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The '''[[Pentax]] K-3 III''' is a DSLR which was introduced by [[Ricoh Imaging|Pentax Ricoh Imaging]] in 2021. | The '''[[Pentax]] K-3 III''' is a DSLR which was introduced by [[Ricoh Imaging|Pentax Ricoh Imaging]] in 2021. | ||
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+ | It is the 3rd generation of the flagship APS-C DSLR from Pentax, and share with its predecessor, '''[[Pentax K-3]]''' and '''K-3 II''', the same magnesium-alloy, weather sealed body. In this generation the control layout was redesigned, and many new features that were presented in the [[Pentax K-1]] (2016) and K-1 II (2018) and [[Pentax KP]] (2017) are implemented: | ||
*Viewfinder with 100% coverage and improved brightness, with 105% magnification. | *Viewfinder with 100% coverage and improved brightness, with 105% magnification. | ||
**Viewfinder has an LCD overlay with a customizable grid, electronic level, AF active points, Smart Function settings, and other features | **Viewfinder has an LCD overlay with a customizable grid, electronic level, AF active points, Smart Function settings, and other features | ||
+ | ** Depth of field preview (mechanical) | ||
+ | ** Diopter adjustment: -4.0m to + 1.0m | ||
**Eye sensor | **Eye sensor | ||
− | *Button layout now includes a third command wheel and it also includes a joystick for moving the active AF point | + | *Button layout now includes a third command wheel, and it also includes a joystick for moving the active AF point |
*Rear monitor is a touch screen | *Rear monitor is a touch screen | ||
− | *Support for legacy lenses has been improved, allowing for metering with K and M-series lenses (no electronics) and manually recording of the aperture data in EXIF. When the shutter button is half-pressed the camera stops the lens down and sets the exposure. | + | *Support for legacy lenses has been improved, allowing for metering with K and M-series lenses (no electronics) and manually recording of the aperture data in EXIF. When the shutter button is half-pressed, the camera stops the lens down and sets the exposure. |
*Electronic shutter | *Electronic shutter | ||
+ | *Wireless tethering using Bluetooth and Wireless LAN | ||
+ | *However, no built-in GPS is in the camera, having to use the O-GPS1 accessory. | ||
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+ | ==Monochrome Version== | ||
+ | On April 2023 Pentax announced that a special version for Black and White photography, called '''K3-III Monochrome'''. This version has a debayered sensor and firmware has been modified for Black and White.<ref>[https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/k-3-3-mono/spec/ K3-iii Monochrome] at Ricoh Imaging</ref> | ||
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==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
*'''Sensor''': 26 Megapixel APS-C (23.7x15.7mm) CMOS sensor | *'''Sensor''': 26 Megapixel APS-C (23.7x15.7mm) CMOS sensor | ||
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*'''Lightmeter''' -4 to 20 EV in 307K pixels | *'''Lightmeter''' -4 to 20 EV in 307K pixels | ||
*'''AF Points''': SAFOX 13, 101 point (25 cross type focus points) | *'''AF Points''': SAFOX 13, 101 point (25 cross type focus points) | ||
− | *'''Sensitivity''': ISO AUTO/100 to | + | *'''Sensitivity''': ISO AUTO/100 to 1,600,000 (EV steps can be set to 1EV, 1/2EV or 1/3EV) |
*'''Shutter Speed''': 1/8,000 to 30s, Bulb (1/16,000 with electronic shutter) | *'''Shutter Speed''': 1/8,000 to 30s, Bulb (1/16,000 with electronic shutter) | ||
− | *'''Astro-tracer''': with accessory GPS O-GPS1 unit. Exposure up to 300s. | + | *'''Astro-tracer''': with accessory GPS O-GPS1 / O-GPS2 unit. Exposure up to 300s. |
− | ** Firmware updates make | + | ** Firmware updates (1.40) make Astro-tracer without GPS unit possible |
** Night vision monitor screen is also available | ** Night vision monitor screen is also available | ||
*'''Maximum FPS''': 12 FPS | *'''Maximum FPS''': 12 FPS | ||
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**640x480 (4:3) at 30 or 25 fps | **640x480 (4:3) at 30 or 25 fps | ||
*'''Interval shooting''' | *'''Interval shooting''' | ||
+ | ** Interval shooting images can be composed in-camera | ||
*'''Multi-exposure''' 2 to 20 | *'''Multi-exposure''' 2 to 20 | ||
*'''Storage type''': 2 SD, SDHC or SDXC Card | *'''Storage type''': 2 SD, SDHC or SDXC Card | ||
− | *'''Battery''' D-LI90P Lithium | + | *'''Wireless Lan''':IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
+ | *'''Bluetooth''': Bluetooth® v4.2 | ||
+ | *'''Battery''' D-LI90P Lithium-ion Rechargeable | ||
**'''Battery Pack''' D-BG8 for AA or D-LI90 battery can also be used as grip to shoot vertical as well | **'''Battery Pack''' D-BG8 for AA or D-LI90 battery can also be used as grip to shoot vertical as well | ||
**'''AC-Adapter''' K-AC166 | **'''AC-Adapter''' K-AC166 | ||
− | *'''Weight''': 735g (body only) | + | **'''USB-charging''' available with USB-C |
+ | *'''Weight''': 735g (body only) 820g (with battery and SD card) | ||
+ | * '''Dimensions''': 134.5 x103.5 x 73.5mm | ||
*'''Firmware updates''': [https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/k-3-3.html at the Ricoh/Pentax website] | *'''Firmware updates''': [https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/k-3-3.html at the Ricoh/Pentax website] | ||
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*'''Remote Control''' Can use wireless remote control E, F or O-RC1 or wired CS-205 | *'''Remote Control''' Can use wireless remote control E, F or O-RC1 or wired CS-205 | ||
− | **Tethering capability with smartphones via | + | **Tethering capability with smartphones via Wi-Fi |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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* [https://www.pentaxforums.com/reviews/pentax-k-3-iii/introduction.html In-depth review] at Pentaxforums | * [https://www.pentaxforums.com/reviews/pentax-k-3-iii/introduction.html In-depth review] at Pentaxforums | ||
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[[Category: Japanese digital SLR]] | [[Category: Japanese digital SLR]] | ||
[[Category: Pentax|K-3 III]] | [[Category: Pentax|K-3 III]] |
Latest revision as of 19:40, 25 April 2023
The Pentax K-3 III is a DSLR which was introduced by Pentax Ricoh Imaging in 2021.
