The Advanced Outdoor Camera ISO 51200 x SAFOX X

The world is a drama, formed by light and shadow. The PENTAX K-5 II preserves every element of this spectacular drama in beautiful, true-to-life images.

The renowned PENTAX K-5 has been reborn, with its potential as an advanced outdoor camera while retaining its exceptional imaging power. Its low-noise, rich-gradation image processing achieves a top sensitivity of ISO 51200. The new SAFOX X AF module assures unfailing, high-speed autofocus operation for pinpoint focus on the subject, even in near-total darkness. Its remarkable focusing accuracy delivers sharp, crisp images of fast- moving subjects, time after time. In a setting where you have very little control over demanding shooting conditions, the new PENTAX K-5 II is your solution to outdoor photography.

Top sensitivity of ISO 51200 / New SAFOX X AF module for outstanding performance with low- light, low-contrast scenes / Glare-free, scratch-proof Air Gapless LCD monitor / Approx. 16.28 effective megapixels/Dustproof, weather-resistant body construction / Cold-resistant design, down to -10°C/High-speed continuous shooting at approx. seven images per second / Optical viewfinder with a nearly 100% field of view /In-body SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism Full HD movie recording/Dependable magnesium alloy body / DR II (Dust Removal II) supersonic sensor cleaning mechanism / Anti-aliasing filter-less version (K-5 IIs) for high resolution image capture

PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA 12-24mm F4 ED AL[IF] (at 21mm): Aperture: F13; Shutter speed: 1/80 sec.; Exposure compensation: -0.3 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 200; White balance: AWB; Custom image: Bright

03 04 PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL[IF] SDM (at 43mm): Aperture: F5.0; Shutter speed: 1/2 sec.; Exposure compensation: -1.7 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 400; White balance: AWB; Custom image: Bright

05 PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA* 60-250mm F4 ED[IF] SDM (at 170mm): Aperture: F5.6; Shutter speed: 1/160 sec.; Exposure compensation: -0.3 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 400; White balance: AWB; Custom image: Reversal Film

06 PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA* 200mm F2.8 ED[IF] SDM: Aperture: F5.0; Shutter speed: 1/640 sec.; Exposure compensation: -0.3 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 400; White balance: Daylight; Custom image: Natural

07 PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA* 60-250mm F4 ED[IF] SDM (at 75mm): Aperture: F4. 0; Shutter speed: 1/2000 sec.; Exposure compensation: +0.3 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 400; White balance: AWB; Custom image: Bright

PENTAX K-5 II with SMC PENTAX DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED[IF] SDM (at 14mm): Aperture: F8.0; Shutter speed: 1/160 sec.; Exposure compensation: +0.7 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 200; White balance: Daylight; Custom image: Bright

08 Imaging Power

Power for Shooting.

A true outdoor camera must be able to preserve the drama of the moment swiftly and eortlessly, regardless the lighting conditions. To achieve this goal, the K-5 II comes equipped with a new AF system. Coupled with the PENTAX-original SR mechanism and high-resolution image reproduction, the K-5 II captures a world previously unreachable by other outdoor cameras.

09 Power for Shooting Imaging Power

AF unit housing SAFOX X delivers incomparable AF performance even in the dark Separator lens and with fast-moving subjects Condenser lens The next-generation SAFOX X AF module was newly developed for the K-5 II. This module incorporates a Reflex mirror high-sensitivity AF sensor that performs brilliantly in low-light conditions. It also incorporates a diffractive lens to greatly improve focusing accuracy while effectively minimizing chromatic aberration generated within the Diffraction lens module. It also features a light-source sensor to minimize focusing errors, particularly with artificial light sources.

Newly developed, high-sensitivity AF sensor

The combination of a diffractive lens and an aspherical lens minimizes chromatic aberration without the need for independent compensation optics. Select-area expansion to track fast-moving subjects

When the AF mode is set to continuous (AF. C), the K-5 II automatically tracks the subject, even when it moves away from Dependable AF operation at super-low a pre-selected AF point, by assessing the distance data collected brightness levels of -3 EV to set focus on by neighboring focus sensors. This function assures stable AF poorly illuminated subjects operation with subjects that are otherwise difficult to focus on, including high-speed action, distant subjects and poorly A newly developed, high-sensitivity AF sensor assures illuminated scenes. dependable autofocus operation down to a minimum luminance of –3 EV (when using nine middle sensor points). When shooting in moonlight, for instance, the sensor prevents the AF mechanism from slowing down or being confused by high-illumination spots in the image field. It also captures low-contrast subjects in great accuracy.

High-precision AF with an F2.8 luminance flux line sensor to greatly improve focusing accuracy with very fast lenses

The K-5 II features an 11-point AF system, with nine cross- shaped sensors to assure accurate focus even with subjects that linear sensors often fail to detect. This high-precision AF system also works with luminance flux based on F2.8 levels (using the linear sensor at center). This drastically improves the autofocus When one of the middle sensors is selected as an AF point, the neighboring accuracy when using fast lenses with a maximum aperture of eight sensors support its AF operation. The sensors in action are highlighted in F2.8 or larger, allowing you to optimize focusing accuracy using pink on the status screen. a very narrow depth of field.

Cross-shaped sensor F2.8 luminance Linear sensor flux linear sensor As the subject moves, the AF point shifts automatically. (The superimposed AF marker on the viewfinder also shifts.)

Note: AF point selections include Auto, Select and Center. Note: Only the in-focus point is highlighted during actual operation.

10 CMOS Sensor

In-body shake reduction mechanism assures sharp, blur-free images and delivers innovative functions to aid the user

The K-5 I I features the PENTAX-developed image sensor-shift type SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism compatible with all PENTAX interchangeable lenses. Using a high-sensitivity gyro sensor, it effectively compensates for even the slightest camera shake to optimize the resolving power of the high-performance image sensor. This mechanism is not only effective in low-light conditions, but also comes in handy during Live View shooting and movie recording.

