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  • Manufacturer: PENTAX
  • UPC #027075225022
  • Model #10939
    • Forget conformity, and get serious with the PENTAX K-50, a mid-level DSLR with fast, advanced functionality, all wrapped up in your own bold colors. Featuring specifications of a top level DSLR, enjoy a 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, fast continuous shooting at six frames per second, ISO up to 51200, 100% field of view, innovative in-body shake reduction, and an advanced auto focus module with four optional focusing screens, not to mention the PENTAX-original weather-sealing. Even with features this generous, the K-50 is also available in 120 customizable, brilliant color combinations that are sure to match your personality and style. The K-50's approachable, easy ergonomics is perfect for families and everyday photography, complete with a wide selection of creative tools and filters for limitless personalized expressions. Get ready to stand out from the crowd and wear your colors on your camera. It's your camera, and your colors, with the PENTAX K-50.

     

     

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    (Manufacturer # 10939 )

    Features
    PRIME M Image Processing Engine
    PRIME M image processing engine is optimized for HD video capture, smooth live view, low chromatic noise, and low energy consumption.
    High Precision SAFOX IXi+ Auto Focusing
    Advanced SAFOX IXi+ autofocus engine, with AF assist lamp and light source detection sensor, features improved optical components, including a diffraction lens, for responsive autofocus in any lighting.
    Pentaprism Viewfinder for 100% Field of View & 4 optional Focusing Screens
    What you see is what you get with the low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder, with four interchangeable focusing screens, achieves a 100% optical field of view for framing accuracy in a highly compact form factor.
    Fully Weather-sealed, Dustproof, Coldproof Design
    With 81 weather seals throughout the entire body, your K-50 ensures worry-free use in any weather condition or outdoor setting, be it rain or sand. The K-50's rugged, coldproof design is also made for perfect use in sub-freezing, wet, snowy winter conditions (-10C, 14F).
    Innovative In-body Shake Reduction (SR) Mechanism
    The PENTAX in-body, sensor-shift Shake and Dust Reduction technology ensures sharp, image stabilized, auto-leveled, and dust-free imaging with any mounted lens.
    Large High Resolution 3 inch LCD
    Large 3 inch LCD with brightness and color adjustments is wide angle viewable, and features 921,000 dots of resolution.
    K-Mount Compatible with 25 Million PENTAX lenses
    The PENTAX K-mount is compatible with every single K-mount lens ever made. Choose from over 25 million PENTAX lenses to use with your K-50—whether you're a novice or an expert, there's a PENTAX lens that lets you capture your interesting view of the world.

    16 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor

    A high performance 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor strikes the perfect balance between resolution and image quality.

    Fast Shutter speed up to 1/6000

    A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed freezes sports and fast action without subject movement blur.

    Eye-Fi Card Compatibility

    With Eye-Fi wireless LAN SD memory cards, the user can automatically transmit recorded images to a smartphone. New built-in menus allow the user to easily enable automatic transmission of images and video to a smartphone for rapid sharing. Users can even select favorite images and resize them before transmission.

    In-body raw development and HDR shooting

    Enjoy in-body raw development and in-camera HDR shooting mode, featuring multiple blending options to bring out the detail in wide gamut still imaging.

    Enhanced Creative Modes, multilayer filtering opportunities

    Choose from 11 types of custom image modes and 19 digital filters, all with multi layering capabilities, for more creative expression than you ever dreamt of. The K-50 lets you show off your unique visions with real, high-resolution images.

    Standard Lithium-ion battery or optional use of AA-size batteries

    Compatible with both rechargeable Li-Ion and AA batteries (via optional AA battery holder) for plentiful power at home or while travelling.

    Traditional, Auto Picture and Scene modes

    Traditional shooting modes feature PENTAX Sensitivity Priority (Sv) and Shutter And Aperture Priority (TAv) for outstanding flexibility, while powerful automatic modes like Auto Picture and Scene modes take the guesswork out of great photography.

    6 frames per second continuous shooting

    A fast 6 FPS frame rate captures fast action shots in dynamic shooting situations.

    ISO Speeds up to 51200

    High sensitivity shooting up to 51200 ISO range improves noise performance throughout, even in low lighting.

