Ricoh released new firmware updates for the Pentax K-1, K-3 and KP DSLR cameras: Pentax K-1 firmware update version 1.50 Pentax K-3 firmware update version 1.40 Pentax KP firmware update version 1.10 All three firmware updates contain optimized performance for the new HD PENTAX-D FA*50mm f/1.4 SDM AW lens and “improved stability for general performance”.
PhotonsToPhotos published their sensor measurements for the Pentax K-1 Mark II ($1,996.95), Pentax KP ($896.95) and Pentax K-S1 (already discontinued) DSLR cameras – here are a few comparisons screenshots (click for larger view):
Here are the latest US savings on Ricoh/Pentax cameras and lenses: Pentax K-70 camera kits are now $100 off Pentax KP with 50mm lens kit is now $270 off Pentax K-3 II with battery grip for $829 Pentax K-1 DSLR camera is now $1,779.95 Ricoh Theta V with accessories are up to $130 off Current Pentax […]
B&H now has the Pentax KP DSLR camera listed as a kit with the DA 40mm f/2.8 XS lens. You can also add the 18-135mm, 16-85mm and 20-40mm lenses.
The Pentax KP DSLR camera is now selling for $949.95 after a $150 discount at B&H and Adorama. The Pentax KP was announced in January 2017. Additional coverage of the camera can be found here.
The latest Pentax KP DSLR camera now comes bundled with a free battery grip in the US. See the details at Adorama and B&H.
Ricoh published a video that demonstrates the new Pentax Shake Reduction II system (Pentax K-3 II on the left, Pentax KP on the right):
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