Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1
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Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Released April 2014
- Refreshed by Pentax K-3 II
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- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 391g - 122 x 61 x 51mm
- Launched July 2013
Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-3 and Pentax MX-1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the K-3 (APS-C) and MX-1 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe K-3 was introduced 10 months later than the MX-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the K-3 grades against the MX-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 and Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Pentax MX-1
K-3 | MX-1 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | July 2013 | More recent by 10 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 920k | Crisper screen (+117k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax MX-1 over the Pentax K-3
MX-1 | K-3 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Pentax K-3 and Pentax MX-1
K-3 | MX-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 provides exterior dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check the Pentax K-3 and Pentax MX-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the K-3 and the MX-1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 and MX-1 is 59 and 84 respectively.
Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-3 and MX-1.
All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The K-3 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-3 will offer extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern K-3 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-3 vs Pentax MX-1 Specifications
Pentax K-3 | Pentax MX-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-3 | Pentax MX-1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-04-10 | 2013-07-01 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 27 | 25 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Speed sync, Trailing Curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800g (1.76 pounds) | 391g (0.86 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 122 x 61 x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 80 | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | 1216 | 208 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 560 images | 290 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | D-Li-106 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Cost at release | $639 | $400 |