    Full 1080p h.264 HD video recording

    Full 1080p HD video capture at 30 frames per second (60 FPS for 720p) features efficient h.264 compression, flexible exposure control, and HDR finishing options for stunning video quality.

    Programmable front & rear e-dials

    Programmable front and rear e-dials enable PENTAX renowned Hyper Program and Manual modes, as well as other rapid no-look settings changes.

    Dual-axis electronic level

    For high precision horizontal and vertical alignment, use the electronic dual-axis level to make sure your shot is perfectly aligned with the horizon or framed just the way you want it. Measure both side-to-side and forward to backward tilt for the ideal shot.

    77 segment metering system

    Highly accurate 77 segment metering system produces beautifully exposed images and video, even in complex lighting situations.
    Specifications
    Sensor
    Type:CMOS w primary color filter, integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system
    Size:23.7 x 15.7mm (APS-C)
    Color depth:8 bits/channel JPG, 12 bits / channel RAW
    Effective pixels (total pixels):16.3 MP (16.5 MP)
    Dust Removal:Sensor movement w SP coating on low pass filter
    Pixel mapping:Yes
    Lens
    Type/construction:PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount
    Usable lenses:PENTAX KAF3, KAF2, KAF, and KA (K mount, 35mm screw-mount, 645/67 med format lenses useable w adapter and/or restrictions)
    SDM function:Yes
    Power zoom function:n/a
    Focus System
    Type:SAFOX IXi+ TTL phase-detection 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system w light wavelength sensor and diffraction lens
    Sensitivity range:EV -1 to 18 (ISO 100)
    Focus modes:AF.A (auto), AF.S (single, w focus lock, focus/shutter priority selectable), AF.C (continuous, w focus/FPS priority selectable), Manual
    Focus point adjustment:Auto 11 pt., Auto 5 pt., User-Selectable (w Expanded Area AF), Center
    AF assist:Yes via dedicated LED AF assist lamp
    Focus peaking:Yes (n/a during active video recording)
    Viewfinder
    Type:Pentaprism
    Coverage (field of view):100%
    Magnification:0.92X (w 50mm F1.4 at infinity)
    Standard focusing screen:Natural-Bright-Matte III (interchangeable)
    Diopter adjustment:-2.5m to +1.5m
    Depth of field preview:Optical (diaphragm stop-down), digital
    LCD Monitor
    Type:3.0" TFT color LCD w brightness / color adjustment
    Resolution:921,000 dots
    Wide angle viewable:Yes
    Flash
    Type:Retractable P-TTL pop-up flash
    Guide number:12m (ISO 100)
    Coverage:28mm wide angle equivalent
    Flash modes:P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync
    Flash exposure compensation:-2 to +1 EV (1/3 steps)
    External Flash
    Type:Hotshoe (P-TTL), high speed sync and wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
    Synchronization speed:1/180 sec
    Storage Media
    Internal memory:n/a
    Removable memory:SD, SDHC, SDXC, (Eye-Fi Card compatible)
    Interfaces
    Ports:USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out
    USB Connection:MSC / PTP
    Video out:NTSC, PAL
    Microphone:Built-in monaural
    Power Supply
    Power source:Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI109 (included), AA battery holder D-BH109 for 4* AA batteries (sold separately)
    Recordable images:Li-Ion approx. 480 (410 w 50% flash, CIPA), AA lithium approx. 1250 (710 w 50% flash, CIPA)
    Playback time:Li-Ion approx. 270 min, AA lithium approx. 560 min
    Movie recording time:25 min max time per clip
    AC adapter available:Yes. K-AC128 (sold separately)
    Physical Specs
    Body dimensions (W x H x D):5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8"
    Body weightWithout battery or removable memory: 20.8 oz
    Loaded and ready: 22.9 oz (Li-Ion)
    Primary construction material(s):Reinforced polycarbonate over stainless steel chassis
    Operating temperature:14-104°F (-10 to 40°C)
    Ruggedized features:Fully weather sealed throughout body, coldproof
    Language Support
    Supported:English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian
    Image Stabilization
    Type:Sensor-shift SR w rotational compensation (3 stops avg CIPA, 4 stops max)
    Metering System
