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Pentax K-70 18-55mm Lens Kit Black, APS-C
Brand | Pentax |
Model Name | Pentax K-70 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 24 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Dynamic |
Max Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority |
Form Factor | Compact |
About this item
- 24.24 effective Megapixel, APS CAA filter less CMOS sensor, with ISO from 100 204800
- Dustproof and weather resistant with In body “SR” shake reduction mechanism
- Vari angle LCD monitor with night vision red light LCD display
- Built in Wi-Fi for use with the image Sync app
- Pixel shift resolution with motion Correction AA filter Simulator: Moiré reduction using "SR" unit and pixel shift resolution with motion Correction
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Picture quality | 4.7 | — | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Auto focus | 4.3 | — | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Image stabilization | 4.6 | — | 4.2 | — | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Easy to use | 4.6 | — | — | 4.4 | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Digital Village | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Wide Angle | Telephoto | Telephoto | Extension | all-in-one-zoom | Wide Angle |
zoom type | vari-focal | Digital Zoom | — | Optical Zoom | Depth From Defocus | Optical Zoom |
shooting modes | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | N&A | Landscape; portrait mode; close-up; night portrait; food; sports mode |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB | Wi-Fi, NFC | HDMI, USB | NFC, HDMI, USB |
video resolution | FHD 1080p | Full HD(1920x1080, 60i/50i/30p/25p/24p) | 2160p | FHD 1080p | 4K UHD 2160p | FHD 1080p |
What's in the box
From the manufacturer
K-70 Image Quality
24.2M effective pixels, APS-C CMOS Sensor
Faster readout speed - 6fps continuous shooting. AA-filter free sensor for high definition image. Image plane phase-matching elements are embedded on the surface which allows Hybrid AF in Live View mode.
Prime MII with New Accelerator Unit
Coupled with the new accelerator unit and Ricoh's own processing device, the PRIME MII effectively suppresses noise and reproduces fine-detailed, color rich images even at higher ISO.
Pixel Shift Resolution with motion correction
Captures four images of the same scene by shifting the image sensor by one pixel using the SR mechanism. Each pixel captures all colors to provide high-resolution images with fine detail.
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In-Body Shake Reduction MechanismDustproof & Weather-Resistant BodyThe K-70's in-body shake reduction (SR) mechanism effectively compensates for camera shake up to 4.5EV steps. The SR unit minimizes camera shake to assure sharp, blur-free images, even in demanding situations, like when zooming with telephoto lens or shooting dimly lit scenes. The K-70's SR system has a flexible design that shifts the image sensor unit in all directions, providing a host of handy shooting functions. |
Weather-Resistant DSLRThe K-70 has a fully weather-resistant and cold proof design to resist water, fog, snow, sand and dust allowing for top performance in extreme field conditions. Its ergonomic design allows for easy operation even while wearing gloves. The Pentax-original DR (Dust Removal) mechanism shakes off dust using high-speed vibrations, preventing any dust spots from appearing on captured images. |
Vari-Angle LCD Monitor - 3"Freely adjust the angle of the LCD for wide variety of articulation. Expand the possibilities of the Live View shooting by capturing from high angles, or getting down low to approach the subject from the "dog's eye view". The electronic level can also be displayed on the monitor, giving you an objective viewpoint when checking shot composition. |
Wireless LAN connection to suport smartphone operationThe K-70 provides a host of wireless LAN (Wi-FI) functions to support operations using smartphones and tablets. By installing the dedicated Image Sync application, the user can remotely check the Live View image, capture still images and adjust such camera settings as aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity to the desired level through the mobile device. It is even possible to download captured images on the moble device and upload them to your social networking websites. |
Ergonomic Controls
The buttons on the four-way controller are contoured for easy access even with gloved hands. The mode dials height has been optimized for ease of rotation. The PENTAX K-70 has been designed with meticulous attention to every detail to provide optimum comfort.
LCD - Outdoor View Setting
For comfortable use in any outdoor lighting situation, brightness of the K-70’s LCD monitor can be adjusted easily, depending on environment and live view needs.
