Pentax K-3 II Review
Specifications
The table below presents the key specifications for the Pentax K-3 II and compares it to the original K-3. Entries that differ between the two models are highlighted.
Pentax K-3 II | Pentax K-3 | |
| Sensor | ||
| CMOS Sensor Resolution | 24.35 MP 6000 x 4000px effective | |
| Sensor Size | 15.6 x 23.5 mm (APS-C) | |
| AA Filter | No. The AA filter can be simulated via ultrasonic sensor vibrations | |
| Dust Removal | DR II ultrasonic Dust alert | |
| ISO Range (expanded) | 100-51200 | |
| RAW Bit Depth | 14 | |
| Image Capture | ||
| Shooting Modes | Green auto, P, Sv, Tv, Av, TAv, M, B, X, three user modes with direct access | |
| Shutter Speeds | 30s-1/8000s | |
| Stabilization | Sensor shift (up to 4.5 stops) | Sensor shift (up to 3.5 stops) |
| Super Resolution | Pixel shift (auto JPEG/RAW) | N/A |
| Light Meter | 86K pixel RGB sensor | |
| Meter Range | -3 to 20 EV | |
| Metering Modes | * Multi-segment * Center weight * Spot | |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 EV | |
| Exposure Bracketing | +/- 5 EV, 2, 3 or 5 steps | |
| Max Frame Rate (buffer) | H: 8.3 fps (60 JPG, 23 RAW) M: 4.5 fps (100 JPG, 32 RAW) L: 3 fps (200 JPG, 52 RAW) | |
| File Formats | Stills: JPG, PEF, DNG, Videos: MOV | |
| Focusing | ||
| AF System and Modes | * SAFOX 11: 27-point phase detect (25 cross-type) w/ AF.S, AF.C, AF.A * Live View: contrast detect * AF assist LED | |
| AF Sensitivity | -3 to 18 EV | |
| Focus Peaking | Yes (during live view and prior to movie recording) | |
| Movie Mode | ||
| Video Mode | 1080i: 60/50 fps | |
| Video Sound | * Built-in mono microphone (48 kHz) | |
| Manual Video Controls | ISO/Shutter Speed/Aperture | |
| AF During Video | Yes, on demand | |
| Flash | ||
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes, GN 13 |
| Flash Sync. | 1/180 s | |
| Hot Shoe | Yes | |
| Flash Modes | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless, High-speed sync (external flash) | |
| Flash Exposure Compensation | -2 to +1 EV | |
| General | ||
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.95x magnification | |
| LCD | 3.2-inch, 1,037,000 dot Airgapless 3:2 aspect ratio | |
| Processing Engine | PRIME III | |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | |
| Battery | D-LI90 rechargeable or 6 x AA with battery grip | |
| Battery Grip Support | Yes, BG-5 | |
| Media Slot(s) | 2 SDXC / SDHC / SD | |
| Native Eye-fi Support | Yes | |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | No | |
| Built-in GPS | Yes | No (supports O-GPS1) |
| Tethering Support | No wired tethering support Wireless tethering via O-FC1 FluCard | |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 132.1 x 99.1 x 78.7 mm 5.17 x 3.94 x 3.05 in. | |
| Weight | 715g (~800g with battery and SD card) | |
| US Retail Price (10/15) | $899 | $649 |
| US Launch Price | $1099 | $1299 |
While the technical specifications of the K-3 II are nearly identical to those of the classic K-3, an in-depth discussion is needed to fully appreciate its new hardware, especially the pixel shifting system.
