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01 77-segment multi-pattern metering for unfailing exposure, even with high-contrast scenes and backlit subjects

The K-5 II’s sophisticated metering system divides the image field into 77 segments to accurately and comprehensively measure the lighting condition over the entire image field. As the result, this system minimizes the adverse effect of point light sources, and prevents excessive underexposure of subjects in backlight. The K-5 II also provides center-weighted metering and spot metering as options.

  • 77-segment grid pattern
  • 77-segment light sensitivity distribution

02 Hyper Control system for flexible control of light and shadow

With the PENTAX-original Hyper Control system, the Hyper Program (P) mode is designed for easy control of depth of field and subject movement, while the Hyper Manual (M) mode provides instant switching to manual exposure operation. The K5 II also offers Sensitivity-Priority (Sv)* and Shutter-speed/Aperture-Priority (TAv)** modes as creative options.

Sv: When the user sets the desired ISO sensitivity, the camera automatically selects the optimum combination of aperture and shutter speed for normal exposure. 

TAv: When the user sets the desired aperture and shutter speed, the camera automatically selects the optimum ISO sensitivity for normal exposure.

03 1/8000-second high-speed shutter to freeze the decisive moment

The K-5 incorporates a high-speed, high-precision shutter unit with a top speed of 1/8000 second, which allows you to freeze the split-second action of a fast-moving subject sharply and vividly. When coupled with large-aperture lenses, this high-speed shutter allows you to open up the aperture to throw the background out of focus, even in bright locations.

Designed for optimum precision, solid response and outstanding reliability, the shutter unit can withstand more than 100,000 shutter releases.

04 High-speed continuous shooting at seven images per second to preserve the most dramatic moment of high-speed action

The K-5 II features high-speed continuous shooting at a maximum speed of seven images per second. The shock and repercussion caused by the mirror’s swing-up/down action has been greatly reduced. As the result, the precision of AF and AE operation has been improved, while image shake in the viewfinder and shutter noise have been minimized.

In the AF.C (Continuous) mode, up to 30 JPEG-format images can be captured in a single sequence, while the shutter-release mode is selectable between Focus-Priority and Advance-Speed-Priority.

05 Live View shooting for effortless image composition on the LCD monitor

With a single push of the LV (Live View) button on the camera’s back panel, you can instantly switch from viewfinder shooting to live-view shooting.

Note: When the mode dial is set to Movie position, the LV button is used to set the movie stand-by mode.

Grid display

During Live View shooting, three different grid patterns can be displayed on the screen: Golden Section to provide the ideal, most stable segmentation pattern; 16 Segment to facilitate precise alignment of horizontal and vertical lines; and Scale convenient for fixed-point observation and aerial/astronomical photography.

  • Golden Section
  • 4×4 Grid
  • Scale
AF modes

The K-5 II offers a choice of three different AF modes during Live View shooting: Phase-matching AF used in viewfinder shooting; Contrast AF to shift a focus point to the desired AF sensor in the image field; and Face Recognition AF (Face Recognition & Contrast AF) for automatic detection of the subject’s face.

06 Full HD movie recording for high-resolution movie clips.

The K-5 II’s Full HD movie recording function offers many benefits of SLR photography, including high-sensitivity shooting, interchangeable lenses with distinctive perspective and rendition, and a beautiful bokeh (out-of-focus) effect. This helps you to capture personalized, high-definition movies.

Cross Process Digital filter (Retro)
Image size Pixels Aspect ratio Frame rate
Full HD 1920×1080 16:9 25fps
HD(Default) 1280×720 16:9 30fps
HD 1280×720 16:9 25fps
VGA 640×480 4:3 30fps
VGA 640×480 4:3 25fps
Stereo sound recording (with an external microphone)

The K-5 II’s built-in microphone provides monaural sound for your movies, but you can also add an external microphone for stereo recordings. This is especially handy when you want to minimize camera operation noises, or desire more dramatic, lively sound effects.

Conceptual image of the K-5 II with an external microphone (third-party product).

07 Frame editing functions for effortless PC-free movie editing

You can segment a recorded movie clip or remove unwanted sections while viewing the clip on the LCD monitor, without the help of a personal computer. You can even pick a single frame of a movie clip and save it as a separate JPEG-format file.

The user can segment a movie clip or remove unwanted sections.

08 Digital level for accurate detection of horizontal and vertical tilt

The K-5 II’s digital level detects the horizontal and vertical tilt of the camera with great accuracy. It comes in handy when a base line is not evident, such as with landscapes and nightscapes, or when you want to eliminate vertical tilt to keep an accurate record of the subject’s proportions or to prevent unintentional shift of a focus point in the image field.

When displayed on the LCD monitor, the digital level indicates the horizontal tilt with a bar graph at the bottom, and vertical tilt with a bar graph at right. The digital level can be set for instant recall with a push on the RAW/Fx button via a custom function.

09 Interval shooting for fixed-point observation of constantly changing subjects

Since this function automatically captures images at a fixed interval, it comes in handy for recording the transition of a particular subject or event, such as the blossoming of a flower, the hatching of a butterfly, or a sunrise. You can preprogram the starting time, interval and number of images to be captured (up to 999 images). The camera’s power is automatically turned on, even when the auto power-off function is engaged.

  • Imaging Power
  • Image Control
  • Shooting Function
  • Creative Photo
  • Operability
  • Reliability
  • K-5 IIs