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Pentax K-50 16MP Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD - Body Only (Black)

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  • 16 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor. A high performance 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor strikes the perfect balance between resolution and image quality.
  • ISO Speeds up to 51200. High sensitivity shooting up to 51200 ISO range improves noise performance throughout, even in low lighting.
  • Eye-Fi Card Compatibility with Eye-Fi wireless SD cards, the user can send images to a smartphone. Users can enable automatic transmission of images to a smartphone for sharing. Users can even select favorite images and resize before transmission.
  • Innovative In-body Shake Reduction (SR) Mechanism. The PENTAX in-body, sensor-shift Shake and Dust Reduction technology ensures sharp, image stabilized, auto-leveled, and dust-free imaging with any mounted lens.
  • Full 1080p h.264 HD video recording. Full 1080p HD video capture at 30 frames per second (60 FPS for 720p) features efficient h.264 compression, flexible exposure control, and HDR finishing options for stunning video quality.
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Forget conformity, and get serious with the PENTAX K-50, a mid-level DSLR with fast, advanced functionality, all wrapped up in bold colors. Featuring specifications of a top level DSLR, enjoy a 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, fast continuous shooting at six frames per second, high sensitivity shooting up to ISO 51200, 100% field of view, innovative in-body shake reduction, and an advanced auto focus module with four optional focusing screens, not to mention the PENTAX-original weather-sealing. Even with features this generous, the K-50 is also available in 3 brilliant color combinations that are sure to match your personality and style. The K-50's approachable, easy ergonomics is perfect for families and everyday photography, complete with a wide selection of creative tools and filters for limitless personalized expressions. Get ready to stand out from the crowd and wear your colors on your camera. Also enjoy full 1018p HD video capture, and eye-fi card compatibility for fast and easy image sharing. It's your camera, and your colors, with the PENTAX K-50.

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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461 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, image quality and value of the digital camera. They mention that its a very fine piece of equipment, intuitive, produces great images and that its good value for the price. They also appreciate the weather resistance, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on performance and light.

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141 customers mention138 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention it is a very fine piece of equipment, incredible, and weatherproof. The features and quality of this camera may make it the only camera they use. The build is awesome and the photos are pretty great for the price. The camera is impressive and is able to take high ISO with very low noise, and has a dynamic range of up to 1200. The included lens is actually really good and is easy to use. Overall, customers are happy with the camera's functionality and ease of use.

"...In "green" (Auto Picture) mode, it works well as a point and shoot for those just starting out but, the ease of use with this camera will..." Read more

"...…it’s not quite Photoshop or Lightroom, but it does a good job enhancing my shots – especially in the RAW mode.4...." Read more

"...Included lens: the Kit 18-55 is actually really good!..." Read more

"...That aside, the camera itself seems well built and sturdy, but it just doesn't feel substantial, take that how you will...." Read more

77 customers mention72 positive5 negative

Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that the menu is intuitive, with deep and simple settings. The autofocus is quick and the dials are comfortable. The camera is a great first time digital SLR and offers a lot of customization options. Overall, customers find the camera to be a fun and easy to operate.

"...well as a point and shoot for those just starting out but, the ease of use with this camera will have you rocking the aperture priority (Av) mode,..." Read more

"...1. Ease of Use I especially like the fact that there are both a front and back thumb-dials, and both LED live-view screen and a 100%-aspect..." Read more

"...Controls are well-placed and menus are simple and intuitive (unlike those of the Nex which are terrible)...." Read more

"...(rugged, reliable, straight-forward to use) are all still kicking in the K-50." Read more

69 customers mention66 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that the 16-megapixel resolution is plenty, and the pictures just turned out stunning with beautiful clarity and bokeh background. The image quality for the price is amazing, and this kit lens has very good optical quality. The live view is nice, and video is adequate. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...The camera takes exceptional photos and focuses quickly...." Read more

"...Either format produces some wonderful pictures. Many of the in-camera edit features (like HDR) are specifically used in the JPEG mode...." Read more

"...I also the image quality for the price is amazing! I will upload photos soon...." Read more

"...It simply isn't the camera for me. Image quality was good and the lcd display was bright and easy to read...." Read more

68 customers mention65 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the camera. They mention that it has a good value, is a lot of camera for the price, and has great features. Some say that it is the best quality for the money.

