Pentax K-7 Digital SLR Camera Body
- 14.6MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- Body only, Pentax KAF2 and KAF3 mounts
- Weather, dust and cold resistant to 14 F / -10 C
- 5.2 fps bursts, 1/8000 sec top shutter
- Sensor-shift shake reduction
- 720p HD video
- 3 inch LCD, 921,000 dots, Live View
- 11 point AF, 0.92x optical viewfinder
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A rugged, weather sealed DSLR body for outdoor photographers who want Pentax lens compatibility and in-body stabilization. It ships without a lens, and video tops out at the lower HD resolution.
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ASIN: B0028N7442Model: K-7Category: DSLR Cameras
Overview
Sensor-shift shake reduction moves the CMOS sensor inside this Pentax body to steady every attached lens, while a magnesium alloy shell resists weather, dust and cold. The optical viewfinder, Live View on the rear screen and fast bursts serve stills first, with HD movie capture added.
Weather sealing plus stabilization built into the body makes it a strong outdoor tool, since even old Pentax lenses gain shake reduction. Lenses are sold separately, and the movie mode is basic by later standards.
Who it's for
Landscape, wildlife and travel photographers working in rain, dust or cold get a sealed body with stabilization for every lens. First time buyers without lenses, or creators focused on video, should look at a kit or a newer model.
Pros and cons
- Weather, dust and cold resistant
- Stabilization works with any mounted lens
- Magnesium alloy body
- Fast top shutter speed
- Lens sold separately
- Video limited to 720p
- Memory card not included
- Only 11 autofocus points
Performance notes
Sharpness at slow shutter speeds comes from the sensor-shift system, which counters hand shake regardless of the lens. Burst speed and the fast top shutter freeze action in good light, while the phase detection AF handles viewfinder shooting. Sealing lets it work in wet or cold conditions.
Specifications
| Brand | Pentax |
|---|---|
| Model | K-7 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Photo sensor size | APS-C |
| Weight | 1.7 pounds |
| Screen size | 3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Video output | HDMI |
| Flash sync speed | 1/180 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible mountings | Pentax KAF2, KAF3 |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | SD, SDHC |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Body only, battery |
| Warranty & support | |
| Supported image format | JPEG, RAW |
| Other details | |
| Photo sensor resolution | 14.6 MP |
| Autofocus points | 11 |
| Continuous shooting | 5.2 fps |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift |
| Video resolution | 720p HD |
| Viewfinder | Optical, 0.92x |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 dots |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Weather sealing | Weather resistant, dustproof, coldproof to 14 F / -10 C |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Pentax K-7 come with a lens?
No. It is body only, and lenses are sold separately.
Can the Pentax K-7 shoot in the rain or cold?
It is weather resistant, dustproof and coldproof down to 14 degrees F (-10 degrees C).
Which memory cards does the Pentax K-7 use?
SD and SDHC cards, which are not included.