In bright sunlight you can increase the brightness to help review sharpness and composition, while in dim lighting situations such as concert and event photography your can decrease the brightness to reduce the eye strain from bright lights.
LCD - Night Vision Setting
This Night Vision Red-Light display function is extremely useful for Nightscape and Astro-photographers, as it prevents the pupils dilating in dark locations, thus not effecting your night vision.
Navigation of the full camera menu and all its functions are accessible in Night Vision Red Light display, making the K-70 a fantastic option for night shooters and amateur Astro-photographers.
This monitor is designed to assure optimum visibility in a wide range of photographic conditions and applications.
K-70 & O-GPS2
By combining the PENTAX K-70's built-in Shake Reduction System with the optional O-GPS2, the GPS module, Electronic Compass and the cameras Shake Reduction mechanism combine to simplify astronomical photography of celestial bodies, without the requirement of an equatorial mount. Based on the latitude data obtained from GPS satellites and other affecting factors (the camera's direction and horizontal/vertical tilt) obtained by its various sensors, the O-GPS2 calculates the movement of celestial bodies, then synchronizes the movement of its image sensor with that of celestial bodies with great precision. Since it captures stars without a streaking effect even during extended exposures, you can record faint stars, which are difficult to detect with the naked eye.
Ergonomic Controls
LCD - Outdoor View Setting
LCD - Night Vsion Setting
K-70 & O-GPS2
K70 Kit with 18-55MM Lens | K70 Kit 18-135mm Lens | K-70 Body Only | |
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Body only (Color) | Black Only (B0719JBW9J) | Black (B01GHVIQL0) and Silver (B01GHVITB2) | Black (B01GHVIU70) and Silver (B01GHVIUNE) |
Body and Lens | YES - DAL 18-55mm WR Lens | YES - DA 18-135WR Lens | Body Only |
MegaPixels/Format | 24MP APS-C | 24MP APS-C | 24MP APS-C |
ISO | 100 ~ 102400 | 100 ~ 102400 | 100 ~ 102400 |
In-Camera Shake Reduction/Pixel Shift Resolution | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
LCD Size | 3" | 3" | 3" |
Movable LCD | Vari-Angle | Vari-Angle | Vari-Angle |
Drive Fps | 6 Fps | 6 Fps | 6 Fps |
Weather Resistant (-10 ~ 40) | Yes - Both Body and Lens | Yes - Both Body and Lens | Yes |
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Product information
Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection |
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Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 24 MP |
Frame Rate | 60 fps |
White balance settings | Auto, Daylight, Color Temperature, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy, Shade |
Self Timer Duration | 2 seconds, 12 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
Image Stabilization | Dynamic |
Flash Modes Description | Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-Eye Reduction, Manual, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/180 Second |
Supported Image Format | DNG, JPEG, Raw |
Video Capture Format | HD |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Input Format | NTSC/PAL |
Video Standard | XAVC |
Color Depth | 14 Bits |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.95x |
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Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
Model Name | Pentax K-70 |
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Brand | Pentax |
Model Number | K-70 18-55mm lens kit black |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #304,669 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #567 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B0719JBW9J |
Number of Items | 1 |
Color | Black |
Guide Number | 39.37' / 12 m at ISO 100 (28 mm Position) |
Included Components | Strap O-ST132, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI109, Battery Charger D-BC109,Software (CD-ROM) S-SW156, Eyecup FR, Hot shoe cover FK , Body Mount Cover, Digital Camera Utility 5 |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 85 Degrees Celsius |
Lower Temperature Rating | 14 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 85 Degrees Celsius |
Assembly Required | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 2.9 x 4.9 x 3.7 inches |
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Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
Warranty Type | Limited 2-Year Warranty |
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Lens Type | Wide Angle |
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Optical Zoom | 3 x |
Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
Minimum Aperture | 10 |
Zoom Type | vari-focal |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | dal18-55wr |
Compatible Mountings | Pentax KAF |
Focus Type | Automatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Single-Servo AF |
Maximum Focal Length | 55 |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 |
Photo Filter Thread Size | 52 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 102400 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority |
Metering Description | Center-Weighted Average, Spot |
Light Sensitivity | 100 to 204,800 in Auto Mode |
