The K-50 is water/dust resistant but is the lens it's self? I am looking for a DSLR I can carry on mountain bike rides.
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Yes. This specific kit comes with the water/dust resistant body and lens. You need to have a WR lens (which this comes with) to complete the complete resistance capabilities of the camera. Meaning, if you attach another non-WR lens then you can risk water getting into the camera. Also, if you put the WR lens on a body that isn't built for water resistance then you can risk getting water in the lens. This DSLR would be good for mountain bike rides as it is pretty compact and sturdy. If your camera does get wet and you store it in a bag then I suggest buying some silica packets to keep in there so the humidity doesn't linger in the bag. Yes. This specific kit comes with the water/dust resistant body and lens. You need to have a WR lens (which this comes with) to complete the complete resistance capabilities of the camera. Meaning, if you attach another non-WR lens then you can risk water getting into the camera. Also, if you put the WR lens on a body that isn't built for water resistance then you can risk getting water in the lens. This DSLR would be good for mountain bike rides as it is pretty compact and sturdy. If your camera does get wet and you store it in a bag then I suggest buying some silica packets to keep in... » Read More Yes. This specific kit comes with the water/dust resistant body and lens. You need to have a WR lens (which this comes with) to complete the complete resistance capabilities of the camera. Meaning, if you attach another non-WR lens then you can risk water getting into the camera. Also, if you put the WR lens on a body that isn't built for water resistance then you can risk getting water in the lens. This DSLR would be good for mountain bike rides as it is pretty compact and sturdy. If your camera does get wet and you store it in a bag then I suggest buying some silica packets to keep in there so the humidity doesn't linger in the bag. « Show Less
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Yes. This specific kit comes with the water/dust resistant body and lens. You need to have a WR lens (which this comes with) to complete the complete resistance capabilities of the camera. Meaning, if you attach another non-WR lens then you can risk water getting into the camera. Also, if you put the WR lens on a body that isn't built for water resistance then you can risk getting water in the lens. This DSLR would be good for mountain bike rides as it is pretty compact and sturdy. If your camera does get wet and you store it in a bag then I suggest buying some silica packets to keep in there so the humidity doesn't linger in the bag.
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I haven't used any, but all the information that I've read about the K-50 has mentioned that any K-mount lenses CAN be used with it. That is one of the great selling points of this - and other cameras in the "K" line.
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I've had no problem keeping the lens clean with a standard lens brush/cleaner. as for ruggedness...well this is my second WG-2. the first one leaked as soon as I entered the water on St John USVI leaving me without a camera for the whole trip! so I strongly recommend testing your camera in the water BEFORE you take it on that long snorkeling trip...
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With reasonable care I think it should be fine. I used the lens on a 3 week safari in Tanzania in dusty, sometimes wet conditions and had no problems. I kept it covered in a lightweight stuff sack when not in use.
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Pat, The kit is sold new and used, that is your decision. I bought the camera body only and then bought the 18-55 II version of the Pentax AF lens. Supposedly the first 18-55 version of the lens, which I had seen accompanying the K-5 in a kit before, was improved upon and they called the new model the 18-55 II. My K-5 is water resistant. The K-5 takes excellent pictures and the noise is very limited as opposed to the earlier Pentax models, which I have noticed myself. I recommend that you buy the K-5 body only, then if you want the 18-55 lens, buy the Pentax 18-55 II if you need that type of wide angle lens. As I mentioned, I use both and I get excellent results. Pat, The kit is sold new and used, that is your decision. I bought the camera body only and then bought the 18-55 II version of the Pentax AF lens. Supposedly the first 18-55 version of the lens, which I had seen accompanying the K-5 in a kit before, was improved upon and they called the new model the 18-55 II. My K-5 is water resistant. The K-5 takes excellent pictures and the noise is very limited as opposed to the earlier Pentax models, which I have noticed myself. I recommend that you buy the K-5 body only, then if you want the 18-55 lens, buy the Pentax 18-55 II if you need that... » Read More Pat, The kit is sold new and used, that is your decision. I bought the camera body only and then bought the 18-55 II version of the Pentax AF lens. Supposedly the first 18-55 version of the lens, which I had seen accompanying the K-5 in a kit before, was improved upon and they called the new model the 18-55 II. My K-5 is water resistant. The K-5 takes excellent pictures and the noise is very limited as opposed to the earlier Pentax models, which I have noticed myself. I recommend that you buy the K-5 body only, then if you want the 18-55 lens, buy the Pentax 18-55 II if you need that type of wide angle lens. As I mentioned, I use both and I get excellent results. « Show Less
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Yes, but. I also have a K1000 and I have put the lenses on my new K500. They do not operate in the automatic mode setting (on the side of the K-500). I set the lever to MF instead of AF.S or C and they work well. Obviously, the aperture as well as the focus is manual.
