Choose a camera that redefines the entry-level digital SLR category. The PENTAX K-x offers high-end features including Live View, HD video and photographic performance that challenges higher class models.
Features
12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor
High resolution 12.4 megapixel CMOS image sensor features sensor-shift Shake
Reduction for stabilized image and video capture up to 4 stops max.
2.7 inch LCD with Live View and Face Detection
Large 2.7 inch LCD features Live View with contrast, phase difference, and Face
Detection autofocus (up to 16 faces).
720p HD Video
Capture widescreen HD video in full 720p resolution (1280x720) at 24 FPS
cinematic frame rate, using any PENTAX 35mm lens.
Compact Body
Highly compact DSLR body design allows for 1 handed operation and comfort when
travelling.
Auto Picture and Scene Modes
Powerful automatic modes, including PENTAX Auto Picture and scene modes, ensure
the perfect shot in any situation, while helping new photographers learn DSLR
photography.
Creative Processing and Filter Modes
Creative processing and filter modes produce high quality finished images, while
offering the ability to explore artistic freedom through unique special effects.
HDR Image Capture
True HDR image capture blends 3 bracketed images into a single picture with
outstanding shadow, highlight, and midrange detail.
4.7 Frames per Second
Fast 4.7 FPS capture speed and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speeds are possible
with the PENTAX
PRIME II image processing engine.
11 Point Wide Angle Focus
Responsive 11 point wide angle SAFOX VIII autofocus system focuses quickly and
accurately, and can easily track moving subjects.
AA Batteries
Capture up to 1900 shots with universally available, easy-to-find AA lithium
batteries (also compatible with AA NiMH rechargeable and alkaline batteries).
Specifications
Sensor:
Type: CMOS with primary color filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction
sensor-movement system Size: 23.6 x 15.8mm Color depth: 8 bits/channel JPG, 12
bits/channel RAW Effective pixels: 12.4 MP Total pixels: 12.9 MP Recorded
resolutions Still: 12M (4288x2428), 10M (3936x2624), 6M (3072x2048), 2M
(1728x1152) Movie (resolution/FPS): 1280x720p24 (16:9), 640x416p24 (3:2) Quality
levels: ??? Best, ?? Better, ? Good Dust Removal: Image sensor movement combined
with SP coating (Dust Alert available)
Focus System:
Type: TTL phase-matching 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system (SAFOX VIII)
Focus modes: AF Auto, AF Single (w focus lock), AF Continuous (available in
Action mode including Auto Picture Action, Kids, Pet, Stage Lighting, Night
Snap, P/A/S/M/B/Sv), Manual Focus point adjustment: 11 point auto, 5 point auto,
AF point select, center/spot AF assist: Yes, via built-in flash
LCD Monitor:
Type: 2.7” TFT color LCD monitor w adjustable brightness Resolution: 230,000
dots Wide angle viewable: Yes
External Flash:
Type: Hot shoe (P-TTL, high speed sync), wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
Synchronization speed: 1/180s
Interfaces:
Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out Video out: NTSC, PAL Printer interfaces: n/a
Physical Specifications:
Body dimensions (W x H x D): 4.8 x 3.6 x 2.7” Body weight Without battery or
removable memory: 18.2 oz Loaded and ready: 20.5 oz (lithium) Construction
material(s): Fiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless
steel chassis Weather resistant: n/a Operating temperature: 32-104°F
Image Stabilization:
Type: Sensor-shift Shake Reduction (4 stops max)
ISO Sensitivity:
Auto: 200-6400 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-12800
Manual: 200-6400 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-12800
Shutter:
Type: Electronically controlled, vertical run, focal plane shutter Shutter
speed: 1/6000 to 30 sec, bulb available
Drive Modes:
Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s,
3s), Auto Bracket, HDR Capture (+3, 0, -3 w 2 blend settings), Multi-Exposure
Continuous FPS: Approx 4.7 FPS (Continuous Hi: 17 JPG, 5 RAW), 2 FPS (Continuous
Lo: unlimited JPG, 11 RAW) Self-timer: Yes (12s, 2s) Remote control: Yes
(infrared, 0s, 3s)
File Formats:
