Pentax releases new firmware for Q and Q10
Published Jul 4, 2013
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dpreview staff
Pentax has announced firmware updates to two of its tiny Q-series interchangeable lens cameras, the original Q and last year's Q10. Firmware version 1.13 for the Q and 1.02 for the Q10 add support for the PENTAX-07 Mount Shield Lens, and bring 'improved stability for general performance'. Click the links below to download the new firmware.
Firmware V 1.13 for Pentax Q
- Adds support for PENTAX-07 MOUNT SHIELD LENS
- Improved stability for general performance.
Click here to download Firmware version 1.13 for the Pentax Q
Firmware V 1.02 for Pentax Q10
- Adds support for PENTAX-07 MOUNT SHIELD LENS
- Improved stability for general performance.
Click here to download Firmware version 1.02 for the Pentax Q10
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