Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome

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    Highlights

    • 25.73 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • No Optical Low-pass Filter
    • 200 - 1,600,000 Native ISO
    • 101 Focus Points (101 Cross-type)
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.2" 1,620k dot Fixed Screen
    • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
    • 12.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
    • 25 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandPentax
    ModelK-3 Mark III Monochrome
    MSRP$2199 (body only)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeDSLR
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor SizeAPS-C
    Sensor Dimensions23.3 x 15.5 mm
    Total Pixels26.78 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels25.73 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range200 - 1,600,000
    Sensor Shift High Resolution Mode
    Photo
    ProcessorPRIME V
    Max Image Resolution6192 x 4128
    Image Aspect Ratios3:2
    Image File FormatDNG, JPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsBest, better, good
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Color SpacesRGB, Adobe RGB
    Timelapse Recording
    White BalancePresets: Auto, CTE, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Manual, Multi Auto WB, Shade, Tungsten
    Focus
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Touch
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-3 to +19 EV
    Number of Focus Points101
    Number of Cross-type Focus Points25
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Focusing ScreenNatural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen
    Optics
    Lens MountPentax KAF2
    Crop Factor1.5x
    Image StabilizationSensor Shift
    Image Stabilization Compensation5.5 stops
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Screen
    Screen TypeFixed
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Screen Size3.2"
    Screen Resolution1,620k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification1.05x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.70x
    Viewfinder Eyepoint20.5 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-4 to +1
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronic
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting12.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferMechanical Shutter
    Up to 12 fps at 25.7 MP for up to 55 Frames (JPEG) / 32 Frames (Raw)
    Mechanical Shutter
    Up to 7 fps at 25.7 MP for up to 100 Frames (JPEG) / 40 Frames (Raw)
    Mechanical Shutter
    Up to 2.5 fps at 25.7 MP for up to 100 Frames (JPEG) / 100 Frames (Raw)
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Flash ModesAuto
    Auto + Red-eye Reduction
    Flash On
    Flash On + Red-eye Reduction
    Slow- speed Sync
    Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye
    P-TTL
    Contrast-control-sync
    High-speed sync
    Wireless sync
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec
    Flash Compensation-2 to +1 EV
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemP-TTL
    External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Highlight-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-2 to +21 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
    Exposure LockButton type (timer type: two times the meter operating time set in Custom Setting); Continuous as long as the shutter button is halfway pressed
    Video
    Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV
    4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 24/30.00 fps
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 24/30.00/60.00 fps
    Interval Recording
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
    Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit25 min
    Terminals
    Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
    Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
    Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
    1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input
    1 x PC Sync Socket Output
    USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
    HDMI Output Micro
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
    Built-In Bluetooth
    Mobile App Compatible *As of April, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
    Remote Control via wireless
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature22 to 72°F / -10 to 40°C
    Operating Humidity0 to 85%
    Physical
    Dimensions135 x 104 x 74 mm (5.31 x 4.09 x 2.91")
    Weight (inc. batteries)820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.3 x 6.9 x 5.1"
    Package Weight3.045 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackD-LI90
    Battery Life800 shots
    USB Charging
    Internal Storage
    External StorageSlot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
    Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
    Other
    Self Timer
    Orientation Sensor
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
    Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
    Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
    Electronic Level Gauge


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