It isn't long after a DSLR hits the streets that its manufacturer begins to release software updates, tweaking the firmware and improving the overall operation in the process. For example, Pentax has come forth today to let us know that they have updated the firmware of their K-5 DSLR to version 1.01. Of course, seeing how ...
Like the update for the Panasonic DMC-G2, the Pentax K-5 is also getting an update. Pentax recently updated the K-5 with version 1.01. It's main feature is that it can capture 20 RAW images in a burst, instead of the eight that it has now. Then there is the "improved stability for ...
According to Engadget, Pentax's Optio RZ10 looked pretty solid as a concept since its appearance at Photokina but a recent review from the Photography Blog revealed some serious flaws in this camera. While the reviewers seemed to be pleased with its handling, build quality and price, they were quite unimpressed with its image quality. Furthermore, ...
Pentax Imaging Systems is presenting consumers with a cashback promotion on two of its latest DSLR cameras. If you purchase a Pentax K-r or a Pentax K-5 between now and January 15, 2011, then you'll get a cashback of £70-£120 or €80-€150, according to the cameras' model and configuration. However, January 31, 2011 ...
Today, Engadget decided to comment on Photography Blog's recent review of Pentax's latest entry-level DSLR, the K-r. In terms of other Pentax models, the K-r fits somewhere between the K-x and K-7 and does it quite well, according to Photography Blog. So, the reviewers loved the compact design, which they said is helpful ...
Pentax has released a firmware update for the K-5 DSLR camera that we mentioned a few months ago. The firmware update brings 2 new improvements to the K-5 camera, more specifically: overall stability has been improved, and more images can be captured using RAW mode and continuous shooting.
Optio LS1000 is the codename of the new digital camera made by Pentax that boasts a good set of features, including: - 3-inch LCD monitor; - optical zoom of 4x; - a 27.5mm wide angle lens; - 14-megapixel sensor; - able to record videos in HD; - automatic face detection; - able to shoot 16 photos in two seconds while in burst ...
We already mentioned the Pentax 645D camera a few weeks ago but at that time there wasn't any exact information about the price tag or release date. With that being said the Pentax 645D will become available in December 2010 and should cost $9,995.95. If you are interested in a lens, the PENTAX-D FA 645 55mm ...
Pentax has updated their medium format 645D over the years, and the newest edition is set to be released in the US later this year, Pentax confirmed. It will sport a medium format 40 megapixel sensor and will retail for $10,000, which is not bad, considering the size of the sensor and megapixel count.
Photokina is underway in Germany and Pentax hasn't wasted any time announcing the K-3 successor, called the K-5. It sports a 16.2 megapixel sensor, improved 11-point autofocus and 100 to 12800 ISO range, coupled with 7fps burst mode. It also shoots 1080/25p video. It'll be available later this year.
