Description
The Pentax K-30 combines a compact and lightweight body. Many of its advanced features are found in upper-class models, such as a weather-resistant, dustproof, cold-proof body and a glass prism finder with nearly 100% field of view. It also offers such handy features as a high-speed shooting of six images per second, a 1/6000 second high shutter speed, and a Full-HD movie function.
Coupled with a grip providing a firm, comfortable hold of the camera, and a sporty, functional design, it assures dependable, flawless performance on the field.
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High-resolution, low-noise, true-to-life image reproduction
The K-30 incorporates the CMOS image sensor with a large image-capturing area measuring 23.7mm by 15.7mm. It assures high-speed image data readout to deliver super-high-resolution, rich-gradation digital images with 16.28 effective megapixels. -
Sporty, functional design for outdoor shooting
Thanks to the 81 seals set in its compact, lightweight, portable body, the K-30 is built to be weather-resistant, dustproof and cold-resistant, as well as proven functionality in temperature as low as -10°C. This means that the K-30 can be taken along on outdoor activities such as camping and mountain climbing, for the joy of high-quality digital SLR photography without worrying about weather conditions. -
Optical finder with nearly 100% field of view
Despite its compact body that is smaller and lighter than conventional mid-level models, the K-30 comes equipped with a glass prism finder with nearly 100% field of view and approximately 0.92-times maximum magnification to cover the entire field of view for easy focusing and framing. Since it delivers a clear view of the subject even in bright sunshine and eliminates parallax and time lag in the viewfinder image, the K-30 responds efficiently and reliably to demanding applications and subjects, such as landscapes requiring delicate, high-precision framing, and sports scenes where the timing of shutter release is critical. -
SAFOX IXi+ AF module for improved autofocus performance
The K-30 features the state-of-the-art SAFOX IXi+ AF sensor module, which assures responsive, high-precision autofocus operation by incorporating a diffraction lens to minimize chromatic aberration in accordance to the characteristics of each individual lens. It also factors the light source at the time of shooting into its calculations. Nine of its 11 sensor points have cross-type sensors to capture all kinds of subjects in sharp focus, while its spotbeam projector assists the AF system at poorly lit locations. -
High-speed burst shooting at approximately six images per second
When shooting sports, stage performances or wildlife, the K-30's high-speed burst shooting function comes in handy, as it allows the photographer to record active, fast-moving subjects in a series of images - at a maximum speed of six images per second. -
Advanced Live View shooting with helpful features
Thanks to the CMOS image sensor and upgraded algorithm, the K-30 offers a clear, true-to-life Live-View image. It also features a focus-assist function to improve manual-focusing accuracy.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Pentax K-30 - digital camera DA 18-55mm WR lens
- Product Type
- Digital camera - 1080p - SLR with Live View mode, movie recording
- Lens Included
- DA 18-55mm WR lens
- Memory Card Slot
- SD card
- Image Processor
- PRIME M
- Sensors
- Digital level metre
- Sensor Resolution
- 16.3 Megapixel
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Lens System
- Zoom lens - 3.1x zoom - 18 - 55 mm - f/3.5-5.6 DA AL WR Pentax KAF
- Focus Adjustment
- Automatic, manual
- Min Focus Distance
- 25 cm
- Image Stabiliser
- Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)
- Camera Flash
- Pop-up flash
- Viewfinder
- Optical - fixed eye-level pentaprism
- Display
- LCD display - 3"
- Supported Battery
- Li-ion rechargeable battery (included)
- Interface
- Composite video/audio, USB 2.0
- Microsoft Certification
- Compatible with Windows 7
- Colour
- Crystal white
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 12.8 cm x 7.15 cm x 9.65 cm
- Weight
- 590 g
Detailed Specification
General
- Product Type
- Digital camera - 1080p - SLR with Live View mode, movie recording
- Lens Included
- DA 18-55mm WR lens
- Enclosure Colour
- Crystal white
- Sensor Resolution
- 16.3 Megapixel
- Optical Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Total Pixels
- 16,500,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution
- 16,300,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size
- APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm)
- ISO (Max)
- 25600
- Sensor Dust Reduction
- Yes
- Sensor Features
- Dust Reduction (image sensor vibration), Special Protect (SP) coating
- Optical Zoom
- 3.1x
- Image Processor
- PRIME M
- Image Stabiliser
- Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)
- Built-in Optical Image Stabiliser
- Yes
- Face Detection
- Yes
- Sensors
- Digital level metre
- Print Standard
- Direct print, DPOF support, Exif Print support, PRINT Image Matching
- Auto Focus
- TTL phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty
- 11
- Digital Video Format
- AVI, MJPEG, H.264, MOV
- Image Recording Format
- JPEG, DNG (RAW) + JPEG, DNG (RAW)
