Отзывы о Фотоаппарат Pentax K-1 Mark II Kit

Great starter DSLR with excellent features. I previously had a Pentax ME SLR and can use the lenses on the DSLR.

This is definitely the best APS-C DSLR on the market. It has a sensor capable of resolving detail that competes with full frame models, and even the D800 struggles to beat its 3600lph resolving power.

IMAGE QUALITY
The Pentax K-3 delivers stellar image quality at high-ISOs, as well as class-leading resolution at low ISOs, however the lack of an ISO 50/80 option is surprising. Usable images can be produced from the RAW files at up to ISO 12,800. The K-3 excels in RAW shooting and in JPEG mode it is a waste of potential. The RAW files are DNG, which makes it a breeze to edit files as DNGs are compatible with all adobe products, meaning you won't have to upgrade if you're using CS2/3/4/5 or LR2/3/4.

Auto White Balance and metering are improved over the K5ii, although the meter on my camera tends to overexpose by .7 stops. AWB is now better at shooting in indoor environments, and produces photos without color casts even indoors under mixed lighting (halogen, incandescent, and flourescent)

HANDLING
This camera is one of the best handling DSLRs, full-frame or not, available today. The grip is larger than the K5ii's grip, and the front dial is located perfectly, along with the groove in the front grip. The shutter button is precise. On the back of the camera, the control scheme is changed from the K-5 series and now features a stills/video selector as well as a record button, which is cleverly used as a live-view switch when you are in stills mode. The exposure comp and iso buttons are intuitively located, but the metering dial is sorely missed, as the new metering button is awkward to press when the camera is to your face. The mode dial lock switch is a gimmick, and Pentax should have kept the metering dial there.

The camera is built extremely well. All of the ports have thick rubber weather sealing and the camera feels heavy and rugged in the hand. This is to be expected, as it is constructed from magnesium alloy.

PRICE & Conclusion
The K-3 comes in at

Pros: I can take photos when it’s snowing, or by the sea where there’s spray without worrying that the K-30 will be damaged. I bought WR lenses before my daughters got married - so I could take photos in the rain [I was lucky, both days were sunny!]
Like any DSLR [and most Compact System cameras] it has MUCH better picture quality that a smart-phone or compact camera, even indoors - I prefer not to use flash and the ISO can go to 3,200 without the photos looking poor. It’s really good in low light! When I do use flash, I adjust it to be slightly-lower-power [Easy to do via flash-exposure-compensation] because I don’t like the “Rabbit in headlights” look of flash-photos.
It’s also a lot faster-to-focus-and-take-a-photo than phones & Compacts - great for photos of the grandchildren, seeing an expression and capturing it. Similarly you can capture seabirds-in-flight or hawks hovering etc [55-300mm lens used for those]
I bought the adapter so I can use AA batteries, I have 2 sets of spares [that’s 8 x AA batteries for torches in power-cuts!]
I record Raw files in the “DNG” format, which is not camera-brand-specific [that’s good!]
Cons: Like all DSLR, the makers have added more-and-more “features”, first-time-users might get the idea that it’s a really complicated camera - it is! All DSLR are! “Auto” settings work, but you should get even-better-quality-results by altering some settings yourself.
If you want an Expert review, I’d recommend the “Amateur Photographer” website, or for the most detailed “dpreview” has 22 pages just on the K-30!
In my opinion, the K-30 is a very good camera for what I want to do and is low-priced for a weather-proof DSLR. (watch the Amazon prices as they do tend to go up and down a lot)

Bought this camera (from other retailer, not amazon) after weeks long internet research. All the features of this camera are awesome except video. It has the largest ISO range, a fast auto-focus which doesn't disappoint, decent menu options and biggest advantage is the Weather Resistant body and lenses. I used them on cold mornings, in rain, on beach and in sand and it is still alive. Weather resistant is not just phony. BTW, don't dip it in water, it is not water proof ;). It can handle mild rain, moisture on beach, snowy areas but not underwater without waterproof case.

