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Pentax K-30 officially announced

PR admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 23:28:33 +0000

The Pentax K-30 is now officially announced. The specs at a glance:

Coldproof
Large 3 inch LCD
Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder
6 frames per second continuous shooting
Programmable front and rear e-dials
In-camera HDR shooting modes
Compact yet durable body
1080p video
Live View focus peaking
77 segment metering system
ISO speeds up to 25600
Traditional, Auto Picture and Scene modes
Rechargeable Li-Ion or AA battery compatible

Available Pentax K-30 kits:

Pentax K-30 will start shipping in July, 2012

Press releases:

Featuring weather resistant capabilities, new mid-level DSLR is the perfect creative companion for active travel and outdoor photographers

Denver, CO (May 21, 2012) – PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION today announces the introduction of its new weather and dust resistant digital SLR camera – the PENTAX K-30. Ideal for photographers with active outdoor lifestyles, the new PENTAX K-30 combines a compact, lightweight body with many advanced features found only in higher end DSLR camera models, such as a weather, dust and cold resistant body, a glass prism optical finder with 100% field of view, state-of-the-art autofocusing, and full HD video recording capabilities.

“No detail was overlooked when designing the dynamic new K-30 to be weather resistant,” explains John Carlson, Sr. Manager of Sales and Marketing, PENTAX. “Every seam, every button, every hinge has been weather sealed for adventure-proof creative photography. Whether enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking in the Rocky Mountains or on vacation cruising along on the Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls, photographers can stop worrying about weather conditions and start focusing on capturing the perfect shot.”

In addition to its versatile weather-proof capabilities, the new K-30 offers features including high-speed burst shooting at a maximum speed of six images per second, a high-speed shutter unit with a top speed of 1/6000 second, and convenient dual electronic dials for quick, fingertip access to exposure control and several Auto Picture and scene modes. Coupled with an ergonomic grip that provides firm, comfortable control of the camera, and a sporty, functional design, the K-30 assures dependable, flawless performance in the field. The new K-30 is available in three body colors: Crystal White and Crystal Blue, with brilliant, glossy finishes reminiscent of the finish of an exclusive sports car; and Black, for a traditional SLR look. It is also compatible with all PENTAX K-mount lenses.

Major features include:

Weather resistant design ideal for travel and outdoor photography
Featuring 81 seals set in its compact, lightweight, portable body, the K-30 is built to be weather, dust and cold resistant with proven functionality in sub-freezing temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Its exterior has been designed to be both sporty and functional for active outdoor photographers – a large grip provides a firm, secure hold of the camera; a low-profile pentaprism housing for reduced height; and a rounded, soft-rubber casing for a solid grip of the camera during vertical shooting.

Newly developed SAFOX IXi+ Autofocus (AF) module for improved autofocus performance
The K-30 features the new state-of-the-art SAFOX IXi+ AF sensor module, which assures responsive, high-precision autofocus operation by incorporating a diffraction lens to minimize chromatic aberration in accordance to the characteristics of each individual lens. A dedicated sensor also factors the light source into its calculations at the time of shooting. Additionally, 9 of its 11 focus points have cross-type sensors to capture subjects in sharp focus, while a spotbeam assists the AF system during low light situations. The K-30’s AF algorithm has also been upgraded in all areas for efficiency and accuracy. A new expanded area AF function allows the sensor module to continue to track a moving subject in AF select mode, even when it moves out of a pre-assigned auto-tracking area, by assessing distance data collected by neighboring focus sensors. This greatly improves the accuracy and speed of detecting moving subjects during autofocus shooting, and autofocusing performance when using a telephoto lens.

High resolution, low noise, true-to-life image reproduction
The K-30 incorporates the latest 16 megapixel APS-C sized CMOS image sensor with a large image-capturing area measuring 23.7mm by 15.7mm. It assures high speed image data readout to deliver super high resolution, rich gradation digital images with approximately 16.28 effective megapixels. This image sensor is coupled in the K-30 with the PENTAX “PRIME M” imaging engine for outstanding full 1080p HD movie clips (1920x1080 pixels at 30 frames per second), in addition to outstanding still image capture processing. The camera also minimizes luminance noise at low sensitivities, while offering a wide sensitivity range between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 (ISO 25600 maximum when expanded via a custom function).

