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Pentax · 2022 · DSLR · Pentax K

Pentax KF

Sealed, stabilised APS-C DSLR with an optical viewfinder.

APS-CBeginner-friendlyLandscape
New ≈£849
Used at MPB*None listed
See used stock at MPB ↗Lenses for this camera

Overview

The Pentax KF is a 2022 APS-C 24.2MP DSLR on the Pentax K mount. It shoots up to 6 frames per second, records 1080p 30 video and has in-body stabilisation, and it's weather sealed. Sealed, stabilised APS-C DSLR with an optical viewfinder.

It's best suited to landscape, and it's an easy camera to learn on. In our database, 13 lenses fit it natively (4 from third-party makers such as Samyang, Sigma).

It is approximately £849 new; check MPB and the dealers below for used stock.

Key specifications

Released2022
TypeDSLR
SensorAPS-C (23.5×15.6mm, 1.5× crop)
Resolution24.2 megapixels
Max burst6 fps
Sensor readoutMechanical shutter (DSLR)
Max ISO102,400
Low-light score3.5/5
StabilisationIn-body (IBIS)
ViewfinderOptical
Video1080p 30
Weather sealedYes
Weight684 g with battery
MountPentax K
Strengths
  • APS-C sensor: about 1.5× extra reach from every lens
  • In-body image stabilisation with every lens
  • Weather sealing for rain and dust
  • Optical viewfinder with zero lag and long battery life
Things to consider
  • DSLR: no subject-detection autofocus through the viewfinder, and lens development has stopped

Compatible lenses

13 native in our database

LensFitFocalApertureWeightNew ≈Used (MPB)
Pentax HD FA 50mm f/1.8
Portraits
Native
First-party
50mmf/1.8122g£199—
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC (manual)
Astrophotography · Landscape
Native
Third-party (manual focus)
14mmf/2.8552g£299£112–349
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Everyday & travel
Native
Third-party
17-50mmf/2.8565g£349£63–264
Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE
Wildlife & animals · Sports & action
Native
First-party
55-300mmf/4.5-6.3442g£399£84–344
Pentax HD DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR
Everyday & travel
Native
First-party
16-85mmf/3.5-5.6488g£549£294
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art
Everyday & travel · Portraits · Vlogging & video
Native
Third-party
18-35mmf/1.8810g£649£294–459
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Everyday & travel · Portraits · Astrophotography
Native
Third-party
35mmf/1.4665g£699£399–419
Pentax HD DA 11-18mm f/2.8 ED DC AW
Landscape · Astrophotography
Native
First-party
11-18mmf/2.8704g£899£659
Pentax HD D FA 24-70mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR
Everyday & travel
Native
First-party
24-70mmf/2.8787g£1,099£289–399
Pentax HD D FA* 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW
Portraits
Native
First-party
50mmf/1.4910g£1,099£389–419
Pentax HD D FA 70-210mm f/4 ED SDM WR
Sports & action
Native
First-party
70-210mmf/4980g£1,099—
Pentax HD D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR
Landscape · Astrophotography
Native
First-party
15-30mmf/2.81040g£1,399—
Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW
Wildlife & animals
Native
First-party
150-450mmf/4.5-5.62000g£1,999£1,049–1,179

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Batteries and memory cards

Battery

Pentax D-LI109

Compact battery for the KP, K-70 and KF. Third-party: Hähnel £32.99, Ansmann £16. Carry at least one spare.

Card slots

SD (UHS-I)

A V30 UHS-I SD card is all this camera can use; faster UHS-II cards work but won't speed it up.

Batteries, cards and accessories explained →

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Pentax KF is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Pentax KF. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Pentax KF good for landscape?

Yes. APS-C sensor: about 1.5× extra reach from every lens. In-body image stabilisation with every lens. Pair it with a wide zoom (about 16–35mm equivalent) with a front filter thread for ND and polariser filters.

What lenses fit the Pentax KF?

It uses the Pentax K mount. 13 lenses in our database fit natively, including 4 third-party options.

How much is a used Pentax KF?

MPB had none listed when we checked on 5 November 2026, which doesn't mean it isn't available used: MPB only stocks what it has bought in. Try the other dealers below. New price is approximately £849.

Does the Pentax KF have image stabilisation?

Yes, it has in-body image stabilisation (IBIS), so every lens is stabilised.

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