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By admin, on September 23rd, 2013
Update: We have confirmed news that upcoming pentax K-3 is a APS-C sensor based camera, the image above is of Pentax FullFrame DSLR, name not known yet.
Pentax Full Frame DSLR ( probably K3) Image Leaked today, Only a tight crop portion of pentax DSLR is visible that shows Full-Frame sensor and a compact design similar to Pentax entry level APS-C DSLRs.
See more rumors about pentax K-3, stay with us will will update you soon as we get any new information.
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By admin, on August 28th, 2013
Ricoh Imaging Announced 2 New Pentax-branded Flash Units, these flash are weather-resistant and features Built-in LED lights to support Video recording, the AF540FGZ II available at $629.95 at B&H Store and AF360FGZ II available at $429.95 at B&H Store.
Ricoh Imaging updated Pentax 5 DA Limited Primes with improved High-grade HD coating and circular aperture diaphragms / Round-shaped diaphragm for beautiful out-of-focus rendition. The List of lenses with updated price is below
HD PENTAX DA 40mm F2.8 Limited- $549.95
HD PENTAX DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited- $699.95
HD PENTAX DA 21mm F3.2 AL Limited- $699.95
HD PENTAX DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited- $749.95
HD PENTAX DA 70mm F2.4 Limited- $749.95
All these updated lenses are available from September 2013. For more details read the press release below,
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation Introduces Weather Sealed Flash Lineup Completing Weather Sealed Imaging System
New AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ II Feature Weather-Resistant Construction and LED Light for Video and Still-Image Capture
Denver, CO, August, 27, 2013 – Continuing its heritage of producing high-performance, rugged and weather-resistant imaging products, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation (Ricoh Imaging) today announced the launch of the new AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ II flash units for PENTAX branded interchangeable lens cameras. The introduction of these two new flash units extends Ricoh Imaging’s impressive family of weather sealed products.
As the final component in Ricoh Imaging’s comprehensive weather-sealed DSLR system, photographers are now equipped with capable tools that embolden them to extend the boundaries of outdoor photography. The new AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ II were designed with the active photographer in mind and feature significant upgrades like the PENTAX original weather sealing (AW) technology and a new constant light source, making them as robust and versatile as the PENTAX weather-sealed DSLRs and lenses that they will accompany.
“Ricoh Imaging continues to refine our capabilities when it comes to producing products that enhance the photographic experience for our customers,” said Jim Malcolm, Executive Vice President, Ricoh Imaging. “The introduction of the AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ gives consumers access to a complete weather-sealed system which will enable them to approach photography with one less limitation in mind, thereby defining a new behaviors while reducing the boundaries for photographers.”
With guide numbers of 178 at ISO 100/ft (54 at ISO 100/m) and 118 at ISO 100/ft (36 at ISO 100/m), respectively, the AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ II flashes provide a variety of advanced flash applications, including P-TTL auto flash, high-speed synchronization and wireless P-TTL auto flash. Additionally both units feature a LED light to act as a constant light source for video and long exposure photography, while quick recycle times of five seconds on the AF540FGZ II and two-and-a-half seconds on the AF360FGZ II ensure that a shot is never missed.
Pricing and Availability
The AF360FGZ II and AF540FGZ II will be available for purchase at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com and retail outlets nationwide in September 2013 for the suggested retail price of $429.95 and $629.95, respectively.
Major Features:
1. Dependable weather-resistant construction for demanding outdoor shooting
With 28 seals applied to crucial parts of the body, including the hotshoe, the new AF540FGZ II and AF360FGZ II feature highly dependable weather-resistant All Weather (AW) construction. When coupled with a PENTAX weather-sealed DSLR camera body and lens, the user can create a highly reliable weather-resistant digital imaging system that assures solid performance even in harsh outdoor conditions, such as in the rain or at locations subject to splashes and dust.
2. LED light convenient for movie and still-image recording
Both models incorporate a newly designed, high-intensity constant light LED. This white LED light comes in handy not only for close-distance movie recording, but also for still-image shooting requiring extended exposures. It also functions as a catch light in portraiture and an AF assist light in the dark.*
* The AF assist light function is available with 645D, K-r, K-5, K-30, K-5 II, K-5 II s, K-50 and K-500 camera bodies. The camera’s firmware must be updated to the latest version to support this function.
3. User-friendly function settings
The user can customize the flash operation by presetting as many as nine different flash functions to their preference, including the on/off of the catch-light function using the LED light and the choice of the flash discharge mode in still-image shooting.
