Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100
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Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Announced April 2014
- Successor is Pentax K-3 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Announced August 2012
- Replacement is Sony RX100 II
Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Pentax K-3 versus Sony RX100, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-3 (24MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very well matched but the K-3 (APS-C) and RX100 (1") have totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe K-3 was announced 20 months after the RX100 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the K-3 matches up versus the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Sony RX100
K-3 | RX100 | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | August 2012 | More modern by 20 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Pentax K-3
RX100 | K-3 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 1037k | Sharper display (+192k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax K-3 and Sony RX100
K-3 | RX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 offers exterior dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Compare the Pentax K-3 versus Sony RX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the K-3 against the RX100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-3 and RX100 is 59 and 91 respectively.
Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-3 and RX100.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The K-3 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-3 will give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent K-3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Pentax K-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-04-10 | 2012-08-28 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 27 | 25 |
Cross focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800g (1.76 lb) | 240g (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 1216 | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 560 images | 330 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI90 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Price at launch | $639 | $448 |