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Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-1 II

The Nikon D3300 and the Pentax K-1 II are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in January 2014 and February 2018. Both are DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras that are based on an APS-C (D3300) and a full frame (K-1 II) sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 24 megapixels, whereas the Pentax provides 36.2 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon D3300
versus
Pentax K-1 II
Nikon D3300   Pentax K-1 II
Digital single lens reflex Digital single lens reflex
Nikon F mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
24 MP – APS-C sensor 36.2 MP – Full Frame sensor
1080/60p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO 100-12,800 (100 - 25,600) ISO 100-819,200
Optical viewfinder Optical viewfinder
3.0" LCD – 921k dots 3.2" LCD – 1037k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Fully flexible screen (no touchscreen)
5 shutter flaps per second 4.4 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
not weather sealedWeathersealed body
700 shots per battery charge670 shots per battery charge
124 x 98 x 76 mm, 430 g 137 x 110 x 86 mm, 1010 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D3300 and the Pentax K-1 II? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Nikon D3300 and the Pentax K-1 II. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The D3300 can be obtained in three different colors (black, grey, red), while the K-1 II is available in two color-versions (black, silver).

Size Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-1 II
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Comparison D3300 or K-1 II rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Pentax K-1 II is notably larger (24 percent) than the Nikon D3300. Moreover, the K-1 II is substantially heavier (135 percent) than the D3300. It is noteworthy in this context that the K-1 II is splash and dust-proof, while the D3300 does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the D3300 gets 700 shots out of its Nikon EN-EL14a battery, while the K-1 II can take 670 images on a single charge of its Pentax D-LI90 power pack.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon D3300 124 mm 98 mm 76 mm 430 g 700 i Jan 2014 US$ 499ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 II 137 mm 110 mm 86 mm 1010 g 670 i Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Nikon D3200 125 mm 96 mm 77 mm 505 g 540 i Apr 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Nikon D3400 124 mm 98 mm 76 mm 445 g 1200 i Aug 2016 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon D3500 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 415 g 1550 i Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Nikon D5300 125 mm 98 mm 76 mm 480 g 600 i Oct 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon D5500 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 470 g 820 i Jan 2015 US$ 899ebay.com
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Nikon D5600 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 465 g 970 i Nov 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Nikon D7100 136 mm 107 mm 76 mm 765 g 950 i Feb 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Panasonic S1R 149 mm 110 mm 97 mm 1016 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 137 mm 110 mm 86 mm 1010 g 760 i Feb 2016 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Sony A7R III 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 650 i Oct 2017 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A99 II 143 mm 104 mm 76 mm 849 g 490 i Sep 2016 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A850 156 mm 117 mm 82 mm 895 g 880 i Aug 2009 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Sony A5000 110 mm 63 mm 36 mm 269 g 420 i Jan 2014 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony A5100 110 mm 63 mm 36 mm 283 g 400 i Aug 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
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Sony A6000 120 mm 67 mm 45 mm 344 g 360 i Feb 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The listed launch prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The D3300 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 75 percent) than the K-1 II, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon D3300 features an APS-C sensor and the Pentax K-1 II a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the K-1 II is 135 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Nikon D3300 and Pentax K-1 II sensor measures

With 36.2MP, the K-1 II offers a higher resolution than the D3300 (24MP), but the K-1 II nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 4.88μm versus 3.91μm for the D3300) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the K-1 II is a much more recent model (by 4 years and 1 month) than the D3300, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that neither of the two cameras has an anti-alias filter installed, so they are able to capture all the detail the sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Pentax K-1 II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the K-1 II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 36.8 x 24.6 inches or 93.5 x 62.4 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 29.4 x 19.6 inches or 74.8 x 49.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 24.5 x 16.4 inches or 62.3 x 41.6 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon D3300 are 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm for good quality, 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm for very good quality, and 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

Unlike the D3300, the K-1 II has the capacity to capture high quality composite images by combining multiple shots after shifting its sensor by miniscule distances. This multi-shot, pixel-shift mode is most suitable for photography of stationary objects (landscapes, studio scenes).

The Nikon D3300 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 100-25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Pentax K-1 II are ISO 100 to ISO 819200 (no boost).

