Pentax K-5
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Although at first sight the K-5 is virtually indistinguishable from its predecessor the K-7, there is more novelty to be found 'under the hood'. Arguably the most notable new component is the 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor. It brings with it a higher maximum sensitivity (ISO 51200 in expanded mode, the highest on a APS-C camera so far), faster continuous shooting (7.0 fps vs the K-7's 5.2) and a 1080p full HD video mode.
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
| Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 |
| Effective pixels | 16 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| ISO | Auto, 100 to 12800, in 1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps (80 to 51200 Extended) |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 |
| Focal length mult. | 1.5× |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 921,000 |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
| Format | Motion JPEG |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz) |
| Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73 mm (5.16 x 3.82 x 2.87″) |
| GPS | Optional |
The Pentax K-5's compact, solid body, generally well thought-out ergonomics, comprehensive feature set, and excellent image quality, in both still and movie modes make it one of the best APS-C DSLRs currently on the market.
Good for: enthusiast photographers who need a rugged body and and great low light performance.
Not so good for: shooters who need the quickest possible access to movie mode.
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