Pentax K100D S vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax K100D S versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the K100D S (6MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K100D S was launched 5 years prior to the NEX-C3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the K100D S scores vs the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K100D Super and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K100D S Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K100D S enjoys exterior measurements of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 646 grams (1.42 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).

Look at the Pentax K100D S versus Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the K100D S compared to the NEX-C3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K100D S and NEX-C3 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K100D S and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony NEX-C3 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older K100D S is going to be behind in sensor tech.