

3" LCD - Optical IS Included - 4928 x 3264 Image - 1920 x 1080 Video - Motion JPEG AVI - HDMI - MPN: 14748 See Product Details
Description
Go ahead and feed your photography obsession with the PENTAX K-5. For you, capturing that great shot isn't a casual interest. It's a part of your life. One spectacular image after another. This camera is the perfect piece of equipment to help you get your photo fix. With the compact, rugged K-5, the world is truly your studio.
Quick Glance
Memory Type: Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
LCD Screen Size: 3 in
Camera Type: Digital SLR Camera
Megapixels: 16.3 Megapixel
Image Stabilization: Optical
Lens Mount: Pentax KAF2
Waterproof: Waterproof
Weight: 23.36
Summary
Product Title: Pentax K-5 Black Digital SLR Camera - Body Only
Manufacturer: Pentax
Lowest Price: $829.00
Power Score: 4.7 | 4 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CMOS
Effective Megapixels: 16.3 Megapixel
Total Pixels: 16900000 cpi
Lens Features
Camera Type: Digital SLR Camera
Lens Mount: Pentax KAF2
Storage
Memory Card Support: Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
Other Features
LCD Screen Size: 3 in
Camera Body Only: Body Only
Image Stabilization: Optical
Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Flash: Accessory Shoe, Built-in Flash
Interface Connection: A/V (RCA Composite), HDMI, USB
Environmental Protection: Waterproof
Dimensions
Height: 3.82 in
Width: 5.16 in
Depth: 2.87 in
Weight: 1.46 lbs
Reference
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Camera Modes: Scene Modes: Bright Natural Portrait Landscape Vibrant Muted Monochrome Reversal Film Bleach Bypass
Exposure Control: Program AE Aperture Priority AE Shutter Priority AE Manual
Viewfinder Type: SLR
White Balance Modes: Auto Daylight Shade Cloudy Fluorescent (D, N, W, L) Tungsten Flash CTE Manual
Language Support: Japanese
Product Series: K
Lens Construction: Not Applicable
Autofocus Points: 11
Maximum Image Resolution: 4928 x 3264
Maximum Frame Rate: 30 fps
Number of Batteries Support: 1
Battery Built-in: No
Battery Rechargeable: Yes
Battery Include: Yes
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 12800
Wide Angle: No
Minimum Diopter Adjustment: -2.5
Maximum Diopter Adjustment: 1.5
Longest Shutter Speed: 30 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/8000 Second
Built-in Flash: Yes
Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): Not Applicable
Analog Video Out: Yes
HD Movie Mode: Yes
Testseek.com has collected 48 expert reviews for Pentax K-5 and the average expert rating is 86 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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The Pentax K-5 is a weather-resistant camera built for durability. It uses magnesium alloy covers around a stainless steel chassis, and is built to operate under cold conditions. Image stabilization is handled through a physical Shake Reduction (SR) system, which allows the lens to move slightly. This, combined with the ISO 80-12800 rating of the 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, allows handheld...
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The K-5 is the second DSLR camera from Pentax for 2010, inheriting the existing K-7's proven control layout and incorporating a new 16.3 megapixel APS-C sensor. The Pentax K-5 offers an incredible ISO range of 80-51200 plus Full 1080p HD movies, 7fps burst shooting and a large high-resolution LCD screen. Read our Pentax K-5 review to discover if this mid-range DSLR can compete with the...
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Two years ago, Pentax unveiled the impressive K-7, which coupled a rich feature set, and a weather-proofed body barely any larger than the typical consumer SLR. As well as drawing praise for its handling, the K-7 grabbed our attention with some really unusual capabilities, including some--automatic horizon leveling and composition adjustment among them--that are still unique. The Pentax K5...
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