Now about video - It get severe beating especially if there are sound effects in the video (Like the volcano show at Mirage in Las Vegas).

In case if you want to see the results of this camera, here is my flikr page - https://www.flickr.com/photos/46109351@N02/sets.

Bought this as a gift to my dad. It is as durable as it looks and has all the features you need for a good quality dslr. The menus are easy to use and the shake filter works a charm. You will need to buy appropriate lenses to use it for different situations, but the lense supplied is ideal for general use. Buying a lense with a little more zoom can be helpful. I believe the durability makes it a great entry level camera and can be tweaked for more professional use.

I bought my last SLR way back in 1977 with my first week's wages as a fitters mate in a paper mill the summer before I went up to University so I can't really give a valid comparison with anything else currently on the market, but because I learnt to take (and develop) photographs back in the old days I have a reasonable grasp of the theory of optics and photography, I also used to work in I.T. so I sit towards to the guru end of the computer nerd scale. Firstly, this camera is very RED, in fact so RED that when I get it out to take photographs (or just brag) my audience is universally taken aback! Now that is out of the way I'm going to summarise my experience of the camera in as few words as possible; Pentax have pulled off a very difficult achievement in that they have created a product which is very easy to use from the outset and yet has many layers of sophistication which wait to be discovered as you be come more skilled, I have only had the camera a few days but I'm almost stunned by the quality of the images I've captured! Secondly, the build quality of this device is first class, I chose this model especially because of it's claimed ruggedness, whilst I doubt it would survive being hurled into a lake I'm sure it would easily shrug off having coffee, tea, beer or even cider accidentally poured over it or being left out in the rain. Thirdly, this camera is not one I would recommend for the weak of arm, again I can't compare it to other modern SLRs but it is a bit of a handful albeit a well designed and very ergonomic handful, a good case is essential as I think it is quite heavy. Finally, I can't really comment on the spec, except that say there is a lot of it, but the only camera magazine I read before my purchase gave this beast a gold award. To sum up my review, I'm dead chuffed with my purchase and I've discovered the fun of photography again, yippee! So a big thumbs up! TIP: I use GIMP for my photo-editing, it's brilliant software and it's FREEEEEEE.

PS: I haven't really tried the video function yet other than to test it works (well), but another reviewer noted the sound capture was weak, I can't comment really other than to say I bought this camera to take photographs not make movies.

First class camera. I love it.
Which is more than I can say about the manual which came with it, it is in French only.

I've been using the Pentax K-5 Mk1 for the last year or so and that is one hell of a camera so wondered if upgrading to the MkII was worth it.

First off the body of the MkII is identical to the Mk1 with no cosmetic changes in both looks and layout, it is weatherproof just like the MK1 which is very welcome when shooting outdoors in the UK, it feels equal in build quality and has a stainless steel internal structure for extra ruggedness, like the Mk1.

The K5 MKII comes with a standard 18-55mm lens which is the norm, it is a decent starter though and lenses can be added at a later date, there are plenty around.

So what is different to the MK1, well the MKII is noticeably quicker in both focusing and shutter speeds, focusing is lightening fast and pin sharp with the standard lens. I have a Sigma 75-300mm tele/macro lens and focussing is a little slower with that.

The user interface is again very similar to the Mk1 but does have some differences in certain functions when in manual modes, auto made has not been altered in any way, why fix it if it ain't broke!

The photos this camera produces are stunning, colours are vibrant, images are pin sharp and that is in Auto, switch to manual modes and the sky is your limit, with user adjustable ISO from 80 to an amazing but very grainy 51200 ISO this camera will take picture in near darkness without flash ! if need be.

Pentax have retained the built in level function of this camera, I find this function extremely useful when taking landscape photos and when sitting the camera on a tripod, in fact I have it switched on all the time.

