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Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR Kit
The Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome is a digital SLR camera with an APS-C sensor and approximately 25.73 effective megapixels, producing sharp monochrome images rich in gradation.
This kit contains the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome and Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR.
Monochrome-specific CMOS image sensor
The specifically designed CMOS image sensor works by reflecting the brightness data captured by each pixel, rather than the usual interpolation process. This allows for more accurate and extra-fine monochromatic expression, producing high-resolution and rich gradation images. The highly sensitive light reproduction also creates a natural bokeh effect on defocussed areas.
Professional-level Image Quality
With 25.73 effective megapixels, the back-illuminated sensor produces incredibly sharp images with very low levels of noise. When this performance is paired with an ISO range of 200 to a super-high 1,600,000 you can rest assured that the K-3 Mark III Monochrome will produce professional-level images in daylight and when working in low-light situations.
Custom image modes
The K-3 Mark III Monochrome features three custom image modes which offer different finishing touches for your monochrome photography. These include the cameras’ Standard mode, a Hard mode to increase contrast, and a Soft mode for creating low-contrast images.
Minute adjustments are also possible, offering the ability to personalise the tone, key, contrast, and sharpness of your shot.
AutoFocus
The K-3 Mark III Monochrome utilises the K-3 Mark III’s SAFOX 13 phase comparison autofocus system. There are a total of 101-point (25 cross-type positioned centrally) phase-matching autofocus points and in order to focus reliably when shooting in low light or at night, three special sensors are centrally positioned which already work at an EV of -4.
The Mark III also features a joystick on the rear for users to manually select the focus points.
Image Stabilisation
The in-built Shake Reduction System prevents camera shake that can easily occur when working with slow shutter speeds or even with longer focal length lenses. The K-3 Mark III’s Image Stabilisation works across 5-axis. In addition to sensor rotation, and horizontal and vertical shift, the K-3 Mark III also features horizontal and vertical tilt correction which can occur when shooting style of photography such as macro.
The image stabilisation system allows for up to 5.5EV stops of stabilisation. Making handheld images and video even easier to obtain and keep looking sharp and precise.
Movie Capabilities
With the ability to record 4K at a cinematic 24p and 30p, the Pentax K-3 Mark III can also film up to 60p in Full HD. The Mark III has a built-in stereo mic and is compatible with external stereo recording via the 3.5mm mic jack. The recording sound level is adjustable and also includes Wind Noise Reduction for those filming outside.
One of the two SD card slots is prepared for the UHS-II standard in order to be able to process the data volumes at high frame rates or video recordings accordingly.
Pentaprism Viewfinder
The Mark III’s optical viewfinder provides approx 100% coverage and a 1.05x magnification. Whilst using the OVF, you’re able to view the AF Points, Grid Display, Electronic Level, AF Frame, Spot Metering Frame, Crop, Smart Function and Operation Control Lock.
The high-refractive-index glass prism allows for wide relief while providing a wide field of view, equivalent to that of a 35mm full-frame DSL camera. The viewfinder delivers a clear and life-like image without distortion thanks to a distortion-correcting optical element that optimises the lens coatings.
LCD Monitor
The rear 1620K-dot 3.2-inch LCD monitor allows for real-time viewing of your subject or scene in high resolution. The LCD monitor is touchscreen-enabled with intuitive menu control and image zoom function during image playback.
High frame rate
The mirror and shutter mechanism, processor technology, and fast image processing enable the Mark III to shoot 32 RAW files at up to 12fps. At 2.5 frames per second in JPG, the camera can capture 90 images before the camera has to save. Despite this high workload, the shutter is designed to last for at least 300,000 shots.
Lightweight and Portable
The Body Only comes in at 735g which makes the K-3 Mark III Monochrome lightweight and portable. A weatherproof housing construction allows the K-3 III to be resistant to temperatures as low as -10ºC and has 95 seals that protect against dust and moisture.
