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This K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens DSLR offers a larger and more refined set of options for capturing those beautiful moments exactly the way you want to, compared to simpler counterparts like the compacts.
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Pentax K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens camera would suit you adequately.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens 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.
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-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Pentax device is a very good option!
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If you're particular about getting the precise white balance or depth of field in a video you're recording, then you won't be looking to settle for anything ordinary. By purchasing the Pentax K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens, you will acquire a device that comes with an exhaustive set of options that you can tweak to your heart's content.
For those special occasions, this Pentax camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.
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-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens 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.
Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer
As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Pentax K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous.
Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Pentax K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.
The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.
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-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens is a breeze.
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
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.
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Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the K-50 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens fits the bill.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | DSLR |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG, RAW |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Playback Zoom (max) | 16 x |
Scene Modes | Candlelight, Close-up (macro), Museum, Night landscape, Night portrait, Pet, Portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery) |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 12 s |
Shooting Modes | Aperture priority, Lens priority, Manual, Sensitivity priority, Shutter priority |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Cool White, Daylight, Daylight Color, Daylight White, Flash, Kelvin, Manual, Shade, Tungsten, Warm White |
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 | High-speed synchronization, Red-eye reduction, Second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization |
Flash Sync-speed | 0.005 s |
Shoe Mounting Point | Yes |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Lock | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 11 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Continuous Auto Focus, Single 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, 12500, 12800, 16000, 20000, 25600, 51200, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 51200 |
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, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern) |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 30 - 1/6000 s |
Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
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 |
Resolution At Capture Speed | 640x480@25fps, 640x480@30fps, 1280x720@24fps, 1280x720@25fps, 1280x720@30fps, 1280x720@60fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Noise Reduction | Yes |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Voice Recording | Yes |
Lens System | |
Filter Size | 52 mm |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 27 - 82.5 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 18 - 55 mm |
Lens Mount Interface | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 11/8 |
Lens Type | Standard zoom |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 82.5 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 38 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 27 mm |
Mounting Type | Bayonet |
Number Of Diaphragm Blades | 1 |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | Eye-Fi, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Maximum Memory Card Size | 2 GB |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | TFT |
Display Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
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 | Crop, 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 | SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE |
Cables Included | USB |
Hand Strap | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 70 mm |
Height | 96.5 mm |
Weight | 590 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 675 g |
Width | 129 mm |
System Requirements | |
Mac Operating Systems Supported | 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 |
Windows Operating Systems Supported | Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, 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 Ult |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4928 x 3264 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 4928x3264, 4224x2816, 3456x2304 |
Memory | |
Memory Slots | 1 |