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Adam · 02-17-2016, 04:22 PM - **3 Likes**

The K-1 isn't that much bigger!

Here's a side-by-side photo, and you can compare the specs below:
Pentax K-1 vs. Pentax K-3 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com

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**NZ_Ross** · 02-17-2016, 04:31 PM

Originally posted by Adam

The K-1 isn't that much bigger!

Thanks Adam, that is really useful

bertwert · 02-17-2016, 04:31 PM

Impressive!

**jpzk** · 02-17-2016, 04:32 PM

Surprisingly small for a FF camera!
I thought this K-1 would be quite a bit larger.
Great job, Pentax (Ricoh).

pathdoc · 02-17-2016, 04:40 PM

How does the K-3 compare to the K-5 in size, for those of us still an extra generation behind?

bertwert · 02-17-2016, 04:42 PM

Originally posted by pathdoc

How does the K-3 compare to the K-5 in size, for those of us still an extra generation behind?

Compare camera dimensions side by side

KDAFA · 02-17-2016, 04:42 PM

Originally posted by Adam

The K-1 isn't that much bigger!

Here's a side-by-side photo, and you can compare the specs below:
Pentax K-1 vs. Pentax K-3 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com

Great job, Pentax.

An equally interesting comparison would be the K-1 beside competing full frame cameras.

Indeed Pentax have through the years maintained a reputation for compactness, and yet, superb ergonomics. Great job done again, this time with the K-1.

Venom3300 · 02-17-2016, 05:07 PM - **1 Like**

Honestly i wish my k5 was this size so my pinky finger could fit

Outis · 02-17-2016, 05:36 PM

Nice, that's really good to know, actually. One of the reasons I wasn't really interested in a full-frame camera is because it would be a lot bigger and heavier, but it seems like that really isn't the case.

**barondla** · 02-17-2016, 06:01 PM

Looks a lot bigger to me. Not Canikon big. But noticeable. I find even 5 mm here and there can change the perception of size. This looks a lot more than 5mm. Will have to see one.
Thanks
Barondla

Adam · 02-17-2016, 06:07 PM

Originally posted by pathdoc

How does the K-3 compare to the K-5 in size, for those of us still an extra generation behind?

Pretty similar, a little heavier.

normhead · 02-17-2016, 06:41 PM

That is so cool, only 100 grams more than a K-3.

My current second body a K-01 - 611 grams.
K-1 925 grams.

2/3 of a pound doesn't make me happy, but, maybe I can leave home some lenses. IF I just leave home the 18-135 and Sigma 8-16. And take the 18-35, 40 XS and FA 50, DA-60-250, the weight should be comparable.

It all depends on if the 18-35, the worst lens I own, is better on the K-1 than the Sigma 8-16 is on the K-3. it's possible. Especially since the fisheye is good a 16 or 17mm. There are lots of possibilities to play with.

02-17-2016, 04:22 PM - 3 Likes	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Pentax K-1 vs K-3 II Side-by-Side Photo The K-1 isn't that much bigger! Here's a side-by-side photo, and you can compare the specs below: Pentax K-1 vs. Pentax K-3 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com Attached Images Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

02-17-2016, 06:07 PM	#11
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	Originally posted by pathdoc How does the K-3 compare to the K-5 in size, for those of us still an extra generation behind? Pretty similar, a little heavier. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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NZ_Ross Kiwi Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Timaru Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,225	Originally posted by Adam The K-1 isn't that much bigger! Thanks Adam, that is really useful

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jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Surprisingly small for a FF camera! I thought this K-1 would be quite a bit larger. Great job, Pentax (Ricoh).

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by pathdoc How does the K-3 compare to the K-5 in size, for those of us still an extra generation behind? Compare camera dimensions side by side

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KDAFA Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 528	Originally posted by Adam The K-1 isn't that much bigger! Here's a side-by-side photo, and you can compare the specs below: Pentax K-1 vs. Pentax K-3 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com Great job, Pentax. An equally interesting comparison would be the K-1 beside competing full frame cameras. Indeed Pentax have through the years maintained a reputation for compactness, and yet, superb ergonomics. Great job done again, this time with the K-1.

02-17-2016, 05:07 PM - 1 Like	#8
Venom3300 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 714	Honestly i wish my k5 was this size so my pinky finger could fit

02-17-2016, 05:36 PM	#9
Outis Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Cambridge, MA Posts: 935	Nice, that's really good to know, actually. One of the reasons I wasn't really interested in a full-frame camera is because it would be a lot bigger and heavier, but it seems like that really isn't the case.

02-17-2016, 06:01 PM	#10
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Looks a lot bigger to me. Not Canikon big. But noticeable. I find even 5 mm here and there can change the perception of size. This looks a lot more than 5mm. Will have to see one. Thanks Barondla

02-17-2016, 06:41 PM	#12
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	That is so cool, only 100 grams more than a K-3. My current second body a K-01 - 611 grams. K-1 925 grams. 2/3 of a pound doesn't make me happy, but, maybe I can leave home some lenses. IF I just leave home the 18-135 and Sigma 8-16. And take the 18-35, 40 XS and FA 50, DA-60-250, the weight should be comparable. It all depends on if the 18-35, the worst lens I own, is better on the K-1 than the Sigma 8-16 is on the K-3. it's possible. Especially since the fisheye is good a 16 or 17mm. There are lots of possibilities to play with.

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