Pentax Q vs Pentax K01

News has it that the latest Firmware for Pentax Q has enabled its Focus Peaking capability and ability to use Q to K mount adaptor. At only RM1.4k for the Q + all the mentioned new capability, do you think it's an excellent contender for those who find K01 too bulky?...

Pentax Q10 Firmware Update 1.01

Pentax Ricoh has posted a firmware update for the Pentax Q10 small-sensor compact system camera. Read more and comment »...

Pentax Q Firmware Update 1.12

Pentax Ricoh have posted a firmware update for the Pentax Q compact system camera. Read more and comment »...

Pentax K-5 II(s) Firmware Update 1.04

Pentax Ricoh have issued a firmware update for the Pentax K-5 II and K-5 IIs digital SLR cameras. Read more and comment »...

African Safari

In a few weeks, I will be going on an . For some time, I have been stressing over the proper equipment to bring with me (30 lbs luggage weight limit...for a 2 week safari). So far, my equipment will be the following: Pentax K5 and a Pentax K30 Pentax 300 mm f4 *DA Pentax 16-50 mm [IF] *DA Pentax 50 mm 1.4 FA I am leaning against a telecon...

Pentax DA 560mm f/5.6 ED AW Lens Now In Stock

The new Pentax DA 560mm f/5.6 ED AW lens is now in stock and shipping. The 560mm lens is equivalent to an 859mm lens on Pentax DSLRs thanks to the crop factor of their APS-C sensors. Check it out here at B&H or Adorama Related posts: Pentax DA 560mm F5.6 ED Lens Announced Pentax DA 560mm f/5.6 Lens Coming at Photokina Pentax Q10 Meets 5...

[WTS] Pentax ME | SMC Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 | SMC Pentax-A 35-70mm F4

IMGP4835.JPG Condition: Pentax ME: All working except self timer. Dent at the top prism but doesn't effect the operational SMC Pentax-M 50mm F1.7: No dust/fungus. Small hairline scratch at the front element but doesn't effect the final outcome. SMC Pentax-A 35-70mm F4: No dust/fungus. Aperture is snappy and closes accordingly. Cracked fil...

Ricoh GR vs Pentax K5IIs

Ricoh launched it's latest pro-grade digicam; the Ricoh GR. It uses the same famed 16M pixels sensor as the Pentax K5IIs; both have the AA filter removed boosting the resolution to next level. However, Ricoh and Pentax have different processing engine. It will be interesting to compare how much different they are in their imaging quality...

Pentax Optio WG-2 Review

The Pentax Optio WG-2 is a shock, freeze, dust and water proof compact camera. The Pentax WG2 offers 16 megapixels, a 3-inch LCD, a 5x zoom lens, Full HD movie recording and built-in GPS tracking. Available for £349.99 / $349.95, read our in-depth Pentax Optio WG-2 review now. Read the review »...

Pentax MX-1 Review

The Pentax MX-1 joins the growing list of premium compact cameras aimed at advanced users. Offering a large 1/1.7" 12 megapixel sensor, fast f/1.8 4x zoom lens, tilting 3-inch LCD screen and an appealingly retro design, does the Pentax MX1 offer enough to compete in this increasingly competitive market? Read our detailed Pentax MX-1 revie...

Pentax K100D + два стекла

http://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentax_K100 D описалово кому надо собственно сама тушка K100D + SMC Pentax-M 1:2 50mm ASAHI + SMC Pentax-DA 1:3.5-5.6 18-55mmAL + SD 2GB Контакты тел 7024444999, 7772608032...

Bloomingdale’s to Carry Pentax K-01

Pentax Ricoh Imaging Americas have announced that Bloomingdale’s will carry the Marc Newson designed Pentax K-01 compact system camera. Read more and comment »...

For Sale: Pentax 50mm f2.8 MACRO AF

Pentax 50mm f2.8 MACRO AF Price: 6,000 *In very good condition *will AF to Pentax Dslr *clean lens Actual Pics: If interested PM me or text me 09062047412...

For Sale: Pentax 85 1.4

selling my pentax mount 85mm 1.4. rokinon brand bought sa canada 3 months ago with auto setting. you can select the aperture in camera with hood, no fungus or molds used on a pentax kr with no issues selling it fix for 11.5k only contact 09231887476...

