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The price suggests “entry level” but the features belong in an upper specified DSLR. The K30 feels good in the hand due to its prominent grip and nicely rubberised feel. The rugged body and weather sealing mean it can withstand rough treatment. Image qual
Excellent image quality
Even at high ISO settings
Most affordable all-weather DSLR available
Good complement of all-weather lenses at affordable prices
Very good still image quality, Good continuous shooting speed and buffer capacity for JPEGs, Weather resistant, Inbody stabilization
No continuous AF during video capture, Video on the slow side to initiate, Might be too small for large hands
With a feature set commensurate with its designation by Pentax as a mid-level DSLR, the K-30 is nevertheless the current entry-level model in the Pentax line. It's a short line to be sure, consisting of the K-30 and the K-5II/s. The K-5 is still availabl...
Abstract: Unlike the K5, the Pentax K-30 has only the one infrared port embedded into the grip; a red lamp also flashes from the top of this window while the self-timer ticks down. Just beneath the shutter button is the front command dial, but surprisingly it's not...
Abstract: In this comparative review, we take a look at three attractive intro- to mid-range APS-C DSLR cameras available as of October, 2012: the Canon Rebel T4i (EOS 650D), Nikon D5100, and Pentax K-30. This isn't an in-depth review of each camera, but rather a c...
Published: 2012-10-28, Author: Philip , review by: popphoto.com
Abstract: A favorably priced starter DSLR with some advanced featuresWhat's Hot: Weather- and dust-sealed; 6-fps bursts. What's Not: No mic input for video recording. Who It's For: Shooters looking for a cost-effective, yet rugged, DSLR in the Pentax system.The new...
Excellent photo quality, with low noise until the very highest sensitivities, Solid, weathersealed body, Builtin image stabilization means decades worth of Pentax lenses will have shake reduction, Sharp 3inch LCD offers good outdoor visibility, Optical viewfinder is larger and offers more coverage than competitors, Lots of manual controls and customizable features, Beginners will appreciate auto
Video quality could be better, Below average battery life, Can't shoot RAW images at high speed in burst mode, White balance bracketing would've been nice, Lacks a stereo microphone, and does not support adding an external one, No HDMI output
Conclusion The Pentax K-30 is a very capable digital SLR that arguably offers more bang for the buck -- including a weather-sealed body -- than any other camera in its price range. The K-30's design is a bit more angular than your typical D-SLR, and i...
Abstract: The K-30 is the latest offering from Pentax. It is the first DSLR from Pentax since the K-5 and it uses same 16-megapixel APS-C sized sensor that was shown to be one of the best sensors in terms of overall image quality – especially in the realm of hig...
The Pentax K-30 is an excellent mid-range digital DSLR. Although its exterior styling may not be your taste, it combines a good feature set with superb image quality, a sense of fun, and a reasonable price. Plus, the weatherproofing and tough-as-nails sty...
Published: 2012-08-27, Author: Jeremy , review by: camcorderinfo.com
The Pentax K-30 poses numerous obstacles for those who are looking to capture professional-grade video with their DSLR camera. Thanks to the absence of an external mic jack the K-30 lacks the ability to capture strong audio, which means you're lef...
It's refreshing to see Pentax deliver what they do best: an excellent DSLR camera that delivers a lot of features and performance without breaking the bank. We've always had a soft spot for Pentax DSLRs and the new K-30 is no different, clearly buildi...
Published: 2012-08-13, Author: Mario , review by: gizmodo.com
Maybe, especially if youre planning to wander into a hurricane or a blizzard. (Thats probably a bad idea, and even if youre going to do it, you should bring something that shoots better video.)AdvertisementThis cameras image quality is impressive. It...
