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Our price: | R 14,279.00 | (incl. VAT) |
topCompact, magnesium alloy body
One of the smallest DSLRs in its class, the K-7’s compact, magnesium alloy body
lets you travel light while still maintaining durability and build quality.
14.6 megapixels
The redesigned 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor offers improved noise control, four
channel output for faster image capture and movie capture capabilities. Plus the
new sensor offers the ideal combination of resolution and file size, allowing
for large (poster size and larger) prints and cropping flexibility.
3 inch LCD
The 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dot resolution is perfect for detailed image or
movie capture and review and is ideal for the Live View function.
Weather, dust and cold resistant
The K-7 is weather, dust and cold resistant (to 14° F or -10° C), making it
ideal for use in any environment.
New PRIME II Image processing engine
Fast 5.2 frame-per-second shooting with the powerful new PRIME II Image
processing engine, which features fast circuitry and low noise image processing.
Ideal for sporting events or any fast-action situation.
High top shutter speed
A top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec freezes even the fastest action and gives
creative control over apertures in well-lit settings.
New 77-segment metering system
A new 77-segment metering system quickly and accurately determines exposure,
even in the most complex and dynamic lighting situations.
Live View mode
Live View mode, with contrast AF, Face Detection, and optional histogram, grid,
and bright/dark area display, allows you to quickly compose your images without
having to position your eye against the viewfinder.
100% field-of-view viewfinder
A 100% field-of-view viewfinder (with 0.92X magnification) and bright focusing
screens are ideal for accurate image composition and focus.
HD Movie Capture
Widescreen HD Movie Capture features adjustable quality settings and aperture
control, as well as Shake Reduction, and an external microphone terminal for
recording stereo sound.
High resolution playback
HDMI port with selectable output resolution (1080i, 720p, 480p, and auto) offers
high resolution playback of images and video on high definition TVs.
Multiple exposure settings
Multiple exposure settings, including Green, Program, Sv, Tv, Av, TAv, M, Bulb,
X-sync, Movie and USER modes, provide extensive creative control over the
exposure for photographers of all experience levels.
Faster, more responsive AF
The PENTAX 11-point autofocus system features improved focus algorithms over
previous-generation K-series DSLR cameras, providing faster, more responsive AF.
A dedicated AF-assist lamp further improves autofocus response and accuracy in
low light conditions.
Shake Reduction system
The PENTAX-original Shake Reduction system now compensates for rotational sensor
movement, improving the sharpness of your images at the moment of capture.
Dust-free image capture
The K-7’s Dust Reduction system, improved over previous K-series cameras,
features a piezo-ceramic vibration action to the sensor’s low-pass filter for
dust-free image capture.
Advanced white balance settings
Advanced white balance settings include highly customizable white balance fine
tuning, color temperature adjustment, and post image capture manual white
balance selection for perfect pictures, even in the most difficult lighting.
Extended battery life
New high capacity battery offers considerably longer life. Ideal for travel
photography or video work.
Electronic level function
Electronic level function ensures your pictures have level horizons, minimizing
post-capture editing.
Advanced image capture settings
Advanced image capture settings, digital filters, and aspect ratio provide
outstanding flexibility and creativity while minimizing the need for computer
image manipulation.
Custom Image modes
Custom Image modes with advanced parameter settings including new Key
adjustment, allow you to customize your processing mode to your creative style.
Dynamic Range setting
A Dynamic Range function with highlight and adjustable shadow correction brings
out hidden or lost details in both highlights and shadows, even in the most
contrasted dynamic lighting.
Lens Correction function
A Lens Correction function adjusts for Distortion and Lateral Chromatic
Aberrations, allowing you to maximize your image quality for every digital
lens.*
- Compatible with D FA, DA, DA Limited and DA Star lenses. Distortion correction
Dedicated PC socket
Dedicated PC socket for studio flash offers convenience for the studio photographer without adding hotshoe adapters.
Mirror Lock-up function
A dedicated Mirror Lock-up function eliminates image blur due to mirror movement during long exposures.
HDR image capture mode
An HDR image capture mode blends three separate image exposures to widen the exposure gamut, bringing out detail in all exposure areas of your images.
Creative special effects
Advanced capture options include multi exposure and interval shooting for creative special effects and time-lapse photography.
