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Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket — APS-C DSLR · 2021
Pentax

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

APS-C DSLR · 2021

80
/ 100
From $2,119
VS
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only wins by 12
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — APS-C fixed · 2024
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

APS-C fixed · 2024

92
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket lands at 80 and Fujifilm X100VI · Body only at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI · Body only ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Fujifilm X100VI · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on photo (92 vs 80).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on autofocus (90 vs 76).

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $2,119).

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket 80
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Score breakdown

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket
80
photo 80
video 72
autofocus 76
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket versus Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
Format
APS-C DSLR
APS-C fixed
Release year
2021
2024

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket vs Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Which is better, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket worth the price? +

At $2,119, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Fujifilm X100VI · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Does Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on photo (92 vs 80). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on autofocus (90 vs 76). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.