Note: This mechanism compensates camera shake by as much as three shutter steps.

Image-composition fine-adjustment Auto level compensation function for to minimize tripod head adjustments hands-off adjustment of horizontal inclination This function is one of the additional benefits of the SR mechanism. When the K-5 II is mounted on a tripod, it allows you to effortlessly The K-5 II automatically compensates for horizontal inclination of make minute adjustment to image composition and compensate for the image, and brings it to a level position by tilting the image the camera’s tilt, by shifting the image sensor along the X and Y axes sensor by as much as ±2 degrees.* This function makes precise and/or rotating it. This function is particularly useful in composing an horizontal alignment simple and effortless, not only for handheld image during Live View shooting. shooting, but also for tripod shooting.

Fine adjustment to image position Using the four-way controller, the image sensor can be shifted by as much as 1.5mm horizontally and vertically.

Fine adjustment in the direction of rotation Using the rear e-dial, the image sensor With auto level Without auto level can be rotated by as much as ±1.0 compensation compensation degree. * When the SR mechanism is activated, the maximum angle of compensation is ±1 degree.

Glass pentaprism finder with a 100-percent field of view to assure a clear view of the entire image field

Another benefit of the SR mechanism is that the K-5 II effectively and accurately adjusts the position of the image sensor to provide 100 percent field of view, without compromising its compact design or imaging performance. The combination of a high-grade glass pentaprism and high- performance finder optics also assures a large, bright viewfinder image ( at an approximately 0.92-times magnification, with a 50mm F1.4 lens set at infinity).

11 High Quality

Exceptional image quality at high sensitivities is the key to portray every single ray of light

The K-5 II is a low-noise digital imaging system incorporating a CMOS image sensor with high S/N ratio, a gain amplifier and a 14-bit A/D converter in a compact body to deliver crisp colours, a wide dynamic range, smooth gradational transitions and noise-free shadows. Its image reproduction at high sensitivities has been greatly improved, with the wide sensitivity range of ISO 100 to ISO 12800 at default setting. Its top sensitivity can be pushed as high as ISO 51200 when expanded with a custom function.

PRIME II with 16.28 eective megapixels High-sensitivity NR (Noise Reduction) for to deliver true-to-life, gradation-rich images easy adjustment of noise-reduction levels

The K-5 II features the proven PRIME II as its imaging engine, The K-5 II’s high-sensitivity noise-reduction function can not only which processes 14-bit, multi-gradation image data at high be turned on and off, but it also offers a choice of a reduction speed and produces high-quality, fine-detailed images with level from low, medium and high (with an identical noise- approximately 16.28 effective megapixels that are rich in reduction effect applied to all ISO sensitivity settings). Using a gradations and fine in resolution. With its advanced noise- custom function, you can even assign an OFF mode or one of reduction process, this imaging engine also helps the three reduction levels to each ISO sensitivity setting. K-5 II attain these super-high sensitivities.

The user can assign an OFF mode to lower sensitivities, or one of the reduction levels to higher sensitivities, via a custom function.

14-bit image data processing for true-to-life image rendition and rich gradation

The K-5 II’s imaging system converts analog image data output by its image sensor into 14-bit digital signals (4096 gradations for each RGB colour), then sends them to the imaging engine as multi-gradation image data possessing four times more information than its 12-bit counterpart. Thanks to this depth of information, the K-5 II can make faithful reproductions of subtle nuances in colour or tonal graduation.

A new high-grade, glare-free monitor with outstanding visibility outdoors and superior scratch resistance The K-5 II comes equipped with the newly developed Air Gapless LCD monitor. Sandwiched between the protective panel and the LCD screen is a unique resin layer that cuts down the reflection and dispersion of light to effectively improve clarity and visibility. As the result, you are assured of a clear view of the monitor even under bright sunshine, for easy viewing of images and menu settings. The protective panel is also made of tempered glass to keep it free of scratches and abrasions.

Comparison of monitor visibility Air Gapless design (for reflections under sunlight)

LCD LCD Monitor Monitor

Tempered glass panel Acrylic panel Air Resin layer layer

The exclusive resin layer, which has a reflective index similar to that of the glass panel, not only Conventional monitor Air Gapless monitor minimizes internal reflections to improve visibility but also prevents the intrusion of dust.

12 Creative Power

Photography techniques, image presentation methods and image development processes have all continued to advance across the course of photographic history. The K-5 II embodies a number of these advances in its compact body. You can control the tone of an image at will and experiment with a variety of creative tools. There is no need for special devices: All you need is the K-5 II.

13 PowerImage for Shooting Quality

Custom images Multi-mode white-balance control For flexible control of image colour scheme and ambience featuring the PENTAX-exclusive CTE mode The K-5 II’s nine custom images let you apply the desired The K-5 II offers 10 different white-balance control modes, finishing touch to a variety of subjects and specific scenes. including AWB (Auto White Balance), to assure faithful You can even adjust the parameters to produce an original colour reproduction, regardless of the light source. The finishing touch. original CTE mode, which emphasizes the image’s dominant colour based on the colour temperature, is Sharpness control particularly useful in dramatizing sunset scenes. You can adjust the image’s sharpness to the desired level. The Fine Sharpness and Extra Sharpness options, which enhance the subject’s sharpness level without thickening image outlines, add flexibility to sharpness control. Lens aberration compensation to effectively minimize distortion and chromatic aberration

The K-5 II automatically and accurately compensates for the lens’s distortion and chromatic aberration at the time of shooting. The vignetting compensation function is also Normal sharpness Extra Sharpness provided in the accompanying software. The Extra Sharpness mode allows more minute control of image outlines than the Fine Sharpness mode, making it more effective in creating a natural description of scenery and hair texture.

