Pentax K-3 Mark III Black Body Digital SLR Camera

The technical details behind this camera

Pentax K-3 Mark III Black Body Digital SLR Camera offers remarkable features and rugged construction. Proving the DSLR is still a highly capable tool, the Pentax K-3 Mark III marries contemporary imaging capabilities with the trusty and familiar design of an SLR. Taking the flagship spot in Pentax's APS-C lineup, the K-3 Mark III is characterized by a new 25.7MP BSI CMOS sensor, a high-density 101-point AF system, a revised pentaprism optical viewfinder, and an advanced SR II Shake Reduction System. As a Pentax, too, the K-3 Mark III is also distinguished by its robust physical construction and extensive weather sealing for working in harsh weather conditions and climates. The K-3 Mark III's updated sensor and processing capabilities offer a blend of high-resolution stills performance with apt speed to suit a variety of shooting scenarios. Up to 12 fps continuous shooting is possible along with UHD 4K video recording. For stills, a new SAFOX 13 AF system features 101 phase-detection points for quick and accurate focusing performance with apt subject tracking capabilities.

Updated with more points and improved coverage, the SAFOX 13 autofocus sensor is a phase-detection focusing system that uses 101 individual points, including 25 cross-type sensors in the middle of the image frame. This array benefits focusing speed and accuracy in a variety of lighting conditions, down to -4 EV. Additionally, a new 307000- pixel RGBIr sensor and new tracking algorithm also promote more accurate tracking of subjects, even when moving at varying speeds or in irregular directions. It also features WiFi and Bluetooth; Dual SD card slots and Pixel Shift Res., AA Filter Simulator.

Key features

• 3.2" 1.62m-Dot Touchscreen LCD
• 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS Sensor
• SAFOX 13 101-Point Phase-Detection AF
• 1.05x-Mag. Pentaprism Optical Viewfinder

Top three Reasons we think you will love this camera

• Up to 12 fps Continuous Shooting
• 5-Axis SR II In-Body Shake Reduction
• UHD 4K30p Video Recording

Our experts opinion

The Pentax K-3 Mark III Black Body Digital SLR Camera delivers a truthful, wide-view image equal to that of a full-frame SLR, and helps you to become more fully immersed in the photo-shooting process. Pentax has devoted all its assets - its philosophy, passion, and technologies - to the development of this incredible camera. The PENTAX K-3 Mark III the new flagship of the APS-C-format SLR lineup.