The Pentax K-30 is a 16.3-megapixel Pentax digital single-lens reflex camera, announced on 21 May 2012. At its introduction, it was in the middle of Pentax's DSLR range, above the now-discontinued entry-level K-r, and below the semi-pro K-5 and successor K-5 II.
Overview
It has a stainless steel chassis, and unlike most DSLRs of its class, is fully weather sealed. It can shoot continuously at up to 6 frames per second with a maximum shutter speed of 1/6000th of a second. It can capture video at 1080p at either 30, 25, or 24 fps. Like all current and recent Pentax dSLRs it features in-body shake reduction, removing the need for each lens to have image stabilisation. The Pentax K mount allows use of legacy lenses dating back to the 1970s, or even earlier with an M42-mount adapter, for which the K-mount is fully compatible. The autofocus system (SAFOX IXi+) is an advance over the K-5 and features 11 AF points, 9 of which are cross-type (i.e. sensitive to vertical as well as horizontal edges). For maximum flexibility, the camera can either use the proprietary supplied lithium battery, or, with an optional adapter, use the universally available AA battery type.
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References
External links
- Pentax K-30 - Pentax US
- Pentax K-30 - Pentax UK
- Pentax K-30 Body Kit Black - US PentaxWebstore.com
Notable reviews:
- Pentax K-30 Camera Review - Pentax Forums
- Pentax K-30 review: A good camera doesn't have to be fragile by the Verge
- Pentax K-30 Review by dpreview.com
- Pentax K-30: Weather-resistant warrior by Pocket-lint
- Pentax K-30 review by Imaging Resource
- Pentax K-30 Review: Tough Body, Sensitive Soul by Gizmdo
- Pentax K-30 review by CNET Australia
- Pentax K-30 review by ITProPortal.com