Still: RAW (PEF, DNG), JPG (EXIF 2.21), DCF 2.0 (design rule for camera file
system), DPOF, Print Image Matching III Movie (compression): AVI (motion JPG)
Computer Requirements:
*For device connectivity. Bundled software requirements may vary. Windows:
Windows XP/Vista/7, USB 2.0 port Mac: MacOS-X 10.3-10.5, USB 2.0 port
Lens Mount:
Type/construction: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount Usable lenses:
PENTAX KAF3, KAF2, KAF, KA (K mount, 35mm screwmount, 645/67 med format lenses
useable w adapter and/or restrictions) SDM function: Yes Power zoom function:
n/a
Viewfinder:
Type: Pentamirror Coverage (field of view): Approx 96% Magnification: Approx
0.85X (w 50mm F1.4 at infinity) Standard focusing screen: Natural-Bright-Matte
II Diopter adjustment: -2.5 to 1.5 Depth of field preview: Optical & Digital
(available via programmable Green button)
Built-in Flash:
Type: Retractable P-TTL auto/manual popup flash Guide number: 12 (100/m), 16
(200/m) Coverage: 25mm wide angle (equivalent to 35mm) Flash modes: On, off,
redeye, slow sync, slow sync w redeye, slow sync w trailing curtain, wireless
Flash exposure compensation: -2 to 1 EV (1/2 steps)
Storage Media:
Internal memory: n/a Removable memory: SD, SDHC
Power Supply:
Power source: 4 AA (lithium, NiMH rechargeable, alkaline) Recordable images:
Approx 1900 (1100 w 50% flash, CIPA) Playback time: Approx 680 min Movie
recording time: Approx TBD AC adapter available: Yes (optional)
Language Support:
English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish, Dutch, Italian, Russian, Portuguese,
Danish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Japanese, Korean,
Traditional/Simplified Chinese
Metering System:
Type: TTL open aperture, 16 segment metering Sensitivity range: EV 1-21.5 (ISO
200, 50mm F1.4) Multi-segment: Yes Center weighted: Yes Spot: Yes Exposure
compensation: +/- 3 EV (1/2 or 1/3 steps) Exposure lock: Yes (available via
programmable AF/AE-L button) Exposure bracketing: Yes, 3 frames, up to +/- 1.5
(1/2 steps) or +/- 1.0 (1/3 steps)
White Balance:
Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L),
Tungsten, Flash, CTE Manual mode(s): Yes * WB fine adjustment available in all
modes
Capture Modes:
Mode selection: Auto Picture (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night Scene
Portrait, Standard Flash Off), Picture (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action,
Night Scene Portrait, Standard Flash Off), Scene (Night Scene, Surf & Snow,
Food, Sunset, Kids, Pet, Candlelight, Museum, Stage Lighting [JPG], Night Snap
[JPG]), Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority,
Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual), Movie Custom Image Modes:
Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Monochrome. Color modes
include gamut radar and fine adjustment for saturation, hue, key, contrast,
sharpness (regular and fine adj). Monochrome mode includes adjustment for film
filter effects (green, yellow, orange, red, magenta, blue, cyan, infrared),
toning (sepia warm/cool), key, contrast, sharpness (regular and fine adj). Cross
Processing mode available for creative random effect generation. Green
simplified mode available: n/a P/A/S/M/B: P, A, S, M, B (in Metered Manual), Sv
(Sensitivity Priority) Date stamp: n/a Digital filters (capture): Toy Camera,
High Contrast, Soft, Starburst, Retro, Color Extract (6), Fisheye, Custom (8)
Data record: Folder name (standard/date)
Playback Modes:
Mode selection: One Shot (no data, basic data, full data, color channel
histogram), Multi Image Display (4, 9, 16, or 36 thumbnails), Calendar
Filmstrip, Folder, Magnification (quick zoom available), Select & Delete, Movie
Playback (no data, basic data, full data), Bright/Dark Indication Mode pallet:
Image Rotation, Digital Filter, Resize, Cropping, Slideshow, Image Comparison,
RAW Development, Index Print, Protect, DPOF Magnification: Up to 16X, scrollable
Digital filters (playback): Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Color (6),
Watercolor, Pastel, Miniature, Base Parameter Adj, Monochrome (filter effects,
toning), Color (6), Soft, Starburst, Fisheye, Slim, HDR, Custom Filter
Custom Functions:
Functions available: 22