"...Overall, a very good camera with a lot of features for a good price...." Read more

"...Canon and Nikon are great, but this camera is unbeatable at this price point, particularly with its weather resistance and great photography features..." Read more

"...the body only, body with 18-55, or 18-135 kit lens, this camera is a good value that will not be out-dated for many enthusiasts and folks who are..." Read more

"...This camera is only about $300 which is a very good price for a weather sealed camera. Most weather sealed cameras cost over $2,000...." Read more

37 customers mention35 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the weather resistance of the digital camera. They mention that it is weatherproof with about 80 seals around, making it perfect for outdoor activities. The CMOS sensor camera is weather sealed, which is very helpful for the outdoors. The photo quality is great, and it held up fine under light rain and sea spray.

"...Has a weather-sealed body and kit lens, can be coupled with eye-fi for wireless photo transfer to a tablet or smartphone, Nikon and Canon do not..." Read more

"...The weather resistant fittings mean I don’t have to sweat it when taking it out in the rain or snow...." Read more

"...This feature helps a lot with macro work.Weather sealing is another great feature that you can't find on other DSLRs in this price range...." Read more

"...camera is unbeatable at this price point, particularly with its weather resistance and great photography features...." Read more

23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the digital camera. They mention that the white looks really sleek, has a super classy chassis, and is pleased with the richness of color that they are able to achieve in their photography. Customers are also impressed with the clarity and bokeh background, and that it looks as good as new.

"...anyone was wondering, my K-50 is still working fine and still looks as good as new!..." Read more

"...The standard lens that comes with the camera is a cut above --amazing bokeh effect even in autofocus mode...." Read more

"...and I have to say - the camera is aesthetically awesome - a nice matte finish gives it this finished industrial sturdy look but the white is classic..." Read more

"...The colors look good and the autofocus is fast. Day pics look fantastic, night pics get noisy but not unbearably noisy for a casual photographer...." Read more

40 customers mention25 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the camera. Some mention that it has a bright LCD, and quick performance, and memory writing. The focus is pin sharp and has little shutter lag. The ISO performance is amazing, and the menus are extensive and mostly intuitive. However, some customers say that the camera stopped working after two years of low usage, and had problems with the aperture motor failing to operate. The battery holder and the AA's won't work, and it wouldn't respond to anything.

"...This feature helps a lot with macro work.Weather sealing is another great feature that you can't find on other DSLRs in this price range...." Read more

"...If I lose the "battery holder" the AA's won't work! Who designs this stuff?..." Read more

"...You can quickly adjust your aperture, shutter speed, and ISO while staying in the camera's viewfinder...." Read more

"...AF locks on fast, I've not had it hunting even in low light interior use. Quick-shift focus gives greater composition control...." Read more

26 customers mention16 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the light of the camera. Some mention that they love the low light shooting on this camera, while others say that they are disappointed with the low-light issues. The LCD display is bright and easy to read, and the engine is accurate in good light conditions. However, some customers say that all the photos are completely dark, and that the pictures are coming out almost totally black.

"...I really like this mode because it allows me to control the amount of light coming into the sensor and the depth of field while letting the camera..." Read more

"...that the LCD screen began to deteriorate and I would get black images after taking shoots, which apparently is an aperture issue...." Read more

"...fact that there are both a front and back thumb-dials, and both LED live-view screen and a 100%-aspect viewfinder...." Read more

"...Image quality was good and the lcd display was bright and easy to read...." Read more

