K-30 Features

• High-resolution, low-noise, true-to-life image reproduction
  The K-30 incorporates the latest 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. The PRIME M image processing engine is optimized for HD video capture, smooth live view, low chromatic noise, and low energy consumption. The K-30 offers a wide sensitivity range between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 (or even ISO 25600 when expanded via a custom function).
• Sporty, functional design perfect for outdoor shooting
  Thanks to the 81 seals used in its compact, lightweight body, the K-30 is built to be weather-resistant, dustproof and cold-resistant to temperatures as low as -10°C. Its exterior has been designed to be both sporty and functional for active outdoor shooting.
• Optical finder with nearly 100% field of view
  The K-30 comes equipped with a glass prism finder with nearly 100% field of view and approximately 0.92-times maximum magnification (with a 50mm F1.4 lens at infinity) to cover the entire field of view for easy focusing and framing. It delivers a clear view of the subject, even in bright sunshine, and eliminates parallax and time lag in the viewfinder image.
• Advanced SAFOX IXi+ AF module gives improved autofocus performance
  The state-of-the-art SAFOX IXi+ AF sensor module assures responsive, high-precision autofocus operation by incorporating a diffraction lens to minimize chromatic aberration regardless of the lens used. It also uses the colour of the light at the time of shooting into its calculations. Nine of its 11 sensor points have cross-type sensors to capture all kinds of subjects in sharp focus, while its spotbeam projector assists the AF system in poorly lit locations.
• High-speed burst shooting at approximately six images per secons
  Freeze the action with a fast 6 frames per second continuous shooting mode and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speed.
• Advanced Live View shooting with helpful features
  The K-30 offers a clear, true-to-life Live View image (at 60 frames per second). It also features a focus-assist function to improve manual-focusing accuracy, as well as a choice of three grid display patterns including Golden Section.
• PENTAX-original SR mechanism with user-assisting options
  The PENTAX-developed SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism effectively reduces camera shake for sharp, blur-free images even under demanding shooting conditions. This innovative mechanism works with any mounted PENTAX lens.* Thanks to the SR mechanism’s flexible design that tilts the image sensor unit in all directions, the K-30 also offers several useful features to assist the photographer during shooting, including: an Automatic Horizon Correction function to assure level horizons; a Composition Adjustment function to allow minute adjustment of image alignment horizontally, vertically and axially; and an ASTROTRACER mode, to simplify astronomical photography in combination with the optional O-GPS1 GPS Unit.
  * 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.
• User-friendly Auto Picture and Scene modes
  The PENTAX-original Auto Picture mode automatically selects the most appropriate shooting mode for a given subject or scene from Portrait, Landscape, Macro and other distinctive shooting modes. This mode allows the photographer to concentrate on image composition and shutter opportunity, while leaving all other camera settings to the K-30, including shutter speed, aperture, white balance, saturation, contrast and sharpness, The K-30 also offers 19 Scene modes — including Night Scene Portrait, Pet and Backlight Silhouette — to simplify the photographing of subjects and scenes by optimizing all camera settings with a simple choice of the corresponding icon on the camera’s LCD monitor.
• A selection of image-processing tools for creative, personalized expression
  The K-30 features the custom image function, which allows you to easily and quickly select the desired finishing touch for a particular image, with a choice of 11 custom image tones, including Bleach Bypass to create a dramatic visual effect used in motion pictures, and Cross Process to produce a fanciful, eye-catching image with dramatic colours. It also offers a choice of 19 distinctive 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 and produce creative, artistic images without the need for a computer. Further expand the creative possibilities by applying multiple filters to a single image.
• Rechargeable Li-Ion or AA battery compatible
  In addition to the standard lithium-ion battery capable of capturing approximately 480/410 images with a single recharge,** the K-30 can also be powered by four AA-size batteries using the optional D-BH109 AA-Battery Holder. There’s no worry about battery shortages, even when on the road.
  ** Under testing conditions prescribed by PENTAX, using the D-LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery 480 with no flash discharge, 410 with flash 50%.
• Other Features
  • Large, wide-view 3.0-inch LCD monitor with approximately 921,000 dots and 60 FPS refresh rate
  • 77-segment multi-pattern metering system for extremely accurate light measurement
  • Interval time still and video capability lets you capture the passage of time
  • DR (Dust Removal) mechanism and SP coatings to shake dust off from the surface of the CMOS image sensor unit
  • PENTAX-designed Hyper control system to assure fast, intuitive, flexible, unfailing response to the photographer’s creative intentions
  • Dynamic-range expansion function to compensate for both blown out (overexposed) and blocked up (underexposed) areas
  • RAW-data capture of an image just taken in JPEG-format image
  • RAW/Fx button for single-action switching of image file format, as well as for assignment and instant recall of a specific function
  • SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX (RAW-data processing engine developed by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory) included, in support of the K-30’s in-body RAW data processing capability

K-30 Specifications

K-30 Accessories

• AC Adapter Kit K-AC128U
  Model No. 38823
• Battery Charger Kit K-BC109U
  Model No. 39033
• Rechargeable L-ION Battery D-LI109
  Model No. 39066
• PENTAX AA Battery Holder D-BH109
  Model No. 39100
• Focusing Screen Frame Matte MF-60
  Model No. 38578
• Focusing Screen Divided Matte ML-60
  Model No. 38579
• Focusing Screen Scale Matte MI-60
  Model No. 38580
• Focusing Screen Plain Matte ME-60
  Model No. 38581
• Magnifying Eyecup O-ME53
  Model No. 30150
• AV Cable I-AVC7
  Model No. 39552
• Cable Switch CS-205
  Model No. 37248
• Remote Control F
  Model No. 37377
• Waterproof Remote Control O-RC1
  Model No. 39892
• Hand Strap O-ST128 (Black)
  Model No. 39987

What’s In the Box

• K-30 body
• Battery Charger Kit K-BC109
• Li-Ion Battery D-LI109
• USB Cable I-USB7
• Strap O-ST53
• Hotshoe Cover FK
• Body Mount Cover
• Focusing Screen MF-60 Frame Matte
• Eyecup FR
• Software CD-ROM