Camera
| Histogram |
Y |
| Saturation adjustment |
Y |
| Photo effects |
Pastel |
| Scene modes |
Landscape, Portrait |
| Self-timer delay |
2, 12 s |
| Brightness adjustment |
Y |
Battery
| Battery life (CIPA standard) |
720 shots |
| Battery life (max) |
6 h |
| Battery type |
D-LI90 |
| Power source type |
Battery |
| Number of batteries supported |
2 |
Lens system
| Lens mount interface |
Pentax KA, Pentax KAF, Pentax KAF2, Pentax KAF3 |
Shutter
| Fastest camera shutter speed |
1/8000 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed |
30 s |
| Camera shutter type |
Electronic |
Display
| Field of view |
100% |
| Vari-angle LCD display |
Y |
| Display aspect ratio |
3:2 |
Light exposure
| Light metering |
Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
| Auto Exposure (AE) lock |
Y |
| ISO sensitivity (max) |
51200 |
| ISO sensitivity (min) |
100 |
| Light exposure modes |
Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
| ISO sensitivity |
100, 51200, Auto |
Ports & interfaces
| HDMI |
Y |
| USB connector |
Micro-USB B |
| Microphone in |
Y |
| USB version |
3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| DC-in jack |
Y |
Picture quality
| Camera type |
SLR Camera Body |
| Total megapixels |
24.71 MP |
| Image sensor size (W x H) |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Image stabilizer location |
Body |
| Image stabilizer |
Y |
| Image formats supported |
JPG, RAW |
| Maximum image resolution |
6016 x 4000 pixels |
| Sensor type |
CMOS |
| Megapixel |
23.35 MP |
Focusing
| Auto Focus (AF) points |
27 |
| Auto focusing (AF) modes |
Continuous Auto Focus, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus |
| Focus |
TTL |
| Focus adjustment |
Auto/Manual |
Video
| HD type |
Full HD |
| Motion JPEG frame rate |
60 fps |
| Maximum video resolution |
1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Video recording |
Y |
Flash
| Shoe mounting point |
Y |
| External flash connector |
Y |
| Shoe mounting point type |
Hot |
Memory
| Memory slots |
2 |
| Compatible memory cards |
Eye-Fi, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Packaging content
| Batteries included |
Y |
| Quick start guide |
Y |
| Battery charger included |
Y |
System requirements
| Mac operating systems supported |
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight (including battery) |
800 g |
K-3, 24.71MP, CMOS 23.5 x 15.6mm, ISO 100 - 51200, 8.128 cm (3.2 ") TFT LCD, SDXC/Eye-Fi, Micro-USB 3.0, HDMI, 715g
The New Standard of Performance
Benchmarked as the most advanced enthusiast DSLR available, featuring unparalleled technology and specifications, the PENTAX K-3 will set your photography free with the new standard of imaging performance and unsurpassed user-flexibility. The K-3 touts 24 effective mega-pixels in an APS-C sensor, continuous shooting at an incredible 8.3 frames per second, and champions the world’s first selectable anti-aliasing filter, giving the user the ability to easily toggle anti-aliasing functionality on or off, for supreme resolution and zero limitation. Power your pictures using the new top-tier SAFOX11 autofocus module, and go beyond wireless functionality with the new FLU card SDHC technology for complete remote camera control, and image transfer. Complete, and capable for every serious photographer, also enjoy professional H.264 video capture, dual memory card slots, and the distinguished PENTAX weather sealing in a stunning magnesium alloy body. Harness the summit of the K-mount with the PENTAX K-3.
24 effective mega-pixels in an APS-C sized CMOS sensor
Designed for the demanding photographer, the K-3 features 24 effective megapixels in an APS-C sized CMOS sensor for outstanding high resolution imagery.
Fastest continuous shooting at 8.3FPS
Never miss a single moment with an incredibly fast frame rate of 8.3 FPS, for extreme action capture and demanding high performance shooting.
SAFOX11 Autofocus Module
The newly designed SAFOX11 autofocus module maximizes 27 AF sensors and a vast light sensitivity range of –3EV to +18EV.
Real Time Scene Analysis with 86,000 pixel sensor
The new Real Time Scene Analysis System features an 86,000 pixel RGB light-metering sensor and improved algorithms that further enhance accuracy of exposure, white balance and autofocusing.
PENTAX body-based Shake Reduction (SR)
The PENTAX-original SR stabilization system is built right into the body, and is compatible with any of the 27 million PENTAX lenses ever produced.
Dual SD card slots
Dual SD card slots allow for greater memory card flexibility, for separation of JPG and RAW files, and for use with Eye-fi card and new FLU card technology.
Pentaprism Optical Viewfinder for 100% FOV and .95 magnification
Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder, with interchangeable focusing screens, achieves a 100% optical field of view for framing accuracy in a highly compact form factor.
Magnesium alloy body w stainless steel chassis
Durable magnesium alloy covers surround a rugged stainless steel chassis.
