Pentax K-3 Mark III
Camera summary
The Pentax K-3 Mark III, made by Pentax, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on March 31, 2021.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
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| Autofocus specs |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
4.2 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.9 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Pentax K-3 Mark II, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Pentax K-3 Mark II
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 26 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 101 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 800 shots per charge with the included D-LI90 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
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| Af center | Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 25 |
| Number of focus points | 101 |
Connectivity |
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| HDMI | Yes |
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
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| AF area | Yes |
| average | Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
| partial | No |
| spot | Yes |
General |
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| AKA | - |
| announced | March 31, 2021 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Pentax |
| msrp | $1,365.00 |
| model | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| predecessor model | Pentax K-3 II |
Lense |
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| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Macro focus range | - |
| Number of lenses | 163 |
Other features |
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| GPS | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
Photography features |
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| AE bracketing | Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow- speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync |
| Flash range | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 12.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Physical |
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| Battery life | 800 shots |
| Battery model | D-LI90 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
| Dust proof | No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
| Physical dimensions | 135 x 104 x 74mm |
| Shock proof | No |
| Water proof | No |
| Weight | 820 grs |
Screen |
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| Live view | Yes |
| Screen resolution | - |
| Screen size | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Sensor |
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| Max boosted ISO | - |
| Max image resolution | 6192 x 4128 |
| Max native ISO | 1600000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
| Sensor area | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23 x 15.5 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 26 |
| Sensor size | APS-C |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
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| Headphone port | Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Viewfinder |
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| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder |