PENTAX K-1
OVERVIEW
The K-1 is the first full frame DSLR made by Pentax, it has a 36.4MP sensor and is
the first full frame, DSLR camera to offer 5 axis image stabilization.
SENSOR
The full frame sensor is a 36.4MP, CMOS with no anti-aliasing filter although it
does have a simulated AA filter which vibrates the sensor to avoid moiré. The built-in
image stabilization moves the sensor to steady images and is rated to 5 stops. The
moveable sensor also allows for Horizon Correction and has what Pentax call an Astrotracer
system that will cancel out the Earth’s rotation when photographing stars.
CAMERA BODY
The Pentax K-1 body is on the large end of DSLR sizes and is fully weather sealed.
A large dial on the top of the camera works in conjunction with the command dial
for altering ISO, Bracketing, EV and various other functions.
On the back there is a 3.2” cross tilt screen that extends away from the body allowing
flexible movement. The K-1 has a 100% viewfinder with 0.7x magnification.
There are dual SD card slots and WiFi and GPS connectivity.
AUTO FOCUS
Auto focus on the K-1 offers a 33 focus point AF system, with 25 of them being cross
type. Working with the cameras metering in continuous AF the K-1 will automatically
select the correct focus point to track a moving subject.
STILL IMAGING
The Pentax K-1 has an ISO range of ISO 100 – 204800.
Maximum shutter speed of 1/8000th sec. at 4.4 frames per second.
Images can shot as J-pegs or RAW, with the RAW files being DNG that require no updates
for Lightroom etc.
VIDEO
Video is at 1080p with 30, 25 and 24 frames per second but no 4K.
PENTAX K-1
UK PURCHASE PRICE:
US PURCHASE PRICE:
