X-H1vs Pentax K-3 Mark III
Pentax
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
Starting from £1699 new
Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Landscape & Travel — X-H1 (2018): The X-H1 was Fujifilm's first IBIS-equipped camera and remains the most ergonomic X-mount body ever made. Its deep grip and build quality are class-leading. The 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor delivers outstanding image quality. Video spec is slightly dated but F-Log recording is supported. An excellent used-market buy for photographers who want Fujifilm's film simulations with body-based stabilisation at a fraction of current prices.
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-H1 (2018)
- Fujifilm photographers who want IBIS
- Landscape and travel photographers
- Wedding shooters on a budget
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
- DSLR photographers who want the finest APS-C optical viewfinder experience
- Outdoor and weather photographers who need robust all-weather sealing
- Pentax lens owners who want to use their existing K-mount glass
- Photographers who prefer optical viewfinders and refuse to switch to mirrorless
Quick take: The pentax k-3 mark iii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-h1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-H1 (2018) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £500 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, F-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.5 stops | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (mechanical) | 12fps |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 623g (body only) | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 139.8 × 97.3 × 85.5mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.69M dots, 0.75× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-H1 | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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