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Ricoh Announces Full Frame Pentax K-1
17 February 2016
Ricoh has introduced the Pentax K-1, its first full-frame dSLR, to the relief of many fans who have been holding their breath for years. Ricoh said the K-1 combines full-frame goodness with Pentax friendliness to deliver innovations not available in our dSLRs.
The K-1 is a blend of advanced, full-frame performance with the kind of features and advancements that Pentax users have come to know and love," said Jim Malcolm, president of Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. "As a result, the K-1 creates a solution for full-frame shooters that is unique in the industry."
Among the more intriguing features, the compact K-1 features a five-axis shake-reduction system capable of reducing camera shake up to five exposure steps, according to the company. The AA Filter Simulator eliminates moire effect without the need for an anti-aliasing filter, increasing sharpness. The new SAFOX 12 autofocus mechanism features 33 autofocus points. And a newly-designed optical viewfinder boasts a bright, nearly 100-percent field of view.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highlights of the new full-frame dSLR include:
- 36.4-effective megapixels, AA filterless, full-frame CMOS sensor
- Newly-designed Prime IV engine
- 204,800 ISO sensitivity
- SRII five-axis shake reduction system
- Pixel Shift resolution system with motion correction function
- Continuous shooting at 4.4 fps
- Selectable anti-aliasing filter effect
- 33-Point autofocus system
- SAFOX 12 autofocus module
- Pentaprism optical viewfinder with 100 percent field of view
- Four-point LED illumination of critical camera functions
- 3.2-inch cross-tilt LCD display
- APS-C crop mode for maximum lens flexibility and compatibility
- Built-in GPS and Astro Tracer functions
- Built-in electronic compass
- Wi-Fi Camera Control and Image Transfer
- H.264 Full HD video
- Dual SD card slots
- Fully weather-sealed
- HDMI port
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the Pentax K-1 include:
PENTAX K-1 SPECIFICATIONS Format Full Frame Sensor 36.3 Megapixel CMOS sensor
7360 x 4912 pixel resolutionFile Formats Stills: DNG, JPEG, Raw
Movies: AVI, MOVBit Depth 14-bit channels Dust Reduction Yes Memory Card SDXC, SDHC, SD Image Stabilization Sensor-shift, Five-way (body based) Auto Focus Phase Detection LCD 3.2-inch articulated LCD
1,037,000 dotsISO Auto, 100 to 204,800 Shutter 30 to 1/8,000 second Continuous Shooting Up to 4.5 fps at full resolution Flash Sync 1/200 seconds maximum Movies 1920x1080p at 29.97/25/23.98 fps
1920x1080i at 59.94/50 fps
1280x720p at 59.94/50 fpsClip Length 29:59 at 1920x1080 Connectivity 1/8-inch headphone, 1/8-inch microphone, DC Input, HDMI C (mini), Micro-USB, Wired remote Port, WiFi capable Battery D-LI90 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack
7.2 VDC, 1860 mAhDimensions 5.4 x 4.3 x 3.4 inches
32.6 oz.
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
The Pentax K-1 camera will be available April for $1,799.95. Adorama and B&H are both accepting pre-orders now.
Ricoh defines full-frame benchmark with new Pentax full-frame dSLR offering
Pentax K-1 camera offers innovations not available in any other dSLR
DENVER, Colo. -- Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. today announced the Pentax K-1 full-frame digital single-lens reflex camera. The K-1 combines the performance of a full-frame sensor with unique, user-friendly Pentax technology and convenience features loved by professional and serious amateur photographers the world over.
The foundation of the Pentax K-1 is its large, full-frame image sensor. This AA-filterless CMOS sensor with 36.4 effective megapixels sets the stage for ultimate creativity, facilitating super-high-resolution images rich in gradation and superb in high-sensitivity rendition.
Built around the full-frame sensor is a compact, high-performance weather-sealed and dustproof body with features only found in Pentax cameras. "The K-1 is a blend of advanced, full-frame performance with the kind of features and advancements that Pentax users have come to know and love," said Jim Malcolm, president, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. "As a result, the K-1 creates a solution for full-frame shooters that is unique in the industry."
Within its compact body, the Pentax K-1 features several advanced technologies that help the photographer to produce top results in a wide variety of challenging conditions. SR II Shake Reduction is a newly refined and highly sensitive five-axis shake-reduction system that is capable of reducing camera shake with a compensation range of up to five exposure steps, allowing photographers to freely move and compose -- and to focus on their subjects, not the gear. SR II also facilitates other advanced Pentax-unique features such as AA Filter Simulator, which effectively eliminates moire effect without the need for an anti-aliasing filter, while increasing sharpness and overall image quality. Key to great autofocus performance on the K-1 is the new SAFOX 12 autofocus mechanism with 33 autofocus points, assuring fast and accurate autofocusing, even in the most demanding shooting situations. A newly-designed optical viewfinder equipped with the famous Pentax Pentaprism boasts a bright, nearly 100-percent field of view.
In addition to a long list of technological advancements, the Pentax K-1 also features a number of convenience features, making camera operation fast and easy. Designed to move in ways never before imagined is the new Flexible-tilt LCD monitor -- a first for any dSLR camera. This rugged yet highly adjustable display can be positioned to the desired angle horizontally and vertically, making it easy to shoot at challenging angles. Other significant firsts include the K-1's Operation Assist Lights -- small, white LEDs that facilitate camera operation in low-light environments, making it easy to change lenses, swap memory cards and adjust back-of-camera controls and a Smart Function dial that allows photographers to easy select frequently-used functions without going into the LCD menu.
Current Pentax lens owners will appreciate that they can incorporate their APS-C lens collection into their new Pentax K-1 full-frame camera kit by utilizing the K-1's Crop Mode, which offers settings in-camera for either APS-C or Full-Frame sized shooting, regardless of the attached lens. There is also an "auto" mode that detects the lens type and sets the camera accordingly.
Upon launch, Pentax is offering 12 full-frame compatible lenses, including two new models being announced concurrent with the K-1 camera: the HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f.2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens and the HD Pentax-D FA 28-105mm f3.5-5.6 compact, lightweight zoom lens. (Note: separate news releases have been issued today to provide details on each lens).
Pricing and Availability
The Pentax K-1 camera will be available April at http://www.ricohimaging.com and retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,799.95.