Pentax K-50 vs Sigma dp3 Quattro

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Pentax K-50 vs Sigma dp3 Quattro

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APS-C 372.1mm²
16.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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APS-C 369.0mm²
19.6 megapixels
75.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Succeeded by the Pentax K-70
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Differences

Pentax K-50 advantages over Sigma dp3 Quattro

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level vs Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

480 vs 200 shots
Capture more photos
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
71 mm vs 101 mm
Thinner
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Bulb shutter
Bulb vs No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Faster shutter
1/6000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
51200 vs 6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Sigma dp3 Quattro advantages over Pentax K-50

Higher max flash sync
1/1250 vs 1/180 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
More pixels
19.6 vs 16.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Neither provide
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Neither provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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We haven’t finished our review of the Pentax K-50, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Sony A57

Pentax K-50

Sony A57

$149
APS-C

Lens selection
Higher effective ISO

$800
APS-C

In-camera panoramas
Tiltable Screen

Compare Pentax K-50 vs Sony A57

Sigma dp3 Quattro

Sony A57

$999
APS-C

Higher max flash sync
More pixels

$800
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

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Compared to Sony A37

Pentax K-50

Sony A37

$149
APS-C

Lens selection
Higher effective ISO

$600
APS-C

In-camera panoramas
Tiltable Screen

Compare Pentax K-50 vs Sony A37

Sigma dp3 Quattro

Sony A37

$999
APS-C

Higher max flash sync
Higher-res screen

$600
APS-C

Less expensive
Focus peaking

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Compared to Nikon D3300

Pentax K-50

Nikon D3300

$149
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$206
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Pentax K-50 vs Nikon D3300

Sigma dp3 Quattro

Nikon D3300

$999
APS-C

Higher max flash sync
Doesn't require an AA filter

$206
APS-C

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

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Compared to Sigma dp2 Quattro

Pentax K-50

Sigma dp2 Quattro

$149
APS-C

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$899
APS-C

Higher max flash sync
More pixels

Compare Pentax K-50 vs Sigma dp2 Quattro

Sigma dp3 Quattro

Sigma dp2 Quattro

$999
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach

$899
APS-C

Wider angle lens

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Compared to Sigma dp1 Quattro

Pentax K-50

Sigma dp1 Quattro

$149
APS-C

Focus peaking
Eye-level viewfinder

$999
APS-C

Higher max flash sync
More pixels

Compare Pentax K-50 vs Sigma dp1 Quattro

Sigma dp3 Quattro

Sigma dp1 Quattro

$999
APS-C

More telephoto lens reach

$999
APS-C

Wider angle lens

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