PENTAX KF

€949,99

A compact digital SLR camera featuring dustproof, weather-resistant construction perfect for outdoor photography

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Super-high-resolution images captured with approximately 24.24 effective megapixels and at ISO 102400
Dustproof and weather-resistant body perfect for rugged outdoor photography
Clear-view optical viewfinder with its approximately 100% field of view and nearly 0.95-times magnification
Vari-angle LCD monitor for easy image viewing from all angles
PENTAX-original shake-reduction system featuring the Pixel Shift Resolution System
Hybrid AF system for high-speed AF operation during Live View shooting
Wireless LAN connection to support smartphone operation

Camera-Type

TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera

Lens Compatibility

PENTAX K-Mount

Image Sensor

Primary color filter CMOS. Size: 23.5mm x 15.6mm (APS-C)
Effective Pixels

Approx. 24.24 megapixels

Sensitivity

ISO100～102400

Image Stabilizer

IBIS - Sensor-shift shake reduction (SR)(3-axis)
Viewfinder Type

Pentaprism Finder, with approx 100% FOV

Monitor Type

Vari-angle 3"TFT color LCD monitor

Flash

Built-in retractable P-TTL flash

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PENTAX KF – Redefining the basic values of SLR photography

APS-C CMOS image sensor with 24.24 effective megapixels for full imaging power

The AA filter-free design of the PENTAX KF's high-performance image sensor unit optimises resolution and delivers detailed images, while ensuring fast readout of high-gradation 14-bit image data.

It is supported by the PRIME MII imaging engine with integrated acceleration unit, which effectively suppresses noise at a maximum sensitivity of ISO 102400 and ensures a true-to-life reproduction of gradations and textures at all sensitivity levels.

Camera-shake reduction with IBIS

The sensor is also the basis for the advanced IBIS system, which ensures effective image stabilisation with all lenses (including older K-lenses). It offers a compensation effect of 4.5 shutter steps. At the same time, a built-in gyro sensor detects panning shots, while the SR unit is efficiently controlled to effortlessly minimise blurring in both normal and panning shots.

Pixel Shift Resolution System

This Pentax-original technology fully utilises the potential of the image sensor by taking advantage of the SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism. It does this by capturing four images of the same subject by shifting the image sensor by a single pixel for each frame. All the RGB colour data in each pixel is calculated to produce images with extremely high resolution, much more lifelike colours and much finer details than images captured using normal shooting processes. Images captured using this system can be saved as RAW files.

The compact, dustproof and weather-resistant standard-class model in the Pentax Line-up

The PENTAX KF redefines the basic values of SLR photography and offers outstanding image performance in a compact body. Although it belongs to the standard class, it has a range of advanced functions and user-friendly features that are normally only available in higher-end models.

Dustproof, weather-resistant body

A dependable imaging system, including lens, to take on challenging situations

The PENTAX KF incorporates 100 sealing parts throughout its body, including the LCD monitor, to prevent the intrusion of water and dust into the interior. By pairing it with a PENTAX AW- or WR-series lens, you have a highly dependable imaging system with superb environment-resistant performance.

Everything under control

Optical glass pentaprism viewfinder

With an approximately 100% field of view and nearly 0.95-times magnification , the PENTAX KF’s viewfinder provides a large sharp view of the subject, allowing you to capture it exactly the way you want. It also facilitates manual focus operations, because it makes it easy to locate the in-focus point in the image field.er that displays the subject 1:1 without any falsification by electronics is essential.

Vari-angle LCD monitor

For many situations, the PENTAX KF's vari-angle LCD monitor is a perfect extension of the optical view-finder. It allows you to position it at any desired angle when shooting in Live View mode, enabling more interesting compositions, e.g. from different camera angles.

Ergonomic design for easy operation – even with gloves

The PENTAX KF has been designed with great attention to detail to provide optimal comfort and ease of use. The handgrip ensures a secure hold of the camera and provides easy access to the control buttons and mode dial even when wearing gloves

The control buttons have been positioned for optimal usability. The exposure compensation button has been placed next to the shutter release button so that you can easily access it without taking your eye off the viewfinder while adjusting the compensation value with the control dials.

Double control dials

Essential to the Pentax KF is fast exposure control with the original Hyper operating system. To do this, the camera has two dials that can be used to control the original Hyper operating system from PENTAX. To select the exposure mode (P), turn one of the dials to instantly switch the exposure mode to aperture priority (Av) or shutter speed priority (Tv) without taking your eyes off the subject.

