16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor
High resolution 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor with integrated Analog to Digital (AD) conversion circuitry captures outstanding image detail with pixels to spare.
The K-5 II takes greatness to the next level. Its high resolution sensor, highly advanced autofocus system and accurate shake reduction system coupled with its weather sealed coldproof design ensure that this camera is worthy of fixation. With features this rich and robust the K-5 II is sure to feed your photography obsession and take you to the next level.
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High resolution 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor with integrated Analog to Digital (AD) conversion circuitry captures outstanding image detail with pixels to spare.
Durable magnesium alloy covers surround a rugged stainless steel chassis.
Fully weather sealed and coldproof design resists water, fog, snow, sand, dust, and more, for top performance in extreme field conditions as well as in the studio.
PENTAX body-based Shake Reduction (SR) stabilization system is compatible with every PENTAX lens ever made.
New, highly advanced and accurate 11 point SAFOX X autofocus system offers the widest EV focus range in its class and is ideal for focusing in low conditions, as low as -3EV.
Air-gap-free, scratch resistant, 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution offers a premium image review experience by eliminating the gap typically found between the LCD screen and screen cover, giving a brighter and sharper image.
Capture widescreen HD video with stunning detail at full 1080p resolution and 25 FPS, including sound via a built-in or external 3.5mm stereo microphone jack.
High quality glass pentaprism viewfinder features 100% field of view and 0.92X magnification, for perfect framing accuracy.
An HDMI port outputs high definition images, video and sound to HDTVs.
Improved in-camera HDR image capture features more blending options and better pixel registration for easier operation without a tripod.
Built-in electronic level now features a tilt scale display in Live View.
A wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters encourages the photographer’s artistic expression.
High sensitivity 80-51200 ISO range with improved noise performance throughout, including ISO-specific noise reduction.
Speedy 7 FPS framerate captures fast action shots in demanding situations.
Highly accurate 77 segment metering system for perfectly exposed images even in difficult lighting.
A maximum 1/8000 second shutter speed freezes even the fastest action without subject movement blur.
Native support for both PENTAX PEF and Adobe DNG 14 bit RAW files, including the ability to retrieve RAW data from JPG files if still present in buffer memory.
Customizable RAW/Fx button allows for easy access to common shooting settings.
Type | Digital SLR |
Sensor | Type: CMOS w primary color filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system |
Lens | Type/construction: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount |
Focus System | Type: SAFOX X TTL phase-difference 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system with light wavelength sensor |
Viewfinder | Type: Pentaprism |
LCD Monitor | Type: 3.0” TFT color LCD with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Flash | Type: Retractable P-TTL popup flash |
External Flash | Type: Hotshoe (P-TTL), high speed sync and wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash, X-Sync Socket |
Storage Media | Internal memory: n/a |
Interfaces | Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out, HDMI out, DC in, cable switch, 3.5mm stereo microphone, X-sync socket |
Power Supply | Power source: Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI90, D-BG4 Battery Grip (optional) for 2nd D-LI90 battery or 6X AA batteries |
Physical Specs | Body dimensions (W x H x D): 5.2 x 3.8 x 2.9” |
Language Support | English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Japanese |
Image Stabilization | Type: Sensor-Shift Shake Reduction with rotational compensation (4 stops max) |
Metering System | Type: TTL open-aperture 77 segment metering |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto: ISO 100-12800 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), expandable to ISO 80-51200, Bulb mode up to ISO 1600, auto ISO range selectable |
White Balance | Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE |
Shutter | Type: Electronically controlled, vertical-run, focal plane shutter |
Capture Modes | Mode selection: Green, Hyper Program (P), Sensitivity Priority (Sv), Shutter Priority (Tv), Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter & Aperture Priority (TAv), Metered Manual, Bulb, X-Speed, USER (5 presets), Movie |
Drive Modes | Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s, continuous), Auto Bracketing (standard, timer, remote), MLU (standard, remote), HDR Capture (+3, 0, -3 with 5 blend settings and pixel alignment), Multi-Exposure (2-9 shots), Interval (999 shots, 1 sec to 24 hrs, time delay available) |
Playback Modes | Mode selection: One Shot (no data, basic data, full data, color channel histogram, bright/dark indication, copyright info), Multi Image Display (4, 9, 16, 36, 81 thumbnails), Calendar Filmstrip, Folder, Magnification, Select & Delete, Movie Playback (no data, basic data, full data), Save RAW Data From JPG (if available in buffer memory) |
File Formats | Still: RAW (PEF, DNG), JPG (EXIF 2.21), DCF 2.0 compliant, DPOF, PIM III |
Custom Functions | Functions available: 27 |
Computer Requirements | *For device connectivity. Bundled software requirements may vary. |
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