The viewfinder is bright and clear with all the right information within it, ISO, F Stop, shutter speeds ETC, the level is also displayed within the viewfinder.

This DSLR will also take full HD movies, but this eats memory cards like a hungry hippo!! You will require an SDHC card for this camera and would recommend upwards of 16gb if you want to use this camera in RAW or high quality JPEG formats.

Is there any difference between the photos from the Mk1 and MkII, yes but very little. The Mk1 photo's seems a little softer but this is very slight and maybe the way I have the Mk1 setup, I am yet to get deep into the set-up of Mk2 but having seen the photos produced I don't have a reason to, yet.

In the box....
K-5II Body
Pentax 18-55mm DA lens
Battery
Battery charger
Strap
USB lead
Audio/video lead.
Concise instruction manual.
Software

As a budget DSLR Pentax have yet again come up with a winner in the K-5II, I would recommend this DSLR to anyone starting off in the world of photography, menus are easy to use and the Auto(Green)mode is faultless if you want point and shoot, manual modes are again easy to adjust and understand, the K-5 MkII also comes with a very good instruction manual, which will guide you through set-up and advanced features.

So my thoughts on the upgrade, the K5 Mk1 is an excellent DSLR which takes great photos, the MkII has raised that bar a little it is faster to use and produces yet again stunning photos, so YES it is worth upgrading.

As with all things, the last 5 percent of the performance envelope will always cost you a fortune. This body gets you to the 90th percentile for dirt cheap. I recently purchased it to revive some of my old Film SLR lenses and to be able to take a decent picture again. (CELL PHONE CAMERAS GAH) This body has been a wonderful re-introduction to the hobby of photography. And it reminds me how prudent the Pentax brand is and has always been.

It is 45years since I last used SLR cameras and what a shock. The Pentax K-50 is well built and works like a dream. You can use it as a beginner and improve in time.Play around with it as much as you want its a fun camera. Enjoy it. Bought through Amazon UK.

My use of Pentax cameras goes back more years than I care to count, starting with a secondhand SP1000 from a local junk shop! More recently I've had a K10D, a Samsung (Pentax) GX20 and a delightful little K-500 only 4 months ago.

In spite of loving the K-500 I was tempted to go back top-of-the-range sooner than I expected when I saw Amazon Warehouses had a reduced price K-3 body. The box was damaged as advertised, but the camera itself seems to be in perfect condition, none of the mentioned scratches.

My first impression was that after being used to the 500, the 3 is definitely back to the house-brick build of the K10D. In both handling and performance the K-3 shouts both Pro and Top-of-the-Range at you and is most definitely a serious bit of kit.

Now I'll leave the techie bits to others, and I'm never interested in 'debates' between makes as I'm never going to be rich enough to change all my lenses, flashes etc. in one go.

Having set the camera's parameters similar to the K-500 my first model shoots have produced excellent results - the expected high resolution but with nice, smooth natural skin tones. (I'd set the colour to Natural then just boosted the contrast and saturation a shade, but still softer colours than Bright) But I love the way the camera handles, nice and solid but quietly positive with the focussing and mirror/shutter.

Other Likes? Well being able to insert 2 SD cards to have 2 copies of vital shoots secured is a good one. Going back to a preview switch on the shutter release is another, But whatever the niceties, and there seem plenty, this is quite simply a superb top-of-the-range camera.

This really is an utterly amazing camera. I recently bought the K30's bigger brother, the K5, and to be honest I can't really tell them apart. The only advantage the K5 has is it has more buttons, so you don't need to dive into menus so much to turn things on and off, and the K5 has a very useful secondary LCD screen. Apart from that, there's not really anything to tell them apart.

