This Function Expand Firmware has been designed to further enhance the performance and operability of your PENTAX KF, by adding the latest functions and new setting to the camera.
Firmware Update
- 2023.12.07
- PENTAX KF Firmware version 1.31 is released.
- 2023.09.07
- PENTAX KF Firmware version 1.30 is released.
- 2023.03.09
- PENTAX KF Firmware version 1.20 is released.
- 2022.12.01
- PENTAX KF Firmware version 1.10 is released.
Function Expand Information (Version 1.31)Download
By upgrading PENTAX KF (ver.1.31), the following function is added.
A lens added as compatible with the Focus Range Limiter function
The HD PENTAX-DA 35mmF2.8 Macro Limited lens has been added to the choice of lenses compatible with the camera-controlled Focus Range Limiter function, which allows users to choose the preferred autofocus range — short range, long range or OFF — from the camera’s on-screen menu. By limiting the tracking range with this function, users are assured of swift, delay-free autofocus operation.
Lens added：
HD PENTAX-DA 35mmF2.8 Macro Limited
Another compatible lens：
HD PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100mmF2.8ED AW
Update History
Function Expand Information (Version 1.30)
By upgrading PENTAX KF (ver.1.30), 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.
Function Expand Information (Version 1.20)
By upgrading PENTAX KF (ver.1.20), the following function 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: KATEN and KYUSHU, the first two modes, have been incorporated into the PENTAX KF, while the third, FUYUNO, can be added by downloading the function expansion firmware.
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.
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 1.10)
By upgrading PENTAX KF (ver.1.10), the following function 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.