I couldn't have dreamed of a better beginner's DSLR.
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I couldn't have dreamed of a better beginner's DSLR.
TL;DR: Unless you earn your living taking photos, the incredible value of the K-50 and the Pentax system overall vastly outweighs the disadvantages compared to Canon and Nikon systems.I originally decided to buy a DSLR for honeymoon photos. I had always been happy enough with cell phone photos, but I figured a little extra effort and money were worth it for something as important as a honeymoon.Knowing full well that I wasn't and would likely never be a pro-level photographer, I researched entry level DSLRs and was originally going to go with Nikon until I saw a commenter on an article heckling the author for leaving Pentax out of a list of best entry level DSLRs.After researching Pentax and the K-50 I decided it was the best fit for my needs, and I think it's very likely a fit for yours too.If you're coming from a history of cellphone cameras and point-and-shoots like I did, you'll be floored by the quality and flexibility of the K-50. Even if you're already familiar with DSLR caliber photography, I think you'll find the K-50 holds its own admirably.Where the K-50 really shines is in its value. You won't find in-body image stabilization, weather sealing, dual control dials, or an intervalometer in another camera until you start paying a lot more. In-body image stabilization in particular will have a real impact on your day to day (or rather night to night) photos. Additional lenses you buy will be cheaper too since they won't have to have their own stabilization components. The weather sealing can make a big difference as well. I've shot in heavy rain and gotten the camera covered in rainwater without any trouble whatsoever. If you're uneasy about image quality not holding up to Canon or Nikon, consider that not only will practical quality differences be slight especially from a hobbyist perspective, but having image stabilization and weather sealing will let you get shots you'd otherwise miss. Getting the shot is the most important part of photography!The biggest downside is that Pentax lenses and accessories are less prolific than Canon or Nikon. There's still a ton of great lenses, just not as many. In particular the really high end professional Canon and Nikon lenses generally don't have an equivalent for a Pentax mount. This is why I say that if you don't earn you living taking photos you'll very likely be happy with a Pentax.As a bit of an open source nut, I also love that the native RAW format of the K-50 is Adobe's open DNG standard.Since this is a camera review, I figure rather than continuing to ramble about specifics, I'd simply include some shots that show off the versatility of the K-50.- The first is a straightforward daylight photo of a woman at a renaissance fair.- The second is a six second exposure in early morning light of my cat laying on the bed. Being able to do long exposure and avoid the noise of signal amplification is where a proper camera really breaks away from a cellphone camera.- The third is a shot of the dragon at Harry Potter World breating fire. I was only able to get this shot by shooting in burst mode and holding down the shutter when I expected the fire to start. The K-50 will pull 5 frames per second which was perfect for this.- The fourth is a high sensitivity (ISO 1600) evening light photo of a lizard. This mostly shows off the bokeh of the kit 18-55 zoom lens, which is just ok. I didn't apply any noise reduction, so if you zoom in you can get an idea of the noise characteristics of the sensor.- The fifth is a handheld night photo of a carousel. This is where the K-50's in-body image stabilization really shines. Being able to shoot handheld at night with only ISO 1600 sensitivity is only possible because of it. Otherwise it would have to be a lot noisier to keep the exposure time low enough to avoid camera shake.- The sixth is a 15 second exposure of my wife's desk lit only by her spooky Halloween sting lights.
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I've always cheered for the underdog and in this case, the underdog brings a lot to the table. This advanced pro-sumer dSLR is masquerading as an entry level shooter and should not be dismissed or overlooked.

I've shot on the other major ecosystems (Canon, Nikon) and Pentax is by far the one I have most fun with. The camera is lightweight, grips so excellent in the hand that I do not use the camera strap. Has a weather-sealed body and kit lens, can be coupled with eye-fi for wireless photo transfer to a tablet or smartphone, Nikon and Canon do not have weather sealing at this price level.

In "green" (Auto Picture) mode, it works well as a point and shoot for those just starting out but, the ease of use with this camera will have you rocking the aperture priority (Av) mode, shutter priority (Tv) mode, aperture/shutter (TAv) mode, sensitivity (Sv) mode and full manual (M) mode before you can say "Nikon". Dual jog wheel control allows quick changes to shutter speed and aperture. Exposure compensation +/- is at your fingertip right next to the shutter button. The camera takes exceptional photos and focuses quickly.

In the "green" mode, the camera will pick the correct scene for what is being shot but, if you don't like what it picks, you can choose a different scene from the display panel by hitting the "info" button twice and then using the cursor to choose the scene you want. The camera will manage it all for you if that is your desire but, the real magic will happen when you un-tether yourself from the auto mode.

The K50 has other cool features such as photo copyright info, custom user settings to create your own pre-progammed shooting modes, full manual mode and one other setting the other guys don't have is the aperture and shutter (TAv) mode together. I really like this mode because it allows me to control the amount of light coming into the sensor and the depth of field while letting the camera manage the iso and the exposure. If I don't like the cameras exposure setting, I can simply adjust it on the fly while shooting. Live View focus peaking, etc.

I've come up through the ranks with one Pentax or another along the way. I bridged from a Sony mega-zoom to the Pentax K-100d and then moved onto the Pentax K20d. They all performed well and will withstand the daily grind of shooting for a living.

The biggest drawback to me and it has been this way with all the entire Pentax line is the 1/180th limitation when using a manual flash. Most other brands will go as high as 1/250th and higher if you know how to cheat (like with the old Nikon D40). It's the one thing I have never liked about Pentax cameras but, it is not a showstopper. Making other in camera adjustments will make this limitation a non-issue with a little practice.

For under $400 with the standard kit lens, you can't go wrong and adding other lenses is not expensive as the others. You can get a 50mm f/1.8 prime lens for $90. There is a lot of great K-mount glass out there on the cheap. If you are looking to get into the dSLR game, this is your ticket in. You'll be totally happy with this camera.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Starter Combo
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5.0 out of 5 stars ... had this camera for several months now and it's amazing. It's very user friendly
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