It's absolutely perfect for beginners to SLRs, it really is. When you're new to SLRs, they are bit intimidating with buttons and settings all over the place, and you don't really know what does what. For a first camera, you want to just have the basics. These basics are to the fore with the K30, so it's very easy to pick up and get into 'proper' photography without constantly messing things up by fiddling with half-understood settings. The problem with entry level cameras though, is after a while you know what you're trying to do. You wish your 'basic' camera had, for example, spot metering, or curtain flash, or something a bit more controlled. This is where the K30 really shines, because everything you could ever want or need from an SLR is there - it just buries the more advanced controls where they're not going to freak you out as you're learning. That's not so say it needs 15 button pushes to get to some obscure menu to use these features, they're very accessible - but they're not right to the fore where you might get bogged down with them. This is really the only difference here between the K30 and the K5 - the K5 has these advanced controls right in front of you, as it assumes a more advanced user, while the on the K30 they're 'one level down' so to speak. I haven't found anything yet that my K5 can do that this can't.

It's a plastic body, but don't let that put you off. I challenge anyone to be able to tell the difference between the metal body of the K5 and the plastic body of the K30 - I certainly can't tell the difference. The weather sealing is also a fantastic bonus, as you're not afraid to really USE it. It's an expensive bit of kit and it's nice you don't have to worry about a bit of rain, or sand, or whatever. It's a tough camera, and perfect for an 'expedition' camera where you know it's going to get knocked about. You're not afraid to put it into dodgy places where it might get splashed, and so you can concentrate on your shots.

I have absolutely no reserve about recommending this camera in the highest terms. Nikon and Canon may have the repututation for being 'pro', but this little Pentax is up there with cameras costing 4 times as much. An incredible camera, and deserves to be a future 'classic'.

Amazing camera...brought this to replace my istDL.. The features are perfect.. The WR feature is just what I need as I shoot wildlife and landscapes. Canon nor Nikon have nothing in this price range with these capabilities... Some say this is a entry level camera, but this is definitely a mid-high level camera.. Be warned not for the faint hearted. Camera (body only kit )comes with usb cable, 1 battery, Home charger, CD, strap, body cap and a manual (1/2" thick = a lot of night time reading) I have only taken a few images with this so far (still getting used to the settings) but the ones I have taken look amazing.....focus is pin sharp... Hardly any shutter lag... Controls are very responsive...the in camera editing is spot on and allows you to cut down on post editing.The only feature I will probably not going to use is the video camera... This is a Still Camera I brought it to take stills... If you want video.. Buy a video camera.. You will get better results by far... I feel camera companies should stick to one type of media on products like this.. But as I said before the camera its self is amazing and one of the best in its class and higher...

Very good entry level camera to the DSLR world ! very pleased with purchase and already purchasing new lens & accessories only slight negative is battery life which isn't the best but easily resolved with additional battery packs and D-BH109 AA adapter comes highly recommended.

Easy to use, small body, much smaller than other DSLR Cameras, thank safe some space in rucksack:) You don't need to worry about batteries, You can use AA Batteries what are available in most shops in all the World, with adapter of course:)
No problems when is cold like -20C. I used it on Siberia in West Russia on Winter time and everything worked fine and works fine till today:)
Good Stuff. I reccomend

This is an excellent camera. I already own a Pentax KX, but wanted a waterproof one, like the Pentax K50 which also has lots of additional features like a bigger screen, full HD capability, choice of two power sources, etc... Of course, since I am in my eighties, I am still busy going with a fine comb through the Manual, which I downloaded and printed out a larger format. I am enjoying the challenge with so many features.