A range of customisation tools

In addition to customisable buttons, the Pentax KF boasts numerous functions for influencing the image result. In addition to a selection of 19 scene modes, the camera offers the so-called ‘Custom Image’ function. For this, the camera offers a large number of different image recipes that deliver a special imaging. Based on the standard settings, parameters such as saturation, shading, tonal value, contrast and sharpness can be freely adjusted to give the images the desired finishing touch.
In addition, the camera offers a selection of many creative filters that, in addition to the ‘Custom Image’ function, provide a great deal of creative shooting fun.
Functions such as double exposure or the HDR mode, as well as Clarity Control, the option of ‘fine sharpening’ and ‘extra fine sharpening’, or the skin tone correction round off the extensive package for the perfect image.
And if you're not sure whether the selected settings are right, you can change them in-camera immediately after shooting – just like RAW development.

USER Mode

Easy assignment of frequently used settings

A special feature for the user is the option to access important recurring settings directly via the exposure dial using three user modes.

Assignale settings:
- Exposure mode (P, Sv, Tv, Av, TAv, M, B)
- Sensitivity
- EV Compensation
- AF Active Area
- Flash Mode
- Drive mode
- White Balance
- Custom Image
- menu settings (with exceptions)
- C menu settings

The following camera settings, which are recommended for best results, are initially assigned to the USER Modes as default:

USER Mode 1 “CLEAR TONE”
Designed to produce a high-contrast, high-saturation image, this mode emphasizes the clarity and fresh-ness of subjects such as snowfield in the sun or a crystal-clear lake.

USER Mode 2 “HDR LANDSCAPE”
Using the clarity-enhanced Advanced HDR (A-HDR) mode and through adjustment of the Custom Image function, this mode is useful for dramatizing scenic images.

USER Mode 3 “ASTROPHOTO”
Highly useful in astronomical photography, this mode lets you capture the beautiful colors of celestial bod-ies with great ease, while minimizing the fading of black color in the background.
The optional O-GPS2 unit provides an automatic tracking function of celestial bodies in astronomical applications.

Pentax photographers from all over the world share their pictures on Instagram using the official hashtag #pentaxkf. See for yourself and get an idea of the camera's capabilities.

PENTAX KF on Instagram

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MODEL DESCRIPTION

Camera-Typ: TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera
Lens Mount: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount AF coupler, lens information contacts, K-mount with power contacts)
Compatible Lens: DA-Series Lenses fits perfect to the camera DFA-Series lenses are designed for the use with 35 mm Fullframe, but can be used as well with the Pentax KF (All lenses with the following mount can be used: KAF4, KAF3, KAF2 (power zoom compatible), KAF, KA mount lens)

IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT

Image Sensor: Type: Primary color filter CMOS. Size: 23.5mm x 15.6mm (APS-C)
Effective Pixels: Approx. 24.24 megapixels
Total Pixels: Approx. 24.78 megapixels
Sensitivity (Standard output): ISO100～102400 Auto (ISO Auto Lower/Upper Limit and Minimum Shutter Speed can be set), Manual
Image Stabilizer: IBIS - Sensor-shift shake reduction (SR)(3-axis)
AA Filter Simulator: Moiré reduction using SR unit. OFF/Type1/Type2/Bracket (3 frames)
Dust Removal: Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations "DR II"

FILE FORMAT

File format: RAW (PEF/DNG), JPEG (Exif 2.3), DCF2.0 compliant
Recorded Pixels: JPEG: L(24M:6000x4000), M(14M:4608x3072), S(6M:3072x2048), XS(2M:1920x1280) RAW: (24M:6000x4000)
Quality Level: RAW (14bit): PEF, DNG JPEG: ★★★ (Best), ★★ (Better), ★ (Good), RAW + JPEG simultaneous capturing available
Color Space: sRGB, AdobeRGB
Storage Medium: SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card (Conforms to UHS-I standards)
Recording File: File Name: "IMGP****" or User assigned file name File name numbering: Sequential, Reset

