Pentax K-5 Complete Camera Features

Among lovers of photography, Pentax always known for its frequent launches new digital SLR to offer a very feature rich. To continue the generation of K-7, Pentax has just introduced the K-5 which has a configuration feature that is almost unparalleled. Body design and operating systems Pentax K-5 are very similar to the Pentax K-7. You could say that the design used on the K-5 is a repetition of K-7.

Pentax K-5

Pentax K-5 is included in the semi-professional class, because the segment that targeted very seriously, instilling Pentax 16.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor resolution on the K-5. To meet the demand for qualified professionals to the body, Pentax K-5 use a body made of high quality polycarbonate which are processed completely and the camera frame made of magnesium, the demands of professionals. Equipped with a protective seal dust and water to every crack in the body, Pentax K-5 can be used in all forms of weather changes. With these facilities, K-5 still has a fairly compact body dimensions compared to other cameras in its class that still feels comfortable in the hand.

To be able to compete with its competitors, Pentax K-5 also install 3.0-inch LCD screen 921,000 pixel resolution capable of displaying images with a very bright and sharp. To facilitate the operation of the camera, K-5 is equipped with buttons "INFO" which will display all important parameters are displayed with a clear and concise. To set the options and adjust the parameter value can be done easily without going into menus.

When pressing the "INFO" for the third time will show the spirit level on the LCD display K-5. These features are quite useful to adjust the camera in horizontal position when setting the image composition.

Pentax K-5 apply in sensor image stabilizer system. In addition, the sensor cleaning feature will work automatically every time the camera is turned on. Thus, sensor cleanliness can be maintained every time you want to use.

For shooting modes Pentax K-5 use a separate button located on the sides at the front near the shutter button and one on the back, was installed to facilitate the setting important parameters such as aperture and shutter speed. The parameters of the ISO and exposure compensation can be arranged quickly because it has its own button that is located quite ergonomic.

While other digital SLR camera also has good concept, but the Pentax K-5 has the capability configuration parameters of the camera that was almost unparalleled. No less interesting, Pentax K-5 also features a digital filter that can make the final image becomes more unique. Pentax K-5 has a digital filter with the effects Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Soft, Star and Fish Eye Filter, Filter can work pretty well. The digital filter works like a filter contained in the Olympus E-5.

To obtain a more complete picture, Pentax K-5 also features HDR, dynamic range optimization with correction facility for shadow and highlight areas, noise reduction for high ISO shooting with slow shutter speeds, multiple exposures to nine frames, correction facilities lens distortion and chromatic aberration and much more. Thus, Pentax K-5 can adapt to any shooting situation. For those who want a full featured camera and good durability, Pentax K-5 is a good choice. The drawback of this camera is a feature that is still less than perfect video and image noise is quite high. Price Pentax K-5 body kit $ 1,749.95.