X-T3vs Pentax K-3 Mark III
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Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video, Street, Travel, Portrait — X-T3 (2018): The camera that proved APS-C could punch above full-frame on video.
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-T3 (2018)
- Hybrid shooters who want 4K 60fps 10-bit without full-frame prices
- Street photographers who want physical dials and compact size
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-t3 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-t3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T3 (2018) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £649 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 BSI | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit (internal) | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | 425-point phase-detect intelligent hybrid AF | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 390 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 539g (body only) | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 92.8 × 58.8mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.75× 3.69M-dot | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C 3.1, Micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T3 | Pentax K-3 Mark III |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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