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The Pentax K-30 weather-sealed mid-level DSLR is built around the 16MP sensor and processor as the company's K-01 and borrows many of the features from the more expensive K-5. It can shoot continuously at up to 6 frames per second, has a maximum shutter speed of 1/6000th of a second and can capture video at 1080p30.
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 |
| Effective pixels | 16 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100 to 12800, in 1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps (25600 Extended) |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 mount |
| Focal length mult. | 1.5× |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3.00″ |
| Screen dots | 921,000 |
| Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Max shutter speed | 1/6000 sec |
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| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz) |
| Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71 mm (5.12 x 3.82 x 2.80″) |
| GPS | Optional |
The Pentax K-30 offers a comprehensive feature set, excellent high ISO performance and very flexible Raw files at an attractive price point and is therefore an easy recommendation for any stills photographer. However, if you are looking for a DSLR to shoot video with the competition offers better alternatives.
Good for: Stills photographers who want a weather-sealed camera with good customizability and great low light performance without breaking the bank
Not so good for: Video shooters
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Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm Lens (Black) | $559.69 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR (Black, Body Only) | $497.99 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR (White, Body Only) | $464.05 |
Pentax K-30 lens kit black w DA 18-55WR Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR with DA 18-55mm and 3-Inch LCD Screen | $539.00 |
Pentax K-30 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm AL and 50-200mm AL Lens Kit - Black | $718.89 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-135mm Lens (Black) | $899.00 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm Lens (White) | $529.00 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm Lens (Blue) | $534.89 |
Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR (Blue, Body Only) | $548.29 |
Pentax K-30 Digital Camera (Body Only) (Red) | $529.99 |
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