K-50
- Fully Weather-sealed, Dustproof, Coldproof Design
- 6 frames per second continuous shooting
- Full 1080p h.264 HD video recording
Highlights
Serious. Color.
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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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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). |
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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. |
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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-500—whether you’re a novice or an expert, there’s a PENTAX lens that lets you capture your interesting view of the world. |
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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.
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Fast Shutter speed up to 1/6000
A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed freezes sports and fast action without subject movement blur.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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6 frames per second continuous shooting
A fast 6 FPS frame rate captures fast action shots in dynamic shooting situations.
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ISO Speeds up to 51200
High sensitivity shooting up to 51200 ISO range improves noise performance throughout, even in low lighting.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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77 segment metering system
Highly accurate 77 segment metering system produces beautifully exposed images and video, even in complex lighting situations.
Specifications
Type |
Digital SLR |
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 weight Without 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 |
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 |
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 (4928×3264), 12M (4224×2816), 8M (3456×2304), 5M (2688×1792) RAW (4928×3264) 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 |
What’s in the Box?
- USB Cable I-USB7
- Battery Charger Kit K-BC109(A)
- Strap O-ST132
- Eyecup FR
- Software CD-ROM S-SW138
- Li-Ion Battery D-LI109
- AC Plug Cord D-C02J
- Hotshoe Cover FK
- Body Mount Cover
Product Support
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