Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX10

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax K-3 versus Sony RX10, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K-3 (24MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is pretty close but the K-3 (APS-C) and RX10 (1") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The K-3 was announced very close to the RX10 which means that they are 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 Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the K-3 matches up vs the RX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-3 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony RX10 has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-3 versus Sony RX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the K-3 compared to the RX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 and RX10 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 and RX10.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-3 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-3 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.