X-S10vs 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?
Dslr Switchers, Travel & Vlogging — X-S10 (2020): The X-S10 brought IBIS and a fully articulating screen to Fujifilm's mid-range — a compelling DSLR replacement at a price that made Fujifilm accessible to a new audience.
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-S10 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to mirrorless who want familiar controls and a deep grip
- Vloggers who want Fujifilm film simulations with a fully articulating screen
- X-T30 or X-E4 owners who want IBIS and a more comfortable grip
- Budget-conscious buyers who want X-T4 image quality at a lower price
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 x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-s10 is the most affordable; only the pentax k-3 mark iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 12fps |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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