Dynamic-range expansion Buffer RAW memory to save a captured for well defined highlights and shadows JPEG image as a RAW file This function allows you to expand the dynamic range When you press the AE-L button during the playback of a to minimize both whitewashed and pitch-black areas last-captured JPEG-format image, the K-5 also saves it as a lacking details. Highlights can be compensated by up to RAW-format file. This allows you to develop the image approximately 1EV, while shadows can be adjusted in three in different ways and experiment with other creative levels (low, medium, and high). They can be compensated expressions. either independently or simultaneously.

All custom image modes allow the adjustment of saturation, hue, key, contrast, sharpness, filter effect (with Monochrome mode only), and tone (with Bleach Bypass, Monochrome and Faint modes only).

Brighten shadows via Regain gradation in whitewashed shadow compensation. areas via highlight compensation.

With dynamic-range Without dynamic- expansion range expansion

Reversal Film Natural Vibrant When the dynamic range is expanded for highlights, the lowest-available Creates a high-impact finishing Creates a natural finishing touch Turns blue to indigo and red to sensitivity is ISO 200 (or ISO 160 with an expanded sensitivity range). touch with enhanced saturation with no exaggerated parameters, vermilion, for a unique, tasteful Shadows are automatically compensated by the camera through tone- curve adjustment, based on the image’s overall brightness level. and contrast. ideal for all types of subjects. finishing touch.

Dynamic-range expansion

Bleach Bypass Portrait Faint Creates the ambience of a nostalgic Creates healthy, lively skin tones. Reduces the overall saturation paper print with a low-saturation, level, while retaining primary high-contrast finishing touch. colour tones. Color Temperatures Enhancement

Sharp Landscape Monochrome Produces lively, colour-rich images Creates sharp, fine-detailed Comes with eight different Auto White Balance close to memory colours. (The K-5 images emphasizing blues in the monochrome filters to reproduce CTE purposefully dramat izes the image by emphasizing the dominant II’s default setting) sky and greens in the woods. the desired gradation effect. color in the image field, while AWB faithfully reproduces original colors.

Custom Images White-balance control

14 P : Hyper Program mode M : Hyper Manual mode The exposure mode can be instantly shifted from One push of the green button automatically provides a normal exposure Programmed AE to Aperture-Priority AE or Shutter- level, based on the program line. As in the Metered Manual mode, the Priority AE, without touching the mode dial. user is free to set the desired aperture and/or shutter speed.

Front e-dial Programmed AE Front e-dial Rear e-dial Rear e-dial Green button Normal exposure Green button AE-L button Shift shutter speed Shift aperture Shift aperture Shift shutter speed Reset Manual exposure

Shift shutter Memorize exposure value speed Aperture- 77-segment grid pattern Shutter- Priority AE Priority AE

Shift aperture 77-segment light The combination of aperture and shutter speed can be changed without affecting the memorized exposure value. sensitivity distribution

77-segment multi-pattern metering Hyper control system

In the AF.C (Continuous) mode, up to 30 JPEG-format images can be captured in a single sequence, while the shutter-release mode is selectable between Focus-Priority and Advance-Speed- Designed for optimum precision, solid response and Priority. outstanding reliability, the shutter unit can withstand more than 100,000 shutter releases.

1/8000-second high-speed shutter High-speed shooting at seven images per second

77 Segment multi-pattern metering High-speed continuous shooting at seven for unfailing exposure, even with images per second to preserve the most high-contrast scenes and backlit subjects dramatic moment of high-speed action The K-5 II’s sophisticated metering system divides the image The K-5 II features high-speed continuous shooting at a field into 77 segments to accurately and comprehensively maximum speed of seven images per second. The shock measure the lighting condition over the entire image field. and repercussion caused by the mirror’s swing-up/down As the result, this system minimizes the adverse effect of action has been greatly reduced. As the result, the precision point light sources, and prevents excessive underexposure of AF and AE operation has been improved, while image of subjects in backlight. The K-5 II also provides center- shake in the viewfinder and shutter noise have been weighted metering and spot metering as options. minimized.

Hyper control system Live View shooting for effortless image for flexible control of light and shadow composition on the LCD monitor With the PENTAX-original Hyper Control system, the Hyper With a single push of the LV (Live View) button on the Program (P) mode is designed for easy control of depth camera’s back panel, you can instantly switch from of field and subject movement, while the Hyper Manual viewfinder shooting to live-view shooting. (M) mode provides instant switching to manual exposure operation. The K5 II also offers Sensitivity-Priority (Sv)* and Note: When the mode dial is set to Movie position, the LV button is used to set Shutter-speed/Aperture-Priority (TAv)** modes as creative the movie stand-by mode. options. Sv: When the user sets the desired ISO sensitivity, the camera automatically Grid display selects the optimum combination of aperture and shutter speed for normal During Live View shooting, three different grid patterns can exposure. TAv: When the user sets the desired aperture and shutter speed, the camera be displayed on the screen: Golden Section to provide automatically selects the optimum ISO sensitivity for normal exposure. the ideal, most stable segmentation pattern; 16 Segment to facilitate precise alignment of horizontal and vertical lines; and Scale convenient for fixed-point observation and 1/8000-second high-speed shutter aerial/astronomical photography. to freeze the decisive moment The K-5 II incorporates a high-speed, high-precision shutter AF modes unit with a top speed of 1/8000 second, which allows you The K-5 II offers a choice of three different AF modes during to freeze the split-second action of a fast-moving subject Live View shooting: Phase-matching AF used in viewfinder sharply and vividly. When coupled with large-aperture shooting; Contrast AF to shift a focus point to the desired AF lenses, this high-speed shutter allows you to open up the sensor in the image field; and Face Recognition AF (Face aperture to throw the background out of focus, even in Recognition & Contrast AF) for automatic detection of the bright locations. subject’s face. 15 PowerShooting for ShootingFunctionTexte

Golden 16 Section Segment Scale

Live View grid patterns

Tilted to the right Tilted to the left

When displayed on the LCD monitor, the digital level indicates the horizontal tilt with a bar graph at the bottom, and vertical tilt with a bar graph at right. The digital level can be set for instant recall with a push The user can segment a movie clip or remove on the RAW/Fx button via a custom function. Conceptual image of the K-5 II with an external microphone (third-party product). unwanted sections.

