Pentax K-3 vs Pentax K-70

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax K-3 versus Pentax K-70, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Pentax. The resolution of the K-3 (24MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-3 was released 3 years before the K-70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the K-3 scores against the K-70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 and Pentax K-70. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 offers 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) while the Pentax K-70 has measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-3 versus Pentax K-70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the K-3 vs the K-70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 and K-70 is 59 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 and K-70.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged K-3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.