Key features
- 25.7MP CMOS APS-C Sensor
- ISO 200 to 1,600,000
- Sensor-shift shake reduction
- 4K Video up to 30p
- Dual SD slots for SD, SDHC and SDXC
- 3.2 inch LCD monitor
- Monochrome rich in gradation
- High-resolution images
- Compact and durable design
- Natural bokeh
- 3 custom image modes
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Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR Lens
This model is the first zoom lens of the high-grade Limited Lens series, which is renowned for its exceptional visual description, distinctive appearance and meticulous finish in every detail. It features a two-times zoom range covering focal lengths from moderate wide-angle to standard, and a large maximum aperture of F2.8 at its wide-angle end. In addition to the state-of-the-art HD coating and completely round-shaped diaphragm, it also comes equipped with a weather-resistant construction for the first time in the Limited Lens series, and a smooth, quiet AF system driven by a lens-installed AF motor, to capture beautiful, high-quality images, even under demanding weather and environmental conditions.
The first two-times zoom lens of the Limited Lens series
With its two-times zoom coverage from 20mm to 40mm, this lens offers a focal-length coverage from 30.5mm to 61.5mm (in the 35mm format) when mounted on a PENTAX K-series lens-interchangeable digital camera body. It provides the most frequently used focal lengths required for many popular applications, such as scenic photography, snapshots and portraiture, making it the ideal choice as an all-purpose, everyday lens.
Acclaimed Limited Lens-series quality for superb visual description and premium appearance
Inheriting the design concept of the Limited Lens series, this lens is designed with an optical construction that faithfully reproduces the feeling of depth while minimizing astigmatism over the entire zoom range. It allows the photographer to optimize the subject's visual description, by making its appearance softer at larger apertures and sharper at smaller apertures. Its lens barrel, hood and cap are made of high-grade aluminium material, and hand-machined for perfect proportions and beautiful texture. Positioned in the mid-section of the lens barrel, the zoom ring features a series of knurled grooves to facilitate zooming operation.
State-of-the-art optical technology
The lens has been treated with the PENTAX-developed HD coating*, a high-grade, multi-layer coating that reduces reflectance in the visible light spectrum to less than 50 per cent of that of conventional multi-layer coatings. This allows the user to capture crisp, high-contrast images free of flare and ghost images, even under such adverse lighting conditions as backlight. It also incorporates an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass and a super-low-dispersion glass element in its optics to deliver clear, high-resolution images with edge-to-edge sharpness, while effectively compensating for chromatic aberrations over the entire zoom range.
* HD stands for High Resolution.
The first weather-resistant lens in the Limited Lens series
This lens is the first Limited Lens-series model to feature a weather-resistant construction, with seven special seals to prevent the intrusion of water and moisture into the lens interior. By mounting it on a PENTAX weather-resistant digital SLR camera body, the user is assured of greater durability and reliability when shooting in the rain or mist, as well as at locations subject to spray or splashes.
Key Features
- Smooth, quiet AF operation using a lens-installed AF driving motor.
- Round-shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (blur) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources.
- The lens features the Quick-Shift Focus System, which allows the user to instantly switch to manual-focus operation after the subject is captured in focus by the camera’s AF system.
- SP (Super Protect) coating to keep the front surface free of dust and stains.
- A choice of black or silver colour
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What’s in the box?
- 1x Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome
- 1 x Pentax HD DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR Lens
- 1x Strap O-ST162
- 1x ME Viewfinder Cap
- 1x Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90
- 1x USB Power Adapter
- 1x Power Plug
- 1x USB Cable I-USB166
FAQs
What battery is used in the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome?
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90 records approx. 800 images and allows for up to 250 minutes of playback. Recharge via USB-C so you have less need for cables and chargers when you’re on the move and keep the Mark III powered when in use.
What are the connectivity options?
The Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome features Wifi and Bluetooth connectivity for fast and efficient file sharing and uploading. The Mark III also features an HDMI port and USB-C for data sharing.
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