The most significant features of the Pentax K-7 that have never been offered before in any K series
digital camera, and in some cases any camera, include:
A compact, magnesium alloy body that is one of the smallest in the advanced photo enthusiast
category to reduce bulk and allow users to travel light while maintaining durability and build quality (seven percent smaller than the K20D and up to 25 percent smaller than other cameras in the same class). A new 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor rebuilt from the ground up to minimize noise,
adds four channel output for fast image capture, and the ability to capture HD
quality movies. It is the ideal combination of resolution and file size, allowing very large (poster size and larger) prints and
cropping flexibility. A new 77-segment metering system quickly and accurately determines exposure for even the most complex
and dynamic lighting situations. HD Movie capture features adjustable quality and resolution settings, aperture control, as well as
mechanical Shake Reduction, and an external microphone
terminal for recording stereo sound.* The K-7 will capture video at the default standard of 1280x720 resolution
with a 16:9 aspect ratio (equivalent to
720p), 1536x1024 resolution with a 3:2 aspect ratio, or 640x416 resolution with a 3:2 aspect ratio
(equivalent to VGA quality), all shot at 30 frames per second. An HDMI port with selectable output resolution (1080i, 720p,
480p, and auto) offers high resolution playback of images and video on modern high definition
TV¿s.
A Dedicated AF-assist lamp further improves autofocus response and accuracy in low light conditions.
An Electronic Level function ensures that images have truly level horizons to minimize post-capture editing.
An innovative in-camera Lens Correction function that electronically adjusts for Distortion and Lateral Chromatic
Aberrations to maximize image quality with
DA series lenses.
A dedicated Mirror Lock-up function eliminates image blur due to mirror movement during long exposures.
A High Dynamic Range (HDR) image capture mode captures three images then combines them in camera to widen
the exposure gamut to bring out detail in all
exposure areas of images.
A composition adjustment feature in Live View allows minor shifts in the framing and composition of images using the
Shake Reduction mechanism without having
to physically move the camera. This feature is ideal for tripod use.
A programmable embedded copyright function preserves artistic integrity and image ownership during capture via a keypad
that may record ownership in metatag data.
Additional features:
HDR (high dynamic range) function to create one composite image with an extra-wide gradation range from three images
with different exposures Dynamic-range expansion function to compensate for both white-washed (overexposed) and
blacked-out (underexposed) areas Digital level function for easy checking of the image¿s levels
Automatic compensation of distortion and lateral chromatic aberration (available only with DA- and DFA-series lenses)
White balance control, featuring a new CTE mode to emphasize the color components of sunset scenes and a new
incandescent-tinted fluorescent light mode Multi-exposure function, with a superimposition of already-recorded images on the
LCD monitor for at-a-glance comparison
Attachment of copyright credits on recorded images
RAW button for single-action switching of image file format
16 digital filters to add a range of visual effects; a new function to record an overwritten history also available
Color-specific control buttons/dials for easy recognition and quick access, based on the universal color design
Pentax Digital Camera Utility 4 software package, including a RAW-data processing application (based on the popular
SILKYPIX RAW-data processing engine developed by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory) and a browser application
NOW WITH A 3 YEAR WARRANTY.
All our products are now covered by the Mack 3 year warranty. This means that you can take any of the products purchased from us to any product manufacturer approved service center in South Africa, for repair.
