Pentax's weather-sealed mid-range APS-C — 24.2MP with hybrid AF, IBIS, and outdoor-ready build.
The Pentax K-70 was released approximately 2016 as a weather-sealed APS-C DSLR for Pentax K-mount featuring a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and 5-axis Shake Reduction (SR) IBIS. Limited 4K video capability. At approximately 688g with battery. 100-seal weather sealing.
24.2MP APS-C CMOS (AA-filter-less). 5-axis SR IBIS approximately 4.5 stops. 4K video (limited implementation — 15fps). 1080p/60fps. 100-seal weather/dust resistance. D-LI109 battery. At approximately 688g. Pentax K mount.
The K-70 provides Pentax's entry-level weather-resistant APS-C DSLR: the 100-seal weather sealing enables outdoor use in rain and dust conditions. The 5-axis SR IBIS stabilises all Pentax K-mount lenses including vintage manual-focus primes. The 4K video mode operates at 15fps — primarily a marketing feature; 1080p/60fps is the practical video mode.
On the used market the Pentax K-70 is affordable as a weather-sealed Pentax K APS-C DSLR. Condition checks: D-LI109 battery health, SR IBIS function, shutter actuations, weather seal integrity. Compatible with all Pentax K-mount lenses.