Full HD movie recording (with stereo sound) Frame editing functions Digital level

Full HD movie recording Frame editing functions for high-resolution movie clips for effortless PC-free movie editing

The K-5 II’s Full HD movie recording function offers You can segment a recorded movie clip or remove many benefits of SLR photography, including high- unwanted sections while viewing the clip on the LCD sensitivity shooting, interchangeable lenses with monitor, without the help of a personal computer. You can distinctive perspective and rendition, and a beautiful even pick a single frame of a movie clip and save it as a bokeh (out-of-focus) effect. This helps you to capture separate JPEG-format file. personalized, high-definition movies. Digital level for accurate detection of

Image size Pixels Aspect ratio Frame rate horizontal and vertical tilt

25fps The K-5 II’s digital level detects the horizontal and vertical 30fps tilt of the camera with great accuracy. It comes in handy when a base line is not evident, such as with landscapes 25fps and nightscapes, or when you want to eliminate vertical tilt 30fps to keep an accurate record of the subject’s proportions or 25fps to prevent unintentional shift of a focus point in the image field.

Interval shooting for fixed-point observation of constantly changing subjects

Since this function automatically captures images at a fixed interval, it comes in handy for recording the transition Cross Process Digital filter (Retro) of a particular subject or event, such as the blossoming of a flower, the hatching of a butterfly, or a sunrise. You can preprogram the starting time, interval and number of images to be captured (up to 999 images). The camera’s power is automatically turned on, even when the auto power-off function is engaged.

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Digital filters HDR function to add artistic visual eects to assure worry-free handheld shooting

Digital filters let you add various visual effects to dramatize The K-5 II’s HDR (High Dynamic Range) function takes a your images. The K-5 II offers a choice of 18 digital filters set of three images at normal, under- and over-exposure, during playback (including a Custom filter) or eight filters then picks properly exposed areas from the original set during shooting. You can even apply as many as 20 filters to synthesize them into a single image.* Since the K-5 II to a single image, while adjusting parameters of each automatically compensates for slight misalignment of the filter independently. By combining these filters with Custom composition among the three original images,** you can Images, you have countless creative options to produce take advantage of this convenient function even during highly creative, personalized artworks. handheld shooting. Note: Digital filters cannot be used when the camera is set in the RAW or RAW+JPEG mode. * Images must be recorded in the JPEG recording format. The HDR function is not available when the camera is set in the RAW+JPEG mode. ** The automatic position adjustment function may not yield the desired effect under certain conditions, including excessive misalignment of the three images, certain lens focal lengths and particular subject patterns.

In-body RAW data development Multiple exposure to apply the desired finishing touch to simplify a complicated shooting technique

The K-5 II offers in-body development of RAW-format files, The K-5 II lets you capture multiple images (two to nine) with the developed files saved as separate TIFF or JPEG and synthesize them into a single, eye-catching image files. You can even adjust the white balance and Custom with great ease. After every shutter release, the camera Image parameters during RAW data development. Since repeats the process of synthesizing recorded images this provides a PC-free environment, you can work on your and balancing their exposures (when the auto exposure RAW files anywhere and any time. control function is activated), then instantly displays the result on the LCD monitor. After every shutter release, the camera repeats the process of synthesizing recorded images and balancing their exposures (when the auto exposure control function is activated), then instantly displays the result on the LCD monitor.

Posterization Watercolor Sketch Extract Color

Digital filters available during shooting and playback: Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Color, Soft, Twinkle, Fisheye, Custom Digital filters available during playback only: Monochrome, Color, Sketch, Watercolor, Pastel, Slim, Miniature, HDR, Posterization, Base Makeup

Digital filters

In-body RAW data development

The camera selects properly exposed areas from three images, and synthesizes them into a single image.

You can produce a creative, eye-catching image while checking recorded images on Underexposure (-3 EV) Normal exposure Overexposure (+3 EV) the LCD monitor (during Live View shooting).

HDR (High Dynamic Range) shooting Multiple exposure

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USER mode for instant recall of desired functions Other functions You can register up to five different combinations in the Extended-exposure NR (Noise Reduction), USER mode, while assigning a set of theme-oriented camera with a choice of Auto, On and Off settings. functions, such as the shooting mode, exposure mode and Expanded bracketing to automatically capture an Custom Image mode, to each combination. This saves the time image with three different finishing touches (a set of and trouble of resetting the camera before every shooting three images recorded and saved with a single shutter session. release). RAW/Fx button Exposure compensation (±5 EV) to capture Positioned for easy access with the left thumb, this button can highand low-key images. be used for temporary switching of a recording format, or Auto bracketing (2, 3 or 5 images selectable) to for one-push recall of a frequently used function such as auto capture the subject at different exposure levels (with a bracketing and digital level. one-push bracketing mode to take all the images with a single shutter release). Button/dial customization Built-in auto flash (manual pop-up type), with a to fine-tune the K-5 II guide number of approximately 13 (at ISO 100/m), a flash synchronization speed of 1/180 second, a You can assign desired functions to various controls positioned discharge angle covering a 28mm lens (in the 35m around the camera body including; the front/rear e-dials, format) and a discharge level control function AF button, RAW/Fx button and preview lever, to meet your Status screen to display a list of all shooting personal preferences. The customization process is simple and functions. effortless, as you can select desired functions and confirm them Control panel to allow intuitive setting of shooting at a glance in the on-screen menus. functions. O-GPS 1 GPS Unit (optional accessory) Recording of copyright information, to prevent for active outdoor shooting and unauthorized alternation and third-party use of easy image file management recorded images. 27 Custom functions to personalize camera By mounting the O-GPS1 GPS unit onto the K-5 II’s hotshoe, you functions to user preference. can record the latitude, longitude and altitude of a shooting location, universal time, and the camera’s precise direction on a captured image. You can even check position data and create image maps on your computer.

