Pentax K-3 vs Sony W730

Here is a in-depth review of the Pentax K-3 and Sony W730, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and W730 (16MP) and the K-3 (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The K-3 was introduced 16 months later than the W730 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the K-3 matches up against the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 features physical measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-3 and Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the K-3 compared to the W730.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-3 and W730 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 and W730.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K-3 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Pentax K-3 will provide extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern K-3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.