The Pentax K-70 is a new mid-range 24.24-megapixel DSLR camera. Key features include a 24 megapixel APS-C sensor with an anti-aliasing simulator rather than an optical anti-aliasing filter, a vari-angle LCD screen, 11-point SAFOX X Hybrid AF system, weather-resistant construction, ISO range of...

After using smartphone cameras and a bridge camera (Sony H400) I decided I wanted to get a DSLR, so far my experience has been good with this camera. The weight of the camera is fine and seems balanced, but was a shock when I first held it as I wasn't quite expecting it.

Comfortable Controls; Easy To Use; Great Image Quality; Strong Construction

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I bought the K-70 after first buying the Pentax DSLR K-S2 the K-70 is in my opinion at least twice as good. The K-70 is based on the older model and has the weatherproofing and a slightly better stabilisation system plus new pixel-shift.

Love the camera ,Does everything i need and is so much more versatile than my early Pentax 8 meg one.

I haven't used it to its full capability yet but based on my K30, it should be good. That camera had a known fault in it, but one learnt how to work around it - an accidental drop at night finished it off. I liked that it could be used in adverse weather (down to -25 degrees C).

The K-70 is Pentax' newest SLR camera with a 24MP APS-C sized image sensor. It is a heavy camera (body: 1.5 lbs; 2.4 lbs including the kit lens), yet is quite compact. It has a splash-proof body and can be used in inclement weather conditions.

- AF system nearly on same level as found in "beginner" SLRs; - Few interfaces (for example; microphone jack for video recording is missing

Very pleased with this camera. I got it because my old K3 was not compatible with the newest Pentax 55-300 PLM lens like the K70 is. I am happy with how nice the JPEGs are, low light performance, good low light autofocus, best color balance I have seen on a Pentax and I have had several.

I got this camera as part of an insurance bundle due to a major home theft last year. As it was new for old, this was the closest to my beloved K-01 when it came to bodies. So, what is it like and more importantly, is it a worthy replacement to the K-01 Firstly, size.

If like me you enjoy a good manual then this unit should make you happy. The manual I saw was in PDF format – sadly not something to read in the bath – and it is 156 pages with 144 pages before the safety and warranty pages, bliss.

Pentax elbows its way into the enthusiast digital SLR market with a tough outdoor camera. PENTAX is pitching the dustproof, weather-resistant and cold-resistant K-70 at the outdoor photography market. However, the K-70's specs suggest it's an all-rounder suited to a much wider range of subjects.