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Interface
- Composite video/audio, USB 2.0
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity
- ISO auto (100-12800), ISO 100-25600
- Exposure Metering
- Multi-segment, centre-weighted, spot
- Exposure Metering Zones
- 77
- Exposure Modes
- Bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, ISO priority, shutter & aperture priority
- Shooting Programs
- Landscape, portrait mode, macro, museum, surf & snow, PET, Blue Sky, food, night scene, sunset, candle, night snapshot, night scene with portrait, kids, Stage, night scene HDR, moving object, forest, backlight silhouette
- Special Effects
- Soft, Slim, Pastel, fisheye, natural, bright, Vibrant, Sketch, monochrome, Muted, landscape, portrait, Water Colour, miniature, Cross Process, Retro, Colour Extract, Toy camera, starburst, High contrast, Colour Invert, Bleach Bypass, Posterisation, Radiant, Reversal Film, Shading, Tone Expansion
- White Balance
- Custom, automatic, presets
- White Balance Presets
- Cloudy, tungsten light, Flash, daylight, shade, fluorescent light (cool white), fluorescent light (daylight), fluorescent light (warm white), fluorescent light (natural white)
- Max Shutter Speed
- 1/6000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed
- 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation
- ±5 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- Auto Exposure Bracketing
- 3 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- X-sync Speed
- 1/180 sec
- Exposure Range
- EV 0-22 (ISO 100)
Lens System
- Type
- Zoom lens - 3.1x zoom - 18 - 55 mm - f/3.5-5.6 DA AL WR Pentax KAF - zoom
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera
- 28 - 85mm
- Focus Adjustment
- Automatic, manual
- Min Focus Distance
- 25 cm
- Max View Angle
- 76 degree(s)
- Zoom Adjustment
- Manual
- Lens Construction
- 8 groups / 11 elements
- Filter Size
- 52 mm
- Lens Mounting Type
- Pentax KAF2
- Features
- Aspherical lens, weatherproof
Camera Flash
- Camera Flash
- Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100)
- 12
- Flash Modes
- Fill-in mode, rear curtain sync, slow synchro, auto mode, flash OFF mode, P-TTL
- Red-Eye Reduction
- Yes
- Features
- AF illuminator, flash +/- compensation, wireless off-camera control
Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed
- 3 frames per second, 6 frames per second
- Self-Timer Delay
- 2sec, 12sec
- Flash Terminal
- Hot shoe
- Additional Features
- RGB primary colour filter, depth-of-field preview button, digital image rotation, histogram display, AE lock, AF lock, cropping an image, resizing an image, GPS ready, LCD live view mode, shadow point display, interval shooting mode, highlight point display, Automatic Pixel Mapping (APM), in-camera film editing, face detection, in-camera RAW processing, horizon correction, HDR image enhancement technology
Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type
- Optical - fixed eye-level pentaprism
- Optical Viewfinder Field Coverage
- 100%
- Optical Viewfinder Magnification
- 0.92x
- Optical Viewfinder Dioptric Correction Range
- -2.5 to +1.5
- Interchangeable Focusing Screens
- Yes
Display
- Type
- 3" LCD display
- Display Format
- 921,000 pixels
- Display Form Factor
- Built-in
- Display Features
- Display brightness control, display colour control
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode
- Mono
- Microphone Features
- Sensitivity control
Connections
- Connector Type
- USB 2.0 , Composite video/audio output , Remote control
Software
- Software
- Drivers & Utilities
Miscellaneous
- Compatible with Windows 7
- "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.
- Included Accessories
- Eyepiece cover, lens hood, battery charger, dust cap, body cap, lens cap, shoulder strap, USB cable, eyecup, shoe cap
- Body Material
- Stainless steel, fibre reinforced polycarbonate
- Protection
- Weatherproof, freezeproof, dust-resistant
Battery
- Battery Type
- Pentax D-Li109 Lithium Ion
- Details
- Li-ion rechargeable battery (included)
- Battery Life Details
- Photo shooting - 480 shots (D-LI109 battery) , Photo shooting - 1600 shots (lithium AA batteries) , Playback - 4.5 hours (D-LI109 battery) , Playback - 10.3 hours (lithium AA batteries)
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot
- SD card
- Supported Memory Cards
- SD Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
- Image Storage
- RAW 4928 x 3264 , JPEG 4928 x 3264 , JPEG 3936 x 2624 , JPEG 3072 x 2048 , JPEG 1728 x 1152
- Video Capture
- H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - 30 fps , H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - 25 fps , H.264 - 1920 x 1080 - 24 fps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 60 fps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 50 fps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 30 fps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 25 fps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 24 fps , H.264 - 640 x 480 - 30 fps , H.264 - 640 x 480 - 25 fps , H.264 - 640 x 480 - 24 fps
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 12.8 cm
- Depth
- 7.15 cm
- Height
- 9.65 cm
- Weight
- 590 g
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- -10 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