4. Versatile flash control system
Both models provide a variety of flash discharge modes,** ranging from the advanced P-TTL auto flash mode in which the flash’s preliminary emission is detected by the camera’s light sensor to accurately control the main discharge level for proper exposure, to manual flash, high-shutter-speed synchronization and wireless P-TTL auto flash.
** Available flash discharge modes may vary depending on the camera body in use.
5. Other features
• Bounce flash function, adjustable to angles of -10 to 90 degrees vertically and up to 180 degrees horizontally (new in the 360-series flash)
• Power-zoom flash to cover angles of view from 24mm to 85mm lenses (in 35mm format)
• Built-in wide-angle panel that slides out to cover 20mm angle of view (in 35mm format)
• Automatic setting of discharge angle in combination with a PENTAX interchangeable-lens digital camera body
• Multi flash emission function available
• Shorter battery recharge time
♦Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation Introduces Five HD PENTAX DA Limited Lenses
New Lenses feature enhanced performance with high-grade HD coating and rounded diaphragms for stunning bokeh effects
DENVER, CO, August 27, 2013 –Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation (Ricoh Imaging) is pleased to announce the introduction of five new HD PENTAX DA Limited lenses. The acclaimed HD PENTAX DA Limited series of prime lenses, specifically designed for the PENTAX K-mount DSLR cameras includes the HD PENTAX DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited, HD PENTAX DA 21mm F3.2 AL Limited, HD PENTAX DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited, HD PENTAX DA 40mm F2.8 Limited and HD PENTAX DA 70mm F2.4 Limited, elevating optical design and performance.
Touting highly-enhanced optical performance the HD PENTAX DA Limited lenses feature treatments of both SP (Super Protect) coating and the PENTAX-original high-grade multi-layer HD (High Definition) coating, which assures much higher light transmittance than conventional multi-layer coatings delivering sharp, clear images with significantly reduced flare and ghosting, even under demanding, backlit conditions. All five lens models have also been upgraded with completely rounded aperture diaphragms at wide aperture settings for optimal optics performance and gorgeous bokeh effects.
“Ricoh Imaging continues to innovate and improve all aspects of photography,” said Jim Malcolm, Executive Vice President, Ricoh Imaging. “With an industry-leading 24 APS-C optimized lenses our family of K-mount DSLRs and lenses provides consumers with a system that has been fine-tuned and meticulously architected for optimal image output. And, with enhancements like HD coating, we are continuously helping consumers achieve more technically sound images.”
Inheriting the distinctive visual description and premium appearance of the lauded PENTAX Limited Lens series, the refreshed line of HD PENTAX DA Limited lenses features a meticulous finish in every detail, from the outstanding image rendition to the high-quality, hand-machined aluminum body, the refreshed lineup provides the utmost durability and elegant design.
Pricing and Availability
The HD PENTAX DA Limited Lens series will be available for purchase in a choice of black or silver at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com and retail outlets nationwide in September 2013 with the following suggested retail prices:
– HD PENTAX DA 40mm F2.8 Limited- $549.95
– HD PENTAX DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited- $699.95
– HD PENTAX DA 21mm F3.2 AL Limited- $699.95
– HD PENTAX DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited- $749.95
– HD PENTAX DA 70mm F2.4 Limited- $749.95
Major Features (common to all five models):
1. High-grade HD coating for exceptional image rendition
HD PENTAX DA Limited lenses are treated with HD coating,* a high-grade multi-layer lens coating that assures higher light transmittance and lower reflectance than conventional multi-layer coatings. As the result, HD PENTAX DA Limited lenses produce sharp, clear images free of flare and ghost images, even under such adverse lighting conditions as backlight.
* HD stands for High Definition, and signifies the lens’s capacity to reproduce images that excel in transparency, definition, resolution and rendition.
2. Round-shaped diaphragm for beautiful out-of-focus rendition
All lenses feature a completely round-shaped diaphragm to optimize the performance of their distinctive optics. This diaphragm produces a natural, beautiful bokeh (out-of-focus) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources.
3. Acclaimed Limited Lens-series qualities for distinctive visual description and a premium appearance
While inheriting the design concept of the Limited Lens series, these lenses were designed by combining a series of mechanical and numerical evaluations with human assessment of test-shooting samples to assure supreme image reproduction. Their optical design has been optimized for digital photography to deliver sharp, clear images with outstanding contrast, even at the maximum aperture. In addition, their lens barrel, hood and cap are all made of a high-grade aluminum material, hand-machined for perfect proportions and beautiful texture.
4. Enhanced exterior design signifying HD series
While inheriting traditional design features of DA PENTAX Limited Lenses the new HD PENTAX DA Limited lens series features a red anodized ring on the front of the focus ring to signify the presence of new HD PENTAX lens coating and enhance its exclusive appearance.
