Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR White

MPN: 15724  |  EAN: 0270752250224  |  Model: K-30 + DAL 18-55WR

Price Information

$504.99

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:43 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR White - 15724 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Home Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Vlogging
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Film Making
Very Good
Sports Photography
Just Right
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding
Camera Body with Lens
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

Getting a Digital SLR camera opens you up to a bigger world photography. With its extensive range of settings, you can now calibrate much more just before you press the shutter.

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Pentax device works!

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 11  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Pentax device is a very good option!

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

The Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a great companion to have.

Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 23.7 x 15.7 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. 

Capture the drama - This Pentax camera is is good partner for your craft. Filming in different situations  requires a really good Image sensor and this camera packs one that measures at 23.7 x 15.7 mm mm which works very well for your needs. 

Other Video needs

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is an easy recommendation for this.

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 23.7 x 15.7 mm(mm) sensor size, the Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.

Whether on holiday or exploring new places, this camera from Pentax is a great choice. Taking photos of what's around you - near and far - with the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR is a breeze.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.7 x 15.7 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Pentax has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the K-30 + DAL 18-55WR fits the bill.

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Technical Specifications

Pentax K-30 + DAL 18-55WR White - 15724 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type DLSR
Product Colour White
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Camera File System DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Languages Support CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, POL, POR, RUS, SWE, TUR
Photo Effects 1
Playback Zoom (max) 16 x
Scene Modes Backlight, Candlelight, Children, Close-up (macro), Museum, Night, Night portrait, Pet, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Surf, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
Shooting Modes Aperture priority, Auto, Manual, Movie, Program, Scene, Shutter priority
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Exposure Correction -2EV - +1EV (1/2 EV step)
Flash Guide Number 12 m
Flash Modes Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 0.005 s
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Assist Beam Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 11
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 24.99
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2250, 2500, 3200, 4000, 5000, 6400, 8000, 10000, 12800, 16000, 25600, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 25600
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Control Program AE
Light Exposure Correction ±5EV (1/2; 1/3 EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/6000 s
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/6000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Shutter Speed Settings B
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Analog Signal Format System NTSC, PAL
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 60 fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVI, H.264, MJPEG, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Lens System
Filter Size 52 mm
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 27.5 - 84.5 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 18 - 55 mm
Lens Mount Interface Pentax KAF2
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 11/8
Maximum Aperture Number 38
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 84.5 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 27.5 mm
Mounting Type Bayonet
Number Of Diaphragm Blades 6
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display TFT
Display Diagonal 3
Display Resolution (numeric) 921000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -2.5 - 1.5
Diopter Correction Yes
Magnification 0.92 x
Optical Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.7 x 15.7 mm
Megapixel 16.28 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 16.49 MP
Other Features
Image Editing Resizing, Rotating
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 480 shots
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type D-LI109
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Bundled Software PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4
Cables Included USB
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 71.5 mm
Height 96.5 mm
Lens Diameter 67.5 mm
Lens Length 68.5 mm
Weight 590 g
Weight (including Battery) 650 g
Width 128.5 mm
System Requirements
Mac Operating Systems Supported Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows Operating Systems Supported Y
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4928 x 3264 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 16M (4928x3264), 12M (4224x2816), 8M (3456x2304), 5M (2688x1792)Full HD (1920x1080)HD (1280x720)VGA (640x480)
Memory
Memory Slots 1