Smart Function
Single-action function control

The K-1 Mark II's Smart Function is a brand-new camera operation system harmonizing an array of features with ease of operation. This functional camera operation system lets you swiftly choose and set the desired function using just two dials positioned on the camera's upper panel, without needing to refer to the menu screen on the LCD monitor.

Functions controllable by Smart Function

Flexible Tilt-Type LCD monitor
Innovative mechanism to tilt the monitor to any desired angle along the optical axis

Aiming at aligning the photographer's line of sight precisely with the camera's optical axis while providing a flexible angle adjustment, PENTAX has designed an ideal LCD monitor for the K-1 series by creating an innovative mechanism that supports the monitor with four stays. This monitor has reached two difficult goals that conventional monitors have failed to attain: no deviation from the optical axis; and unrestricted tilt in all directions, horizontally or vertically. You can even tilt it up to a nearly 90-degree angle for low-angle and waist-level photography.

Built-in GPS module and Electronic Compass
Automatic recording of shooting position data

The K-1 Mark II features a built-in GPS module and Electronic Compass, which together display the camera's direction on the LCD monitor. These features allow you to attach Exif data to recorded images, including the location, direction and time of shooting (using Universal Time Coordinated). This comes in particularly handy in situations where you must make meticulous preparations in advance for the direction of shooting, such as the shooting of sunrise scenes and celestial bodies.

Live View shooting, with an option of electronic shutter mode
An array of handy tools to assist creative photography

In the Live View mode, the PENTAX K-1 Mark II provides a wide range of picture-taking tools. The Flexible Tilt-type LCD monitor lets you clearly view the on-screen image from different angles to optimize shooting comfort. In addition to the conventional focal-plane shutter mode, it also offers the option of the electronic shutter mode, effective in macro and scenic photography in minimizing the vibrations caused by shutter release of the camera's mechanical shutter unit.

Main Live View shooting functions

• ● A choice of AF modes: Face Detection, Auto Tracking, Multi-segment Auto, Select and Spot
• ● Focus Assist to emphasize the outline of the in-focus area
• ● A choice of grid display from five patterns and two colors (white and black)
• ● Zoom display with a maximum magnification of 16 times for easy confirmation of focus condition

Auto Horizon Correction and Composition Adjustment
Convenient tools to compose well-balanced images

By taking advantage of its SR II mechanism, the K-1 Mark II helps you compose well-balanced, flawless images. The Auto Horizon Correction function* rotates the image sensor to compensate for the camera's horizontal tilt, making it useful in handheld shooting. The Composition Adjustment function** allows you to make minute adjustment of image composition with a shift of the image sensor. It comes in handy for Live View shooting using a tripod.

• * Maximum compensation angle: approx. ±2° (approx. ±1° with SR mechanism activated)
• ** Maximum compensation range: ±1.5mm (±1mm along the axis of rotation) or ±1°

Other features
An array of tools for creative visual expression

All APS-C-format, K-mount interchangeable lenses are usable on the K-1 Mark II

From ultra-wide angle to super telephoto, an entire selection of high-performance DA-series lenses can be used on the K-1 Mark II without any modification. They deliver exceptional image quality, despite their compact, lightweight design.