WHITE BALLANCE

Type of White Balance: TTL method using image sensor
Light temperature - presets: AUTO WB, Multi Auto WB, Daylight, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D:Daylight Color, N:Daylight White, W:Cool White, L:Warm White), Tungsten Light, CTE, Manual WB (up to 3 settings), Color Temperature Configuration (up to 3 settings), Copying the white balance setting of a captured image
Fine Adjustment: Adjustable ±14 steps on A-B axis or G-M axis

VIEWFINDER

Viewfinder Type: Pentaprism Finder
Coverage (FOV): Approx. 100%
Magnification: Approx. 0.95x (FA50mmF1.4 at infinity)
Eye-Relief Length: Approx. 20.5mm (from the view window), Approx. 22.3mm (from the center of lens)
Diopter Adjustment: Approx. -2.5m to + 1.5m-1
Focusing Screen: Interchangeable Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen

LCD MONITOR

Monitor Type: Vari-angle TFT color LCD monitor featuring an air-gapless structure, tempered-glass front panel
Size: 3.0 inch (aspect ratio 3:2)
Dots: Approx. 1037K dots
Adjustment: Brightness, Saturation and Colors adjustable
Night Vision LCD: ON/OFF

LIVE VIEW

Type of Live View: TTL method using image sensor
Autofocus: Hybrid AF (Image plane phase-matching and Contrast detection) AF area: Face detection, Tracking, Multiple AF points, Select, Spot Focus Peaking: ON/OFF
Display: Field of View approx. 100%, Magnified view (up to 16x), Grid Display (4x4 Grid, Golden Section, Scale display, Square 1, Square 2, Grid Color: Black/White ), Histogram, Bright area warning

AUTOFOCUS SYSTEM

Type of AF-System: TTL: Phase-matching autofocus
Focus Sensor: SAFOX X, 11 points (9 cross type focus points in the center)
Brightness Range: EV-3 to 18 (ISO 100 / at normal temperature)
AF Mode: Single AF (AF.S), Continuous AF (AF.C), Auto select AF (AF.A)
AF Point Selection: Auto:11 points, Auto:5 points, Select, Expanded Area Select, Spot
AF Assist Light: Dedicated LED AF assist light

METERING

Type of Metering System: TTL open aperture, 77 segmented metering, center-weighted and spot metering
Metering Range: EV0 to 22 (ISO100 at FA50mmF1.4)
Exposure Mode: Auto Picture mode (Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest), Scene Mode (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest, Night Scene, Night Scene HDR, Night Snap, Food, Pet, Kids, Surf & Snow, Backlight Silhouette, Candlelight, Stage Lighting, Museum), Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Shutter & Aperture Priority, Manual, Bulb
EV Compensation: ±5EV (1/2EV steps or 1/3EV steps can be selected)
AE Lock: Can be assigned to the AF/AE-L button

SHUTTER

Shutter-Type: Electronically controlled vertical-run focal plane shutter * Electronic shutter when using Pixel Shift Resolution
Shutter Speed: Auto:1/6000 to 30 sec., Manual: 1/6000 to 30 sec. (1/3EV steps or 1/2EV steps), Bulb (Timed exposure setting possible from 10 sec. to 20min.)

DRIVE MODES

Mode Selection: [Still Image] Single Frame, Continuous (H, L), Self-timer (12s, 2s, Continuous), Remote Control (0s., 3s., Continuous), Bracketing (2, 3 or 5 frames), Mirror-up, Multi-Exposure, Interval Shooting, Interval Composite, Interval Movie Record, Star Stream [Movie] Remote Control * Bracketing, Interval Shooting, Interval Composite, Interval Movie Record and Star Stream are possible to use with Self-timer/Remote Control * Mirror-up is possible to use with Self-timer * Multi-Exposure is possible to use with Continuous Shooting, Self-timer or Remote Control
Continuous Shooting: Max. approx. 6.0 fps, JPEG ( L: ★★★ at Continuous H): up to approx. 40 frames, RAW: up to approx. 10 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 8 frames Max. approx. 3.0 fps, JPEG L: ★★★ at Continuous L): up to approx. 100 frames, RAW: up to approx. 16 frames, RAW+: up to approx. 11 frames *ISO100
Multi-Exposure: Composite Mode(Additive/Average/Bright) Number of Shots(2 to 2000 times)
Interval Shooting: [Interval Shooting] Interval: 2s. to 24h./ Standby Interval: Min.･1s. to 24h., Number of shots: 2 to 2000 times, Start Interval: Now/Self-timer/Remote Control/Set Time [Interval Composite] Interval: 2s. to 24h./ Standby Interval: Min.･1s. to 24h., Number of shots: 2 to 2000 times, Start Interval: Now/Self-timer/Remote Control/Set Time, Composite Mode: Additive/Average/Bright, Save Process: ON/OFF [Interval Movie] Recorded Pixels: 4K/FullHD/HD, File Format: Motion JPEG (AVI), Interval:2s. to 24h./ Standby Interval: Min･1s. to 24h., Number of shots: 8 to 2000 times (8 to 500 times at 4K), Start Interval:Now/Self-timer/Remote Control/Set Time [Star Stream] Recorded Pixels: 4K/FullHD/HD, File Format: Motion JPEG (AVI), Interval:2s. to 24h./ Standby Interval: Min･1s. to 24h., Number of shots: 8 to 2000 times (8 to 500 times at 4K), Start Interval: Now/Self-timer/Remote Control/Set Time, Fade-out: OFF/Low/Medium/High
Selftimer: 3 sec, 10 sec