You can register as many as 26 functions to each USER mode combination. You can preserve the current combination, or reassign a new set of functions to a particular combination, with great ease and RAW/Fx button menu screen E-dial/green button menu screen efficiency.

USER mode & RAW/Fx button Button/dial customization

O-GPS1 mounted on the K-5 II

Photo data: ISO 1600; 300 sec.; F5.6; smc PENTAX-DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL[IF] SDM (Image taken with the K-5)

This function records the camera’s precise This function displays the direction and Coupled with the camera’s SR mechanism, this function simplifies the tracing and photographing of celestial bodies. direction in relation to true north. Coupled distance from the current position to a given Since the SR unit automatically rotates in synchronization with the movement of celestial bodies during extended with the location data, you can check the exact destination. Useful in finding scouted shooting exposures, it records all celestial bodies as solid points rather than blurry streaks, without requiring an equatorial location of shooting and the exact direction the spots or revis iting previous shooting locations. telescope. camera was pointed at the time of shooting.

O-GPS1 GPS Unit

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Magnesium alloy casing and stainless DR II (Dust Removal II) mechanism steel chassis for exceptional rigidity, to eliminate dust spots with outstanding durability and reduced weight supersonic vibration The K-5 II’s magnesium alloy casing not only is rigid, This innovative mechanism removes all dust particles lightweight and shock-resistant, but also provides clinging to the CMOS image sensor unit using supersonic outstanding electromagnetic shielding. Its chassis, which vibrations. Driven by a piezoelectric element, the anti- houses core components including the mirror box, is made aliasing filter (made of optical glass in the K-5 II) vibrates of high-rigidity, corrosion-resistant stainless steel. As a unit, at supersonic speed — approximately 60,000 to 90,000 the K-5 II’s body has been built with the durability and times per second — to effectively shake off even sticky strength to withstand years of heavy-duty use. dust particles.

Dustproof, weather-resistant construction Dust alert system and AW/WR-series lenses to assure solid for early detection and efficient removal performance under demanding outdoor of dust particles conditions This system detects dust particles clinging to the CMOS The K-5 II’s magnesium alloy casing not only is rigid, image sensor, and indicates their position on the LCD lightweight and shock-resistant, but also provides monitor. Once the dust particles have been identified, outstanding electromagnetic shielding. Its chassis, which they can be easily removed on the spot by activating houses core components including the mirror box, is made the DR II mechanism, through the use of a dust blower, of high-rigidity, corrosion-resistant stainless steel. As a unit, or by using the optional O-ICK1 Image-Sensor Cleaning the K-5 II’s body has been built with the durability and Kit. strength to withstand years of heavy-duty use.

* AW stands for All Weather, while WR stands for Water Resistant. Cold resistance down to -10°C for solid, dependable performance at freezing temperatures All Weather Weather Resistant The K-5 II has been subjected to a series of cold-resistance tests at freezing temperatures down to -10°C. Every single operation was closely examined during these tests, including the operational stability of electronic circuits, the operating precision of mechanical parts, the strength and response of optical components, and the fluctuation of battery voltage. That’s why the K-5 II always delivers solid, dependable performance, even for shooting sessions in freezing environments.

Note: Battery performance declines as the temperature goes down. When shooting in cold environments, the user is advised to carry spare batteries and keep them warm by storing them in an inside pocket.

SMC PENTAX DA* 55mm F1.4 SDM

SMC PENTAX DA* 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

Magnesium alloy casing and stainless steel chassis Special seals applied to the K-5II body and AW/WR lenses

Anti-aliasing filter No. 1

Piezoelectric Anti-aliasing filter No. 2 element (UV/IR-cut filter)

CMOS image sensor

The piezoelectric element, which generates supersonic vibration, is mounted on the first layer (anti-aliasing filter No. 1) of the double-layer anti-aliasing filter unit. (conceptual image)

K-5 II’s DR II mechanism Dust alert system Cold resistance down to –10°C

19 Anti-aliasing filterless-free model

An anti-aliasing filter installed in front of the image sensor can effectively suppress false colour and moiré, but it often obscures the subject’s outlines. The K-5 IIs has been designed without an anti-aliasing filter to optimize image quality, by placing the priority on image resolution over all other factors. This exclusive model brings out the full potential of the image sensor’s resolving power to deliver exceptionally sharp, fine-detailed images. Comparison of image resolution

The K-5 IIs is ideal for applications with a special need for sharpness, such as landscape photography.

K-5 IIs’s DR II mechanism What are false colours and moiré?

By vibrating the optical glass panel at With some subjects and in certain conditions, images taken with the K-5 IIs may have noticeable false colours and moiré. These supersonic speed, this mechanism assures problems, however, can be solved by closing down the aperture or changing the distance to the subject. dust-cleaning efficiency equivalent to that of the K-5 II’s DR II mechanism.

Cross-section view of image sensor

Optical glass panel

UV/IR-cut filter

Piezoelectric element

Sample of CMOS image sensor false color Sample of moiré 20 PENTAX K-5 IIs with SMC PENTAX FA 77mm F1.8 Limited; Aperture: F8.0; Shutter speed: 1/200 sec.; Exposure compensation: -0.3 EV; Sensitivity: ISO 200; White balance: daylight; Custom Image: Reversal Film

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22 hooting TextePENTAX K-mount Lenses

PENTAX K-mount lenses An extensive lineup of PENTAX K-mount lenses, complemented by new lens coatings. The K-5 II’s in-body SR mechanism is compatible with all PENTAX interchangeable lenses.

The SMC PENTAX series passes down the tradition and legacy of the acclaimed K mount to the future.

(For digital SLRs only) (For digital SLRs only)

SMC PENTAX-DA-50-135mm F2.8ED[IF] SDM SMC PENTAX-DA 50-135mm F2.8ED[IF] SDM

Consisting of super-high-performance, large-aperture models, this series features a smooth, quiet AF mechanism driven by a supersonic drive motor (SDM) and the same dustproof, weather-resistant performance as the camera body.