I just finished 2 years of shooting all over the world with my Canon EOS 60D. That camera was the best DSLR that I had handled in a long time, and bested Nikons 5200 by a long shot in my opinion. I now shoot wildlife and outdoor sporting photography and needed something that could stand up to the elements and provide high quality photos. This Pentax K30 and K50 series of cameras fit this bill perfectly, and after much consideration I went with the K50. I also purchased another WR lens in 200mm to accompany this one. The K50 body and both lenses have proven to exceed my expectations of a camera and lens system in this price range. These products easily compete with Canons and Nikons that sell for twice the cost. All specs aside, the focusing is fast and precise, the options are very extensive but lack in some areas compared to other makes, and the end result has pleased me over and over again without fail. If you need a camera to take on a rafting trip, rainy day, or want something that can hold up to dust storms in Iraq/Afghanistan, this is the clear choice for you. As a military contractor and avid amateur photographer, this camera suits my needs perfectly, and produces images at equal quality to my EOS 60D which cost me $1200. I paid $450 for this kit because the seller sold me a returned product and Amazon provided me with a 20% refund due to that. My point and shoot cost more than that, so I am beyond happy with this purchase and look forward to years of shooting with this very competitively priced and engineered marvel of a DSLR.

I loved this product! Just ordered the same kit for my 49mm lens. The folding storage pouch is especially nice; inside pockets are handy for storing memory chips as well. It slips easily into the front pocket of my gear bag, and provides enough padding to protect the lenses.

The camera takes great pictures, and is easy to use. I replaced my ist *DS with this when it gave me trouble after tenish years. I am no pro, but use three different lenses, Pentax 28-55 (from ist *DS), Sigma 55-200 (from ist *DS), and Opteka 420-800 (new), and the quality is great. The focus speed and high rate picture taking capability are great. I am really happy with the camera, and other than having to figure out a new camera, I have no complaints.

So far so good! Really excited to use this camera on our upcoming move to Alaska. I got this one because of the internal shake reduction, the weather resistant body, the durability, as well as the price point. Im still a novice so right off the bat the display was very easy to figure out. The camera is easy to change settings and customize a setting. The priority settings are really easy to use and fun to play with. I cant wait to learn more about it and have fun!

I love this camera. I had an older Pentax SLR and wanted to be able to use my older lens, which are still good quality, with this new camera. I was a little nervous getting a new camera, as I loved the picture quality of my older one, but the sensory lens had become dirty and I was tired of the spots and smudges on my photos (and I had tried having the sensory lens cleaned). I'm going from 6MP to 16MP and this canera is weather proof, which I obviously need. The quality of the pictures still impresses me. Beautiful. Pentax provides an affordable wonderful camera that is overlooked by many. I am very happy with this purchase.

Biggest issue so far is that the camera had a problem in the electronics. The camera required service. The camera otherwise is a joy to use. The repair facility Pentax / Ricoh uses in the USA is very bad at customer communication. The repair appears to have been successful but it wasn't the best experience , it took longer than anticipated and there was zero feedback until the very end of the process. The facility did not acknowledge receipt of the camera until I spent over an hour on the phone after three attempts by email to track this down failed. Overall the camera has been worth it but the level of service for repairs is very bad at the moment. The 3rd party repair facility used recently changed so the situation may be an aberration - however the company awarded this contract had a poor reputation for customer service prior to this so it doesn't appear that this is a glitch that will be addressed soon.

After much reading of reviews, I was torn between the K50 and the Nikon 5200. I went into my local Photo shop and handled both, The K50 won hands down, it just felt right, the viewfinder was much superior and it had weather-proofing, The build quality is excellent and the kit lens is also very good. Delving into the menu (by pressing 'info') gives you access to a myriad of controls so that you can compensate for any difficult scenes.
The two control wheels are also excellent enabling you to change both shutter and aperture in 'P' as well as ISO mode etc and almost all information is shown in the viewfinder as well as the monitor.
The image quality is very good with lots of detail in both the dark areas and light areas, even better when shooting RAW, which is saved as a DNG file.
The only slight niggle is the lack of an articulated LCD, but the viewfinder is so good that I use it most of the time. This all adds up to the best DSLR available for under

I like the feel of the camera better than the cannon T2I. I have used the camera for a month, there are a ton of things that I don't know about the camera yet. I bought the K50 for about $360.00 body only because I already own 2 lenses no A/F only M/F. The camera still tells when I'm in focus.