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 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II | Nikon Z Z6 III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | - | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | - | 40.2MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.5MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 759 | 779 | 1053 | 299 |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 120 | 75 | 120 | 20 |
| Video | - | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 272 | 579 | 646 | 575 | 511 | 670 |
| 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 | 32.9 | 47.1 | 29.6 | 17.1 | 56.5 | 35.9 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.3 | 96.9 | 94.5 | 82.2 | 95.4 | 99 | 97.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 23.9 | 96 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.8 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.2 | 95.5 | 96.8 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17 | 89.2 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.7 | 94.4 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.9 | 92 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 22 | 89.2 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.4 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.7 | 96.1 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 17.6 | 99.6 |
| Nikon Z Z6 III Compare | 89.9 | 96.9 | 96.5 | 94.9 | 96.6 | 61.7 | 91.6 | 87.6 | 96.1 | 21 | 89.2 |
Price
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Price History
Usage Scores
- Overall17.6
- Video15.4
- Travel13.2
- Youtube12.9
- Beginner36.1
- Vlogging11.4
- Streaming15.2
- Photography17.2
- Wedding Events14.8
- Sports Wildlife17.7
- Product Photography17.1
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