Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-3 II

The following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both built by Pentax. The image resolution of the K-3 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-3 was announced 12 months prior to the K-3 II and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the K-3 grades against the K-3 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 and Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 comes with outside measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the K-3 and the K-3 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 and K-3 II is 59 and 59 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 and K-3 II.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged K-3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.