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Reviewed:
Dec 2010
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Although at first sight the K-5 is virtually indistinguishable from its predecessor the K-7, there is more novelty to be found 'under the hood'. Arguably the most notable new component is the 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor. It brings with it a higher maximum sensitivity (ISO 51200 in expanded mode, the highest on a APS-C camera so far), faster continuous shooting (7.0 fps vs the K-7's 5.2) and a 1080p full HD video mode.
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| Announced: | Sep 20, 2010 |
| Price range: | $1,499 - $1,600 |
| Body type | ||
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | ? |
| Other resolutions | 3936 x 2624, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152 | ? |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 | ? |
| Effective pixels | 16.3 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor photo detectors | 16.9 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) | ? |
| Sensor type | CMOS | ? |
| Processor | Prime II | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | Auto, 100 to 12800, in 1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps (80 to 51200 Extended) | ? |
| White balance presets | 9 | ? |
| Custom white balance | Yes (3) | ? |
| Image stabilization | Sensor-shift | ? |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | |
| JPEG quality levels | Good, Better, Best | ? |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Contrast Detect (sensor), Phase Detect, Multi-area, Tracking, Single, Continuous, Face Detection, Live View | ? |
| Digital zoom | No | |
| Manual focus | Yes | ? |
| Number of focus points | 11 | |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 mount | |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× | ? |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | ? |
| Screen size | 3" | ? |
| Screen dots | 921,000 | ? |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Live view | Yes | ? |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | ? |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 % | ? |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.92× | ? |
| Photography features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec | ? |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec | ? |
| Aperture priority | Yes | ? |
| Shutter priority | Yes | ? |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | No | |
| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) | |
| Flash range | 13 m (at ISO 100) | |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (7 fps) | ? |
| Self-timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | |
| Metering modes | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot | |
| Exposure compensation | ±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | ? |
| AE Bracketing | ±2 (2, 3, 5 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | |
| WB Bracketing | No | ? |
| Videography features | ||
| Format | MotionJPEG | |
| Audio channels | Stereo | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC | ? |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480Mbit/sec) | ? |
| HDMI | Yes | ? |
| Wireless | None | ? |
| Remote control | Yes (optional, wired or wireless) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | Yes (Weather and dust resistant) | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | ? |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion D-LI90 rechargeable battery & charger | ? |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 980 | ? |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73 mm (5.16 x 3.82 x 2.87") | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | Yes | ? |
| GPS | Optional | |
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