Optical finder with 100% field of view
Despite its compact body, which is smaller and lighter than traditional mid level DSLR camera models, the K-30 comes equipped with a glass pentaprism finder featuring a 100% field of view and approximately 0.92X maximum magnification (with a 50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity) to cover the entire field of view for easy focusing and framing. Since its viewfinder delivers a clear view of the subject even in the brightest sunshine while also eliminating parallax, the K-30 responds efficiently and reliably to demanding applications and subjects, such as landscapes requiring delicate, high-precision framing, and sports scenes where the timing of shutter release is critical. The K-30 also accepts interchangeable PENTAX Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screens to facilitate manual focusing operation. Optional focus screens include cross-lined and scale types, to accommodate more specialized applications.

High-speed burst shooting at approximately six images per second
When photographing sporting events, concerts or wildlife, the K-30’s high-speed burst shooting function comes in handy, allowing the photographer to capture active, fast moving subjects in a series of images at a maximum speed of approximately 6 frames per second (in JPEG format).

Advanced Live View shooting
Thanks to the latest CMOS image sensor and PRIME M engine, the K-30 offers a clear, true-to-life Live View at a smooth 60 frames per second. It also features a focus peaking function during live view to improve manual focusing speed and accuracy. Live View on the K-30 also offers a choice of three grid display patterns including a Golden Section overlay, and detailed information overlay if desired by the photographer.

High quality video recording
The PENTAX K-30 features full HD video recording to capture high quality movie clips in 1080p resolution (1920x1080 pixels). The efficient h.264 compression format offers a choice of frame rates (30, 25 or 24 frames per second) at 1080p, or up to 60 FPS at 720p, to accommodate user specific applications. Video recording options are flexible, allowing the photographer to select aperture or shutter exposure control, while PENTAX Shake Reduction helps stabilize captured video. Users may add creative artistic effects to recorded clips using various Custom Image modes or record subjects in a series of video clips with the Interval Movie Shooting mode.

User friendly Auto Picture and Scene modes
The K-30 features the PENTAX-original Auto Picture mode, which analyzes a scene then automatically selects the most appropriate shooting mode from Portrait, Landscape, Macro as well as others. This allows the photographer to concentrate on image composition and other creative elements while leaving more technical settings to the K-30, such as shutter speed, aperture, white balance, saturation, contrast and sharpness. The K-30 also offers 19 creative Scene modes, including Night Scene Portrait, Pet, Backlight Silhouette, and more, to simplify photographing unique subjects and scenes that often require uncommon camera settings.

PENTAX Shake Reduction (SR) mechanism for sharp, blur free images
The PENTAX K-30 incorporates the PENTAX-developed SR mechanism, which effectively reduces blur due to camera shake by approximately four shutter steps. Usable with all PENTAX compatible lenses*, including those produced for film format SLR cameras, this mechanism produces sharp, blur free images even under demanding conditions that are prone to camera shake, such as when using a telephoto lens, shooting in the dark without flash illumination, or capturing landscapes in twilight. The K-30's SR system also offers several other useful features to assist the photographer during shooting, including an Automatic Horizon Correction function to assure high precision image framing and effortless adjustment of horizontal alignment, a Composition Adjustment function to allow minute adjustments of image alignment horizontally/vertically/axially, and an ASTROTRACER mode to eliminate light trails during astronomical photography in combination with the optional O-GPS1 GPS Unit (available separately).
* Lenses compatible with this mechanism: PENTAX K-, KA-, KAF-, KAF2- and KAF3-mount lenses; screw-mount lenses (with an adapter); and 645- and 67-system lenses (with an adapter). Some functions may not be available with certain lenses.

A selection of image processing tools for creative, personalized expression
The K-30 features a Custom Image function, which allows the user to easily and quickly select the desired finishing touch for a particular image. Choose from 11 custom settings including Bleach Bypass that creates a dramatic visual effect similar to that used in motion pictures, and Cross Process to produce fanciful, eye-catching images boasting dramatic colors. The K-30 also offers a choice of 19 creative digital filters including Miniature, which transforms an actual scene into what appears to be an image of miniature models. These filters add distinctive visual effects to captured images producing creative, artistic images without the need for a computer. The user can further expand the creative possibilities by applying multiple filters and processing modes to a single image.

Choice of two power sources
In addition to the included lithium ion battery capable of capturing approximately 480 images with a single charge**, the K-30 can also be powered by four AA-size batteries using the optional D-BH109 AA Battery Holder. Since AA batteries can be easily obtained almost anywhere around the world, there’s no worry about battery shortages, even when shooting for an extended period of time or in remote locations.
** Under testing conditions prescribed by PENTAX, using the D-LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery with no flash discharges.