(For digital SLRs only)

SMC PENTAX-DA21mm F3.2AL Limited

This series consists of ultra-thin, unifocal lenses with a distinctive visual rendition and a unique perspective based on the discerning observation of professional photographers. All models feature a precision-machined aluminum lens barrel.

(For digital and 35mm-format SLRs)

SMC PENTAX-DA18-135mm F3.5-5.6ED AL[IF] DC WR SMC PENTAX-DA18-135mm F3.5-5.6ED AL[IF] DC WR Consisting of standard-class lenses, this series provides superb image quality and outstanding operability with a compact, lightweight body. The WR series of simplified weather-resistant models belong to this group.

NEW SMC PENTAX-DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3ED SDM A high-magnification zoom lens SMC PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100mmF2.8 WR accommodating all types of applications This series features a large This versatile zoom lens offers an extra-wide 15-times zoom ratio to image circle that even covers the cover from focal lengths from wide angle to telephoto. With its SDM- 35mm film format, and includes driven AF mechanism, it assures smooth, quiet autofocus operation. two macro lenses capable of high-resolution, life-size close-up photography.

NEW This super-telephoto lens features the state-of-the-art HD Coating, HD PENTAX: A new, super- which optimizes light transmittance high-performance lens series while minimizing reflections, and featuring the state-of-the-art a dependable dustproof, weather- optical technologies resistant construction. HD PENTAX-DA 560mm F5.6ED AW

Note: For more details on lenses and accessories, please refer to our Lens & Accessory brochure, or access to the PENTAX web site. 23 Accessory System

K-5 II/K-5 IIs system chart Strap Flash system

TR power AF540 AF360 AF200 AF160 pack III FGZ FGZ FG FC Lens system Converter Neck strap Converter AF 1,7x

DA-series lenses

Wrist strap Converter Clamp Hot shoe Hot shoe A 1.4 X-S adaptater F adaptater 2P

DFA-series lenses

Converter A 2 X-S Off-camera Hot shoe Synchro cord F5P adapter F adaptater FG

FA/FA J-series lenses Converter A 1.4 X-L Data Storage

Finder accessories A-series lenses Converter A 2 X-L Eyecup MII Eyecup FR O-ME53 (standard accessory) Magnifier eyecup

Refconverter A Magnifier FB Diopter correction lens M

Adapter K Adapter K 67-system for 67-system 645-system for 645-system lenses lenses lenses lenses

MF-60 ML-60 MI-60 ME-60 (Standard accessory) (AF cross-lined matte) (AF scale matte) (All surface matte)

S-mount Mount Spotting PF-CA35 lenses adapter K scope Camera adapter

Power Supply

Battery D-LI90 Interfaces Others accessories

Battery charger K-BC90 Software S-SW107

PENTAX Digital TM USB cable AV cable HDMI cable Camera Utility 4 I-USB107 Type C mini Digital External microphone spotmeter O-GPS1 GPS unit Cable AC (commercial product)

Battery drawer

Sensor cleaning Lens cleaning kit Protection films kit 0-ICK1 for 3'' LCD screen

Battery grip D-BG4 Protection Remote control system

O-RC1 CS-205 AC adapter Cable switch Remote control F Waterproof kit K-AC120 remote control

DSLR bag Crossover bag Neoprene case

24 Terminology

Hotshoe

EV compensation button Built-in flash Mode dial lock button Strap lug Model dial ISO button AE metering mode lever Trigger External microphone terminal Shutter release button Strap lug

Front e-dial X-sync terminal Flash pop-up button AF assist light RAW/Fx button Lens mount index Mirror Card cover

Self-timer lamp Focus mode lever /Remote control receiver AF coupler Lens unlock button

Lens information contacts

Speaker Microphone Viewfinder (Playback) button LCD panel (Delete) button Image plane indicator Mini HDMI terminal (type C) AE-L button Rear e-dial PC/AV terminal Green button Self-timer lamp/ DC input terminal Remote control receiver

AF point dial (Live View) button OK button

LCD Monitor Card access lamp

INFO button Cable release terminal

MENU button (Four-way) controller

Note: In these illustrations, the camera is shown with a body mount cap, a hotshoe cover and strap rings removed.

Viewfinder LCD panel display display

1 Shutter speed 11 Flash mode 13 File format 2 Aperture value :Flash charged :RAW 3 Multiple exposure (Flash recommendation with blinks) :RAW+JPEG 4 Mirror-up :Red-eye reduction 14 Remaining image 5 EV bar scale/Digital level :Auto discharge storage capacity 6 EV compensation/Auto bracketing :Slow-shutter sync USB connection 1 AF frame 815In-focus indicator AE metering 7 Battery level :Trailing-curtain sync mode 2 Spot metering frame 916EV bar scale Shake reduction 8 Flash exposure compensation :Wireless sync Pc-S:MSC mode 3 AF point 10ISO/ISO AUTO 17 Flash exposure compensation 9 ISO/exposure compensation value 12 Drive mode Pc-P:PTP mode 4 Flash indicator 11Sensitivity/Remaining 18 EV compensation/Auto bracketing 10 ISO/ISO AUTO : AF Single 5 Manual focus 12AE lock 19 File format :AF Continuous 6 Shutter speed 13 AF point shift :Self-timer 7 Aperture value 14 Multiple exposure :Remote control

Still image recording format and capacity (Approximate data using a 4GB memory card) [Number of images] memory cards: Image size [Panasonic/Toshiba/SanDisk memory cards] (Recorded pixels) SD memory cards: 1GB, 2GB Quality level SDHC memory cards: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB SDXC memory cards: 64GB [SanDisk memory cards] SDXC memory cards: 128GB Format d’enregistrement d’image et capacités (données approximatives en utilisant une carte mémoire de 4 Go) Notes: Frame rate !"! SD memory card is recommended for movie recording, as (Recorded pixels) the recording may terminate during recording when the #!##$## Quality level conducted by PENTAX for the convenience of users. PENTAX does not guarantee their performance under any circumstances.