Composition adjustment feature
A composition adjustment feature allows you to make minor adjustments to the composition of your image using the Shake Reduction mechanism, without having to physically move the camera. Ideal for tripod use or macro photography.
Embedded copyright feature
Programmable embedded copyright information preserves artistic integrity and image ownership during image capture.
Quick-glance overview
Rear LCD Status Screen displays exposure and setting information for a quick-glance overview and modification of image parameters.
RAW file compatibility
PENTAX RAW or Adobe DNG file selection offers RAW file compatibility with industry standard image editing software.
Dedicated RAW button
A dedicated RAW button allows easy situational switching between RAW and JPG file formats without having to access camera file format menu settings.
Custom file name selection
Custom file name selection lets you tailor your image file names to your shooting needs.
Unparalleled customization
Advanced Custom Function settings offer unparalleled customizability, allowing you to adapt the camera to your shooting style, not vice-versa.
top- Li-ion Battery D-LI90
- USB Cable I-USB7
- AV Cable I-AVC7
- Battery Charge Cradle D-BC90
- AC Plug Cord
- Strap O-ST53
- Hotshoe Cover FK
- Eyecup FR
- Body Mount Cover
- Finder Cap for ME
- Focusing Screen MF-60 Frame Matte
- Bottom Cap
- PC Socket Cap
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| Model | <not specified> |
| Effective Pixels (megapixels) | 14.6 megapixels |
| Lens Included | Yes |
| Live preview | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Type | CMOS |
| Resolution | 14.6 |
| Image Stabilization | Yes Sensor-shift system |
| Dust reduction | Yes Supersonic vibration SP coating Dust removal by shaking low pass filter* Dust alert mode to help locate dust |
| Exposure and Metering | |
| ISO sensitivity | 100 - 6400 |
| Image | |
| Image Sizes | 3936 x 2592 (10.0 MP) 3072 x 2048 (6.0 MP) 1728 x 1152 (2.2 MP) 4672 x 3104 (14.5 MP) |
| Storage Media | |
| Memory Type | Secure Digital (SD)  Secure Digital Hight Capacity (SDHC) |
| LCD Display | |
| Angle of View | <not specified>
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| Size | 3.0 inch |
| Resolution | 921,000 pixels |
| Connectivity | |
| Video Output | Video out HDMI |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weight (excl. batteries) | 750 grams |
| Included Lens | |
| Focal Lenght | 18-55 |
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| PROS | • good image quality • easy to use • image stabilization • large screen • fast shutter speed |
 Digital Camera Review
17 December 2009
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Pentax K-7 Review
When Pentax announced the K10D back in 2006, it was a revolutionary camera for serious amateurs and professionals on a budget. The K10D was more rugged and feature-packed than any Pentax digital SLR before it. Read more ...
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9.0/10
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 DP Review
26 October 2009
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While the Pentax K-7's predecessor, the K20D, was clearly a competent camera it was never quite up there, either in terms of performance nor from a specification point of view, with the established semi-pro models such as the Canon EOS 40/50D or the Nikon D300. Read more ...
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7.4/10
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 PhotoRadar
8 March 2012
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'Just a hold a Pentax' – so the advertising slogan went over 30 years ago. To be honest, it could be used to promote the K-7, its new flagship DSLR. Read more ...
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9.0/10
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dpreview.com
27 November 2011
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A BIG step up from my K-10D
I was glad on one hand that I'd passed on the K-20D for the K-7, but on the other hand hugely disappointed when the K-5 rolled out 5 months after I got my K-7. Most impressive about the K-7 and the K-5 as well, is the very nice & compact magnesium body, that Pentax put forth a very good design in... Read more ...
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8.0/10
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 pentaxforums.com
8 April 2011
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Excellent value. Full of all the necessary features plus more. With good lenses excellent image quality is easily achieved. Is a very comfortable camera to handle and carry around. Read more ...
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10.0/10
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 Ebay
9 February 2012
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Pentax K7 is a Bargan
The Pentax k7 is a bargain I have read meany review prior to making my decision on the K7 and after using it i have found it to be easy to manage settings and set up and use i have used it in low and dark lighting as well as low temperatures and still received top quality pictures at a bargain Read more ...
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10.0/10
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