Additional features include:
• Large, wide angle viewable 3-inch LCD monitor with approximately 921,000 dots of resolution
• 77 segment multi-pattern metering system for accurate light measurement
• DR (Dust Removal) mechanism to shake dust off from the surface of the CMOS image sensor
• PENTAX-designed Hyper control system to assure fast and flexible response to the photographer’s creative intentions
• Dynamic range expansion function to compensate for blown out (overexposed) and muddy (underexposed) areas of an image
• Retrieve and save RAW data from buffer memory for a just-recorded JPEG image
• RAW/Fx multi-function button for on-the-fly switching of image file formats, as well as for assignment and instant recall of other specific functions
• SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX (RAW processing engine developed by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory) included

Pricing and Availability
The new PENTAX K-30 will be available at retail outlets nationwide and online in July 2012 with a suggested retail price of $849.95 for body only, and $899.95 for the kit including the DA L 18-55mm zoom lens.

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Additional Pentax K-30 images and specs

PR admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 15:57:24 +0000

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Some more Pentax K-30 images found on pentaxone.fr.

Here is a better resolution image of the different K-30 color variations (click for larger view):

Here are some translated specs for the Pentax K-30 from Ricehigh:

Open SLR Weather resistant stainless steel chassis and
(Splashing water, snow, dust and sand, protecting electronic circuits against)
* Excellent Image Quality

16MP APS-C CMOS sensor
High-speed image data signals to read and full detail a newly developed CMOS image sensor 16 MP APS-C (23.7X 15.7mm)
Vibration Sensor Blocker SR (Shake Reduction) available.
ISO 25 600 sensitivity.
Cleaning System

* Outstanding Video Image Quality

1080p Full HD video recording (1920 x 1080 pixels) High-quality video capture
Codec H.264 recording format
Frame rate to the user a choice to accommodate specific applications (Full HD 30, 25 or 24 fps, and HD resolution of up to 60 fps) to provide
Exposure Compensation (P, Av or M)
Video Editing and Customization
Custom Image (Cross Processing, Monochrome, inverse Movie, Bleach Bypass, Muted, Bright, Vivid, Landscape, Portrait, Natural, Glossy)
Digital filters (Color, Color Invert, Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast Extract)
Intermittent Feature Film (within the specified range is a series of images, and (99 hours) makes a video clip

* Fast and Sharp

Continuous shooting 6 frames / sec. Up to 30 JPEG and RAW 8
Estantane speed 1/6000 'e sec. To freeze the action in an image. Sports photography, and action for children

* Ease of Use

3 "(inch) LCD screen, 921 000 points, extra-wide 170 ° viewing
100% pentaprism viewfinder for a great comfort
Dual-Processor for direct access to various settings
Dual Power AA / AA batteries feature lithium-ion or
Auto exposure modes and a wide selection of digital filters

* Many Features

Custom Photo 9 modes (Bright, natural, portrait, landscape, lively, bright, quiet, ağırtmasız positive, unlike film, single-color, cross-processing)
Extending the dynamic range of highlights and shadows for more information
Multi-exposure
Interval Timer Shooting
Built-in RAW development
23 custom functions
Buttons / privatization
Flicker Reduction
Electronic level
Focus peaking
Lens correction
Copyright Information
Pixel mapping
Electronic level

There already some rumors about more upcoming Pentax DSLR cameras: K1, K3 and K-5n.

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Pentax introduces SMC DA 50mm f/1.8 lens

PR admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 10:36:05 +0000

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Pentax SMC DA 50mm f/1.8 lens

Pentax announced the new SMC DA 50mm f/1.8 lens that was part of the 2012 roadmap. The new lens will cost $249.95 and will start shipping in July 2012:

Compact, lightweight autofocus lens designed exclusively for PENTAX K-Mount interchangeable-lens digital cameras

Denver, CO (May 21, 2012) – PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION today announces the introduction of its new smc PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 medium-telephoto autofocus lens, which is designed exclusively for use with the company’s K-mount interchangeable-lens (ILC) digital cameras. Thanks to state-of-the-art optical design technology from PENTAX, the lens’ image coverage is optimized for PENTAX K-mount ILC cameras to deliver sharp, clear images from edge to edge. With a sleek, modern look and a lightweight body, the new PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 lens was designed with versatility and flexibility in mind and is ideal for photographers of varying levels, from amateurs to professionals.

