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Pentax K-5 II
Pentax K-5 II

DxOMark Sensor Scores

Overall Score
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82
Portrait
(Color Depth)
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23.8 bits
Landscape
(Dynamic Range)
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14.1 Evs
Sports
(Low-Light ISO)
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1235 ISO
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Pentax K-30
Pentax K-30

DxOMark Sensor Scores

Overall Score
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79
Portrait
(Color Depth)
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23.7 bits
Landscape
(Dynamic Range)
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13 Evs
Sports
(Low-Light ISO)
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1129 ISO
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Pentax K 01
Pentax K 01

DxOMark Sensor Scores

Overall Score
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79
Portrait
(Color Depth)
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23.7 bits
Landscape
(Dynamic Range)
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12.9 Evs
Sports
(Low-Light ISO)
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1135 ISO
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Pentax K-5 II
Pentax K-5 II

Manufacturer specifications

Type Semi-Pro DSLR 
Announced 2012-09-11 
Indicative price (USD) 999  
Sensor type CMOS 
Resolution 4928 x 3264  
Sensor photo detectors (Mpix) 16.08  
Sensor size (mm) 15.7 x 23.7 
Color filter array RGB 
Pixel pitch (µm)  
Bits per pixel  
Focal length multiplier 1.50 
Aspect Ratio 3:2 
ISO latitude  80 - 51200 
Shutter type Mechanical 
Fastest - Slowest speed (s) 1/8000 - 30.0  
Frame rate (fps) 7.0  
Live view  Yes 
Stabilization  Yes 
Firmware  
Dust cleaningYes 
Mount type Pentax KAF  
Weight (gr) 680  
Battery type Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90, 7.4V, 1500mAh  
Battery weight (gr) 78 
Tropicalization Yes 
Camera material Magnesium alloy 
Mount material Metal 
View finder type Optical 
View finder magnification 0.92 
View finder coverage 100 
Mirror lockup  
View finder diopter -2.5 to 1.5 
Monitor type LCD 
Monitor size 3 
Monitor pixel 921000 
Articulated screen No 
Touch screen No 
Contrast screen  
Low-pass filter  
Focus mode Yes 
Autofocus modes AF-S, AF-C 
Number of autofocus points 11 
Exposure bracketing Yes 
Exposure compensation +/- 5 EV 
Drive modes Single frame, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-timer (12s, 2s), Remote Control (immediately, 3 sec., continuous), Auto Bracketing (2, 3 or 5 frames), Auto Bracketing + Self-timer, Auto Bracketing + Remote Control 
Buffer size 30 (JPEG), 20 (RAW) 
Recording medium SD/SDHC 
Image format JPEG, RAW(PEF, DNG) 
White balance bracketing Yes 
Connectivity AV/USB/HDMI 
Bluetooth No 
3G No 
Sound recording Yes 
External micro Yes 
Histogram Yes 
GPS Yes 
Video Yes 
Maximum format image video 1920 x 1080 / 25 fps 
Full HD Yes 
Live autofocus  
Video file format Motion JPEG (AVI) 
Video codec  
Video stabilisation  

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Pentax K-30
Pentax K-30

Manufacturer specifications

Type Entry-level DSLR 
Announced 2012-05-22 
Indicative price (USD) 1199  
Sensor type CMOS 
Resolution 4936 x 3272  
Sensor photo detectors (Mpix) 16.15  
Sensor size (mm) 15.7 x 23.7 
Color filter array RGB 
Pixel pitch (µm) 4.8  
Bits per pixel 12.0 
Focal length multiplier 1.50 
Aspect Ratio 3:2 
ISO latitude  100 - 25600 
Shutter type Mechanical 
Fastest - Slowest speed (s) 1/6000 - 30.0  
Frame rate (fps) 6.0  
Live view  Yes 
Stabilization  Yes 
Firmware  
Dust cleaning 
Mount typePentax KAF  
Weight (gr) 0  
Battery type Li-ion, D-LI109 
Battery weight (gr) 0 
Tropicalization No 
Camera material Metal 
Mount material Metal 
View finder type Optical 
View finder magnification 0.92 
View finder coverage 100 
Mirror lockup  
View finder diopter -2.5 to 1.5 
Monitor type LCD 
Monitor size 3 
Monitor pixel 921000 
Articulated screen No 
Touch screen No 
Contrast screen 0 
Low-pass filter  
Focus mode Yes 
Autofocus modes AF-A, AF-S, AF-C, Manual 
Number of autofocus points 11 
Exposure bracketing up to +/- 2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps 
Exposure compensation +/- 5 EV 
Drive modes Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s, continuous), Auto Bracketing (3 frames, standard, timer, remote) 
Buffer size  
Recording medium SD/SDHC/SDXC 
Image format JPEG, RAW(PEF) 
White balance bracketing No 
Connectivity USB 
Bluetooth No 
3G No 
Sound recording Yes 
External micro  
Histogram Yes 
GPS Yes 
Video Yes 
Maximum format image video 1920 x 1080 / 30 fps 
Full HD Yes 
Live autofocus  
Video file format MPEG-4 
Video codec H.264 
Video stabilisation  