5. Other features
• SP (Super Protect) coating (already featured in four other lenses) has been applied to the HD PENTAX-DA 40mm F2.8 Limited to keep the front surface free of dust and stains.
• All the lenses come in a silver version in addition to the black version.
♦Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice.
By admin, on July 1st, 2013
We have done a lot of comparison review with other popular DSLRs, now its time for some lens recommendation, We will start from basic lens recommendation and then we will move towards bit advance mode for semi-pro and advance armature.
Basic Lens Recommendation for Pentax K-50
- Pentax K-50 DSLR – $699 (Amazon)
- With K-50 with 18-55mm Kit Lens – $779 (Amazon)
- Pentax K-50 with DA 18-135mm WR f3.5-5.6 Lens – $1099 (Amazon)
Recommended Ultra-Wide Angle Zoom Lens – Pentax DA 12-24mm f/4 ED AL (IF) Lens
Buy 12-24mm F4.0 Lens from Amazon.com | Amazon UK | The 12-24mm F4.0 is the best ultra wide angle lens available at pentax, the ultra wide angle lens features extra-low-dispersion (ED) glass elements and two aspherical lens elements, Quick-Shift Focus system for switiching bewteen MF to AF, he lens offers superior sharpness and color correction.
For best walk-around / Event Shooting Lens We have two options form pentax
1. Weather-sealed Zoom: Pentax DA* 16-50mm F2.8 – Highly Recommended
2. Zoom: Pentax 17-70mm F – Recommended
Buy Pentax 16-50mm F2.8 from Amazon.com | Amazon.uk |If money is not a problem we recommend you to buy Pentax SMC DA* Series 16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL IF, the lens is bulky and costly but features excellent image quality, the lens comes with three aspherical elements and two special optical glass elements, it compensate for chromatic and spherical aberration, producing images with superior contrast, clarity, and edge-to-edge sharpness. Other features include weather-resistant and dust-resistant construction and Quick-Shift Focus System for pro-use.
Best Macro Lens
Pentax 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens – Buy from Amazon.com | Amazon UKFeatures WR Weather Resistant design, high-grade optics and aluminum barrel with Weather-sealed design, the images are razor sharp and color contrast out is perfect. The lens is designed for pentax full frame camera.
Best Telephoto Lens – Pentax 55-300mm F4-5.8 (very good image quality and affordable)
Buy Pentax DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED Lens – Amazon.com | Amazon.ukThe 55-300mm lens is affordable and features very good image quality, the lens is very affordable focal length equivalent of 82.5 to 450mm in the 35mm format, making it ideal for moderate to long sports and wildlife shots.
See more about Pentax K-50 DSLR
By admin, on June 26th, 2013
Pentax K-50 is a successor of pentax K-30, does it have enough improvements? Should you upgrade from K-30 to K-50 ? Find out your answers…
The cores Specification almost look same but we have three new things
1.New Sensor
2.Improved Image Processor
3.WiFi (Eye-Fi SD card compatibility)
The new processor just improve the low light performance of the camera, the top continuous shooting speed and shutter range remains same.
Price difference:
K-50 with 18-55mm Kit lens – $776.95 – Pentax K-50 available at $700+ at Amazon | B&H
Pentax K-30 with 18-55mm kit lens – $796.95
Verdict: For new users we recommend Pentax K-50 DSLR, for K-30 owners we recommend you to wait for Pentax K-60 / next K series camera.
By admin, on June 22nd, 2013
 Pentax K-50 vs Nikon D5200 specification comparison review, Pentax K-50 features 16Mp sensor, ISO range upto 51200, 11 focus points and Fully Weather-Sealed Body Design, on the other hand Nikon D5200 features 24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor, Up To ISO 25600 and plastic body, take a look at the major difference below.
Sensor and Image Processor
Nikon D5200 features 24.1MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 3 image processor, native sensitivity up to ISO 6400, which is then further expandable to ISO 25600. D5200 can capture 24 MP (full-resolution) still images at a continuous rate of 5fps, maximum shutter speed of D5200 is 1/4000th of a second.
Pentax K-50 features 16.3 megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS sensor and PRIME M image processing engine, ISO Sensitivity from 100 to 51200, The speed afforded by the image processor enables continuous full-resolution – 16MP shooting up to 6 fps, a maximum shutter speed of 1/6000th of a second.
Big Pixels: 23 µm²(Pentax K-50) vs 15.3 µm²(Nikon D5200) – Pixel size measured in µm2 is the area of a singular pixel in the sensor. Bigger pixel leads to better pictures in higher ISO rates.
