Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm

MPN: 15540  |  EAN: 0027075274303  |  Model: K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm

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Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm - 15540 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Events Photography
Very Good
Film Making
Very Good
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
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

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 27  "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

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-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm 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 23.5 x 15.6 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 23.5 x 15.6 mm mm which works very well for your needs. 

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

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

Photo Scenarios

There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm is a really good choice. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm.

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 23.5 x 15.6 mm(mm) sensor size, the Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm, 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.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 23.5 x 15.6 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

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm fits the bill.

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Technical Specifications

Pentax K-3 + SMC PENTAX-DA 18-135mm - 15540 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type DSLR
Material Magnesium, Stainless steel
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.5-5.6
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, RAW
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Guide Number 13 m
Flash Modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Manual, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Shoe Mounting Point Yes
Shoe Mounting Point Type Hot
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 27
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 100, 51200, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 51200
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Correction ± 5EV (1/3EV step)
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
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
Resolution At Capture Speed 1280x720@25fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 16:9
Video Formats Supported AVC, AVI, H.264, MOV, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Built-in Microphone Yes
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Lens System
Focal Length Range (f-f) 18 - 135 mm
Lens Mount Interface Pentax KA, Pentax KAF, Pentax KAF2, Pentax KAF3
Minimum Aperture Number 3.5
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 28 mm
Mounting Type Bayonet
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards Eye-Fi, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Aspect Ratio 3:2
Display Diagonal 3.2 "
Display Resolution (numeric) 1037000 pixels
Field Of View 100 %
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) 2.5m to + 1.5m-1
Diopter Correction Yes
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Magnification 0.95 x
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Megapixel 23.35 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 24.71 MP
Other Features
GPS (satellite) Yes
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
DC-in Jack Yes
HDMI Connector Type D
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
Interface USB3.0 (micro B)
USB Connector Micro-USB B
USB Version 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1)
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 720 shots
Battery Life (max) 6 h
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type D-LI90
Number Of Batteries Supported 2
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Batteries Included Yes
Battery Charger Included Yes
Bundled Software S-SW140
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 77.5 mm
Height 100 mm
Weight 715 g
Weight (including Battery) 800 g
Width 131.5 mm
System Requirements
Mac Operating Systems Supported Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Windows Operating Systems Supported Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Window
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 6016 x 4000 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 6016 x 4000, 4608 x 3072, 3072 x 2048, 1920 x 1280
Memory
Memory Slots 2
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 5 - 92 %