Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR Camera Officially Announced, Price $1,999

The previously rumored Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR camera is now officially announced – Perfect Camera for Nature, Landscape and Nightscape Photography. Developed as the successor to the PENTAX K-1 full-frame DSLR camera launched in April 2016, the compact, rugged and weather-resistant PENTAX K-1 Mark II now becomes the flagship camera in the acclaimed PENTAX K-series lineup. The camera incorporates new technologies that allow it to deliver outstanding image quality and improved operability in a broader range of shooting conditions.

Pre-order links:

Pentax K-1 Mark II: $1,996.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Pricing and Availability:

The PENTAX K-1 Mark II camera body will be available in April 2018 for a suggested list price of $1,999.95. The camera body plus HD PENTAX-D FA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR zoom lens will also be available for a suggested list price of $2,399.95.

Pentax K-1 Mark II Key Features:

  • 36.4MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • PRIME IV Image Processor
  • 3.2″ Cross-Tilt LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p30 Video Recording
  • SAFOX 12 33-Point AF Sensor
  • Native ISO 819200; 4.4 fps Shooting
  • Pixel Shift Resolution II
  • 5-Axis In-Body Shake Reduction
  • Built-In Wi-Fi & GPS; Dual SD Card Slots
  • Weather-Sealed Magnesium-Alloy Body

Keeping the key unique features PENTAX is known for, Shake Reduction II, AA Filter Simulator, AstroTracer, Pixel Shift Resolution II, Flexible Tilt LCD, Composition Adjustment , Auto Horizon Correction, Smart Function, Operation Assist Light, Red Light LCD, TAv Shutter/Aperture Priority, and some new upgrades the K-1 Mark II is the perfect camera for Nature, Landscape and Nightscape photography.

The K-1 Mark II will also launch with a kit including the HD PENTAX-D FA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Lens.

You can see the full press release at Ricoh-Imaging.