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Pentax K-3 Mark III vs Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome
The Pentax K-3 Mark III and the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome side by side, computed from this guide's catalogue.
Which to pick
Pick the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome if you want a newer model (2023 against 2021), which usually means better autofocus and video. On these specs the Pentax K-3 Mark III has no clear advantage: choose it if the price, the handling or a lens you own decides it.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Pentax K-3 Mark III | Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Pentax | Pentax |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Sensor | APS-C, 23.5 x 15.6 mm | APS-C, 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Crop factor | 1.5× | 1.5× |
| Resolution | 25.7 MP | 25.7 MP |
| Stabilisation | in the body | in the body |
| Announced | 2021 | 2023 |
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Weight | 820 g | not listed |
| Lenses in this guide | 68 for its sensor | 68 for its sensor |
Sensor size
Crop factors: Pentax K-3 Mark III 1.5×, Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome 1.5×.
What a 50mm frames like
Both have the same sensor size, so a 50mm lens frames the same on each: like 75mm on full frame.
Lenses
Both take Pentax K lenses, so a lens bought for one works on the other: 68 lenses in this guide cover both sensors.
The Pentax K-3 Mark III: 68 Pentax K lenses in this guide cover its sensor. The Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome: 68 Pentax K lenses in this guide cover its sensor.