The k50 &amp; k30 are "weather sealed". I'm guessing this isn't? Does anyone know for sure? Any 'o' rings where it attaches to the camera?
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The battery flap is weather sealed not the battery holder so it doesn't need to be this product works well on the k 50
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I put mine in that locking box which I think protected it some from weather but I am sure it got wet without insult. Sometimes the lens was affected by water droplets but that is not a malfunction. As for cold, I think it ran out of juice faster in cold weather, a problem solved with lithium batteries albeit an expensive option.
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The K-5 II (and designated Weatherproof) lens are designed to handle average dust, rain, humidity, and the occasional splash. The manual does recommend that the camera be dried and cleaned as soon as possible when exposed to these extreme conditions. Otherwise I have to agree with the prior answer, if you are planning to be exposed to the elements for a prolonged period of time, an appropriate housing or weather shield is still a good idea. For more extreme conditions where water exposure is a guarantee, I would recommend one of the Pentax / Ricoh Optio line of cameras such as the WG-3. Those cameras are water sealed and better suited to handling an under water experience. The K-5 II (and designated Weatherproof) lens are designed to handle average dust, rain, humidity, and the occasional splash. The manual does recommend that the camera be dried and cleaned as soon as possible when exposed to these extreme conditions. Otherwise I have to agree with the prior answer, if you are planning to be exposed to the elements for a prolonged period of time, an appropriate housing or weather shield is still a good idea. For more extreme conditions where water exposure is a guarantee, I would recommend one of the Pentax / Ricoh Optio line of cameras such as the WG-3.... » Read More The K-5 II (and designated Weatherproof) lens are designed to handle average dust, rain, humidity, and the occasional splash. The manual does recommend that the camera be dried and cleaned as soon as possible when exposed to these extreme conditions. Otherwise I have to agree with the prior answer, if you are planning to be exposed to the elements for a prolonged period of time, an appropriate housing or weather shield is still a good idea. For more extreme conditions where water exposure is a guarantee, I would recommend one of the Pentax / Ricoh Optio line of cameras such as the WG-3. Those cameras are water sealed and better suited to handling an under water experience. « Show Less
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I bought one for my K30 worked fine on K30 & K50. Bought another one & it doesn't work on K50 at all.
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Don't know but a few years back I installed an ancient Sony camera in an enclosure and mounted it on the side of our home. I also bought a (believe it or not) cheap plastic mount that swiveled the enclosure with a remote controlled little motor...worked great and the pictures which I copied onto my hard drive looked fine. I don't see any reason why this newer camera won't produce good pictures mounted inside of a weather proof enclosure.
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No. Been Putting Off Buying It Because Of That . I Have Been Hopng They Would Come Out With A WeatherProof Lens I Don't Think Pentax Is Going To Come Out With One Any Time soon. It Is A Really Nice Lens Though. Especially For The Money
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It fits in a standard hot shoe mount, so I'm thinking yes (I haven't personally ever inspected the hot shoe mount on a K-r... but I think Pentax uses a standard hot shoe on that model)
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Yes, you can order the Pentax K-30 from Amazon with either the 18-135mm Water Resistent) lens, the 18-55mm (WR) lens, or just the body. I used the 18-135mm WR lens during a downpour, and love the versatile range. Changing lenses in the rain would be very bad. Good luck with this - the K-30 is a great little camera. Try out the in-camera HDR on some big, puffy clouds. Great camera. I checked the link - this is what you want. Good luck!
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I've tested it with a K5 and the K100 and K110d and works with all of them. IF the k30 has IR remote ports (I believe it should) then I see no reason why this would not work with it, since Pentax brand remotes work on all their cameras.
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I bought the K5 and lens at the same time, they work well together, have had no issues.
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Kit lens is not weather sealed though under the Product Features Amazon bills the kit like so: Full weather sealing for worry-free use in any weather condition;
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Mr Lee,The Pentax K mount has been around for decades and should fit the K10D if it is a true K mount camera. You will not be able to take advantage of the automatic features between the camera and the lens. I currently have a K10D but with all the new lenses and I am only speaking from a general familiarity of old technology lenses working on new tech products. I was primarily a Nikon owner for decades and still have lots of old AI lenses and film bodies. The new cameras will accept the old lenses but the automatic features are not functional. Suggestion, go to your local camera store and try out a few old lenses to see if they will fit. Mr Lee,The Pentax K mount has been around for decades and should fit the K10D if it is a true K mount camera. You will not be able to take advantage of the automatic features between the camera and the lens. I currently have a K10D but with all the new lenses and I am only speaking from a general familiarity of old technology lenses working on new tech products. I was primarily a Nikon owner for decades and still have lots of old AI lenses and film bodies. The new cameras will accept the old lenses but the automatic features are not functional. Suggestion, go to your local camera... » Read More Mr Lee,The Pentax K mount has been around for decades and should fit the K10D if it is a true K mount camera. You will not be able to take advantage of the automatic features between the camera and the lens. I currently have a K10D but with all the new lenses and I am only speaking from a general familiarity of old technology lenses working on new tech products. I was primarily a Nikon owner for decades and still have lots of old AI lenses and film bodies. The new cameras will accept the old lenses but the automatic features are not functional. Suggestion, go to your local camera store and try out a few old lenses to see if they will fit. « Show Less
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Ummm not to sure I ended up not getting the K3 I got the K5 II instead. BTW check out YouTube for K3 unboxing and you can see for yourself what will be in the box. Check out my photos from the K5 II at: www.lifecameracreation.com Happy shooting.
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Yes. It works on the K30, followed by the K50, followed by the K500, which is what I have it on. That is the direct lineage of these entry level cameras from Pentax in the last few years.
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I do not know if this is compatible with the K50. I have used it on a K10D and my current K30. Are you aware of the Pentax Forum? Based in the UK, worldwide participation, funded by member contributions. Try http://www.pentaxforums.com/ and see what you can find out. I highly recommend the product. AA batteries are everywhere and chargers for the proprietary Pentax battery are not. John Blair
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I did have the same thing with a canon and with a fuji. These are not sealed units....
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My best guess is "automatic lens" to distinguish them from lenses without automatic focus or aperture, which the K-30 can also use.BG