FLASH

Built-in Flash: Built-in retractable P-TTL flash, GN: approx. 12 (ISO100/m), Angle of view of 28mm lens (35mm format equivalent)
Flash Modes: Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction (Auto Picture, Scene) Flash On, Flash On+ Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, Manual Flash Discharge (Full-1/128)
Sync Speed: 1/180sec
Flash Exposure Compensation:: -2.0 -+1.0
External Flash: P-TTL, Leading Curtain Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync * Contrast-control-sync and High-speed sync requires two or more dedicated external flash.

CAPTURE SETTING

Auto Picture Mode: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, ForestI
Scene Mode: 19 distinctive Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest, Night Scene, Night Scene HDR, Night Snap, Food, Pet, Kids, Surf & Snow, Backlight Silhouette, Candlelight, Stage Lighting, Museum
Custom Image / Image Control: Auto Select, Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, MIYABI, SATOBI, Radiant, Muted, Flat, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing (Random, Preset 1-3, Favorite 1-3) Adjust parameters: Saturation, Hue, High/Low Key Adjustment, Contrast, Contrast (Highlight), Contrast (Shadow), Sharpness, Shading, Clarity, Toning, Filter Effect, Grain Effect*, HDR Tone Level, Color Tone* (Adjust parameter varies depending on the selected image setting)
Digital Filter: Extract Color, Replace Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Unicolor Bold, Bold Monochrome
Clarity: Adjustable ±4 step
Skin Tone Compensation: Type1, Type2, OFF
HDR: Auto, HDR1, HDR2, HDR3, Advanced HDR, OFF, Exposure bracket value adjustable, Automatic composition correction function
Pixel Shift Resolution: Motion Correction ON, Motion Correction OFF, OFF
Lens Correction: Distortion Correction, Peripheral Illumin. Correction, Lateral Chromatic Aberration Correction, Diffraction Correction
D-RANGE Compensation: Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction
Noise Reduction: Slow Shutter Speed NR, High-ISO NR
Horizon Correction: SR On: correction up to 1 degrees, SR Off: correction up to 1.5 degrees
Electronic Level: Displayed in viewfinder : Horizontal direction only, Displayed on LCD monitor: Horizontal and vertical direction

MOVIE

File Format: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264(MOV
Recorded Pixels: Full HD(1920x1080, 60i/50i/30p/25p/24p） HD (1280x720, 60p/50p)
Auto Focus: Hybrid AF (Image plane phase-matching and Contrast detection) AF mode: Single AF (AF.S), Continuous AF (AF.C) * Continuous AF (AF.C) is available with the dedicated lens. AF area: Multiple AF points, Select, Spot Focus Peaking: ON/OFF
Sound: Built-in stereo microphone, external microphone (Stereo recording compatible) Recording Sound Level adjustable
Recording Time: Up to 25 minutes or 4GB ; automatically stops recording if the internal temperature of the camera becomes high.
Custom Images: Auto Select, Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, MIYABI, SATOBI, Radiant, Muted, Flat, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing (Random, Preset 1-3, Favorite 1-3)
Digital Filter: Extract Color, Replace Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Unicolor Bold, Bold Monochrome