“The new PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 lens is ideal for photographers interested in portraiture and general photography,” explains John Carlson, Sr., Manager of Sales and Marketing, PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION. “The lens measures just 1.5 inches long and weighs only 4.3 ounces, making it small enough and light enough to accompany photographers on all kinds of outings.”

When mounted on a PENTAX K-mount ILC camera body, the PENTAX-DA 50mm f/F1.8 lens delivers a focal length of 50mm or 76.5mm in the 35mm format. The lens’ f/1.8 maximum aperture and round diaphragm blades enable it to produce a natural “bokeh” (out-of-focus) effect, which gives the blurry elements in an image a softer, rounded and more pleasing appearance. Additionally, the f/1.8 aperture makes it possible to increase camera shutter speed when photographing in poorly lit conditions, which minimizes camera shake and helps eliminate blur.

For extra preventative measures, the front surface of the PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 lens is treated with the company’s original SP (Super Protect) coating, which repels dust, water, grease, and other substances that may adhere to the surface of the lens. The protective coating promotes trouble-free use in all kinds of shooting situations.

The PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 lens will be available July 2012 with a retail price of $249.95.

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Pentax K-30 UK price: £700, release date: June 25th

PR admin — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:02:46 +0000

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As some readers reported yesterday, Amazon UK had listed the Pentax K-30 for £699.99 on their website. The entries are now removed but pentaxforums was able to get a screens shot. The release date was listed as June 25th, 2012.

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Pentax K-30 to be announced next week

PR admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 03:33:34 +0000

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According to Pentaxforums, the previously leaked Pentax K-30 DSLR camera will be announced next week and will be available in 3 different colors (black, white and blue). In addition to the specs reported earlier, the new DSLR is expected to have 11AF points and 100% viewfinder coverage. The US price should be around $700-$800 for body only.

A better picture of the Pentax K-30

PR admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:28:34 +0000

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A reader just sent me a better picture of the upcoming Pentax K-30 DSLR camera:

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First leaked picture of the Pentax K-30

PR admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:33:11 +0000

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Back in January I reported that the upcoming Pentax K-r replacement will be called K-30. The above picture of the upcoming Pentax K-30 DSLR camera was taken from a French catalog.

From the picture I can spot the following Pentax K-30 specs:

16MP sensor
Max ISO: 25,600
Full HD video
Weather sealed
3-inch LCD screen
4 fps burst rate
2 dials
Li-ion battery + AA batteries
Price: 799 EUR incl. VAT (around 1,000 USD, but without VAT the price should be around 800-900 USD)

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Pentax working on second generation of the 645D medium format camera

PR admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:14:38 +0000

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The sensor inside the Pentax 645D camera ($9,995) was initially produced by Kodak, but in 2011 they sold the Image Sensor Solutions (ISS) business to Platinum Equity. The rumor is that those medium format sensors are not longer in production and Pentax is working on a second generation of the 645D camera. It seems that Leica is having similar issues and will be using a new sensor from an European semiconductor manufacturer in their upcoming S3 camera.

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Pentax Q price drops almost 40%

PR admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:10:36 +0000

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When the Pentax Q was announced a year ago, the price for a kit with a lens was set at $800 which was pretty high considering the camera's specs. After the recent Pentax lens price increase, the price of the smallest mirrorless camera dropped by almost 40% to $499. The two lens kit now sells for $750.

Maybe Ricoh-Pentax will announce a new version during Photokina? Rumors about a new cheap mirrorless camera are already floating around.

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Three new Pentax DSLRs by the end of the year, fourth full frame camera a possibility

PR admin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:26:36 +0000

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Some Pentax rumors coming from the Russian Consumer Electronics & Photo Expo 2012 - the first three cameras are supposed to be announced by the end of 2012:

New entry level DSLR (maybe this rumor about a new mirrorless camera got lost in translation?)
A new DSLR placed between the K-r and K-5 models (Pentax K-r is already discontinued)
A replacement of the K-5 model (some reports indicated that the K-5 is discontinued)
The fourth statement was not clear, but the representative mentioned not to sell old K-mount full frame lenses, hinting that the fourth camera could be a full frame Pentax DSLR. Rumors about a full frame Pentax camera have been circulating for a while - see this and this post.

