Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-50

Following is a complete analysis of the Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-50, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and K-50 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-3 was revealed 5 months after the K-50 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the K-3 scores vs the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 has outer dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the K-3 against the K-50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 and K-50 is 59 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-3 and K-50.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax K-3 to provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.