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Featuring weather resistant capabilities, new mid-level DSLR is the perfect creative companion for active travel and outdoor photographers
Denver, CO (May 21, 2012) – PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION today announces the introduction of its new weather and dust resistant digital SLR camera – the PENTAX K-30. Ideal for photographers with active outdoor lifestyles, the new PENTAX K-30 combines a compact, lightweight body with many advanced features found only in higher end DSLR camera models, such as a weather, dust and cold resistant body, a glass prism optical finder with 100% field of view, state-of-the-art autofocusing, and full HD video recording capabilities.
“No detail was overlooked when designing the dynamic new K-30 to be weather resistant,” explains John Carlson, Sr. Manager of Sales and Marketing, PENTAX. “Every seam, every button, every hinge has been weather sealed for adventure-proof creative photography. Whether enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking in the Rocky Mountains or on vacation cruising along on the Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls, photographers can stop worrying about weather conditions and start focusing on capturing the perfect shot.”
In addition to its versatile weather-proof capabilities, the new K-30 offers features including high-speed burst shooting at a maximum speed of six images per second, a high-speed shutter unit with a top speed of 1/6000 second, and convenient dual electronic dials for quick, fingertip access to exposure control and several Auto Picture and scene modes. Coupled with an ergonomic grip that provides firm, comfortable control of the camera, and a sporty, functional design, the K-30 assures dependable, flawless performance in the field. The new K-30 is available in three body colors: Crystal White and Crystal Blue, with brilliant, glossy finishes reminiscent of the finish of an exclusive sports car; and Black, for a traditional SLR look. It is also compatible with all PENTAX K-mount lenses.
Weather resistant design ideal for travel and outdoor photography
Featuring 81 seals set in its compact, lightweight, portable body, the
K-30 is built to be weather, dust and cold resistant with proven
functionality in sub-freezing temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Its
exterior has been designed to be both sporty and functional for active
outdoor photographers – a large grip provides a firm, secure hold of the
camera; a low-profile pentaprism housing for reduced height; and a
rounded, soft-rubber casing for a solid grip of the camera during
vertical shooting.
Newly developed SAFOX IXi+ Autofocus (AF) module for improved autofocus performance
The K-30 features the new 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. A dedicated
sensor also factors the light source into its calculations at the time
of shooting. Additionally, 9 of its 11 focus points have cross-type
sensors to capture subjects in sharp focus, while a spotbeam assists the
AF system during low light situations. The K-30’s AF algorithm has also
been upgraded in all areas for efficiency and accuracy. A new expanded
area AF function allows the sensor module to continue to track a moving
subject in AF select mode, even when it moves out of a pre-assigned
auto-tracking area, by assessing distance data collected by neighboring
focus sensors. This greatly improves the accuracy and speed of detecting
moving subjects during autofocus shooting, and autofocusing performance
when using a telephoto lens.
High resolution, low noise, true-to-life image reproduction
The K-30 incorporates the latest 16 megapixel APS-C sized 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 approximately 16.28 effective
megapixels. This image sensor is coupled in the K-30 with the PENTAX
“PRIME M” imaging engine for outstanding full 1080p HD movie clips
(1920x1080 pixels at 30 frames per second), in addition to outstanding
still image capture processing. The camera also minimizes luminance
noise at low sensitivities, while offering a wide sensitivity range
between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 (ISO 25600 maximum when expanded via a
custom function).
Optical finder with 100% field of view
Despite
its compact body, which is smaller and lighter than traditional mid
level DSLR camera models, the K-30 comes equipped with a glass
pentaprism finder featuring a 100% field of view and approximately 0.92X
maximum magnification (with a 50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity) to cover the
entire field of view for easy focusing and framing. Since its
viewfinder delivers a clear view of the subject even in the brightest
sunshine while also eliminating parallax, 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. The K-30 also accepts
interchangeable PENTAX Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screens to
facilitate manual focusing operation. Optional focus screens include
cross-lined and scale types, to accommodate more specialized
applications.
High-speed burst shooting at approximately six images per second
When photographing sporting events, concerts or wildlife, the K-30’s
high-speed burst shooting function comes in handy, allowing the
photographer to capture active, fast moving subjects in a series of
images at a maximum speed of approximately 6 frames per second (in JPEG
format).
Advanced Live View shooting
Thanks to the
latest CMOS image sensor and PRIME M engine, the K-30 offers a clear,
true-to-life Live View at a smooth 60 frames per second. It also
features a focus peaking function during live view to improve manual
focusing speed and accuracy. Live View on the K-30 also offers a choice
of three grid display patterns including a Golden Section overlay, and
detailed information overlay if desired by the photographer.
High quality video recording
The PENTAX K-30
features full HD video recording to capture high quality movie clips in
1080p resolution (1920x1080 pixels). The efficient h.264 compression
format offers a choice of frame rates (30, 25 or 24 frames per second)
at 1080p, or up to 60 FPS at 720p, to accommodate user specific
applications. Video recording options are flexible, allowing the
photographer to select aperture or shutter exposure control, while
PENTAX Shake Reduction helps stabilize captured video. Users may add
creative artistic effects to recorded clips using various Custom Image
modes or record subjects in a series of video clips with the Interval
Movie Shooting mode.
