Pentax K-1 II (Body) Black

MPN: 15993  |  EAN: 0027075299863  |  Model: K-1 II

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Pentax K-1 II (Body) Black - 15993 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Very Good
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Film Making
Outstanding
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Live Streaming
Outstanding
Event Videos
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Events Photography
Outstanding
Vlogging
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
WiFi Connectivity
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding
Camera Body Only
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

Getting a Digital SLR camera opens you up to a bigger world photography. With its extensive range of settings, you can now calibrate much more just before you press the shutter.

Photography Skillset

Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Pentax K-1 II  will satisfy your needs.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the K-1 II is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 33 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the K-1 II does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Pentax K-1 II will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Pentax provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

For those special occasions, this Pentax camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Pentax K-1 II is a great companion to have.

For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (35.9 x 24 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 35.9 x 24 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Other Video needs

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Pentax's in-built intervalometer

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Pentax K-1 II  makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Pentax K-1 II for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 35.9 x 24 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Pentax has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Other considerations

Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi.

Style

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the K-1 II showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the K-1 II is a safe bet.

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Technical Specifications

Pentax K-1 II (Body) Black - 15993 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type SLR Camera Body
Operating Temperature (T-T) -10 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Brightness Adjustment Yes
Image Formats Supported DNG, JPEG, RAW
Photo Effects 1
Saturation Adjustment Yes
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 12 s
Shooting Modes Auto, Manual, Program
Tripod Mounting Supported Yes
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Flash
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Correction -2EV - +1EV (1/2 EV step)
Flash Exposure Lock Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Hi-speed sync, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Sync-speed 1/200 s
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Lock Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 33
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock Yes
ISO Sensitivity 100, 819200, Auto
ISO Sensitivity (max) 819200
ISO Sensitivity (min) 100
Light Exposure Correction ± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Auto, Manual
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
HD Type Full HD
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Supported Aspect Ratios 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 pixels
Audio
Audio System Stereo
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Voice Recording Yes
Wind Filter Yes
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD
Display
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3.2
Display Resolution (numeric) 1037000 pixels
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Diopter Correction Yes
Magnification 0.7 x
Optical Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 35.9 x 24 mm
Megapixel 36.4 MP
Sensor Format Full-frame
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 36.77 MP
Other Features
GPS (satellite) Yes
Interval Recording 1
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB Connector Micro-USB B
USB Port Yes
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi Standards b/g/n
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 85.5 mm
Height 110 mm
Weight 925 g
Width 136.5 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 7360 x 4912 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 7360x4912, 5760x3840, 4224x2816, 1920x1280, 4800x3200, 4224x2816, 3456x2304
Memory
Memory Slots 1
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 0 - 85 %