Pentax K-01, more information and prices

In recent days there have been some new camera models. Now is the turn of Pentax, a company that has introduced a camera with retro style that bears the name of Pentax K-01.

This camera is a high-end device that offers the ability to use K mount lenses without an adapter.

With an aluminum body semi-rugged, the camera comes in black color options, white and yellow. Like the DSLR, the Pentax K-01 has a CMOS sensor APS-C sized 16.3-megapixel full.

The K-01 with interchangeable lenses PENTAX Shake system integrated dust reduction, a bright 3 inch screen, a slot for SD / SDHC / SDXC, mini HDMI ports and USB 2.0. Another feature is the sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 12,800 (expandable to 25,600) and shutter speeds up to 1/4, 000 seconds.

The Pentax K-01 offers the ability to record 1080p video at 30 fps (1920 x 1080 pixels) or 720p at 60 fps (1280 x 720 pixels).

The body of the Pentax K-01 will be available in March 2012 at a price of 749.99 U.S. dollars or $ 900 with the new 40mm f2.8 lens XS .

Characteristics of the Pentax K01

The official Characteristics of the Pentax K01 camera which was introduced a couple of weeks ago. The design, by the specialist Mark Newson, will really enjoy yourself.

The Pentax K01 is not the successor of the small Pentax Q, but is the initiator of a new family of cameras: those that have no mirror in the brand. The sensor is APS-C. Another difference is the use of the bayonet in the frames K, with goals in the SLR.

However, what stands out in this model is its design, something that many companies do to differentiate from the competition and attract users from that seen in the window of the store or from the image on the web.

The Pentax K01 is striking because it brings colorful buttons, very straight lines minimalist body with a nod to retro fashion and handle very personal, typical of the firm.

As for specs, we have to say that what is remarkable, though: the CMOS sensor with 16 million pixels and APS-C size. It has no viewfinder, but a 3-inch panel and a million-pixel resolution. Also, bring a HDMI port type C.

Recording video is 1080p H.264, bursts of 6 pictures per second, adjustable sensitivity up to 25,600 ISO, SR stabilization, manual features and RAW creative modes, filters, and HDR timelapse.

This model will be available in the market as of March 15. The price has not yet been confirmed.