Shooting Modes | Bulb Mode,Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | Yes |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | 1 x D-LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.4 VDC, 1050 mAh |
Battery Weight | 52 Grams |
Battery Capacity | 1050 Milliamp Hours |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Audio Input | Microphone (3.5mm Stereo) |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 6 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
Flash Memory Type | SDXC |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 64 GB |
Special Feature | D-Rings, Handheld, Shoulder Strap, Trolley Sleeve |
Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Amateur |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Digital Recording Time | Up to 26 Minutes for Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | AV Port |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
GPS | No GPS |
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Product Description
An all-weather digital SLR Camera expands the boundaries of photo shooting, with new opportunities and discoveries in scenic photography The Pentax K-70 has a compact body for easy carry-along to any outdoor shooting. Its outstanding weather-resistant performance and enormous imaging power, combining true-to-life image Description and high-sensitivity shooting, make it extremely reliable, even in most demanding shooting conditions. Whether it is under bright, blue skies, on wild, overcast days, in the gentle rains, or under dark, starry skies, the Pentax K-70 captures the beauty of nature in an astonishingly beautiful image. The Pentax K-70 brings you new experiences, new excitement and new discoveries in beautiful scenery, while helping you to be more masterful in outdoor Photography.
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Customers like the quality, performance, and appearance of the digital camera. For example, they mention it's tough, built like a tank, and produces exceptional images at every ISO setting. They appreciate the value for money, saying it offers more quality and features for the money. That said, some say the appearance is gorgeous and the photos are excellent.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They say it is a tough and solid camera. Customers also mention that the pictures hold up well when zoomed in. They also appreciate the ability to add an external high-quality mic and the weather-sealed body. Overall, customers find the product to be a great piece of gear.
"...The K70 has no such issues. It is a very solid body that is well crafted, and feels substantial in the hands, not hollow feeling...." Read more
"...The camera allows you to set it to 24, 25, 20, 50i, and 60i for the frame rates...." Read more
"...The 30's built in mic is tinny. The ability to add an external, high quality mic makes the sound quality so much better, and easier than mixing in a..." Read more
"...to other DLSRs, and especially mirrorless cameras, but it is a tough camera that you don't have to keep covered up and protected on a hike...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it produces exceptional images at every ISO setting, taking vivid, sharp pictures that hold up well when zoomed in. They also say the photo performance is very good, and the live view is good. The camera provides a 95% view of what you are taking a picture of, and astro photography is elite. The video quality on the camera is standard 1080p, and when using the right settings looks great for. The filter helps with the extra sharpness and details, and customers mention the size, the large and clear EVF, AF, IS, and more external controls.
"...Its bright, clear, and provides a 95% view of what you are taking a picture of.....where other brands are a lower %.....making it unpredictable, of..." Read more
"...The video quality on the camera is standard 1080p, and when using the right settings looks great for any videography and film work...." Read more
"...to a phone app, but it works and I like the idea I can take a high quality picture to post right away to social media instead of just using just my..." Read more
"...mind boggling 100 - 102400, auto focus fine tuning, a pentaprism viewfinder with 100% coverage, and Wi-Fi...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the digital camera. They mention that it works well for macro, and produces excellent results with a high-speed SD card. The AF-S mode is very fast and accurate, and the camera falls to hand really well. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It has a fast shutter speed (1/6000 sec), and a fast burst rate at six frames per second while shooting in RAW format...." Read more
"...AF-S, my main mode, is very fast and accurate. I am not a good judge of AF-C and tracking because my action photography is limited...." Read more
"...It falls to hand really, really well. I'm very happy with it. n.b. I've really enjoyed my K-1 (now 10 years old with zero problems (shhhhh!)...." Read more
"...On top of that the pictures take over a minute to arrive at your phone or device.....IMO they need to improve upon this...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the digital camera. They say it's well worth the price, with great picture quality and features for the money. Some customers also mention that it makes lenses much cheaper. Overall, customers find the camera to be a good starter option that fits the bill without having to fork out a lot of money.
