16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor

High resolution 16.3 megapixel CMOS sensor with integrated AD conversion circuitry captures outstanding image detail with pixels to spare.

80-51200 ISO

High sensitivity 80-51200 ISO range with improved noise performance throughout, including ISO-specific noise reduction.

7 FPS

Speedy 7 FPS framerate captures fast action shots in demanding situations.

11 point SAFOX IX+ autofocus system

Highly responsive and accurate 11 point SAFOX IX+ autofocus system features a dedicated AF assist lamp and light wavelength sensor for improved focus speed and reliability.

1080p HD video

Capture widescreen HD video with stunning detail at full 1080p resolution and 25 FPS, including sound via a built-in or external 3.5mm stereo microphone jack.

3 inch LCD

Large 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution for responsive Live View and detailed image/video review.

Fully Weather Sealed

Fully weather sealed and coldproof design resists water, fog, snow, sand, dust, and more, for top performance in extreme field conditions as well as in the studio.

Rugged design

Durable magnesium alloy covers surround a rugged stainless steel chassis.

77 segment metering system

Highly accurate 77 segment metering system for perfectly exposed images even in difficult lighting.

100% Field of view

High quality glass pentaprism viewfinder features 100% field of view and 0.92X magnification, for perfect framing accuracy.

Shake Reduction

PENTAX body-based Shake Reduction (SR) stabilization system is compatible with every PENTAX lens ever made.

1/8000 Shutter Speed

A maximum 1/8000 second shutter speed freezes even the fastest action without subject movement blur.

HDMI port

An HDMI port outputs high definition images and video (and sound) to HDTVs.

PENTAX PEF and Adobe DNG files

Native support for both PENTAX PEF and Adobe DNG 14 bit RAW files, includes the ability to retrieve RAW data from JPG files if still present in buffer memory.

HDR

Improved in-camera HDR image capture features more blending options and better pixel registration for easier operation without a tripod.

In-camera image processing and filters

A wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters encourages the photographer's artistic expression.

Customizable RAW/Fx button

Customizable RAW/Fx button allows for easy access to common shooting settings.

Built-in electronic level

Built-in electronic level now features a tilt scale display in Live View.

SDXC memory card compatibility (via firmware update).