Weather Sealing
Full weather sealing throughout the entire body ensures worry-free use in any weather condition.
Thanks to the K-30, for the first time in a long time location doesn’t matter. Whether it’s a sandy day at the beach or a trek into the wet rainforests of Belize, the K-30 is the ideal DSLR camera to capture your memories regardless of your location or the elements you face. Its weather sealed body and intuitive ergonomics give you the flexibility and comfortability to shoot what you want, when you want and where you want.
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Full weather sealing throughout the entire body ensures worry-free use in any weather condition.
A high performance 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor strikes the perfect balance between resolution and image quality.
PRIME M image processing engine is optimized for HD video capture, smooth live view, low chromatic noise, and low energy consumption.
Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder, with interchangeable focusing screens, achieves a 100% optical field of view for framing accuracy in a highly compact form factor.
Advanced SAFOX IXi+ autofocus engine, with AF assist lamp and light source detection sensor, features improved optical components, including a diffraction lens, for responsive autofocus in any lighting.
PENTAX sensor-shift Shake and Dust Reduction technology ensures sharp, image stabilized, auto-leveled, and dust-free imaging with any mounted lens.
Rugged coldproof design is ideal for use in sub-freezing, wet, snowy winter conditions (-10C, 14F).
Large 3 inch LCD with brightness and color adjustments is wide angle viewable, and features 921,000 dots of resolution.
Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder, with interchangeable focusing screens, achieves a 100% optical field of view for framing accuracy in a highly compact form factor.
Freeze the action with a fast 6 frames per second continuous shooting mode and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speed.
Programmable front and rear e-dials enable PENTAX renowned Hyper Program and Manual modes, as well as other rapid no-look settings changes.
In-camera HDR shooting modes feature multiple blending options to bring out the detail in wide gamut still imaging.
Highly compact yet durable body features comfortable ergonomics such as a deep grip, oversized buttons, and concave 4-way controller for streamlined, intuitive operation.
Full 1080p HD video capture at 30 frames per second (60 FPS for 720p) features efficient h.264 compression, flexible exposure control, and HDR finishing options for stunning video quality.
Live View focus peaking highlights in-focus surfaces for fast and highly accurate manual focus acquisition or precise autofocus confirmation.
Highly accurate 77 segment metering system produces beautifully exposed images and video, even in complex lighting situations.
ISO speeds up to 25600 maximize shutter speeds and flash effective range while minimizing image noise in low lighting.
Traditional shooting modes feature PENTAX Sensitivity Priority (Sv) and Shutter And Aperture Priority (TAv) for outstanding flexibility, while powerful automatic modes like Auto Picture and Scene modes take the guesswork out of great photography.
Compatible with both rechargeable Li-Ion and AA batteries (via optional AA battery holder) for plentiful power at home or while travelling.
Type | Digital SLR |
Sensor | Type: CMOS w primary color filter, integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system |
Lens | Type/construction: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount |
Focus System | Type: SAFOX IXi+ TTL phase-detection 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system w light wavelength sensor and diffraction lens |
Viewfinder | Type: Pentaprism |
LCD Monitor | Type: 3.0” TFT color LCD w brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Flash | Type: Retractable P-TTL popup flash |
External Flash | Type: Hotshoe (P-TTL), high speed sync and wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash |
Storage Media | Internal memory: n/a |
Interfaces | Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out, cable switch |
Power Supply | Power source: Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI109 (included), AA battery holder D-BH109 for 4* AA batteries (sold separately) |
Physical Specs | Body dimensions (W x H x D): 5.1 x 3.8 x 2.8” |
Language Support | English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian |
Image Stabilization | Type: Sensor-shift SR w rotational compensation (3 stops max) |
Metering System | Type: TTL open aperture 77 segment metering |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto: 100-12800 (1/1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), expandable to 100-25600, auto range selectable |
White Balance | Type: Image sensor detection w light wavelength sensor assist |
Shutter | Type: Electronically controlled, vertical-run, focal plane shutter |
Capture Modes | Mode selection: Hyper Program (P), Sensitivity Priority (Sv), Shutter Priority (Tv), Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter & Aperture Priority (TAv), Hyper Manual (M), Bulb (B), User (U1, U2), Scene (SCN), Auto Picture (AUTO), Movie |
Drive Modes | Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s, continuous), Auto Bracketing (3 frames, standard, timer, remote) |
Playback Modes | Mode selection: One Shot (no data, basic data, full data, color channel histogram, bright/dark indication, copyright info), Multi Image Display (4, 9, 16, 36, 81 thumbnails), Magnification (up to 16X, scrollable, quick magnification), Image Rotation, Calendar Filmstrip, Display, Folder, Slideshow, Select & Delete, Movie Playback (no data, basic data, full data), Save RAW Data From JPG (if available in buffer memory) |
File Formats | Recorded resolutions: 16M (4928x3264), 12M (4224x2816), 8M (3456x2304), 5M (2688x1792) |
Custom Functions | Functions available: 23 |
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