Pentax K-3 vs Sony RX100 II

Here, we are matching up the Pentax K-3 and Sony RX100 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-3 (24MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly close but the K-3 (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") provide different sensor sizes.

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The K-3 was unveiled 10 months later than the RX100 II which means that 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 Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the K-3 scores vs the RX100 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 enjoys physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-3 and Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the K-3 versus the RX100 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-3 and RX100 II is 59 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 and RX100 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The K-3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax K-3 will result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent K-3 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.