Selecting a DSLR for your next camera opens you up to the Pentax universe of lenses and other accessories designed specifically to work with your K-70.
Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Pentax device works!
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-70 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-70 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!
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Pentax provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.
The Pentax K-70, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities.
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-70 is a great companion to have.
High definition entertainment - While shooting a variety of scenes for your next release, this camera has you covered due to the (23.5 x 15.6 mm mm image sensor it houses.
Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer
The Pentax K-70 has a sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm (mm) which is crucial for capturing as much light information as possible when taking photographs of the cosmos. The ability to shoot and store images as RAW files and not just JPEG is important for this kind of photography. This model delivers on that!
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the K-70 is an easy recommendation for this.
While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.
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-70, 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.
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-70 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.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Pentax is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
The outdoors can get quite sandy depending on the environment you'll be taking pictures in. Which is why a camera like this is what you'll need as its been fully certified as dust-proof.
Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the K-70 showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Dustproof | Yes |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.5-5.6 |
Image Formats Supported | DCF, DNG, JPEG, RAW |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 11 |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
Face Detection | Yes |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 102400 |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Video | |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Live stream capable | 1 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MOV, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Audio | |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Microphone In | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
Lens System | |
Interchangeable Lens Present | 1 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 207 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 3.5 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 27.5 mm |
Display | |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Viewfinder | |
Diopter Correction | Yes |
Optical Viewfinder | Yes |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Other Features | |
Interval Recording | 1 |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
Networking | |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Weight | 688 g |