User friendly Auto Picture and Scene modes
The
K-30 features the PENTAX-original Auto Picture mode, which analyzes a
scene then automatically selects the most appropriate shooting mode from
Portrait, Landscape, Macro as well as others. This allows the
photographer to concentrate on image composition and other creative
elements while leaving more technical settings to the K-30, such as
shutter speed, aperture, white balance, saturation, contrast and
sharpness. The K-30 also offers 19 creative Scene modes, including Night
Scene Portrait, Pet, Backlight Silhouette, and more, to simplify
photographing unique subjects and scenes that often require uncommon
camera settings.
PENTAX Shake Reduction (SR) mechanism for sharp, blur free images
The PENTAX K-30 incorporates the PENTAX-developed SR mechanism, which
effectively reduces blur due to camera shake by approximately four
shutter steps. Usable with all PENTAX compatible lenses*,
including those produced for film format SLR cameras, this mechanism
produces sharp, blur free images even under demanding conditions that
are prone to camera shake, such as when using a telephoto lens, shooting
in the dark without flash illumination, or capturing landscapes in
twilight. The K-30's SR system also offers several other useful features
to assist the photographer during shooting, including an Automatic
Horizon Correction function to assure high precision image framing and
effortless adjustment of horizontal alignment, a Composition Adjustment
function to allow minute adjustments of image alignment
horizontally/vertically/axially, and an ASTROTRACER mode to eliminate
light trails during astronomical photography in combination with the
optional O-GPS1 GPS Unit (available separately).
*
Lenses compatible with this mechanism: PENTAX K-, KA-, KAF-, KAF2- and
KAF3-mount lenses; screw-mount lenses (with an adapter); and 645- and
67-system lenses (with an adapter). Some functions may not be available
with certain lenses.
A selection of image processing tools for creative, personalized expression
The K-30 features a Custom Image function, which allows the user to
easily and quickly select the desired finishing touch for a particular
image. Choose from 11 custom settings including Bleach Bypass that
creates a dramatic visual effect similar to that used in motion
pictures, and Cross Process to produce fanciful, eye-catching images
boasting dramatic colors. The K-30 also offers a choice of 19 creative
digital filters including Miniature, which transforms an actual scene
into what appears to be an image of miniature models. These filters add
distinctive visual effects to captured images producing creative,
artistic images without the need for a computer. The user can further
expand the creative possibilities by applying multiple filters and
processing modes to a single image.
Choice of two power sources
In addition to the included lithium ion battery capable of capturing approximately 480 images with a single charge**,
the K-30 can also be powered by four AA-size batteries using the
optional D-BH109 AA Battery Holder. Since AA batteries can be easily
obtained almost anywhere around the world, there’s no worry about
battery shortages, even when shooting for an extended period of time or
in remote locations.
** Under testing conditions prescribed by PENTAX, using the D-LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery with no flash discharges.
Additional features include:
Pricing and Availability
The
new PENTAX K-30 will be available at retail outlets nationwide and
online in July 2012 with a suggested retail price of $849.95 for body
only, and $899.95 for the kit including the DA L 18-55mm zoom lens.
♦ K-30 is a trademark of PENTAX RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.
♦ All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
♦ Designs and specifications are subjects to change without notice.
Price | |
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MSRP | Body: US $849.95, with 18-55mm kit lens: $899.95 |
Body type | |
Body type | Mid-size SLR |
Body material | Reinforced polycarbonate over stainless steel chassis |
Sensor | |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 |
Other resolutions | 4224 x 2816, 3456 x 2304, 2688 x 1792 |
Image ratio w:h | 3:2 |
Effective pixels | 16.3 megapixels |
Sensor photo detectors | 16.5 megapixels |
Sensor size | APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) |
Sensor type | CMOS |
Processor | Prime M |
Color space | sRGB, AdobeRGB |
Color filter array | Primary color filter |
Image | |
ISO | Auto, 100 to 12800, in 1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps (25600 Extended) |
White balance presets | 9 |
Custom white balance | Yes (3) |
Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
Image stabilization notes | With rotational compensation (3 stops max) |
Uncompressed format | RAW |
JPEG quality levels | Good, Better, Best |
File format |
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Optics & Focus | |
Autofocus |
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Digital zoom | No |
Manual focus | Yes |
Number of focus points | 11 |
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 mount |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
Screen / viewfinder | |
Articulated LCD | Fixed |
Screen size | 3" |
Screen dots | 921,000 |
Touch screen | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Live view | Yes |
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 % |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.92× |
Photography features | |
Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 sec |
Exposure modes |
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Scene modes |
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Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) |
Flash range | 12 m (at ISO 100) |
External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Drive modes |
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Continuous drive | Yes (6, 3 fps) |
Self-timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Metering modes |
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Exposure compensation | ±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
AE Bracketing | ±2 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
WB Bracketing | No |
Videography features | |
Format |
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Microphone | Mono |
Speaker | Mono |
Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Storage | |
Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Connectivity | |
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
HDMI | No |
Wireless | None |
Remote control | Yes (optional, wired or wireless) |
Physical | |
Environmentally sealed | Yes (Weather and dust resistant) |
Battery | Battery Pack |
Battery description | Lithium-Ion D-LI109 rechargeable battery & charger or 4 x AA batteries (with the optional AA battery holder D-BH109) |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 410 |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71 mm (5.12 x 3.82 x 2.8") |
Other features | |
Orientation sensor | Yes |
Timelapse recording | Yes (999 shots, 3 sec to 24 hr interval, time delay) |
GPS | Optional |
GPS notes | O-GPS1 |
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