Pentax K-5 IIs
Camera summary
The Pentax K-5 IIs, made by Pentax, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on June 4, 2013. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 51200. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
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| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.2 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Pentax K-5 II, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Pentax K-5 II
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 980 shots per charge with the included D-LI90 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
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| Af center | Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
| Af touch | No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 9 |
| Number of focus points | 11 |
Connectivity |
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| HDMI | Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - |
| DXO color depth | 23.9 |
| DXO dynamic range | 14.1 |
| DXO low light ISO | 1208.0 |
| DXO overall score | 82.0 |
Exposure mode |
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| AF area | No |
| average | No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
| partial | No |
| spot | Yes |
General |
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| AKA | - |
| announced | June 4, 2013 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Pentax |
| msrp | $319.98 |
| model | Pentax K-5 IIs |
| predecessor model | Pentax K-5 II |
Lense |
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| Focal length multiplier | 1.5� |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Macro focus range | - |
| Number of lenses | 163 |
Other features |
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| GPS | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
| Storage slots | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
Photography features |
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| AE bracketing | Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless |
| Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 7.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Physical |
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| Battery life | 980 shots |
| Battery model | D-LI90 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
| Dust proof | No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
| Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm |
| Shock proof | No |
| Water proof | No |
| Weight | 760 grs |
Screen |
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| Live view | Yes |
| Screen resolution | 921 |
| Screen size | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
Sensor |
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| Max boosted ISO | 51200 |
| Max image resolution | 4928 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
| Sensor area | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 |
| Sensor size | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
Headphone port |
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| Headphone port | No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
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| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder |