Pentax K-7 vs Sony NEX-C3
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Pentax K-7 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 2000 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 750g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Launched October 2009
- Refreshed by Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
- New Model is Sony NEX-F3
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On this page, we are looking at the Pentax K-7 and Sony NEX-C3, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-7 (15MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe K-7 was manufactured 22 months earlier than the NEX-C3 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-7 scores versus the NEX-C3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-7 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-7 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-7 over the Sony NEX-C3
| K-7 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Pentax K-7
| NEX-C3 | K-7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2011 |  | October 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Pentax K-7 and Sony NEX-C3
| K-7 | NEX-C3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Pentax K-7 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-7 features exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-7 and Sony NEX-C3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the K-7 compared to the NEX-C3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-7 and NEX-C3 is 60 and 91 respectively.
Pentax K-7 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-7 and NEX-C3.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony NEX-C3 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged K-7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-7 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
| Pentax K-7 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax K-7 | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2009-10-02 | 2011-08-22 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Prime II | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 15MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4672 x 3104 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 2000 | 12800 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
| Amount of lenses | 151 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 921k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD with AR coating | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 13.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 1536 x 1024 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 750 gr (1.65 pounds) | 225 gr (0.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 61 | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 22.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light score | 536 | 1083 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 980 photos | 400 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI90 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $599 | $343 |