| General | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Leica |
| Model | K-3 Mark II | M9 |
| Predecessor Model | Pentax K-3 | |
| Successor Model | Pentax K-3 Mark III | Leica M9-P |
| MSRP | $1099/£769 (body only) | |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | Full Frame |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 36 x 24 mm |
| Total Pixels | 24.71 Megapixel | 19 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 24.35 Megapixel | 18.0 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 100 - 51,200 | 80 - 2,500 |
| Sensor Shift High Resolution Mode |
| Photo | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | PRIME III | |
| Max Image Resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 5212 x 3472 |
| Other Resolutions | 4608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2592, 2592 x 1728, 1728 x 1152, 1280 x 846 |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Image File Format | DNG, JPEG | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Best, better, good | Fine, Standard |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit | 14-Bit |
| Color Space | sRGB, Adobe RGB | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Timelapse Recording |
| Focus | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection Live View | |
| Lens Servo | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF | Manual Focus |
| Number of Focus Points | 27 | |
| Number of Cross-type Focus Points | 25 | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Focusing Screen | Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen |
| Optics | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Pentax KAF2 | Leica M |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1x |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
| Image Stabilization Compensation | 4.5 stops | |
| Digital Image Stabilization |
| Screen | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen Technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
| Screen Resolution | 1,037k dot | 230k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x | 0.68x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.63x | 0.68x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -2.5 to +1.5 |
| Shutter | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 4 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/8000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 8.3 fps | 2.0 fps |
| Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/buffer | Max. approx. 12 fps, JPEG ( L: at Continuous H): up to approx. 37 frames, RAW: up to approx. 32 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 30 frames Max. approx. 7.0 fps, JPEG (L: at Continuous M): up to approx. 60 frames, RAW: up to approx. 37 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 33 frames Max. approx. 2.5 fps, JPEG ( L: at Continuous L): up to approx. 90 frames, RAW: up to approx. 39 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 37 frames |
| Flash | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Auto Flash Discharge Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction Flash On Flash On + Red-eye Reduction Slow-speed Sync Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye P-TTL Trailing Curtain Sync Contrast-control-sync High-speed sync Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash) | Front Curtain Rear Curtain Slow sync |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 sec | 1/180 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal | Hot Shoe |
| Exposure | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | Center-weighted |
| Metering Range | -3 to +20 EV | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | ±3 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | ±2 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | |
| Exposure Lock | Button type (timer type: two times the meter operating time set in Custom Setting); Continuous as long as the shutter button is halfway pressed |
| DXO | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 1106 | 884 |
| DxO Color Depth | 23.6 | 22.5 |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 13.6 | 11.7 |
| DxO Overall Score | 80 | 69 |
| Video | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
| Unlimited Video Recording | ||
| Recording Limit | 25 min |
| Terminals | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI Output | Mini | |
| Speaker | Mono | |
| Built-in Microphone | Mono | |
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | Optional | |
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control | optional, wired or wireless |
| Environmental | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77 mm (5.16 x 3.94 x 3.03") | 139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz) | 585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz) |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.1 x 6.4 x 5.1" | 8.7 x 7.9 x 7.3" |
| Package Weight | 3.25 lb |
| Power and Storage | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | D-LI90 | |
| Battery Life | 720 shots | 350 shots |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) | Single Slot: SD/SDHC |
| Other | Pentax K-3 Mark II | Leica M9 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 or 12 seconds | 2 or 12 sec |
| Astro Tracer feature for Astrophotography | ||
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Electronic Level Gauge |
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