As always, the incredible resolution of the K-1 continues to grow ever more realistic and detailed. The ultra high-definition images made possible by Pixel Shift Resolution System cause one to sign in admiration.

Every day I shoot scenic photos among natural environments. The sense of reality when capturing those moments on the K-1 Mark II equals nature itself, with the camera recording details that lend a sense of depth, communicating the allure of the scene. I feel like I’ve been given a new platform to express myself, and it is so much fun. Because the control scheme remains customizable depending on my own shooting style, its purpose as a tool of photography is further refined, making me more aware of exactly what I want to do on an intuitive level when facing a subject.

The K-1 functions without any problems even when shooting outdoors down to -34°C in Hokkaido, and it weathers the cold better than I do. I’ve never had any problems in the rain or inclement weather, so I know I can rely on the K-1 Mark II. The electronic shutter on the K-1 is a life saver, reducing significant camera shake that occurs when shooting with a telephoto lens.

I always shoot with the idea of freezing a moment in time forever that has universal appeal, hoping that it will resonate with the viewer and that they will share the same sense of aesthetics. In my dialog with nature, I don’t want the camera to assert itself, rather, I want it to sit as an unwavering foundation for enshrining nature. This is thanks to the camera’s durability and reliability as a machine, controls that never get in the way of capturing a photo, and its level of perfection as a reliable tool of the trade. The K-1 Mark II is my foundation, and the ultimate tool, which never gets in the way of my dialog with nature and captures the moment.