"...The price is a real winner here.Concerning Photography...." Read more
"...To start with, I find that the K-70 gives me the biggest bang for the buck of any DSLR. It's loaded!..." Read more
"...with a combination of IQ, construction quality, ergonomics, feature set and price that comes very close to my ideal camera...." Read more
"...this again - One small caveat - it is a bit heavy, but it's worth it for the quality.It falls to hand really, really well...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the digital camera. They say it's well designed and takes great daytime pictures. They also say the photos are gorgeous, incredibly lifelike, and vivid. Customers also mention that the camera has a wow factor with the colors and saturation that it renders.
"...good......it takes wonderful pictures, and really has a wow factor with the colors and saturation that it renders, as long as the camera is shooting..." Read more
"...will also allow you to create custom white balances and plug in the exact color temperature in Kelvins...." Read more
"...Picture quality. As good as ever, with even better color correctness...." Read more
"...In real life, it produces levels of detail, color accuracy, lower noise and expanded DR comparable to top of the line FF cameras when used with..." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They say it has better video capabilities, making it very easy to understand. They also say the camera is intuitive and not tiresome to work with. Customers also say that the operation is easy when everything works. They mention that the interface is logical and easy to operate without looking much when in manual.
"...uplifted, and simplified over previous bodies, making it very easy to understand...." Read more
"...Better video capabilities, usability...." Read more
"...It's a comfortable camera in hand and easy to operate right out of the box. It has the best ergonomics of any DSLR I have held...." Read more
"...The interface is logical and easy to use without looking much when in manual. The screen articulation is perfect and feels sturdy...." Read more
Customers find the camera sophisticated, with tons of features and options. They also appreciate the easy-to-read menu screens and the ability to do a wide range of things with the camera. Customers also say that the camera is easy to use for beginners yet fully customizable for an advanced user. They mention that the Pentax K 70 is very versatile and has some new features.
"...The pictures REALLY pop and have intense detail........doesnt matter what the subject is, the pictures always come out pleasant, and have excellent..." Read more
"...With the additional menu options of Clarity and Pixel Shifting, you have even more options to experiment with..." Read more
"...(it does a lot of things quickly and with no fuss) with a combination of IQ, construction quality, ergonomics, feature set and price that comes very..." Read more
"...It is amazing for astrophotography.4. There are a large selection of lenses available at a decent price.5. It is water resistant.6...." Read more
Customers like the water resistance of the digital camera. They say it's weather and dust sealed throughout, and can take the rain and other types of weather. Some mention that it'll survive all the water and humidity.
"...The camera is rated to be water resistant (not water proof)...." Read more
"...On top of all that it's weather and dust sealed, which is a must for me...." Read more
"...Camera also has very good weather sealing. Would I replace my D850 or D800 with this camera? No!..." Read more
"...5. It is water resistant.6. The 18-135 mm lens is a great all around lens and it is water resistant as well.7...." Read more
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Now the Bad.
Not all bad news, but there are things that must be pointed out that I didnt cover in the Pros, because they deserve to be in the Cons section.
Movie mode. MEH, is the best description of movie mode. Its there, and it has video autofocusing, but the movie mode is not very well hashed out.
When moving the camera around, the movie becomes jittery, and wobbles.........but when you stop it goes back into focus.......but in all honesty, people do not buy Pentax for Video mode. It is something that has plagued Pentax from the very first camera body that made use of video....they are woefully behind, but it doesnt really bother me...... I buy Pentax for its still imaging prowess......if you want a video camera, buy a video camera!
Next is WiFI Yes, it has Wifi, however its a little difficult to pair with your device, and a little hard to get it to work properly. On top of that the pictures take over a minute to arrive at your phone or device.....IMO they need to improve upon this. Its great in a pinch, when you want to send it to your phone, but it is in no way as seamless as it couldve been........You can use your phone to control almost all of the features, which is definitely a nice feature, but is a little slow..........