Via PentaxForums

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Pentax lens price increase coming to the UK as well

PR admin — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:40:00 +0000

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After the price increase in the US, the price of Pentax lenses will be going up in the UK as well according to this post on PentaxForums. I still have not seen the new prices on Jessops or Amazon UK.

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Pentax to announce another cheaper mirrorless camera

PR admin — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:34:51 +0000

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Nikkei.com reported that Ricoh Pentax will announce another low-priced miorrorless camera (priced at ¥50,000, around $600). Pentax already has the entry level Q model and the recently announced K-01 mirrorless camera, while Ricoh has the mirrorless GXR system.

Via Digicame-info

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Pentax lens prices went up 15-90 percent!

PR admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:22:04 +0000

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After Leica, Nikon and Sony, now also Pentax have raised the price of their lenses, in same cases up to 90%:

Lens Name	Price Before	Price After
DA 14mm	$699.95	$949.95
DA 15mm Limited	$509.95	$649.95
DA 21mm Limited	$509.95	$649.95
FA 31mm Limited	$989.95	$989.95
DA 35mm	$169.95	$219.95
DA 35mm Limited Macro	$539.95	$699.95
FA 35mm	$475.95	$475.95
DA 40mm Limited	$339.95	$499.95
DA 40mm XS	$249.95	$249.95
FA 43mm Limited	$569.95	$569.95
FA 50mm	$359.95	$359.95
D-FA 50mm Macro	$459.95	$559.95
*DA 55mm**	$639.95	$799.95
DA 70mm Limited	$544.95	$699.95
FA 77mm Limited	$784.95	$784.95
D-FA 100mm Macro	$599.95	$849.95
*DA 200mm**	$959.95	$1199.95
*DA 300mm**	$1124.95	$1399.95
DA 10-17mm Fisheye	$519.95	$649.95
DA 12-24mm	$699.95	$699.95
DA 16-45mm	$339.95	$399.95
*DA 16-50mm**	$799.95	$1499.95
DA 17-70mm	$479.95	$599.95
DA 18-55mm	$145.95	$195.95
DA 18-135mm	$429.95	$529.95
*DA 50-135mm**	$849.95	$1599.95
DA 50-200mm	$209.95	$249.95
DA 55-300mm	$349.95	$429.95
*DA 60-250mm**	$1295.95	$1999.95

Via Pentaxforums

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Pentax 12-24mm f/3.5-4.5 lens patent

PR admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 03:27:53 +0000

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In addition to a patent for the already announced 25mm f/4 medium format lens, Pentax recently also filed a patent 201263756 in Japan for a APS-C sized 12-24mm f/3.5-4.5 lens (Pentax already has a 12-24mm f/4 lens):

Zoom ratio: 1.94
Aperture: 3.6 - 3.9 - 4.6
Focal length: 12.33 - 23.91mm
Lens length: 127.15 - 135.49mm
Lens design: 15 elements in 12 groups
Three aspherical elements
Three low-dispersion elements

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This is the full frame Pentax K-3 DSLR camera

PR admin — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:42:44 +0000

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The first Pentax full frame DSLR camera will be called K-3. Here are the detailed specs:

Sensor: 24.0 MP CMOS (full frame)

ISO Range: 100-25,600 (50-102,400 expanded)

Autofocus: 29-point SAFOX X w/light wavelength sensor

Shutter: stepless, 30s-1/8000s rated for 200,000 actuations

6 fps at maximum resolution

Video: 1080p/720p recording at 60/30/25/24 FPS, VGA recording at 120/30FPS

Image processor: Dual PRIME M

Media: Single SDXC/SDHC/SD card

Body Color: Graphite black

Via PentaxForum

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Pentax DA 645 25mm f/4 lens announced again

PR admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 01:57:20 +0000

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For some reason Pentax US decided to announce the D FA 645 25mm f/4 lens today. This lens has been listed at B&H since February 7th. Here is the full press release:

Denver, CO (March 22, 2012) – PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION today announced the introduction of its new DA645 25mm f/4 lens, designed and optimized for exclusive use with its popular 645D medium format digital SLR camera. By combining its ultra-wide perspective with exclusive PENTAX Super Multi-Coating (smc), Aspherical Elements (AL), Supersonic Motor Drive (SDM), and all-weather (AW) construction, PENTAX has created a lens that will render super-sharp images with performance levels photographers have come to expect from original PENTAX lenses.