Pentax K30 and K-5 II Instant Rebates and Free B&H Gift Cards

B&H has a big deal on Pentax K30 & K-5 II bodies and lens bundles right now with up to $300 in savings. There are 5 bundles, all of which include an instant rebate and a free gift card. Here’s the quick rundown: Pentax K30 w/ 50mm lens and $50 B&H gift card for $715.95 (reg. $945.95) Pentax K30 w/ 35mm lens and $50 B&H gift card for $745...

Photokina 2012 news for Pentax

Photokina rumors....Pentax will have X5, 645D 2nd Gen, K-3 and DA 560mm F5.6. http://multimedia.digital.it/photoki...i vo-12494.html This is going to be exciting.:O0...

[WTS] PENTAX MX camera set with Winder and 50mm F1.7

Item(s): PENTAX MX camera sets Package includes: - PENTAX MX body (with new handy wrist strap) - PENTAX Winder MX - SMC PENTAX-M 50mm F1.7 - Accessories such as flash, straps, lens caps, filters, instruction booklets and so on. Item(s) conditions: PENTAX MX body (with new handy wrist strap) - Cosmetics: 8/10. Good cosmetic condition wit...

Pentax Adapter Q for K mount lens

Finally had the chance to touch the adapter. Very solid block of metal. Made of high quality materials. With it, you can now mount your K mount lenses in this case I used DA70 F2.4 Ltd. The result is stunning! Fantastic magnification without degradation to color and sharpness. If you are a Q or Q10 user, go for it you must. Pentax Q + Q a...

Happy to have my Pentax back after what seemed like forever...

Happy to have my Pentax back after what seemed like forever #pentax #k1000 #film #35mm #macbookpro # orangemacbook #goincase #kitcam (via Photo by microjupiter • Instagram...

[WTS] SMC Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 | Manual Prime Lens for Pentax PK mount

IMGP0155.jpg IMGP0156.jpg SMC Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 for sale. PK mount, for Pentax SLR/DSLR. Manual focus only, no auto focus. Reported to be sharper than 50mm F1.4. Read the review here: Pentax Forum Package Includes: Lens, front and rear cap Condition: Clean, no fungus, no dust. Aperture closes down accordingly. Focusing ring smooth. No...

Which Remote Control or cable release are u using for your Pentax?

There isn't much options out from original Pentax other than Remote Control F/ C, CS205 and ORC1. Which are you using now. Any pros and cons? I am using a China made USD1.00 IR remote control. Built quality is a bit so-so but the range is 30ft as compared to 15ft max from Pentax.

Test: Pentax K-5 II

Det er ikke rart at Pentax-fansen har trykket K-5 II til sitt hjerte.

Pentax 50mm f/1.7 vs. Pentax 50mm f/1.8?

Hello, all. I've been looking around the market for a new 50mm lens for my Pentax K-7, and am having a hard time deciding which of the two lenses I would like... I shoot in a lot of low light situations, but I don't think the extra .1 will make much of a difference for me... I am mainly looking for overall sharpness, contrast, color repro...

Pentax K-5 II Camera Review

Pentax's new flagship DSLR only delivers minor improvements over its predecessor but is still a solid effort.

Pentax ist DS, Pentax K20 и компакты

1. Зеркалка Pentax ist DS* - 18 тыс можно использовать 4 АА батарейки, в комплекте CR2 x 2 аккумулятора, настрел около 14тыс, Pentax 18-55 кит за 10тыс, эти лоты вместе дешевле; В подарок к комплекту отдам 35мм мануальный Пентах Ф2 с немного некондиционный но рабочий. Хороший фотик под К байонет. 2. Комплект Pentax К20 + 2 оригинальные ба...

Several New Pentax DSLRs Coming Soon?

Recent rumors point to as many as 5 new DSLRs arriving as early as this month. Priced between $400 and $2000, the new DSLRs will cover a broad range of users. Previous rumors suggested that Pentax was working on a full frame DSLR (finally), which was subsequently confirmed by Pentax. Whether this new batch of DSLRs includes a full frame m...

Pentax Instant Rebates

To celebrate National Photo Month, Pentax Ricoh Americas have announced significant savings on numerous products. Read more and comment »...