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Pentax K 01
Pentax K 01

Manufacturer specifications

Type Hybrid 
Announced 2012-02-02 
Indicative price (USD) 899  
Sensor type CMOS 
Resolution 4936 x 3272  
Sensor photo detectors (Mpix) 16.15  
Sensor size (mm) 15.7 x 23.7 
Color filter array RGB 
Pixel pitch (µm) 4.8  
Bits per pixel 12.0 
Focal length multiplier 1.50 
Aspect Ratio 3:2 
ISO latitude  100 - 25600 
Shutter type Mechanical 
Fastest - Slowest speed (s) 1/4000 - 30.0  
Frame rate (fps) 5.0  
Live view  Yes 
Stabilization  Yes 
Firmware 1.0 
Dust cleaningYes 
Mount typePentax KAF  
Weight (gr) 561  
Battery type Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90, 7.4V, 1500mAh  
Battery weight (gr) 0 
Tropicalization No 
Camera material Aluminium alloy and rubber finish 
Mount material Metal 
View finder type  
View finder magnification  
View finder coverage  
Mirror lockup  
View finder diopter  
Monitor type LCD 
Monitor size 3 
Monitor pixel 921000 
Articulated screen No 
Touch screen No 
Contrast screen  
Low-pass filter  
Focus mode Yes 
Autofocus modes Contrast detection AF 
Number of autofocus points  
Exposure bracketing Yes 
Exposure compensation +/- 3EV (1/2EV step or 1/3EV) 
Drive modes Single frame, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-timer (12sec., 2ssec.), Remote Control (0 sec., 3 sec.), Auto Bracketing (3 frames) 
Buffer size  
Recording medium SD (Secure Digital), SDHC and SDXC memory cards 
Image format JPEG, RAW (DNG) 
White balance bracketing No 
Connectivity USB2.0 (high-speed compatible) / AV output terminal, HDMI output terminal, Stereo microphone input terminal, MSC/PTP, NTSC/PAL 
Bluetooth No 
3G No 
Sound recording Built-in stereo microphone, External stereo microphone termi nal, Recording Sound Level 
External micro Yes 
Histogram Yes 
GPS No 
Video Yes 
Maximum format image video Full HD (1920x1080,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps) 
Full HD Yes 
Live autofocus  
Video file format MPEG-4 
Video codec H.264 
Video stabilisation  

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Pentax K-5 II
Pentax K-5 II

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Pentax K-30
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Pentax K 01
Pentax K 01

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Further readings for the Pentax K-5 II

To provide photographers with a broader perspective about mobiles, lenses and cameras, here are links to articles, reviews, and analyses of photographic equipment produced by DxOMark, renown websites, magazines or blogs.

Camera Review  |  December 07, 2012
Pentax K-5 IIs maintains the excellence of its sister model the K-5 II

Announced in September 2012 along with the Pentax K-5 II, the Pentax K-5 IIs is an almost identical camera with the exception that its anti-aliasing filter, used on the K-5 II to minimise the unwelcome effect of moiré, has been removed. But does removing the filter impact on the outstanding DxOMark Camera Sensor Ratings achieved by the K-5 II? We dissect the K-5 IIs Camera Sensor Ratings to find out.
Camera Review  |  January 18
Nikon D5200 review: New sensor and new leader

After the introduction of the entry-level 24Mpix D3200 early last year it seemed inevitable that the rest of the firm’s APS-C (DX) range would be refreshed with the same sensor. While the gestation of the new 24Mpix D5200 has taken longer than most people could of reasonably predicted, the sensor is, in fact, a new design and the first from a different vendor for Nikon. We’ve recently put the new camera through our labs, read on to see how the new sensor performs.
Camera Review  |  November 21, 2012
Pentax K5- II review: Showing the competition how it’s done

Pentax’s new version of their very accomplished K-5 model manages to retain the top position in the Semi-Pro DSLR category against some very tough competition. Should we be disappointed that it fails to score higher than the K-5? Not really, the K-5 II incorporates a number of technology updates without damaging what was, in the K-5, a very good formula.

