Sep 19, 2009 – The PENTAX K-x DSLR offers high-end features at an entry-level price and will be available in multiple colors including black or white and limited edition colors of red and navy.
The K-x offers photographic performance that challenges higher class DSLRs and offers several features that set this camera apart from other entry-level cameras including, a 12.4MP CMOS sensor with Shake Reduction for stabilized images up to 4 stops, an 11 point wide angle autofocus system for tracking moving subjects and a large 2.7” LCD featuring Live View with contrast, phase difference and Face Detection autofocus for up to 16 faces.
The K-x features powerful automatic shooting modes to help new photographers learn DSL photography while offering several creative processing and filter modes including High Dynamic Range image capture for more advanced shooting. The HDR feature will bracket 3 exposures and then combine them into a single picture with outstanding shadow, highlight and midrange detail. And of course we can’t forget about it’s video recording capabilities. The K-x captures 720p 1280×720 at 24p for the cinematic look using any PENTAX 35mm lens.
PENTAX also announced two new lenses for the K-x, the DA L 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 and the DA L 55-300mm F/4.-5.8 ED super-telephoto zoom lens.
The K-x is available for pre-order in black or white at the PENTAX online store www.pentaxwebstore.com and will ship in October in three package configurations, the
K-x body with the DA L 18-55mm lens for $649.95, the K-x body with the DA L 18-55mm and
DA L 50-200mm zoom lens for $749.95 and the K-x body with the DA L 18-55mm and the
DA L 55-300mm zoom lens for $849.95
The red and navy limited edition colors will be available at select locations.
PRESS RELEASE
PENTAX Announces Affordable, New PENTAX K-x With HD Video and Live View
GOLDEN, Colo.–PENTAX Imaging Company redefines the entry-level digital SLR category with the introduction of the K-x digital SLR. This latest PENTAX camera offers high-end features including Live View and HD video. And, since there’s no rule that SLR cameras must come in black only, the K-x will be available in a choice of white or black, as well as special, limited edition red and navy.
Priced at USD $649.95 (for body with DA L 18-55mm lens), the K-x is perfect for users stepping up from a point and shoot digital camera to their first digital SLR. The PENTAX K-x offers photographic performance that challenges higher class DSLR models and offers several features that set this camera apart in the entry-level category:
• High resolution 12.4 megapixel CMOS image sensor features sensor-shift Shake Reduction for
stabilized image and video capture up to 4 stops max.
• Large 2.7 inch LCD features Live View with contrast, phase difference, and Face Detection
autofocus (up to 16 faces).
• Widescreen HD video capture in full 720p resolution (1280×720) at 24 FPS cinematic framerate,
using any PENTAX 35mm lens.
• Creative processing and filter modes produce high quality finished images, while offering the
ability to explore artistic freedom through unique special effects.
• True High Dynamic Range (HDR) image capture blends 3 bracketed images into a single picture
with outstanding shadow, highlight, and midrange detail.
• Fast 4.7 FPS capture speed and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speeds are possible with the
PENTAX PRIME II image processing engine.
• Powerful automatic modes, including PENTAX Auto Picture and scene modes, ensure the perfect
shot in any situation, while helping new photographers learn DSLR photography.
• Responsive 11 point wide angle SAFOX VIII autofocus system focuses quickly and accurately and
easily tracks moving subjects.
• Captures up to 1900 shots with universally available, easy-to-find AA lithium batteries
(also compatible with AA NiMH rechargeable and alkaline batteries).
Along with the K-x, PENTAX announced the smc PENTAX DA L 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED super-telephoto zoom lens. This lens will be exclusive to a K-x Twin Lens Kit package consisting of a K-x body, this new lens and the smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 lens.
The PENTAX K-x is now available for pre-order in black or white on www.pentaxwebstore.com and the product will ship in October 2009 in three options:
• K-x single lens kit with body and smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm lens for USD $649.95.
• K-x twin lens kit for $749.95 with K-x body, smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm lens and
smc PENTAX DA L 50-200mm zoom lens.
• K-x twin lens kit for $849.95 including a K-x body, the smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm lens and
the smc PENTAX DA L 55-300mm zoom lens.
Limited edition colors of red and navy will become available at select locations to be announced.
PENTAX Imaging Company is an innovative leader in the production of a variety of digital cameras including weather resistant digital SLRs and compact, waterproof cameras, as well as lenses, flash units, binoculars, scopes, and eyepieces. For 90 years, PENTAX has developed durable, reliable products that meet the needs of consumers and businesses. With headquarters in Golden, Colorado, PENTAX Imaging Company is a division of PENTAX of America, Inc.
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