The last thing, and I dont like to bring this up, because it does not hinder my photography ability whatsoever, but it could be a problem for people that rely on autofocus, that do not use manual settings. It only has 11 focus points. Is it fast? I think it is. I never EVER have an issue with it. It usually decides on the focus pretty darn fast, and decisively, which is great. Its just that other manufacturers cameras in this segment have 18-35 focus points. Not a con for me, but may be for others. I feel as though it does not have a lot of focus points, it still is really good with the 11 it has.
So in the end, would I recommend the K70? Absolutely 100% You simply cannot go wrong with owning this camera.......Its 24 MP sensor is crazy good......it takes wonderful pictures, and really has a wow factor with the colors and saturation that it renders, as long as the camera is shooting in RAW mode. (Which is 14 Bit BTW!) JPEGs are good, but the RAW pictures are incredibly detailed. If you have even a little photography skill, this camera will do wonders for you. I have owned over 10 Pentax cameras, and every one of them has been great for me over the years, except for the K50! I had a film era K1000 body, and even then, I thought it took more pleasing pictures than the Minoltas, and Canons that I have owned in the film era, and even after a 30 year journey of photography personally, Pentax still offers that value that stands out from the other brands.
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2017
Now the Bad.
Not all bad news, but there are things that must be pointed out that I didnt cover in the Pros, because they deserve to be in the Cons section.
Movie mode. MEH, is the best description of movie mode. Its there, and it has video autofocusing, but the movie mode is not very well hashed out.
When moving the camera around, the movie becomes jittery, and wobbles.........but when you stop it goes back into focus.......but in all honesty, people do not buy Pentax for Video mode. It is something that has plagued Pentax from the very first camera body that made use of video....they are woefully behind, but it doesnt really bother me...... I buy Pentax for its still imaging prowess......if you want a video camera, buy a video camera!
Next is WiFI Yes, it has Wifi, however its a little difficult to pair with your device, and a little hard to get it to work properly. On top of that the pictures take over a minute to arrive at your phone or device.....IMO they need to improve upon this. Its great in a pinch, when you want to send it to your phone, but it is in no way as seamless as it couldve been........You can use your phone to control almost all of the features, which is definitely a nice feature, but is a little slow..........
The last thing, and I dont like to bring this up, because it does not hinder my photography ability whatsoever, but it could be a problem for people that rely on autofocus, that do not use manual settings. It only has 11 focus points. Is it fast? I think it is. I never EVER have an issue with it. It usually decides on the focus pretty darn fast, and decisively, which is great. Its just that other manufacturers cameras in this segment have 18-35 focus points. Not a con for me, but may be for others. I feel as though it does not have a lot of focus points, it still is really good with the 11 it has.
So in the end, would I recommend the K70? Absolutely 100% You simply cannot go wrong with owning this camera.......Its 24 MP sensor is crazy good......it takes wonderful pictures, and really has a wow factor with the colors and saturation that it renders, as long as the camera is shooting in RAW mode. (Which is 14 Bit BTW!) JPEGs are good, but the RAW pictures are incredibly detailed. If you have even a little photography skill, this camera will do wonders for you. I have owned over 10 Pentax cameras, and every one of them has been great for me over the years, except for the K50! I had a film era K1000 body, and even then, I thought it took more pleasing pictures than the Minoltas, and Canons that I have owned in the film era, and even after a 30 year journey of photography personally, Pentax still offers that value that stands out from the other brands.
Concerning Photography.
Photographs are exceptional. The 24 megapixal quality is amazing and brings in a high dynamic range. When shooting in dark environments it really captures dark areas well. Burst photography is also very good. I have done time lapse photography on a couple occasions and the 4k videos are stunning. The in body shake reduction allows you to use slower shutter speeds than you would normally be able to use without a tripod. The ISO settings are most effective between 100-3200. After 3200 you will get a high noise level. The camera will go up to an ISO of about 16,400 I believe. After working with the camera a lot I would say the ISO is most effective at 400. The camera will also allow you to create custom white balances and plug in the exact color temperature in Kelvins. The pixel shift function also greatly enhances photographs. That function must be used on a tripod however.
