Hands-On K-30 Field Test Video

Welfl · 07-20-2012, 11:02 AM

Originally posted by TCSJordan

The mirror sound was untouched, it is pretty quiet.

Thanks. That's great to know!

P.S. I wasn't implying that the audio of the mirror noise was "touched." I just meant that most noises sound different in different environments.

TCSJordan · 07-20-2012, 11:06 AM

Originally posted by JinDesu

Wait what? How do you control aperture with the DA*16-50? And why did you select the 16-50 to shoot with, out of curiousity?

You can use an adaptor with a mechanical aperture ring to use Pentax glass with any mirrorless camera, and maintain aperture control. Used a Novoflex K-NEX adaptor. I used the 16-50 F2.8 since I wanted to use Pentax glass for this video, and needed a decent wide angle since we were in such a small boat.

JinDesu · 07-20-2012, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by TCSJordan

You can use an adaptor with a mechanical aperture ring to use Pentax glass with any mirrorless camera, and maintain aperture control. Used a Novoflex K-NEX adaptor. I used the 16-50 F2.8 since I wanted to use Pentax glass for this video, and needed a decent wide angle since we were in such a small boat.

Interesting to know! Thanks for the info and the video

JenniferLeigh · 07-21-2012, 07:07 PM

Nice hands on review.

I purchased my k5 from TCS in November, but if I had to choose today it would be a hard call. While I really dig my K5, but I like the smaller body and AA battery option of the k-30.

mee · 07-21-2012, 09:37 PM

Very informative review in a comfortable style... I usually don't sit through lengthy reviews from start to finish.. but I did for this one.

TCSJordan · 07-22-2012, 08:51 AM

Originally posted by JenniferLeigh

Nice hands on review.

I purchased my k5 from TCS in November, but if I had to choose today it would be a hard call. While I really dig my K5, but I like the smaller body and AA battery option of the k-30.

Yeah, I'd have a hard time choosing now, especially with the pricing so close. I like the option for a battery grip on the K-5, but otherwise the K-30 is comparable and has better live view AF and video modes.

Thanks for watching!

Pentaxtic · 07-22-2012, 09:08 AM

I love The Camera Store reviews...funny, light hearted, practical and this one video explained the zone focusing which I did not know about.

calsan · 07-29-2012, 07:12 PM

This review tested the camera in a good scenario - I went kayaking with my K7 and 18-55wr around my neck this weekend and no-one could believe I wasn't worried about the soaking it was taking. Even in a stable kayak with a gentle river, it's impossible to stay dry.

How much do you think the AF performance that he rates so highly in the video is down to the lens rather than the camera body??? I definitely would have liked a bit more tele length on my lens... so I'm considering the 18-135....

Matjazz · 07-30-2012, 07:30 AM

The 18-135 focuses fast even on K20D

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07-20-2012, 11:02 AM	#16
Welfl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Nebraska Posts: 281	Originally posted by TCSJordan The mirror sound was untouched, it is pretty quiet. Thanks. That's great to know! P.S. I wasn't implying that the audio of the mirror noise was "touched." I just meant that most noises sound different in different environments.

07-20-2012, 11:06 AM	#17
TCSJordan Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 98 Original Poster	Originally posted by JinDesu Wait what? How do you control aperture with the DA*16-50? And why did you select the 16-50 to shoot with, out of curiousity? You can use an adaptor with a mechanical aperture ring to use Pentax glass with any mirrorless camera, and maintain aperture control. Used a Novoflex K-NEX adaptor. I used the 16-50 F2.8 since I wanted to use Pentax glass for this video, and needed a decent wide angle since we were in such a small boat.

07-20-2012, 11:07 AM	#18
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by TCSJordan You can use an adaptor with a mechanical aperture ring to use Pentax glass with any mirrorless camera, and maintain aperture control. Used a Novoflex K-NEX adaptor. I used the 16-50 F2.8 since I wanted to use Pentax glass for this video, and needed a decent wide angle since we were in such a small boat. Interesting to know! Thanks for the info and the video

07-21-2012, 07:07 PM	#19
JenniferLeigh Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Southern Alberta Posts: 281	Nice hands on review. I purchased my k5 from TCS in November, but if I had to choose today it would be a hard call. While I really dig my K5, but I like the smaller body and AA battery option of the k-30.

07-21-2012, 09:37 PM	#20
mee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7,403	Very informative review in a comfortable style... I usually don't sit through lengthy reviews from start to finish.. but I did for this one.

07-22-2012, 08:51 AM	#21
TCSJordan Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 98 Original Poster	Originally posted by JenniferLeigh Nice hands on review. I purchased my k5 from TCS in November, but if I had to choose today it would be a hard call. While I really dig my K5, but I like the smaller body and AA battery option of the k-30. Yeah, I'd have a hard time choosing now, especially with the pricing so close. I like the option for a battery grip on the K-5, but otherwise the K-30 is comparable and has better live view AF and video modes. Thanks for watching!

07-22-2012, 09:08 AM	#22
Pentaxtic Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Vancouver Photos: Gallery Posts: 417	I love The Camera Store reviews...funny, light hearted, practical and this one video explained the zone focusing which I did not know about.

07-29-2012, 07:12 PM	#23
calsan Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Perth, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,548	This review tested the camera in a good scenario - I went kayaking with my K7 and 18-55wr around my neck this weekend and no-one could believe I wasn't worried about the soaking it was taking. Even in a stable kayak with a gentle river, it's impossible to stay dry. How much do you think the AF performance that he rates so highly in the video is down to the lens rather than the camera body??? I definitely would have liked a bit more tele length on my lens... so I'm considering the 18-135....

07-30-2012, 07:30 AM	#24
Matjazz Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: EU/Slovenia Photos: Gallery Posts: 774	The 18-135 focuses fast even on K20D

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