[WTS] Pentax F 50mm f1.7

Item(s): Pentax F 50mm f1.7 Package includes: The lens, front and back cap. Price: RM800 or nearest offer. Warranty: Nil Dealing method: COD or postage. Location: Kepong/Gombak Contact method/details: PM me Item(s) conditions: Very good, just slight noise when focusing which is very common for Pentax F lenses. No haze, fungus, oil...

[WTS] Excellent boxed Pentax-FA 31mm & 77mm, Sigma K-mount 10-20mm F3.5

*All lenses are autofocus and can be used for film & digital SLR unless mentioned otherwise. Good Condition Boxed SMC Pentax-FA 31mm F1.8 AL Limited RM2650 with B&W UV filter Comes with B&W UV filter, original front & back caps, original leather pouch, box & manual A rare Made in Japan (MIJ) version. The best lens in t...

PENTAX DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM- the best walkabout lens?

This new 15x zoom lens has two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements for high-resolution images reproduction and chromatic aberration minimization. It also have rounded lens diaphragm blades which should give a big punch to smoother bokeh. There is no news that this lens has WR capability which is rather interesting considering all our lates...

Pentax K01 officially discontinued

Finally, the time has arrived for Pentax to decommission it. For those who enjoyed it, it will continue to serve you well. For those who hated it, your hatred has discontinued it without a successor :-D For cheapskate hoping to own it at low price, you can get it at USD299 (not locally available though).

Pentax DA 40 mm f/2.8 XS

Совершенно новый пришел как китовый от Pentax К-01 Очень компактный, авто-фокусный объектив создан на основе SMC Pentax DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited. Оптическая схема Tessar, 40мм на цифровых камерах 61мм. Подойдет для любого вида съемок. Толщина объектива составляет всего 9,2 мм. Компактная конструкция позволяет носить объектив в кармане. При э...

The Power of Pentax SP Coating

Many of the new Pentax lenses are coated with SP coating that makes removal of dust and oil stain from the front element a child work. The japs seems very confident with it. See below 20101110015334f1f.jpg Attached Images 20101110015334f1f.jpg (90.5 KB)...

[WTS] Pentax MX film camera with Vivitar Series 1 55mm f1.2

Item : Pentax MX film camera with Vivitar Series 1 55mm f1.2 Price : RM 1500 nego Warranty : Nil Dealing Method : COD in Kuala Lumpur (Times Sq, Sg. Wang, KLCC) during weekends, or Mines Shopping Mall during workdays) Contact Method : PM here (preferred) or SMS only to 012-3230419 Pictures : Will post later Condition : Pentax MX Film came...

What's new Pentax?

It appears entry level binocular manufacturers (or private label branders of mostly Chinese manufactured binoculars) come out with new models at a rapid pace. The alphas take a little longer, but when one comes out with a new generation, the other two follow in a reasonably short time. Correct me if I'm wrong, but is Pentax way overdue fo...

Pentax lens adapter for Nikon lens

Has anyone used any of the adapters for the pentax cameras that will allow you to use Nikon Lens? If so how well do they work? Im curious cause I keep eye balling the k5-IIs camera 7fps is great...

Pentax UK Offers Cashback on its Range of Cameras

Pentax Ricoh UK has just launched a cashback promotion across its range of digital SLRs, mirrorless and compact cameras. Read more and comment »...

SDM lenses built in 2012 no longer fail

Much has beent talked about Pentax SDM failure aka (lens based AF motor) especially when it comes to DA16-50mm and DA50-135mm. Update from Photokina which Jens Petersen, German Pentax engineer and repair technician was interviewed. Q: Our survey found that the Pentax DA* 16-50mm and 50-135mm were the most prone to SDM failure. Do you know...

Велосипед в обмен на фотографию

"Санкт-Петербургская Фотоярмарка" и медиа-группа АЖУР, совместно с компанией "Велодрайв" и при поддержке Pentax представляют конкурс на лучшую фотографию "Санкт-Петербург с колес". Первый приз - велосипед, второе и третье места - фотоаппараты Pentax.

Speilrefleks i annen farge enn svart

Hei! Har lyst på et annet speilreflekskamera. Har for øyeblikket Pentax K-x Limited Edition i rød. Synes det er ganske spesielt, så vil ha nå et nytt et, med annen farge enn svart. Har sett på Pentax K-30 som er i hvitt, men leste at det var ganske tungt kamera, og det vil jeg ikke ha. Så vet dere om et kamera som finnes i en annen farge...