X-H2vs Nikon Z8vs Pentax K-3 Mark III
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Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
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Which should you buy?
High-Res Stills & Landscape — X-H2 (2022): Fujifilm's highest-resolution X-mount body — 40MP, 8K video, weather sealing, and 7-stop IBIS for serious photographers.
Sports, Wildlife & Hybrid Professionals — Nikon Z8 (2023): Z9 performance in a compact body — 45MP, 8K/60p RAW, and 20fps burst without the bulk or price of the flagship.
Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.
Who should buy what
X-H2 (2022)
- You need both high-resolution stills and 8K/4K video from one APS-C body
- You shoot commercial photography or video production professionally
- You want the most technically capable camera in Fujifilm's X-series lineup
Nikon Z8 (2023)
- You need Z9-level performance in a more travel-friendly and portable body
- You shoot wildlife, weddings, or sport and need exceptional resolution with speed
- You want the best Nikon mirrorless body available without carrying the full Z9
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
- You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
- You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
- You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available
Quick take: The nikon z8 has the highest resolution at 46mp; the x-h2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H2 (2022) | Nikon Z8 (2023) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,399 | £3,999 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | 45.7MP full-frame BSI stacked CMOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 45.7MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 8K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 12-bit RAW output | 8K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, ProRes RAW | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Subject detection AF, 493-point phase-detect | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 6-stop IBIS | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 20fps RAW / 120fps JPEG | 12fps |
| Battery Life | ~680 shots (CIPA) | 330 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 660g body only | 910g body only | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.3 × 92.9 × 84.6mm | 144.0 × 118.5 × 83.0mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.80× magnification | 0.5" Quad-VGA OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 120fps | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Dual CFexpress Type B / XQD | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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