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sorry, i thought i answered this before. K-30 Lens Kit w DA 18-135WR.....yes, weather resistant.if the lens read DA L, then it would not be water resistant.
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Hi, The best info you can find is here at the BHPhoto site: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/842934-REG/Olympus_V204045BU000_OM_D_E_M5_Micro_Four.html . As you can see Olympus advertises a dust proof and splash proof system on their micro 4/3 cameras and Zuiko lenses. I would always suggest you verify with the perspective seller that the lens is the genuine OEM M.Zuiko lens. It most likely is (seems to be a package that Olympus sellers like to offer) but it doesn't hurt to verify this. As to water touching any camera equipment: Unless it is made to be submerged under water I would never trust my equipment in the rain and would immediately cover it up with clothing or my body. After all, if you're going to spend a Grand on photo equipment you need to plan to treat it with some level of respect when it comes to the weather IMHO.
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Yes, of course, but autofocus is (as always) a combination of camera AND lens. But you don't have to worry unless you are shooting with some esoteric or antique glass, which it doesn't sound like. Oh, and also you probably want the K-50, that's the current model, unless there's a good discount on the 30.
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T2i isn't dustproof either... If your worried about serious amounts of dust, you should buy L lenses and a XXD or XD frame (e.g. 30D frame, 5D frame, etc). If you can't afford a weather resistant frame, you probably shouldn't worry about getting weather resistant glass...
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..the d5100 is not weather-sealed as Pentax cameras are known for. I use my d5100 on the beach and hiking, and try to stow it in a large zip lock bag when not actually shooting, with several small selica (moisture absorbtion) packs inside for protection. Make sure you thoroughly clean your lenses and camera after each outdoor use.
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My understanding is the 55-300 DA L is sold as part of the kit only. The optical performance apparently is the same, but it is a lighter lens matched to the K-X. You have already mentioned the other differences. I have the same kit you do. You may also want to do a search on the Pentax User Forum. I have found many of my Pentax K-X questions are common ones that have been posed & answered before.
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I could be wrong but I believe that all Canon L category lenses are moderately dust/water resistant (not proof) from the factory.
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I cannot know which set you are looking at. The lens should be designated by Pentax with the letters WR on the lens for you to know that it is weather resistant. Good luck with your shopping.
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Yes your K mount lenses are compatible. If the lenses are auto-focus they are fully compatible and auto mode integrated. If the lenses are fully manual the will mount and shoot on the K-50, but you will need to manually focus and may need to manually set shutter speed and aperture.
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What body do you use? This will blow the 50 out of the water. Amazing lens.
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It is weather proof. Which means rain/snow proof as well as against fine dust in a desert environment.Only and only cameras designed especially for underwater photography are water proof. K10D was never meant to be for underwater photography. Having said that with special underwater housing designed for K10D (WHICH COULD BE AS EXPENSIVE AS THE CAMERA ITSELF), it can be used for underwater photography as well.