25 Specification

MODEL DESCRIPTION BUILT-IN FLASH Type Type: Built-in retractable P-TTL pop-up flash. Guide number: Approx. 12 (at ISO 100/m). Angle of view TTL autofocus, auto-exposure digital SLR camera with a built-it retractable P-TTL flash. coverage: wide-angle lens equivalent to 28mm in 35mm format. Lens mount: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount (with AF coupler, lens information contacts and power contacts). Flash modes: P-TTL, Red-eye reduction, slow-speed sync, trailing curtain sync. High-speed sync and wireless Compatible lens sync also available with a PENTAX dedicated external flash. KAF3-, KAF2-(power zoom compatible), KAF-, KA-mount lenses. Sync speed: 1/180 sec. Flash exposure compensation: -2.0 EV to +1.0 EV. IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT CAPTURE FUNCTIONS Image sensor: Primary color filter, CMOS; Size: 23.7mm x 15.7mm. Custom images: Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Monochrome, Reversal Film, Bleach Effective pixels: approx. 16.28 megapixels. Bypass. Noise reduction: Slow-shutter-speed NR, high-sensitivity NR. Dynamic range settings: Highlight Total pixels: Approx. 16.93 megapixels. correction, shadow correction. Lens correction: Distortion correction, lateral chromatic aberration correction. Dust removal: DR II image-sensor cleaning mechanism with supersonic vibration. Cross process: shuttle, preset 1~3, favorite 1~3. Digital filters: Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Sensitivity (Standard output): AUTO: ISO 100 to 12800 (adjustable at 1 EV, 1/2 Color, Soft, Starburst, Fish-eye, Custom. HDR: Auto, standard, strong 1, strong 2, strong 3; Automatic composition EV or 1/3 EV steps; expandable to ISO 80 to 51200). correction available. Multiple exposure: Number of images: 2 to 9; Auto EV adjustment available. Image stabilizer: Sensor-shift shake reduction; ±3 EV (The effect may vary depending on the lens Horizon Correction: SR on: correction up to ±1 degree; SR off: correction up to ±2 degrees. Composition and/or shooting conditions). adjustment: Adjustment range: ±1.5mm (±1.0mm when rotated) horizontally and vertically. Rotating range: ±1 degree. Extended bracketing: Adjustment of white balance, saturation, hue, high/low key, contrast, FILE FORMATS sharpness. Interval shooting: Capture interval setting: 1 sec. to 24 hr. Start interval setting: immediate or Recording format: RAW (PENTAX-original/DNG), JPEG (Exif. 2.30) compliant, DCF2.0 compliant. designated time. Number of images: up to 999 images. Digital level: Displayed in viewfinder (horizontal Recorded pixels: JPEG: 16M (4928 x 3264, 10M (3936 x 2624), 6M (3072 x 2048), 2M (1728 x 1152); detection only); displayed on LCD monitor (horizontal and vertical directions). RAW : 16M (4928 x 3264). Quality level: RAW (14 bit): PEF, DNG; JPEG: **** (Premium), *** (Best), ** (Better), * (Good); RAW and MOVIE JPEG images simultaneously recordable. File format: Motion JPEG (AVI). Color space: sRGB, AdobeRGB. Storage media: SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards. Recorded pixels: Full HD (1920 x 1080, 16:9, 25 fps.), HD (1280 x 720, 16:9, 30 fps./ 25 fps.), Storage folder: Date (100_1018, 100_1019 ...) and PENTAX (100PENTX, 101PENTX ...). VGA (640 x 480, 4:3, 30 fps./25 fps.). Quality level: *** (Best), ** (Better), * (Good). FINDER Sound: Built-in monaural microphone; external stereo microphone terminal. Type: Pentaprism finder. Field of view coverage: Approx. 100%. Recording time: Up to 25 min. Recording stops automatically when the camera’s internal temperature becomes Magnification: Approx. 0.92X (with 50mm F1.4 at infinity). too high. Eye-relief length: Approx. 21.7mm (from the view window), approx. 24.5mm (from the center of lens). Custom images: Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Monochrome, Reversal Film, Bleach Diopter adjustment: Approx. –2.5 to +1.5M-1. Bypass. Focusing screen: Interchangeable Natural-Bright Matte III focusing screens. Cross process: shuttle, preset 1~3, favorite 1~3. Digital filters: Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Color, Color. LIVE VIEW Type: TTL method using CMOS image sensor. Focusing mechanism: Contrast detection + face recognition, PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS contrast detection, phase detection. Playback view: Single frame, image composition, multi-image display (4, 9, 16, 36 or 81 segmentation), Display: Field of view: Approx. 100%; magnified view (2X, 4X, 6X in AF; 2X, 4X, 6X, 8X, 10X in MF), grid display magnification (up to 32X, scrolling and quick magnification available), image rotation, histogram display (16 Segment, Golden Section, Scale), bright/dark area warning, histogram. (Y histogram, RGB histogram), bright/dark area warning, auto image rotation, detailed information display, copyright information display (photographer, copyright holder), folder display, calendar filmstrip display, slide LCD MONITOR show. Type: TFT wide-view color LCD monitor with AR Coating and Air Gapless tempered glass panel. Delete: Single image, all images, selected images, folders, instant review image. Size: 3.0 inches. Dots: Approx. 921,000 dots. Adjustment: Brightness and colors adjustable. Digital filters: Toy Camera, Monochrome, Retro, Color, High Contrast, Soft, Extract Color, Starburst, Sketch, Water Color, Fish-eye, Pastel, Slim, Miniature, HDR, Posterization, Base Parameter Adjustment, Custom. WHITE BALANCE RAW development: File format (JPEG/TIFF), custom image, white balance, sensitivity, high-sensitivity NR, Auto: Measured by a combination of CMOS sensor and light-source detection sensor. shadow correction. Preset modes: Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D: daylight color; N: daylight white; W: cool white; Edit: Resize, cropping (aspect ratio changeable; tilt correction available), index, movie edit (segmentation or L: warm white), Tungsten, Flash, CTE, Manual. deletion of selected frames), capture of JPEG still image from a movie. Manual: Configuration on monitor (up to 3 settings can be saved), color temperature (up to 3 settings can be saved), copying white balance settings of a captured image. CUSTOMIZATION Fine adjustment: Adjustable in ±7 steps on A-B axis and G-M axis. USER mode: Up to 5 settings can be saved. Custom functions: 27 items. Mode memory: 13 items. Custom button: RAW/Fx button (one-push file format, auto bracketing, digital preview, digital level), FOCUSING SYSTEM composition adjustment, GPS); AF button (enable AF, cancel AF). Type: TTL phase-matching autofocus. Text size: standard, large. World time: Local time settings for 75 cities (28 time zones). Focus sensor: SAFOX X with 11 points (9 cross-type points in the middle). Language: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Brightness range: EV –3 to 18 (at ISO 100). Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional, simplified), Japanese. AF modes: AF Single (AF.S): Focus- or shutter-release-priority mode; AF Continuous (AF.C): Focus- or FPS-priority AF fine adjustment: ±10 steps; uniform adjustment and individual adjustment (up to 20 settings can be saved). mode. Copyright information: Names of photographers or copyright holders are embedded to the image file. Focus point selection modes: Auto (5 AF points), Auto (11 AF points), Select (Expanded area AF available), Revision history can be checked using the provided software. Spot. AF assist light: Dedicated LED AF assist light. POWER SUPPLY Battery type: D-LI90P Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery. AC adapter: K-AC132J AC Adapter Kit (optional). EXPOSURE CONTROL Battery life: Number of recordable images: approx. 740 images* (with 50% flash usage); approx. 960 images Type: TTL open-aperture 77-segment metering. Metering modes: Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted (without flash usage).* Playback time: approx. 440 min. metering, Spot metering. Metering range: EV 0 to 22 (at ISO 100, with 50mm F1.4). * Tested in compliance with CIPA standards using a fully charged rechargeable lithium-ion battery at the Exposure modes: Auto Picture (Green), Program (P), Sensitivity Priority (Sv), Shutter Priority (Sv), Aperture temperature of 23°C. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting conditions/circumstances. Priority (Av), Shutter & Aperture Priority (TAv), Manual (M), Bulb (B), X-sync. EV compensation: ±5 EV (1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps selectable). INTERFACES AE lock: Button type with timer mechanism (AE locked twice the metering operating time set in Custom Function); Connection ports: USB 2.0 (high-speed compatible)/AV output terminal, DC input terminal, cable release AE locked as long as the shutter release button is pressed halfway.) socket, X-sync socket, mini HDMI output terminal, stereo microphone input terminal. UBS connection: MSC/PTP. Video output format: NTSC/PAL. SHUTTER Type: Electronically controlled vertical-run focus-plane shutter. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Shutter speed: Auto: 1/8000 to 30 sec.; Manual: 1/8000 to 30 sec. (1/3 EV or 1/2 EV steps); Bulb. Dimensions: approx. 131mm (W) x 97mm (H) x 72.5mm (D) (excluding protrusions). Weight: approx. 760g (with dedicated battery and SD memory card); approx. 680g (body only). DRIVE MODE Model selection: Single frame, continuous (Hi, Lo), self-timer (12 sec., 2 sec.), remote control (immediate., 3 sec., continuous), auto bracketing (2, 3 or 5 images), auto bracketing + self-timer, mirror-up, mirror-up + remote control. Continuous shooting: Continuous Hi: approx. 7.0 fps. up to 30 images in JPEG (16M, Best, ISO 100), or up to 20 images in RAW. Continuous Lo: approx. 1.6 fps. until SD memory card capacity is full in JPEG (16M, Best, ISO 100), or up to 40 images in RAW.