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

D3300 versus K-1 II MP

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The adjacent table reports on the physical sensor characteristics and the outcomes of the DXO sensor quality tests for a sample of comparator-cameras.

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Overall
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Nikon D3300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.312.8138582
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Pentax K-1 II Full Frame 36.2 7360 49121080/60i25.114.0269893
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Nikon D3200 APS-C 24.1 6016 40001080/30p24.113.2113181
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Nikon D3400 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.813.9119286
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Nikon D3500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.013.4185183
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Nikon D5300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.013.9133883
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Nikon D5500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.114.0143884
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Nikon D5600 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.114.0130684
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Nikon D7100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.213.7125683
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Panasonic S1R Full Frame 46.7 8368 55844K/60p26.414.13525100
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Pentax K-1 Full Frame 36.2 7360 49121080/60i25.414.6328096
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Sony A7R III Full Frame 42.2 7952 53044K/30p26.014.73523100
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Sony A99 II Full Frame 42.2 7952 53044K/30p25.413.4231792
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Sony A850 Full Frame 24.4 6048 4032i23.812.2141579
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Sony A5000 APS-C 19.8 5456 36321080/60i23.813.0108979
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Sony A5100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.812.7134780
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Sony A6000 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.113.1134782
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration are equipped with sensors that have a sufficiently high read-out speed for moving images, but the D3300 provides a higher frame rate than the K-1 II. It can shoot video footage at 1080/60p, while the Pentax is limited to 1080/60i.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The D3300 and the K-1 II are similar in the sense that both have an optical viewfinder. The latter is useful for getting a clear image for framing even in brightly lit environments. The viewfinder in the K-1 II offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the D3300 (95%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. In addition, the viewfinder of the K-1 II has a higher magnification (0.70x vs 0.57x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Nikon D3300, the Pentax K-1 II, and comparable cameras.

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Speed *
Max
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Flaps *
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Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Nikon D3300optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Pentax K-1 IIoptical i3.2 / 1037 full-flex i 1/8000s 4.4/s i i
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Nikon D3200optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
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Nikon D3400optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D3500optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D5300optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D5500optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D5600optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D7100optical i3.2 / 1229 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Panasonic S1R5760 i3.2 / 2100 full-flex i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
11.
 
Pentax K-1optical i3.2 / 1037 full-flex i 1/8000s 4.4/s i i
12.
 
Sony A7R III3686 i3.0 / 1440 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
13.
 
Sony A99 II2400 i3.0 / 1229 full-flex i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
14.
 
Sony A850optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 3.0/s i i
15.
 
Sony A5000i i3.0 / 461 tilting i 1/4000s 3.5/s i i
16.
 
Sony A5100i i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Sony A60001440 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The D3300 has one, while the K-1 II does not. While the built-in flash of the D3300 is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The Pentax K-1 II has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the D3300 and the K-1 II write their files to SDXC cards. The K-1 II features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the D3300 only has one slot. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D3300 and Pentax K-1 II and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Nikon D3300imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Pentax K-1 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon D3200imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D3400imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D3500imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D5300istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D5500istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D5600istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D7100istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic S1Ristereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Pentax K-1istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7R IIIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Sony A99 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
14.
 
Sony A850ii / iiimini2.0iii
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Sony A5000istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A5100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A6000istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the K-1 II offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the D3300 does not provide wifi capability.

Studio photographers will appreciate that the Pentax K-1 II (unlike the D3300) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the K-1 II has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.

The K-1 II is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Pentax. In contrast, the D3300 has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on ebay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the D3300 was succeeded by the Nikon D3400. Further information on the features and operation of the D3300 and K-1 II can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D3300 Manual (free pdf) or the online Pentax K-1 II Manual.

Review summary

So how do things add up? Which of the two cameras – the Nikon D3300 or the Pentax K-1 II – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

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Reasons to prefer the Nikon D3300:

  • Better video: Provides higher movie framerates (1080/60p versus 1080/60i).
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (5 vs 4.4 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • More compact: Is smaller (124x98mm vs 137x110mm) and thus needs less room in the bag.
  • Less heavy: Is lighter (by 580g or 57 percent) and hence easier to carry around.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (75 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in January 2014).

