Pentax 23000
Combining a 20-40mm zoom range with a compact 272g build, this lens stands out as the first weather-resistant Limited series model featuring HD and Super Protect coatings for high-contrast images. Its all-metal construction and included soft case reinforce a premium, everyday-carry feel uncommon in standard zooms. This lens is best for Pentax K-mount photographers seeking a single, durable walkaround lens for landscapes, snapshots, and portraits.
Weight 272 g
18 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average build (10th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (17th percentile)
- Below average video (25th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Pentax 23000 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | Fujifilm X-T X-T4 | OM System OM-1 | Nikon Z 6II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | - | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 26MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 26.1MP aps-c | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.5MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 759 | 779 | 425 | 1053 | 273 |
| Burst FPS | - | 120 | 75 | 15 | 10 | 14 |
| Video | - | 4K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 272 | 646 | 575 | 526 | 511 | 615 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentax 23000 | 38.3 | 39.9 | 10.2 | 33.9 | 24.6 | 32.8 | 47 | 29.5 | 17.2 | 56.5 | 35.9 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.8 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.5 | 96.7 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 91.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 22 | 89.2 |
| Fujifilm X-T X-T4 Compare | 92.3 | 94.8 | 84.8 | 82.2 | 82 | 96.2 | 97.1 | 87.6 | 84 | 34.9 | 94.7 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 96.4 | 98 | 84.7 | 94.2 | 85.1 | 51.7 | 96 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 37.6 | 89.2 |
| Nikon Z 6II Compare | 89.2 | 92 | 95.2 | 94.4 | 78.2 | 61.6 | 92.9 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 28.8 | 89.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Price History
Usage Scores
- Overall17.6
- Video15.4
- Travel13.2
- Youtube12.9
- Beginner34
- Vlogging11.4
- Streaming15.2
- Photography17.1
- Wedding Events14.8
- Sports Wildlife17.7
- Product Photography17
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