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26 Exclusive software to simplify image filing, viewing and editing

The K-5 II comes with PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 — an all-in-one software package providing an extensive range of image filing, viewing and editing functions. Designed based on the renowned SILKYPIX image development engine,** this high-performance software processes RAW-format files with great speed and efficiency. It also offers easy customization to your preferences: For instance, you can create a separate control panel for each tab, and move frequently used functions to the most accessible, convenient location.

Main window configuration System requirements The following system requirements must be met in order to install and use the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 software:

[OS] Windows XP (SP 3 or later), Windows Vista, or [OS] Mac OS X 10.4.11, 10.5, 10.6 or 10.7. [CPU] Windows 7; The system will operate as a 32-bit application Z~Z‹•|%‡@‹”' ‘‡’Z“Z|$‡@‹”' 2 Duo processor 2. 0GHz or later recommended; C ore 2 Du o pr ocessor or later recommended). [Memory] Universal Binary compatible). [Memory] 2.0GB o r 2.0GB or more (3.0GB or more recommended). [Hard more (4.0GB or more recommended). [Hard disk disk space] 1GB for more (8GB or more recommended). space] 1GB or more (8GB or more recommended). [Monitor] 1280 x 800 dots or better (1920 x 1200 or [Monitor] 1024 x 768 dots or better (1920 x 1200 dots better recommended; 24-bit full-color (approx. 1,6770,000 or better recommended); 24-bit full-color (approx. colors) display. [Others] Standard USB 2.0 port. 1,6770,000 colors) display. [Others] Standard USB 2.0 port.

Notes: Notes: Display settings above are preset based on the Laboratory set. The operating system must be pre-installed in the computer, and updated to the latest version. The user has the choice of displaying or closing tab pages in the control panels, The system requirements described above do not necessarily guarantee proper operations and can also customize their display positions. with all computers.

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