Pentax K3 Mark III
The 25.7MP APS-C BSI sensor and SAFOX 13 101-point phase-detection AF deliver sharp detail at up to 12 fps burst shooting, while the 1.05x-magnification pentaprism viewfinder provides a bright, uncompromised optical experience. In-body 5-axis shake reduction and the included weather-sealed 16-85mm lens add stabilization and versatility for adverse conditions. This kit suits outdoor and product photographers who prioritize a tank-like DSLR build and dependable optical autofocus over video or portability.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong social proof (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average video (20th percentile)
- Below average build (22th percentile)
- Below average display (25th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 7 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Size | APS-C |
Autofocus
| AF Type | Autofocus |
Build
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.1 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Pentax K3 Mark III | Sony a7 a7 V | Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II | Nikon Z Z8 | Fujifilm X-T X-T5 | Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | - | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 33MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 40.2MP aps-c | 24.2MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 759 | 1053 | 493 | 425 | 779 |
| Burst FPS | - | 30 | 12 | 30 | 15 | 30 |
| Video | - | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @60fps | 6K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 485 | 610 | 590 | 820 | 476 | 658 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentax K3 Mark III | 32.6 | 35.5 | 21.9 | 28.4 | 20.4 | 76.8 | 44.9 | 25.3 | 41.9 | 16.7 | 70.7 | 32.4 |
| Sony a7 a7 V Compare | 95.3 | 88.2 | 94.6 | 90.4 | 89.3 | 59.6 | 96.5 | 99.4 | 93.1 | 93.1 | 96.8 | 96.1 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II R6 Mark II Compare | 98.3 | 87.3 | 94.1 | 87.7 | 83.2 | 48.4 | 98.6 | 82.8 | 83.4 | 93.1 | 92 | 98.1 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 89.9 | 89 | 98.4 | 96.1 | 99.4 | 64.2 | 88.8 | 82.8 | 63.8 | 93.1 | 96.8 | 84.4 |
| Fujifilm X-T X-T5 Compare | 87.4 | 93 | 91.5 | 80.1 | 87.8 | 97.5 | 95.6 | 82.8 | 63.8 | 93.1 | 96.8 | 93.6 |
| Panasonic LUMIX S5 IIX S5 IIX Compare | 96.9 | 90.9 | 96.5 | 90.4 | 93 | 48.4 | 90.1 | 99.2 | 0 | 93.1 | 92 | 84.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.jp 1 offers From ¥106,591
Usage Scores
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