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User Score
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Conclusion
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The Pentax K-30 is basically a pared-down version of the K-5 SLR, with which it shares plenty of basic specs (except its shutter, which is much noisier). Picture quality and general handling are very good, and the K-30 offers plenty of exclusive extras for a camera at this price point. However, the body isn't as pleasant to handle as some competitor models and the video mode really needs updating. |
The Sony Alpha 77 is a success on all fronts: its electronic viewfinder is good enough to silence critics (including us) as it avoids most of the usual pitfalls; the camera's performances are at least excellent and sometimes outstanding; and on top of that it has a high-quality build and finish. That said, the 24 Megapixels aren't really all that useful, there's been a slight drop in sensitivity, and some design and handling features could still be improved. |
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Pros
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+ Weather-resistant, big viewfinder, two settings wheels + High-end image quality (with good-quality lenses) + Mechanical stabilisation works with all lenses, even in video mode + Interface: advanced customisation options + Can run on internal battery or AA batteries |
+ Very high performances (12 fps burst, subject tracking, autofocus etc.) + Splash-proof body, advanced and customisable controls + Video Full HD at up to 50 fps with manual mode, stereo sound and mic socket + Vertical tilt and swivel screen + Electronic viewfinder: integrated zoom, accurate preview, doesn't go dark in low light |
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Cons
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- No rubber thumb-rest (comfort is debatable) - Live View is still slow - DA L 18-55 mm lens can vary in quality from one model to another - Shutter release is noisy - Limited video mode: no continuous autofocus, mono sound - AA battery adapter is an optional extra |
- No major progress in image quality, even a slight regression in sensitivity - Interface can sometimes be confusing - Buffer memory can be a bit tight (at full speed the bust mode is limited to under 2 seconds) - Battery life isn't as good as SLRs with optical viewfinders (approx. 400 photos) - Electronic viewfinder: still not quite as sharp as a 24 x 36 mm SLR viewfinder, slight display lag, dynamic range could be better |
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