Concerning Video
I was happy that most of setting optimization that pertains to photography also is allowed in the video section. Many of the cheaper DSLR cameras only allow auto functions for the video and I find that a great dis-service on those cameras. The camera allows you to set it to 24, 25, 20, 50i, and 60i for the frame rates. Keep in mind that if you are editing and using timecode that these translate translate to the electric interpretation for example, 24 frames per second is really 23.978 fps. One thing that does disappoint me is that when shooting video you have to really play with the settings when filming white walls. White walls tend to get noisy and sometimes you get a color fluctuation in out of focus areas. The best way to avoid this is to really expose the room with lights and adjust the f stop, shutter speed and ISO accordingly. When the ISO is set correctly dark spaces are captured quite nicely and without too much noise. Otherwise the video quality is great in the 1080p format class when compared to other cameras. One thing you should know is to turn off Shake Reduction when using the camera on a tripod. The camera sensor will move with head turning and people standing up our of chairs. Only use Shake Reduction when going hand held. The shake reduction works awesome when used hand held. Keep in mind most DSLR cameras (including this one) will only let you record for 30 minutes at a time, regardless of SD card size. So this is not a good choice if you are needing to do extended recording such as a basketball game or a ceremony.
Concerning Camera Software.
The software that comes with the camera is a little slow but it processes DNG images excellently. The Pentax K-70 allows you to shoot in DNG or their Proprietary format DNG+. The DNG+ is better and if you can handle working with the camera software it will produce slightly better images.
Trouble Shooting
The only issue I have had with the camera is on one occasion the camera began to save very slowly. If if I took a photo, it would take 10 seconds to save. Video was taking 5-10 minutes to save. I solved this issue by using a different SD card. The normal save times resumed.
Durability and Ergonomics.
This camera feels solid in your hand. It gives you a good grip as well. Despite being a compact camera it is definitely made for people with big hands (not a problem for me). Button feel is good. My last point and shoot camera (a FujiFilm HS-10) had very cheap buttons that always felt like they were gonna fall off. All of your important functions such as Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, PHOTO/VIDEO Mode, White Balance, ISO, Timed Photo, flash, and Auto Focus versus Manuel Focus are all given physical buttons rather than being buried in menus. The Shutter speed, Aperture, AF vs MF, and PHOTO versus Video are made to be dials or switches which is quite handy. The camera is rated to be water resistant (not water proof). I have not gone out of my way to test this but I have shot in rain and it performed fine. To be water resistant however you must use a water resistant lens. If you buy a lens that comes with the camera it will have an o ring around the lens mount that services this feature.
Cons
If you are looking for a camera that has good autofocus, then this is probably not a good choice for you. For photos the autofocus works pretty good. For Video it hardly adjusts. I bought this camera knowing this. If you don't trust your ability to manually focus then this is not the camera for you.
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2019
Concerning Photography.
Photographs are exceptional. The 24 megapixal quality is amazing and brings in a high dynamic range. When shooting in dark environments it really captures dark areas well. Burst photography is also very good. I have done time lapse photography on a couple occasions and the 4k videos are stunning. The in body shake reduction allows you to use slower shutter speeds than you would normally be able to use without a tripod. The ISO settings are most effective between 100-3200. After 3200 you will get a high noise level. The camera will go up to an ISO of about 16,400 I believe. After working with the camera a lot I would say the ISO is most effective at 400. The camera will also allow you to create custom white balances and plug in the exact color temperature in Kelvins. The pixel shift function also greatly enhances photographs. That function must be used on a tripod however.
