While we no longer rent this product, we do carry the Pentax KP. Additionally, you may find alternatives on the left-hand side of this page (see Recommended section).
16.3MP CMOS sensor and 100-12,800 normal ISO range
Fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus system
Three-stop image stabilization system
Variety of video-capture options
The Pentax K-30 is a lightweight, full-featured APS-C DSLR. Key features include:
This camera houses a 16.3MP CMOS sensor and features a normal ISO range of 100-12,800, which is expandable to 25,600. Its eleven-point/nine cross-point autofocus system operates quickly, quietly, and accurately. The 6 fps continuous mode and built-in three-stop image-stabilization system let you capture fast-paced action in sharp detail. Its weather-sealed body provides peace of mind when you’re shooting in less-than-perfect conditions.
The 77-segment metering system ensures accurate exposures, with a 100% FOV viewfinder with 0.92X magnification for image composition. It also features a 3.0" 921K rear LCD with focus peaking, making live-view shooting a breeze. Images are recorded to SDHC/XC memory cards in either JPEG or Adobe DNG format, giving users a wide variety of editing flexibility. You can record video footage in MOV or MPEG-4 (H.264) formats in full 1080p at 24, 25, or 30 fps. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery allows roughly 480 images per charge.