Image Stabilization: Pentax K-50 features In-body Image stabilization, No IS available in Nikon D5200.
AF System
Nikon D5200 features advance AF system, 39-point autofocus system, with nine cross-type sensors.
Pentax K-50 features a 11 points AF system with nine cross-type sensors.
Video:
Nikon D5200 offers better video recording options and 60fps shooting speed at Full HD.
Pentax K-50 limited to 30fps at Full HD.
Shutter
Pentax K-50 features fast continuous shooting speed, (5fps vs 6fps).
Pentax k-50 features more shutter range compared to D5200. (1/6000 vs 1/4000).
Display:
Both have same display size and screen resolution, but Nikon D5200 features Vari-angle display that swivels to nearly any position, pentax K-50 comes with fixed display unit.
Viewfinder: Pentax K-50 features Pentaprism (100%) viewfinder and Nikon D5200 features Pentamirror (95%), Pentax K-50 features bright and better viewfinder.
Verdict:
Highly Recommended: Based on Specification Comparison, If you are a Still+Video shooter we recommend you to buy Nikon D5200. Nikon D5200 features more megapixel, Advance AF system and better Video mode.
Recommended + If you are a still shooter(only) you can buy Pentax K-50. Pentax K-50 features better low light performance (High ISO range + In camera IS), better shutter speed and Fully Weather-Sealed Body Design, the 3 Major drawback of Pentax K-50 compared to D5200 is – less megapixel, low-end AF system and limited video mode.
Price / Buying options |
Pentax K-50 available at $700+ at Amazon | B&H
Buy Nikon D5200 from Amazon | | Amazon UK
By admin, on June 20th, 2013
 Pentax K-50 vs Nikon D3200, Pentax K-50 features 16Mp sensor, ISO range upto 51200, SAFOX IXi+ AF system utilizes 11 focus points, including nine cross-type sensors, polycarbonate-covered camera body that is supported by a stainless steel chassis, on the other hand Nikon D3200 features 24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor, Up To ISO 12800 and plastic body, take a look at the major difference below and share your thoughts with us.
Sensor:
Nikon D3200 features 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor, Max ISO limited to 12800.
Pentax K-50 features 16.3 megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS sensor and low-light sensitivity to ISO 51200.
AF System: Both features 11-points AF system.
Pentax K-50 features better shutter range and fast continuous shooting speed compared to Nikon D3200.
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Pentax’ sensor-shift type shake reduction image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake when working with longer lenses in dim lighting conditions by up to the equivalent of three to four shutter speed steps.
Weather-Sealed Body Design
Pentax K-50 features weather-sealed polycarbonate body with stainless steel chassis that enables to use K-50 in a wide variety of conditions, ranging from rain and humidity to snow and frigid temperatures
Verdict: Based on Specification Comparison review we recommend you to buy Pentax K-50
Price / Buying options |
Pentax K-50 available at $700+ at Amazon | B&H
Nikon D3200 available at approx $500+ at Amazon | B&H | Amazon UK
By admin, on June 18th, 2013
Take a look between the comparison of Pentax K-50 and Nikon Canon EOS 700D, the Pentax K-50 features 16.3MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and ISO 100 to 51600 on the other hand Canon EOS 700D features 18 million pixel sensor and ISO range is equivalent to ISO25600 100-12800, extended sensitivity, take a look at the Major Specification Below.
Sensor
The combination of the 16.3 megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS sensor and PRIME M image processor is able to produce high resolution imagery with notable quality and low-light sensitivity to ISO 51200.
18MP CMOS sensor features 18 Mp sensor and Digic 5 image processor, the upper ISO limit of Canon 700D is limited to 25600 only.
AF System:
- Pentax K50 features SAFOX IXi+ AF system utilizes 11 focus points, including nine cross-type sensors, to quickly and accurately acquire focus using a phase-detection method.
- Canon 700D features 9-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision dual-cross f/2.8 center point).
Pentax features bit fast continuous shooting speed – 6fps, canon is limited to 5fps.
Display: With Canon 700D you get fully-articul
Environmentally sealed body – Canon 700D doesn’t have Environmentally sealed body, but Pentax K-50 features weather-sealed polycarbonate body with stainless steel chassis affords a wealth of protection to camera and enables its use in a wide variety of conditions, ranging from rain and humidity to snow and frigid temperatures.
Verdict: Pentax K-50 features better ISO range, advance AF system and Environmentally sealed body under $800 with kit lens, We recommend you to buy Pentax K-50
Buy Pentax K-50 from Amazon |
Buy Canon 700D from Amazon US | Amazon UK
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