Good detail at low sensitivities (even better in RAW), Very good high ISO image quality, good detail up to high sensitivities, Exceptionally low shadow noise in RAW files at low ISOs, Responsive operation, 6 fps and good burst size in continuous shooting, Good build-quality with weather-sealed body, Thought-out user interface with useful TAv and SV modes, Large, bright viewfinder with 100% cove
Lower JPEG highlight DR than competitors (without Highlight Correction activated), Live view exposure simulation has very limited range, No external mic-socket, No dedicated video button, No stills capture in video mode, Focus-peaking not available in video mode, No HDMI port, Poor battery life compared to its peers,
We really liked the Pentax K-5 when we reviewed the camera in December 2010 and the K-30 comes with a sensor and imaging pipeline that are very similar to its bigger brother's and many of its features - at a considerably more attractive price point. H...
Anybody looking for an affordable D-SLR primarily for still photography will find it hard to go past Pentax's K-30. It offers an unrivalled range of features and functions in its price category topped by the weather-proofed body and ‘big camera' items suc...
Excellent image quality, even at high ISO settings; most affordable all-weather DSLR available; good complement of all-weather lenses at affordable prices; bright, 100 percent view optical viewfinder
We've said it before and we will no doubt say it again Pentax DSLRs are designed by photographers, not marketing departments. The lovely K-5 competes with cameras that cost hundreds of dollars more and now the K-30 stands above its price level. There is...
Udgivet: 2012-08-30, Forfatter: terry , anmeldelse af: dpexpert.com.au
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
The noisy autofocus mechanism is cheap
We've said it before and we will no doubt say it again, Pentax DSLRs are designed by photographers, not by marketing departments. The lovely K-...
Abstrakt: DateAugust 30, 2012 Read later This 16-megapixel DSLR uses, and in some cases improves on, the technology of the excellent K-5. The handsome, ergonomically fine body is polycarbonate over stainless steel, weather-sealed and freeze-proof to minus...
The K-30 merits its Editor's Choice rating for both its imaging performance and for the generous level of features it provides at an affordable price tag. It's an excellent camera for photo enthusiasts. The weather-sealed body is a genuine bonus; add in t...
Udgivet: 2012-08-14, Forfatter: Mario , anmeldelse af: gizmodo.com.au
Maybe, especially if you're planning to wander into a hurricane or a blizzard. (That's probably a bad idea, and even if you're going to do it, you should bring something that shoots better video.)...
Weathersealed body, Stabilised sensor, Detailrich images, Liion or AA batteries
Slow AF with 1855mm lens, No external mic port
The fact that the body is weather-proofed is a huge bonus as one of the main reasons why cameras area sent for repair is water damage. Of course to get the full benefit of the K-30's weatherproofing it needs to be matched with one of Pentax's WR (Weather...