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Arguments in favor of the Pentax K-1 II:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (36.2 vs 24MP), which boosts linear resolution by 23%.
  • High quality composites: Can combine several shots after pixel-shifting its sensor.
  • Better image quality: Is equipped with a larger and more technologically advanced sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Better sound control: Has a headphone port that enables audio monitoring while recording.
  • More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 95%).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.70x vs 0.57x).
  • Easier setting verification: Features a control panel on top to check shooting parameters.
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1037k vs 921k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a full-flex screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • Better sealing: Is splash and dust sealed for shooting in inclement weather conditions.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • More modern: Reflects 4 years and 1 month of technical progress since the D3300 launch.

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the K-1 II is the clear winner of the contest (22 : 7 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional sports photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a street photog, and a person interested in family portraits has distinct needs from a landscape shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

D3300 07:22 K-1 II

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D3300 and the Pentax K-1 II place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the D3300 or the K-1 II perform in practice. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon D33003/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2014 US$ 499ebay.com
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Pentax K-1 II....4.5/579/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Nikon D32005/5+ +..73/1004.5/54.5/5 Apr 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Nikon D34004/5+4/576/1004/54.5/5 Aug 2016 US$ 499ebay.com
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Nikon D35004/5..4/575/1004/54.5/5 Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Nikon D53004/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon D55005/5+..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2015 US$ 899ebay.com
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Nikon D56004/5..4/579/1004.5/54/5 Nov 2016 US$ 699ebay.com
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Nikon D71005/5+ +..85/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Panasonic S1R4.5/5..4.6/589/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2019 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Pentax K-15/5....84/1005/55/5 Feb 2016 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Sony A7R III..+ +4/590/1004.5/55/5 Oct 2017 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A99 II....4.5/585/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2016 US$ 3 199ebay.com
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Sony A8503/5....75/100..4.5/5 Aug 2009 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Sony A50003/5+....4.5/54.5/5 Jan 2014 US$ 449ebay.com
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Sony A51004.5/5+....4.5/55/5 Aug 2014 US$ 549ebay.com
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Sony A60005/5+4.5/580/1004.5/55/5 Feb 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Nikon D3300 vs Pentax K-1 II

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Digital single lens reflex
Camera Lens Nikon F mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
Launch Date January 2014 February 2018
Launch Price USD 499 USD 1,999
Sensor Specs Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 23.5 x 15.6 mm 35.9 x 24.0 mm
Sensor Area 366.6 mm2 861.6 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.2 mm 43.2 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 24 Megapixels 36.2 Megapixels
Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 7360 x 4912 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.91 μm 4.88 μm
Pixel Density 6.55 MP/cm2 4.20 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter no AA filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO Setting 100 - 12,800 ISO 100 - 819,200 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 25,600 ISO no Enhancement
Image Processor EXPEED 4 PRIME IV
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 82 ..
DXO Color Depth (bits) 24.3 ..
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 12.8 ..
DXO Low Light (ISO) 1385 ..
Screen Specs Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Optical viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.57x 0.70x
Top-Level Screen no Top Display Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.2inch
LCD Resolution 921k dots 1037k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Fully flexible screen
Shooting Specs Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
Focus System Phase-detect AF Phase-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 4.4 shutter flaps/s
Shutter Life Expectancy100 000 actuations300 000 actuations
Time-Lapse Photographyno IntervalometerIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Dual card slots
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash no PC Sync PC Sync socket
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Geotagging no internal GPS GPS built-in
Body Specs Nikon D3300 Pentax K-1 II
Environmental Sealingnot weather sealedWeathersealed body
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL14a Pentax D-LI90
Battery Life (CIPA)700 shots per charge670 shots per charge
Body Dimensions 124 x 98 x 76 mm
(4.9 x 3.9 x 3.0 in)
137 x 110 x 86 mm
(5.4 x 4.3 x 3.4 in)
Camera Weight 430 g (15.2 oz) 1010 g (35.6 oz)
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