    Type:TTL open aperture 77 segment metering
    Sensitivity range:EV 0 to 22 (ISO 100, 50mm F1.4)
    Metering patterns (multi, center, spot):Multi 77, Center, Spot
    Exposure compensation:+/- 5 EV (1/3 and 1/2 steps)
    Exposure lock:Yes
    Exposure bracketing:3 frames, up to +/- 3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps
    ISO Sensitivity
    Auto:100-51200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), auto range selectable
    Manual:100-51200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps)
    White Balance
    Type:Image sensor detection w light wavelength sensor detection
    Auto preset modes:Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: Cool White, L: Warm White), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
    Manual mode(s):a) 3 manual settings can be configured and saved, b) Kelvin color temperatures can be selected, c) WB settings can be copied from a captured image
    WB fine adjustment:+/- 7 steps A-B axis or G-M axis
    Shutter
    Type:Electronically controlled, vertical-run, focal plane shutter
    Shutter speed:Auto: 1/6000 to 30 sec., Manual: 1/6000 to 30 sec. (1/3EV steps or 1/2EV steps), Bulb.
    Capture Modes
    Mode selection:Hyper Program (P), Sensitivity Priority (Sv), Shutter Priority (Tv), Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter & Aperture Priority (TAv), Hyper Manual (M), Bulb (B), User (U1, U2), Scene (SCN), Auto Picture (AUTO), Movie
    Auto Picture modes:Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Night Scene, Blue Sky, Forest
    Scene modes:Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest, Night Scene, Night Scene HDR (JPG), Night Snap, Food, Pet, Kids, Surf & Snow, Backlight Silhouette, Candlelight, Stage Lighting, Museum
    Custom Image modes:Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing
    Green simplified mode available:n/a
    Face detection available:Yes
    PASMB:P, A, S, M, B (extended modes Sv, TAv)
    Date stamp:n/a
    Digital filters (capture):Extract Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Color
    Dynamic range adjustment:Highlight, shadow
    Digital level:Viewfinder (horizontal), LCD (horizontal, vertical), SR auto-level function
    File/Folder customization:Folder name (standard, date), create new folder, embed copyright
    Drive Modes
    Mode selection:Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s), Exposure Bracketing (3 frames)
    Continuous FPS
    • Continuous Hi: approx. 6.0 FPS (30 JPG, 8 RAW)
    • Continuous Lo: approx. 3.0 FPS (unlimited JPG, 10 RAW)
    Multi-exposure:2-9 shots, auto exposure adjustment
    Interval:999 shots, 3 sec to 24 hr interval, time delay
    HDR:Auto, HDR 1, HDR 2, HDR 3, pixel alignment, exposure bracket +/- 1-3 EV (1/1 steps)
    Cable switch:Yes CS-205 (sold separately)
    Playback Modes
    Mode selection:Single frame, Multi-image display (4, 9, 16, 36, 81 segmentation), Display magnification (up to 16x, scrolling and quick magnification available), rotating, histogram, bright/dark area warning, copyright display, calendar filmstrip, display, folder display, slideshow, Eye-Fi transfer
    Mode pallet:Image Rotation, Digital Filter, Resize, Cropping, Index Print, Protect, Slideshow, Save as Manual WB, Save Cross Processing, RAW Development, Movie Edit, DPOF
    Digital filters (playback):Monochrome, Extract Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Color, Tone Expansion, Sketch Filter, Water Color, Pastel, Posterization, Miniature, Soft, Starburst, Fish-eye, Slim, Base Parameter Adjustment
    File Formats
    Recorded resolutions:16M (4928x3264), 12M (4224x2816), 8M (3456x2304), 5M (2688x1792), RAW (4928x3264)
    Quality levels:*** (Best), ** (Better), * (Good)
    File formats:RAW (DNG), JPG (EXIF 2.3), DCF 2.0 compliant, DPOF, PIM III
    Color space:sRGB, AdobeRGB
    Custom Functions
    Functions available:22
    Computer Requirements
    Windows:Windows XP (SP3 or later 32-bit Home/Pro), Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), Win 7 (32-bit, 64-bit), Win 8, (can be run as a 32-bit application on any 64-bit edition of Windows).
    Mac:Mac OS X, 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8








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