Distinguished by enhanced processing and improved imaging capabilities, the K-1 Mark II from Pentax is the follow-up to their first full-frame flagship DSLR. Revolving around a 36.4MP CMOS sensor and PRIME IV image processor, the camera is capable of producing high-resolution stills at up to 4.4 fps along with recording Full HD video. The 14-bit image processor has been updated with a Ricoh-developed Accelerator Unit, which helps to reduce noise and increase clarity and color accuracy, as well as boost the sensitivity range up to ISO 819200 for working in low-light conditions. Also contributing to improved image quality is the 5-axis Shake Reduction system, which minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. This image stabilization system also enables Pixel Shift Resolution II, which leverages the movement of the sensor to record four sequential frames and merge them together in order to acquire greater color detail and resolution. Dynamic Pixel Shift Resolution also benefits from this technology, however lets you achieve similar results even when working handheld.
In addition to its distinct imaging assets, the K-1 Mark II is also characterized by its unique physical design. A stainless steel and magnesium-alloy body is especially robust and extensive weather-sealing makes this camera suitable for use in harsh climates and cold weather. The large pentaprism optical viewfinder affords 100% frame coverage and a high 0.7x magnification, and the rear 3.2" 1.04m-dot LCD sports a unique Cross-Tilt design for easy positioning to work at a variety of angles. Additionally, built-in Wi-Fi is available for wireless remote control and image transfer and built-in GPS permits geotagging your imagery for tracking your shots on an interactive map.
Pentax K-1 II Specs
Imaging
Lens Mount Pentax K
Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Pixels Actual: 36.77 Megapixel
Effective: 36.4 Megapixel
Maximum Resolution 7360 x 4912
Aspect Ratio 3:2
Sensor Type CMOS
Sensor Size 35.9 x 24 mm
Image File Format DNG, JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth 14-Bit
Image Stabilization Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 819200
Shutter Speed Mechanical Shutter
1/8000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb Mode
Metering Method Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Spot
Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range -3 to 20 EV
White Balance Auto, CTE, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (White), Manual, Multi Auto WB, Shade, Tungsten
Continuous Shooting Up to 4.4 fps at 36 MP for up to 17 Frames (Raw) / 70 Frames (JPEG)
Up to 3 fps at 36 MP for up to 20 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Up to 0.7 fps at 36 MP for up to 100 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Up to 6.4 fps at 15 MP for up to 50 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Up to 3 fps at 15 MP for up to 70 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Up to 1 fps at 15 MP for up to 100 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)
Interval Recording Yes
Self-Timer 2/12-Second Delay
Mirror Lock-Up Yes
Video
Recording Modes MOV/H.264
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 50i/59.94i
HD (1280 x 720) at 50p/59.94p
Recording Limit Up to 25 Minutes for Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Video Encoding NTSC/PAL
Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Stereo)
External Microphone Input
Focus
Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 33 (25 Cross-Type)
Autofocus Sensitivity -3 to +18 EV
Viewfinder and Monitor
Viewfinder Type Optical
Viewfinder Eye Point 20.6 mm
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.7x
Diopter Adjustment -3.5 to +1.2
Monitor Size 3.2"
Monitor Resolution 1,037,000 Dot
Monitor Type Tilting LCD
Flash
Built-In Flash No
Flash Modes Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-Eye Reduction, Hi-Speed Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction, TTL Auto, Wireless
Maximum Sync Speed 1/200 Second
Flash Compensation -2 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System TTL
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe, PC Terminal
Interface
Memory Card Slot Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Connectivity 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, DC Input, HDMI D (Micro), Wired Remote Port, PC Sync Socket, USB Micro-B (USB 2.0)
Wireless Wi-Fi
GPS Yes
Environmental
Operating Temperature 14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
Physical
Battery 1 x D-LI90 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1860 mAh
Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.4 x 4.3 x 3.4" / 136.5 x 110 x 85.5 mm
Weight 2.04 lb / 925 g (Body Only)