This Function Expand Firmware has been designed to further enhance the performance and operability of your PENTAX K-1 Mark II, by adding the latest functions and new settings to the camera.
Firmware Update
Function Expand Information (Version 2.30)Download
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver. 2.30), the following function is added.
Gold: A new Custom Image mode
This firmware adds the new Gold Custom Image mode to your camera. With scenes accentuated by light, this mode is designed to create gold-tinted images by applying yellow-toned finishes to brighter areas while expressing darker, shadow areas with bluish tones. Yellow tones become more intense in highlighted areas.
smc PENTAX-FA 50mmF1.4 Classic
smc PENTAX-FA 50mmF1.4 Classic
HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited
HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited
Update History
Function Expand Information (Version 2.20)
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver.2.20), the following functions is added.
HARUBENI (spring rouge): a new special-edition Custom Image mode
In a new approach to SLR photography, PENTAX will release a series of new special-edition Custom Images, designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses — lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.
The new special-edition Custom Images cover the seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. The Custom Image mode specially designed for each season will be available in combination with specific Limited-series lenses. PENTAX will release four season-specific Custom Image modes over the year.
HARUBENI (spring rouge) is the fourth special-edition Custom Image mode. This mode is designed to emphasize the pinkish colors of cherry blossoms — the hint of spring’s arrival — and the subdued blue colors of hazy spring skies. When partnered with a lens that renders a soft, delicate image description, it sets the contrast a high level to deliver an image highlighted with pink and red shades — the symbolic colors of Japan’s spring.
Compatible lenses:
HD PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited
HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mm F2.8 ED Limited DC WR
■ Menu screen
When a lens is mounted, the camera automatically checks for compatibility, then displays the HARUBENI specific menu screen.
Function Expand Information (Version 2.10)
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver.2.10), the following functions is added.
FUYUNO (winter field): a new special-edition Custom Image mode
In a new approach to SLR photography, PENTAX will release a series of new special-edition Custom Images, designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses — lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.
The new special-edition Custom Images cover the seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. The Custom Image mode specially designed for each season will be available in combination with specific Limited-series lenses. PENTAX will release four season-specific Custom Image modes over the year.
The third season-specific Custom Image mode is FUYUNO (winter field). This mode is designed to emphasize colors depicting the chilly air of winter, and to deliver sharp, high-key, images.
Compatible lenses:
HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited
HD PENTAX-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited
■ Menu screen
When a lens is mounted, the camera automatically checks for compatibility, then displays the FUYUNO specific menu screen.
Other Enhanced Features
Adding focus limiter function
You may select focus limiter function from the body menu screen. You may chose from , “Near side” “Far side” “Off”. By regulating the AF detection range either to short-distance or long-distance shooting, the user can shorten the time required for focusing
Compatible lenses：HD PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100mmF2.8ED AW
Function Expand Information (Version 2.00)
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver.2.00), the following functions is added.
KYUSHU (nine autumns): a new special-edition Custom Image mode
In a new approach to SLR photography, PENTAX will release a series of new special-edition Custom Images, designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses — lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.
The new special-edition Custom Images cover the seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. The Custom Image mode specially designed for each season will be available in combination with specific Limited-series lenses. PENTAX will release four season-specific Custom Image modes over the year.
The second season-specific Custom Image mode is KYUSHU (nine autumns). This mode is designed to partner with Limited-series lenses that can capture the diverse scenes and subjects of autumn beautifully and effortlessly. It provides distinctive color renditions, with images that express the passing of autumn and the fleeting feeling of the season.
Compatible lenses:
HD PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
HD PENTAX-DA 21mmF3.2AL Limited
HD PENTAX-DA 40mmF2.8 Limited
HD PENTAX-DA 70mmF2.4 Limited
■ Menu screen
When a lens is mounted, the camera automatically checks for compatibility, then displays the KYUSHU specific menu screen.
Function Expand Information (Version 1.40)
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver.1.40), the following functions is added.
KATEN (summer sky): a new special-edition Custom Image mode
In a new approach to SLR photography, PENTAX will release a series of new special-edition Custom Images, designed to create subject- or scene-specific finishing touches in combination with specific PENTAX Limited-series lenses — lenses popular for their distinctive image rendition. As a lens is mounted, the camera automatically detects compatibility with the firmware. Once compatibility is confirmed, the user can then select special-edition Custom Images.
The new special-edition Custom Images cover the seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. The Custom Image mode specially designed for each season will be available in combination with specific Limited-series lenses. PENTAX will release four season-specific Custom Image modes over the year.
The first season-specific Custom Image mode is KATEN (summer sky). This mode is designed to emphasize the rich blues of summer skies and depict the fine details of dazzling white clouds.
Compatible lenses:
HD PENTAX-D FA 21mmF2.4ED Limited DC WR
HD PENTAX-DA 15mmF4ED AL Limited
Full size
HD D FA 21mmF2.4ED Limited DC WR Aperture: F4.5, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, Focal length: 21mm, White Balance: Auto, Sensitivity: ISO 100, Shooting mode: Aperture Priority
Full size
HD D FA 21mmF2.4ED Limited DC WR Aperture: F4.5, Shutter speed: 1/1000sec, Focal length: 21mm, White Balance: Auto, Sensitivity: ISO 100, Shooting mode: Aperture Priority
■ Menu screen
When a lens is mounted, the camera automatically checks for compatibility, then displays the KATEN-specific menu screen.
Standard menu screen
KATEN-specific menu screen
Function Expand Information (Version 1.30)
By upgrading PENTAX K-1 Mark II (ver.1.30), the following functions is added.
New Custom Image “SATOBI”
The Custom Image “SATOBI” has been newly added to the camera.
This Custom Image provides a finishing tone similar to color photos from the 60 and 70s with colors such as cyan blue, dull yellow, and faded red. The unique red expression is suitable for such as portrait photography.
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Distinctive color expression