When mounted on the PENTAX 645D medium-format digital SLR camera body, the DA645 25mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM AW lens provides a focal length of approximately 19.5mm in the 35mm format, the widest perspective available with the 645D. Photographers now have greater creative flexibility when shooing landscapes or when photographing in confined areas with minimal room to move.

"The DA645 25mm f/4 lens is completely optimized for use with the PENTAX 645D digital SLR camera to render outstanding sharpness and clarity, even along its edges," explains John Carlson, Sr. Manager of Sales and Marketing, PENTAX. "Its 95-degree angle of view offers the widest perspective available for use with the camera, providing photographers with greater creative flexibility in a variety of shooting environments whether they are in a studio or out on location."

As with any quality optics, precision engineering and glass elements are critical ingredients. The DA645 25mm f/4 lens incorporates two high-performance aspherical optical elements, which provide exceptional image-resolving power with outstanding brightness levels even at the edges, while keeping various aberrations to a minimum. In addition, the lens is treated with PENTAX Aero Bright Coating to ensure an outstanding anti-reflection performance over a broader wavelength range to deliver images that are more brilliant and higher quality than those produced by previous models. Additional lens coatings and anti-reflective materials are applied to create a lens that is totally optimized for the 645D camera.

As the newest addition to the AW (all-weather) series, this new lens includes dustproof and weather-resistant construction with 11 special seals to prevent the intrusion of dust and water into the lens interior. By coupling this lens with the PENTAX 645D camera body, photographers can be assured they are using a durable and reliable digital imaging system that performs superbly in demanding outdoor settings where water, rain, and dust can be prevalent.

Additional Features
The new DA645 25mm f/4 lens features a conveniently placed interchangeable built-in filter holder (including a 40.5mm diameter circular polarizing filter) located within its barrel. The lens also features fully automatic diaphragm control; a built-in lens hood optimally shaped for its angle-of-view when used with the 645D; a Quick-shift Focus system for instant switching between auto and manual focus; and a Special Protect (SP) coating applied to the front surface of the lens to repel, dust, water, and grease.

In addition, the lens incorporates an advanced SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor) autofocus mechanism to ensure smooth and quiet autofocusing, as well as a rounded diaphragm to produce an attractive “bokeh” for enhanced appearance of a photograph’s out-of-focus areas.

Pricing and Availability
The new Pentax DA645 25mm f/4 lens will be available at retail outlets nationwide and online in late March with a suggested retail price of $4,999.95.

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Pentax K-z?

PR admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:17:22 +0000

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Just like the first banner, I don't know much about those images and how reliable this information is. At least we can now clearly see the model name in the top right corner: Pentax K-z.

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Pentax K-r successor?

PR admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:57:03 +0000

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I received this image today of what appears to be an advertising for the Pentax K-r successor (Pentax K-r is already discontinued).

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The latest patents from Pentax and Panasonic

PR admin — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:56:50 +0000

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Pentax filed a patent 201048084 in Japan for a 90mm f/2.8 (medium format) and 60mm f/2.8 (full frame) macro lenses.

Panasonic filed a patent 201042927 in Japan for a new 3.4-17mm f/2.0-5.6 lens (19-95mm equivalent) that will probably be used in a point and shoot cameras (1/2.3 sensor). The lens consists of 11 elements in 9 groups.

This Apple patent reveals camera self timer triggered by photographer’s face.

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Pentax K-01 now shipping

PR admin — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 19:46:41 +0000

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The Pentax K-01 is now shipping in limited quantities in the US (update: B&H and AcePhoto also has some in stock).

Unboxing video:

Here are the results of the poll posted here few weeks ago:

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Photo Rumors » Pentax

Pentax K-30 officially announced

Additional Pentax K-30 images and specs

Pentax introduces SMC DA 50mm f/1.8 lens

Pentax K-30 UK price: £700, release date: June 25th

Pentax K-30 to be announced next week

A better picture of the Pentax K-30

First leaked picture of the Pentax K-30

Pentax working on second generation of the 645D medium format camera

Pentax Q price drops almost 40%

Three new Pentax DSLRs by the end of the year, fourth full frame camera a possibility

Pentax lens price increase coming to the UK as well

Pentax to announce another cheaper mirrorless camera

Pentax lens prices went up 15-90 percent!

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Pentax 12-24mm f/3.5-4.5 lens patent

This is the full frame Pentax K-3 DSLR camera

Pentax DA 645 25mm f/4 lens announced again

Pentax K-z?

Pentax K-r successor?

The latest patents from Pentax and Panasonic

Pentax K-01 now shipping