PLAYBACK

Playback View: Single frame, Multi-image display (6,12, 20, 35, 80 segmentation), Display magnification (up to 16x, Quick Zoom view available), Grid display (4x4 Grid, Golden Section, Scale display, Square 1, Square 2, Grid Color: Black/White ), Rotating, Histogram (Y histogram, RGB histogram), Bright area warning, Auto Image Rotation, Detailed information, Copyright Information (Photographer, Copyright holder), GPS information (latitude, longitude, altitude, Coordinated Universal Time) , Orientation, Folder Display, Calendar Filmstrip Display, Slide Show
Digital Filter: Base Parameter Adj, Extract Color, Replace Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Unicolor Bold, Bold Monochrome, Tone Expansion, Sketch, Water Color, Pastel, Posterization, Miniature, Soft, Starburst, Fish-eye, Slim, Monochrome
RAW Development: RAW file select: Select Single Image, Select Multiple Images, Select a folder RAW Development Parameter: White Balance, Custom Image, Sensitivity, Clarity, Skin Tone, Digital filter, HDR, Pixel Shift Resolution, Shadow Correction, High-ISO NR, Distortion Correction, Peripheral Illumin. Corr., Lateral Chromatic Aberration Correction, Diffraction Correction, Color Fringe Correction, File Format (JPEG/TIFF), Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, JPEG Quality, Color Space
Edit: Image Rotation, Color Moiré Correction, Resize, Cropping (Aspect ratio and Slant adjustment available), Movie Edit (Divide or delete selected frames), Capturing a JPEG still picture from a movie, Saving RAW data in buffer memory, Image Copy
Delete: Delete single image, delete all, select & delete, delete folder, delete instant review image

CUSTOMAZATION

USER Mode: Up to 3 settings can be saved
Custom Functions: 24 items
Mode Memory: 16 items
Custom Functions: 24 items
Button Customization: Fx1 Button, Fx2 Button (One Push File Format, Wi-Fi, Outdoor View Setting, Night Vision LCD Display, Preview, Electronic Level, Change AF Area) AF/AE-L button (AF1, AF2, Cancel AF, AE Lock) Various settings for the action of the e-dials in each exposure mode can also be saved
World Time: World Time settings for 75 cities (28 time zones)
Language: English, French, Germany, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese
AF Fine Adjustment: ±10 step, Uniform adjustment, Individual adjustment (up to 20 can be saved)
Copyright Information: Names of "Photographer" and "Copyright Holder" are embedded to the image file. Revision history can be checked using the provided software
Indicator Lamps: Other indicator lamps (OFF/1/2), Self-timer (ON/OFF), Remote Control (ON/OFF), GPS (ON/OFF)

USAGE ENVIRONMENT

Temperature: -10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F)
Humidity: 85% or less (no condensation)
Dust- Weather Protection: 100 sealing parts

INTERFACES

USB Connection: USB2.0 (micro B), HDMI output terminal (Type D) , Stereo microphone input / Cable switch input ( ø3.5mm connector)
USB Connection: MSC/PTP

WIRELESS LAN

WLAN Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g/n (HT20) (Wireless LAN standard protocol)
Frequency (Center Frequency): 2412MHz～2462MHz (1ch～11ch)
Security: Authentication: WPA2, Encryption: AES

POWER SUPPLY

Battery Type: Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI109
Battery Life: Number of recordable images: (with 50% flash usage): approx. 400 images, (without flash usage): approx.: 460 images Playback time: Approx. 250 minutes * With a fully-charged Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery under the temperature at 23°C. Tested in compliance with CIPA standard. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting condition.
Battery Charging: by USB Type-C™, Battery Recharge/Power Supply
AC Adapter: AC Adapter Kit K-AC168(Optional)

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Dimensions: Approx. 125.5mm (W) x93.0mm (H) x 74.0mm (D) (excluding protrusions)
Weight: Approx. 684g (Including dedicated battery and SD Memory Card), Approx. 625g (body only)

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Supplied Accessories: Rechargeable L-Ion Battery D-LI109 – Art. No. 39067; Battery Charger D-BC186 – Art. No. 38776; Eye Cup FR – Art. No. 31040; USB Cable I-USB186 - Art. No. 37822; PENTAX Strap O-ST132 – Art. No. 30200; Hot Shoe Cover FK – Art. No. 31040; Body Mount Cover – Art. No. 31016
Article Code: 01183 - black (01229 - Chystal White, 01236 Crystal Blue (Both models was limited ans sold out)
Market Launch: November 2022

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