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Pentax K-3 Mark III Flagship APS-C Black Camera Body - 12fps, Touch Screen LCD, Weather Resistant Magnesium Alloy Body with in-Body 5-Axis Shake Reduction. 1.05x Optical viewfinder with 100% FOV

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Features

  • Based on core principles of passion for photography, The All New Flagship APS-C model K-3 III continues a heritage of craftsmanship combined with todays new technologies.
  • The newly designed optical veiwfinder provides a 100% field of view and 1.05x image magnification. The veiwfinder offers a wide viewing angle comparable to full frame cameras with increased image brightness due to the improved reflectance of the pentaprism.
  • Top ISO sensitivity of 1.6 million provides image capture in low light situations and achieves excellent descriptive power in the entire sensitivity range. Multi-dimensional image space filtering reduces noise while leaving fine contours. It maximizes the resolution performance and reproduces the texture and details of the subject.
  • PENTAX SHAKE REDUCTION MECHANISM - Equipped with the PENTAX SR II, the K-3 Mark III provides up-to 5.5-Shutter-Step image stabilization on 5-Axis' for blur-free images when using telephoto lenses or challenging low-light. The Pentax Shake Ruduction Mechanism is comptible with every Pentax lens ever manufactured and is also used for other photo applications such as [ Pixel Shift Resolution, AstroTracer, HDR, Image Composistion, AA-Filter Simulator ]
  • PENTAX RENOWED CONSTRUCTION - To start the entire chassis of the K-3 Mark III is built with High-Strengh, Lightweight Magnesium Alloy. 95 Seals are then applied to the body to prevent the intrusion of dust and watter. The End Result: A rugged, durrable, dependable camera which can be used in the harshest environments.
  • The newly developed mirror, shutter drive mechanisim and images procesing engine produces 12 FPS image capture, perfect for fast action and movment.
  • Newly enhanced SAFOX13 Af sytem expands the AF points to 101, aloowing for an increased AF area, faster response and highly accureate subject capture.
  • Dual SD card slots allow for similtaneous capture as well as customized image placement. Slot 1 is compatible with UHS-II cards for high speed read/write and image copying.
  • The High reolution touch scren LCD allows for allows for faster engagment to the cameras menu system for image and operational customization. The touch LCD also provides imroved image review capbilites as well as swipe and pinch between and withing images.
  • [What's in the box] Strap O-ST162, ME finder cap, battery D-LI90P, USB power adapter, power plug, USB cable I-USB166, (the following are shipped attached to the camera) Eye cup FU, hot shoe cover FK, Synchro Socket 2P Cap, Body Mount Cap KII, Battery Grip Contact Cover; Mounting type: Bayonet

Description

[Viewfinder that enables you to become more immersed when taking a photo ] The viewfinder and the height of the screen are designed to prevent your nose from contacting the camera body so that you can look into it more naturally. Also equipped with an eye sensor, the image monitor turns off at the same time as looking through the viewfinder. This prevents the screen's illumination from affecting visibility during shooting, while allowing you to capture images more comfortably.

Compatible Mountings: Pentax K


Aspect Ratio: 32


Photo Sensor Technology: CMOS


Supported File Format: DNG, JPEG, Raw


Image Stabilization: Sensor-shift


Maximum Aperture: 3.5 Millimeters


Expanded ISO Minimum: 100


Metering Description: Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot


Brand: Pentax


Model Name: PENTAX K-3 Mark III


Touch Screen Type: LCD


Display Fixture Type: Fixed


Has Color Screen: Yes


Display Resolution Maximum: 1620000 Dots


Display Type: LCD


Dots Per Screen: 1040000


Screen Size: 3.2 Inches


Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9


Photo Filter Thread Size: 62 Millimeters


Zoom: Optical Zoom


Camera Lens: Pentax K-mount


Real Angle Of View: 39.8 Degrees


Lens Type: NO


Model Series: K-3


Series Number: 3


UPC: 027075302310


Are Batteries Included: Yes


Model Number: 01051


Remote Included: No


Brand: Pentax


Model Name: PENTAX K-3 Mark III


Built-In Media: Strap O-ST162, ME finder cap, battery D-LI90P, USB power adapter, power plug, USB cable I-USB166, (the following are shipped attached to the camera) Eye cup FU, hot shoe cover FK, Synchro Socket 2P Cap, Body Mount Cap KII, Battery Grip Contact Cover


Total USB 2.0 Ports: 1


Total USB Ports: 1


Video Output: Micro-HDMI


Connectivity Technology: Wi-Fi


Wireless Technology: Wi-FiBluetooth


Focus Mode: Manual Focus (MF), Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Single-Servo AF (AF-S)


Autofocus: Yes


Phase Detection Sensor Points: 25


Autofocus Points: 101


Focus Type: Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)


Auto Focus Technology: Contrast Detection


Focus Features: Autofocus


Maximum Image Size: 6E+3 Pixels


Total Still Resolution: 25 MP


Bit Depth: 14 Bit


Effective Still Resolution: 25 MP


JPEG Quality Level: Basic, Fine, Normal


Supported Image Format: DNG, JPEG, Raw


Aspect Ratio: 32


File Format: DNG, JPEG, Raw


Flash Memory Speed Class: U3


Flash Memory UHS Speed Class: U3


Flash Memory Video Speed Class: 30


Flash Memory Bus Interface Type: UHS-II, UHS-I


Recording Capacity: 25 minutes


Media Speed: UHS-II or faster


Flash Memory Type: Slot 1 SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Slot 2 SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)


Memory Slots Available: 2


Image Capture Type: Stills & Video


Movie Mode: Yes


Night vision: No


Digital-Still: Yes


Shooting Modes: Bulb Mode, Time Mode,Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority


Self Timer: 2 seconds, 12 seconds


White Balance Settings: Auto, Daylight, Color Temperature, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Cloudy, Shade


Crop Mode: fixed


Exposure Control: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority


Metering Methods: Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Multi-Zone, Spot


Mount Type: Tripod


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 2.9"D x 5.3"W x 4.1"H


Viewfinder Coverage Percentage: 1


Eye Relief: 20.5 Millimeters


MicrophoneTechnology: Stereo


Minimum Aperture: 1.8 Millimeters


Shutter Type: Electronic


Crop Factor: 1.5 X


Mounting Thread Type: 1/4-20


Long Exposure Shutter Mode: Bulb


Viewfinder Display Size: 3.2 Inches


Audio Recording: No


Is Electric: Yes


Processor Count: 1


Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)


Enclosure Material: Magnesium Alloy


Has Image Stabilization: Yes


Analog Video Format: NTSC


Viewfinder Resolution: 1050000 Dots


Lens Mount: Pentax K


Shutter Speed Description: Mechanical Shutter1/8000 to 30 Seconds Up to 20 Minutes in Bulb Mode


Compatible Devices: Pentax K-mount lenses


Continuous Shooting: 12 fps


Aperture modes: F3.5–F5.6


Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 1.05x


Audio Input: Microphone


Flash Sync Speed: 1/200 Second


Video Capture Format: MPEG-4


Expanded ISO Maximum: 101


Battery Weight: 2.99 Ounces


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