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It is the 3rd generation of the flagship APS-C DSLR from Pentax, and share with its predecessor, Pentax K-3 and K-3 II, the same magnesium-alloy, weather sealed body. In this generation the control layout was redesigned, and many new features that were presented in the Pentax K-1 (2016) and K-1 II (2018) and Pentax KP (2017) are implemented:
- Viewfinder with 100% coverage and improved brightness, with 105% magnification.
- Viewfinder has an LCD overlay with a customizable grid, electronic level, AF active points, Smart Function settings, and other features
- Depth of field preview (mechanical)
- Diopter adjustment: -4.0m to + 1.0m
- Eye sensor
- Button layout now includes a third command wheel, and it also includes a joystick for moving the active AF point
- Rear monitor is a touch screen
- Support for legacy lenses has been improved, allowing for metering with K and M-series lenses (no electronics) and manually recording of the aperture data in EXIF. When the shutter button is half-pressed, the camera stops the lens down and sets the exposure.
- Electronic shutter
- Wireless tethering using Bluetooth and Wireless LAN
- However, no built-in GPS is in the camera, having to use the O-GPS1 accessory.
Monochrome Version
On April 2023 Pentax announced that a special version for Black and White photography, called K3-III Monochrome. This version has a debayered sensor and firmware has been modified for Black and White.[1]
Specifications
- Sensor: 26 Megapixel APS-C (23.7x15.7mm) CMOS sensor
- Mount : Pentax KAF2 (AF coupler, lens information contacts, K-mount with power contacts)
- Compatible with KA - KAF, KAF3, KAF3 and, KAF4 lenses
- Lenses of the K and M series are restricted to Av and M
- M42 lenses can be used in use Av stopped down
- Lightmeter -4 to 20 EV in 307K pixels
- AF Points: SAFOX 13, 101 point (25 cross type focus points)
- Sensitivity: ISO AUTO/100 to 1,600,000 (EV steps can be set to 1EV, 1/2EV or 1/3EV)
- Shutter Speed: 1/8,000 to 30s, Bulb (1/16,000 with electronic shutter)
- Astro-tracer: with accessory GPS O-GPS1 / O-GPS2 unit. Exposure up to 300s.
- Firmware updates (1.40) make Astro-tracer without GPS unit possible
- Night vision monitor screen is also available
- Maximum FPS: 12 FPS
- Video Modes:
- 4K(3840x2160, 30p/24p)
- Full HD(1920x1080, 60p/30p/24p)
- 1280x720 (16:9) at 30 or 25 fps
- 640x480 (4:3) at 30 or 25 fps
- Interval shooting
- Interval shooting images can be composed in-camera
- Multi-exposure 2 to 20
- Storage type: 2 SD, SDHC or SDXC Card
- Wireless Lan:IEEE 802.11b/g/n
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth® v4.2
- Battery D-LI90P Lithium-ion Rechargeable
- Battery Pack D-BG8 for AA or D-LI90 battery can also be used as grip to shoot vertical as well
- AC-Adapter K-AC166
- USB-charging available with USB-C
- Weight: 735g (body only) 820g (with battery and SD card)
- Dimensions: 134.5 x103.5 x 73.5mm
- Firmware updates: at the Ricoh/Pentax website
- Focusing Screens: Electronic display on viewfinder
- Remote Control Can use wireless remote control E, F or O-RC1 or wired CS-205
- Tethering capability with smartphones via Wi-Fi
Notes
- ↑ K3-iii Monochrome at Ricoh Imaging
Links
- Pentax K3-III at Ricoh-Pentax
- Pentax K-3 III user manual at Ricoh-Pentax manual library
- In-depth review at Pentaxforums
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