Concerning Video
I was happy that most of setting optimization that pertains to photography also is allowed in the video section. Many of the cheaper DSLR cameras only allow auto functions for the video and I find that a great dis-service on those cameras. The camera allows you to set it to 24, 25, 20, 50i, and 60i for the frame rates. Keep in mind that if you are editing and using timecode that these translate translate to the electric interpretation for example, 24 frames per second is really 23.978 fps. One thing that does disappoint me is that when shooting video you have to really play with the settings when filming white walls. White walls tend to get noisy and sometimes you get a color fluctuation in out of focus areas. The best way to avoid this is to really expose the room with lights and adjust the f stop, shutter speed and ISO accordingly. When the ISO is set correctly dark spaces are captured quite nicely and without too much noise. Otherwise the video quality is great in the 1080p format class when compared to other cameras. One thing you should know is to turn off Shake Reduction when using the camera on a tripod. The camera sensor will move with head turning and people standing up our of chairs. Only use Shake Reduction when going hand held. The shake reduction works awesome when used hand held. Keep in mind most DSLR cameras (including this one) will only let you record for 30 minutes at a time, regardless of SD card size. So this is not a good choice if you are needing to do extended recording such as a basketball game or a ceremony.
Concerning Camera Software.
The software that comes with the camera is a little slow but it processes DNG images excellently. The Pentax K-70 allows you to shoot in DNG or their Proprietary format DNG+. The DNG+ is better and if you can handle working with the camera software it will produce slightly better images.
Trouble Shooting
The only issue I have had with the camera is on one occasion the camera began to save very slowly. If if I took a photo, it would take 10 seconds to save. Video was taking 5-10 minutes to save. I solved this issue by using a different SD card. The normal save times resumed.
Durability and Ergonomics.
This camera feels solid in your hand. It gives you a good grip as well. Despite being a compact camera it is definitely made for people with big hands (not a problem for me). Button feel is good. My last point and shoot camera (a FujiFilm HS-10) had very cheap buttons that always felt like they were gonna fall off. All of your important functions such as Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, PHOTO/VIDEO Mode, White Balance, ISO, Timed Photo, flash, and Auto Focus versus Manuel Focus are all given physical buttons rather than being buried in menus. The Shutter speed, Aperture, AF vs MF, and PHOTO versus Video are made to be dials or switches which is quite handy. The camera is rated to be water resistant (not water proof). I have not gone out of my way to test this but I have shot in rain and it performed fine. To be water resistant however you must use a water resistant lens. If you buy a lens that comes with the camera it will have an o ring around the lens mount that services this feature.
Cons
If you are looking for a camera that has good autofocus, then this is probably not a good choice for you. For photos the autofocus works pretty good. For Video it hardly adjusts. I bought this camera knowing this. If you don't trust your ability to manually focus then this is not the camera for you.
Top reviews from other countries
Très bonne caméra! évidemment les DSLR sont un peu moins faciles à utiliser mais trois ou quatre jours suffisent pour aller chercher les notions manquantes. Attention! les appareils photo numériques ont beaucoup changé en seulement dix ans, lisez bien votre manuel et n'ayez pas peur d'aller sur le Web pour trouver les compléments de formation qu'il vous faudra à coup sûr!
Bon, je ne vais pas m'attarder sur des choses qui ont déjà mentionnées par d'autres alors allons-y pour les points à mes yeux essentiels. Cette caméra est très solide, fiable, la mise au point automatique est très satisfaisante pour la photo ( pas testée pour la vidéo ) et à l'heure actuelle c'est, de l'avis de tous les experts, le meilleur rapport qualité/prix sur le marché.
Je recommande chaudement.
Reviewed in Canada on February 10, 2022
Très bonne caméra! évidemment les DSLR sont un peu moins faciles à utiliser mais trois ou quatre jours suffisent pour aller chercher les notions manquantes. Attention! les appareils photo numériques ont beaucoup changé en seulement dix ans, lisez bien votre manuel et n'ayez pas peur d'aller sur le Web pour trouver les compléments de formation qu'il vous faudra à coup sûr!
Bon, je ne vais pas m'attarder sur des choses qui ont déjà mentionnées par d'autres alors allons-y pour les points à mes yeux essentiels. Cette caméra est très solide, fiable, la mise au point automatique est très satisfaisante pour la photo ( pas testée pour la vidéo ) et à l'heure actuelle c'est, de l'avis de tous les experts, le meilleur rapport qualité/prix sur le marché.
Je recommande chaudement.