Pentax K-3 Mark III Flagship APS-C Silver Camera Body - 12fps, Touch Screen LCD, Weather Resistant Magnesium Alloy Body with in-Body 5-Axis Shake Reduction. 1.05x Optical viewfinder with 100% FOV
From the manufacturer

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Operability & reliability
Dust proof, weather-resistant construction and compact Magnesium alloy body
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Greatly advanced camera usability
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Bring more excitement to photographic process
1.05x high-performance viewfinder with 100% FOV
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Imaging Power to capture image
Complete renewal of key devices ( CMOS sensor / PRIME V imaging engine and accelerator unit )
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Capture a split of light
Up to approx.12 images per second high speed continuous shooting and SAFOX 13 AF system
Main features

Optical viewfinder
FOV which is equivalent to that of a full-frame camera. Brightness is increased by 10% by improving the reflectance of pentaprism (compared to K-3 II)

Inbody shake compensation SRII
Shake compensation that is compatible with all mountable lenses. SR II supports 5-axis correction of pitch and yaw, roll and horizontal/vertical shift

High speed continuous shooting
High speed continuous shooting of up to 12 images per second with AF.S and up to 11 images per second with AF.C is achieved.

Compatible with classic lenses
Each of your classic and cherished lenses creates its own distinctive ambience in captured images.

Astrotracer type 3
Equipped with ASTROTRACER Type 3, a new, simplified equatorial function that enables to track and capture celestial bodies without GPS unit O-GPS1.

Viewfinder
Equipped with an eye sensor that allows the screen to turn off at the same time as looking through the viewfinder.

Magnesium alloy body
Thorough dust-proof and weather-resistant construction with 95 seals on the body prevents water droplets and dust from entering.

Dual slot UHS-II compatible
Slot 1 is compatible with UHS-II which enables high speed writing. Image copying between cards is also possible.
Recommended lenses
![]() HD DA 20-40mmF2.8-4 | ![]() HD DA 40mmF2.8 | ![]() HD DA*11-18mmF2.8 | ![]() HD DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 | ![]() HD DA 55-300mm F4.5-6.3 | ![]() DA*300mm F4 | ![]() HD DA 16-50mm F2.8 | |
Minimum aperture
| 22-32 | 22 | 22 | 22-38 | 22-32 | 32 | 22 |
Dimensions
| 3.94 x 3.54 x 3.15 inches | 0.59 x 2.48 x 2.48 inches | 6.5 x 6.2 x 4.8 inches | 3.7 x 3.1 x 3.1 inches | 3.5 x 3.5 x 3.01 inches | 9.7 x 7.1 x 5 inches | 4.6 x 3.3 x 3.3 inches |
Weight
| 283g | 89g | 704g | 488g | 442g | 1070g | 712g |
Minimum focusing distance
| 0.28m | 0.4m | 0.3m | 0.35m | 0.95m | 1.4m | 0.3m |
Filter Diameter
| 55mm | 49 or 30.5mm | 82mm | 72mm | 58mm | 77mm | 77mm |
Accessories ( Sold separately )

Battery Grip D-BG8
ASIN B091P77MWP
Dust proof and weather resistant construction with capacity to hold additional D-Li90 battery

Auto flash AF540FGZ II
ASIN B00CJZN8W6
Maximum guide number of 54 (at ISO100/m), clip-on auto flash, dustproof, weather-resistant structure

GPS unit O-GPS1
ASIN B0054YKVBK
A handy GPS unit for digital SLR cameras

Cable switch CS-205
ASIN B00009UTD7
A shutter-release accessory handy for extended exposures.

Product Quick Look
- [Viewfinder that enables you to become more immersed when taking a photo ] The viewfinder and the height of the screen are designed to prevent your nose from contacting the camera body so that you can look into it more naturally. Also equipped with an eye sensor, the image monitor turns off at the same time as looking through the viewfinder. This prevents the screen's illumination from affecting visibility during shooting, while allowing you to capture images more comfortably.
- Based on core principles of passion for photography, The All New Flagship APS-C model K=3 III continues a heritage of craftsmanship combined with todays new technologies.
- The newly designed optical veiwfinder provides a 100% field of view and 1.05x image magnification. The veiwfinder offers a wide viewing angle comparable to full frame cameras with increased image brightness due to the improved reflectance of the pentaprism.
- Top ISO sensitivity of 1.6 million provides image capture in low light situations and achieves excellent descriptive power in the entire sensitivity range. Multi-dimensional image space filtering reduces noise while leaving fine contours. It maximizes the resolution performance and reproduces the texture and details of the subject.
- PENTAX SHAKE REDUCTION MECHANISM - Equipped with the PENTAX SR II, the K-3 Mark III provides up-to 5.5-Shutter-Step image stabilization on 5-Axis' for blur-free images when using telephoto lenses or challenging low-light. The Pentax Shake Ruduction Mechanism is comptible with every Pentax lens ever manufactured and is also used for other photo applications such as [ Pixel Shift Resolution, AstroTracer, HDR, Image Composistion, AA-Filter Simulator ]
- PENTAX RENOWED CONSTRUCTION - To start the entire chassis of the K-3 Mark III is built with High-Strengh, Lightweight Magnesium Alloy. 95 Seals are then applied to the body to prevent the intrusion of dust and watter. The End Result: A rugged, durrable, dependable camera which can be used in the harshest environments.
- The newly developed mirror, shutter drive mechanisim and images procesing engine produces 12 FPS image capture, perfect for fast action and movment.
- Newly enhanced SAFOX13 Af sytem expands the AF points to 101, aloowing for an increased AF area, faster response and highly accureate subject capture. , Dual SD card slots allow for similtaneous capture as well as customized image placement. Slot 1 is compatible with UHS-II cards for high speed read/write and image copying., The High resolution touch screen LCD allows for allows for faster engagment to the cameras menu system for image and operational customization. The touch LCD also provides imroved image review capbilites as well as swipe and pinch between and withing images., [What's in the box] Strap O-ST162, ME finder cap, battery D-LI90P, USB power adapter, power plug, USB cable I-USB166, (the following are shipped attached to the camera) Eye cup FU, hot shoe cover FK, Synchro Socket 2P Cap, Body Mount Cap KII, Battery Grip Contact Cover; Mounting type: Bayonet
Product Dimensions | 8.3 x 6.4 x 5.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.7 pounds |
Item model number | 01073 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium ion batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | April 7, 2021 |
Manufacturer | RICOH |
Country of Origin | Philippines |