Pentax K-3 vs Pentax ist DL2

Here is a extended review of the Pentax K-3 versus Pentax ist DL2, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-3 was introduced 8 years later than the ist DL2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the K-3 grades versus the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 and Pentax ist DL2. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 features external 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 ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the K-3 vs the ist DL2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 and ist DL2 is 59 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-3 and ist DL2.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-3 to result in greater detail using its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern K-3 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.