Pentax K50
The new Pentax K50 is the latest entry level weather resistant SLR, a follow up to the K30. It features a 16 megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor, with the built in to the body shake reduction (image stabilisation) found in other Pentax SLRs.
The K50 has an ISO range of 100 to 51600, and can shoot at a frame rate of 6 frames per second. It can of course shoot full HD video (1920 x 1080) at up to 30 frames per second. The K50 is weather resistant and dustproof, and weighs 650g, making it great for outdoor activities.
Another notable feature for an entry level SLR is the K50’s 100% coverage viewfinder. You can also get an optional battery holder, that allows you to power the K50 from four AA batteries instead of the normal rechargeable battery – giving you extra power when away from civilisation.
The Pentax K-50 is available with their colour to order system, allowing you to choose from 120 colour combinations in addition to three standard models.
The built in flash has a guide number of 12. GPS is possible with the optional O-GPS1 GPS Unit, and wifi with the use of an Eye-Fi SD card. The K50 has an Automatic Horizon Correction function, and an electronic level (horizontal level displayed in the viewfinder, and both horizontal and vertical on the LCD).
Pentax K500
The Pentax K500 is essentially the same camera as the K50, but without the weather resistance.
Just like the K50, the K500 can take the optional AA battery holder. See the K500 above for matching features, the only notable differences apart from the weather sealing are the absence of the electronic level and horizon correction.
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