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Pentax K-3 Mark II vs Pentax K-3 Mark III
Pentax K-3 Mark II
Camera summary
The Pentax K-3 Mark II, made by Pentax, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on April 23, 2015.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
1.0 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Pentax K-3, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Pentax K-3
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Pentax K-3 Mark III, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Pentax K-3 Mark III
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 24 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 27 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 1920 x 1080 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 720 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.
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 25 | 25 |
| Number of focus points | 27 | 101 |
Connectivity |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Optional | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 23.6 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 13.6 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 1106.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 80.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| AF area | No |
Yes |
| average | Yes |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | April 23, 2015 | March 31, 2021 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Pentax | Pentax |
| msrp | $639.98 | $1,365.00 |
| model | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Predecessor model | Pentax K-3 | Pentax K-3 Mark II |
| Successor model | Pentax K-3 Mark III | |
Lense |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 163 | 163 |
Other features |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| GPS | Built-in | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported in slot 1) |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) | 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 | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 8.3 fps | 12.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Battery life | 720 shots | 800 shots |
| Battery model | D-LI90 | D-LI90 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm | 135 x 104 x 74mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 800 grs | 820 grs |
Screen |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | - |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
Yes |
Sensor |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 6192 x 4128 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 23 x 15.5 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 24 | 26 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 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 |
Pentax K-3 Mark II | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |