24-megapixel APS-C CMOS Sensor
No hardware anti-aliasing filter
Simulated AA filter/moire suppression via SR mechanism (user-configurable) A really good idea imho.
27-point TTL phase detection autofocus (25 cross-type points in a 5x5 grid) Need to see how this works out with hands on tests. AF should be tons better than my K-5 which isn't that bad but not as good as a top of the line Nikon.
-3 to +18 EV operating range
New feature: multi-pattern white balance looking forward to see how this pans out.
The K-3 also has a new 86k-pixel metering sensor, which is nothing short of professional grade. The D7100 can only record up to 50 JPEG files or 7 RAW files at maximum resolution before reducing its framerate, and its full-HD mode is limited to 30 FPS. Compare this to the K-3's 60 JPEG / 23 RAW buffer and 1080i 60FPS recording.
Not sure of the sensor yet. Hoping it's made by Toshiba but more than likely it's made by Sony.
That said I think I'll sell my K-5 body and grab this.
Pentax announces a new body. The K-3.
Pentax announces a new body. The K-3.
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The Toshiba is supposed to have better results in low light over the Sony in this case. Other than that there probably isn't much of a difference. After reading reviews on this camera I'm sold. I do like the aspect ratio of ASP-C better than full frame and the idea that I don't have to replace my newer lens is an added plus. That said without a doubt the newer full frames just blow APS-C out of the water for picture quality in low light. Not that to me 1600 iso is worthless.... there are programs that do pretty good at removing noise.cybotron r_9 wrote:Looks nice, why Toshiba? Isn't Sony the king of sensors?
Oh yeah...without a doubt Sony is the king of sensors.
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