Further readings for the Pentax K-30

To provide photographers with a broader perspective about mobiles, lenses and cameras, here are links to articles, reviews, and analyses of photographic equipment produced by DxOMark, renown websites, magazines or blogs.

Camera Review  |  September 17, 2012
Pentax K-30

Much like the K-5 from whom it borrowed all the technical essentials, the Pentax K-30 comes equipped with a 16-Mpix APS-C CMOS-technology sensor that one assumes is of Sony origin. (This is the same sensor used in the Nikon D7000 and D5100 as well as in the Sony NEX-5R / NEX-5N and SLT-A57.)

Further readings for the Pentax K 01

To provide photographers with a broader perspective about mobiles, lenses and cameras, here are links to articles, reviews, and analyses of photographic equipment produced by DxOMark, renown websites, magazines or blogs.

Camera Review  |  February 26
Samsung NX200 review – A hybrid with purpose

Launched in September 2011, the Samsung NX200 marks a significant point in the NX line because it features an all-new APS-C CMOS sensor with 20.3megapixels. Among the hybrid cameras, this is about as big as sensors currently get, so Samsung are aiming at the high ground, a fact confirmed by the premium feel all-metal body – a first in the NX-series.
Camera Review  |  February 20
Nikon 1 S1 review: A new product line for the Nikon Hybrid system

Launched in January 2013 the Nikon 1 S1 is a new product line in the Nikon 1 Hybrid Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens series. Targeted at advanced through to expert enthusiasts after a lightweight camera for photography daytrips and holidays the Nikon 1 S1 features a clean minimalistic design. Utilizing a smaller sensor and lower resolution than most of the Hybrid competition though how will it fare in the DxOMark Sensor Scores?
Camera Review  |  February 15
Nikon 1 J3 review: A new midrange offering doesn’t shine

Released just a month after being announced at CES 2013 alongside a new lower-end sibling (the Nikon 1 S1), the new Nikon 1 J3 now takes its place as the midrange model in Nikon’s lineup of interchangeable lens compact cameras, with a list price of $599.95 (with a 10-30mm kit lens). The J3 is an update to the Nikon 1 J2, which came out only five months prior to the announcement of the J3 and S1 and had been the camera maker’s lower-end offering.
Camera Review  |  February 14
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 review

Hybrid is a word used both positively and negatively, quite appropriate for the photographic industry. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 wears this badge: "Hybrid", a mix of system and compact. It has a range of lenses spanning 7mm to 300mm (equivalent to 14mm up to 600mm in full frame 35mm) and a body that is not much bigger than a compact camera. Should it wear it with pride? Yes, it should…
Article  |  January 11
DxOMark Camera Sensor

A noise benchmark of 187 digital cameras by Peter van den Hamer

DxOMark Camera Sensor is a raw benchmark for camera bodies by DxO Labs. The benchmark is “raw” because it measures image quality using Raw output files. It is also raw as DxO’s data can be used to cook up camera reviews that cover more aspects than image quality.
Camera Review  |  January 04
Canon EOS M review: Canon finally joins the mirrorless party

Canon was the last major maker to embrace the hybrid or ‘mirrorless’ camera market. As a somewhat sober debut, designed for those who are new to photography, the EOS M adopts an 18-megapixel APS-C format in a compact body but boasts a number of advanced features including a 31-point hybrid AF system for stills and video and a touch sensitive 3-inch LCD. While it’s clear this camera doesn’t compete directly with the firm’s DSLRs, how does it stack up against the competition that don’t have the same volume of DSLR sales to protect?
Camera Review  |  December 20, 2012
Nikon 1 V2 review: Evolution, stasis or regression?

Launched in October 2012, the Nikon 1 V2 is a not unexpected update to the Nikon 1 V1, which debuted in September 2011. The Nikon 1 Series cameras are hybrid cameras with interchangeable lenses. In the case of the V1 and V2, they fall at the upper end of the segment, offering more features and a higher performance level than their more consumer oriented brethren, the Nikon 1 J1 and J2.
Lens Review  |  March 13, 2012
Pentax SMC DA 15mm F4 ED AL Limited

Here is a new series featuring the results of Pentax prime lenses mounted on the compatible camera with the best resolution thus far, the Pentax K5.  (But as usual, you can consult DxOMark to see the results for these lenses when mounted on other compatible camera bodies, such as the Pentax K7 or Km.)
Preview  |  February 02, 2012
Pentax K-01

Following the hybrid camera trend and after the limited success of the Pentax Q, Pentax is announcing today a new compact camera with interchangeable lenses, the Pentax K-01.