Fujifilm X-Pro3vs Nikon Zfvs Pentax K-3 Mark III
Fujifilm
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
From £1599
Best for Street, documentary & rangefinder enthusiasts
View Fujifilm X-Pro3
Pentax
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
From £1699
Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers
View Pentax K-3 Mark III
Which should you buy?
Street, Documentary & Rangefinder Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019): The most opinionated camera Fujifilm makes — a hidden screen and hybrid OVF enforce deliberate photography, rewarding photographers who slow down.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
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
Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019)
- You shoot street or documentary photography and value a minimal shooting workflow
- You want a rangefinder experience with modern digital image quality
- You love Fujifilm film simulations and prioritise stills over video
Nikon Zf (2023)
- You want full-frame quality in a compact, beautiful camera you'll genuinely love carrying
- You appreciate analogue-inspired design alongside modern digital performance
- You shoot street, travel, or lifestyle and want a camera that feels special to use
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 fujifilm x-pro3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the fujifilm x-pro3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-Pro3 (2019) | Nikon Zf (2023) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,599 | £1,699 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.5MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical / 20fps electronic | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 440 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 497g body only | 710g with battery | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 140.5 × 82.8 × 46.1mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.5" OLED, 3.69M dots | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" hidden sub-LCD (opens down only) | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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