Testseek.com have collected 77 expert reviews of the Pentax K-3 and the average rating is 87%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Pentax K-3.
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Published: 2014-04-10, Author: Richard , review by: dpreview.com
Very high image quality, especially in Raw, Excellent ergonomics and handling, Extensive feature set, Inbody stabilization works with all lenses, Extremely solid build quality, Large, bright optical viewfinder, Good level of customization, Wellchosen dire
Disappointing JPEG color response, Rather clumsy JPEG sharpening (slightly improved by changing to 'Fine' sharpening), Many lenses don't appear to live up to camera's full autofocus potential, Video quality not up to standards implied by inclusion of mic
The K-3 is the latest and best in a well-established line of high-end APS-C DSLRs. The K-3 offers a wealth features for still photographers, including a large, 100% coverage viewfinder, solid build, and plenty of customization. Its video capabilities are ...
Very high image quality, especially in Raw, Excellent ergonomics and handling, Extensive feature set, In-body stabilization works with all lenses, Extremely solid build quality, Large, bright optical viewfinder, Good level of customization, Well-chosen di
Disappointing JPEG color response, Rather clumsy JPEG sharpening (slightly improved by changing to 'Fine' sharpening), Many lenses don't appear to live up to camera's full autofocus potential, Video quality not up to standards implied by inclusion of mic
The K-3 is the latest and best in a well-established line of high-end APS-C DSLRs. The K-3 offers a wealth features for still photographers, including a large, 100% coverage viewfinder, solid build, and plenty of customization. Its video capabilities are...
By Josh Fate Pentax has produced a very competitive and capable mid-range dSLR with the K-3. It provides the image quality, performance and feature set to compete with any other dSLR in its price range. Sporting a 24-Megapixel APS-C sized imaging senso...
Abstract: Pentax K-3 review: will the weather-proof K-3 be enough to tempt photographers away from Nikon and Canon? Find out in our Pentax K-3 review video.The Pentax K-3 comes just a year after the Pentax K-5 II was launched, which arrived two years after the Pent...
Good still and video image quality, High continuous shooting rate, Good capacity buffer, Weather sealed, Attractive price point versus feature set
Lack of continuous autofocus during video capture, AA filter simulator may not completely eliminate moire in extreme cases, Flash sync speed lags behind most competitors
The K-3 is Pentax's latest flagship DSLR and in typical Pentax fashion offers a lot of performance and features at a relatively bargain price, including weather sealing and a continuous high-speed shooting capability in excess of 8 frames per second. The...
The Pentax K-3 is the most full-featured prosumer DSLR camera on the market, but not only that, it also delivers great performance, weather-resistant build quality, slick handling and excellent image quality too. The K-3 certainly has what it takes to co...
Published: 2013-11-25, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
With its quasi AA-filter design, the introduction of the Pentax K-3 signals a change in direction from makers offering a choice of models differing only by their filter-design. Not only does it simplify the choice at the time of purchase there is the pote...
Abstract: The photography enthusiast has never had such a wide choice of great cameras to choose from - with the advent of mirrorless cameras swelling the ranks of highly capable cameras available for around $1,200. Although there's not always a difference in image...
Great image quality; Solid build; Customisable interface
Sluggish AF performance; Lacking Wifi functionality; Some performance quirks
The fantastic body and excellent image quality are the two main reasons to buy the Pentax K-3. It really is a great camera, though it does have its quirks.The autofocusing isn't as fast as its competitors from Canon and Nikon, and whilst it isn't bad,...
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Published: 2013-11-20, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Excellent high ISO image quality. Shoots at 8.1fps. Fast, 27-point autofocus system. In-camera shake reduction. Selectable simulated low-pass filter. Weather-sealed design. Pentaprism viewfinder. Sharp rear display. Top-notch control layout. Dual SD card
Limited autofocus during video recording. A little slow to start. Lacks built-in GPS or Wi-Fi
The Pentax K-3 is the most refined K-mount SLR to date, offering fast autofocus and superb image quality. Its video autofocus implementation isn't the best, but it still manages to snag our Editors' Choice award....
