Features

Rugged, Weather Resistant, Dustproof and Coldproof Construction
The compact K-7 is built exceptionally solid and durable, with its chassis made of high-rigidity stainless-steel alloy under a durable but lightweight magnesium-steel alloy shell. 77 special seals applied to the body assure reliable operation even under harsh conditions and at temperatures as low as -10°C. A newly-designed shutter unit offers a top shutter speed of 1/8000 second with outstanding durability to withstand over 100,000 shutter releases.

High-quality image reproduction
The K-7 incorporates a newly developed 14.6 megapixel CMOS image sensor, measuring 23.4mm by 15.6mm and featuring a high-speed, four-channel image data readout. This image sensor can faithfully and accurately reproduce fine-detailed, gradation-rich images. The new PRIME (PENTAX Real Image Engine) II imaging engine offers faster data processing speed and produces high quality images with richer gradation and more accurate colour rendition. It also offers high-speed movie data transmission.

11-point wide-frame AF
The K-7's SAFOX VIII+ wide-frame autofocus system features 11 sensor points (with nine cross-type sensors positioned in the middle). By adding a light source type to its data range, and driven by a greatly improved algorithm, this AF system assures reliable, responsive autofocus operation. The K-7 also incorporates an AF-assisting spotbeam projector to improve autofocusing accuracy in low light or dark situations.

77-segment multi-pattern metering
The sophisticated 77-segment multi-pattern metering system quickly and accurately determines exposure in even the most complex lighting by analyzing various types of data (such as the image's composition and format between upright and horizontal, and the subject's distance and magnification) transmitted from the sensors in the camera body.

Optical viewfinder with 100% field of view
The K-7's glass pentaprism finder offers 100% field of view and an approximately 92% magnification, resulting in a converted finder magnification of 0.61, to facilitate focusing and framing operations. A new Natural-Bright-Matte III focusing screen improves focusing accuracy during manual-focus operation.

High-speed continuous shooting
The K-7's high-speed continuous shooting mode captures as many as 40 images (in JPEG recording format, 15 images in PEF RAW format or 14 images in DNG RAW format) at a maximum speed of approximately 5.2 images per second.

PENTAX-original SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism
The PENTAX-developed SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism effectively compensates the adverse effect of camera shake by approximately 2.5 to 4 shutter steps, assuring sharp, blur-free images even under demanding shooting conditions. This new generation version also provides automatic level adjustment and minute angle adjustment (in the direction of up/down, right/left and clockwise/counterclockwise), helping you to compose the image exactly the way you want. This innovative mechanism is compatible with almost all existing PENTAX interchangeable SLR lenses — both old and new.*
* Lenses compatible with this mechanism are the PENTAX K-, KA-, KAF-, KAF2- and KAF3-mount lenses; screw-mounted lenses (with an adapter); and 645- and 67-system lenses (with an adapter). Some functions may not be available with certain lenses.

Comprehensive Dust Removal System
The K-7 is equipped with the newly developed DR (Dust Removal) II mechanism, designed to effectively minimize dust spots on recorded images, even after changing lenses in dust-prone outdoor settings. By shifting the low-pass filter located in front of the CMOS image sensor at supersonic speed using a piezoelectric element, it shakes the dust off the low-pass filter. Its unique dust-alert system also lets you check for any dust on the low-pass filter prior to shooting.

Live View real-time, on-display image confirmation with Face Recognition AF and high-speed continuous shooting modes
The Live View function allows you to view the image on the LCD monitor during shooting. Take advantage of this convenient function not only in the Contrast AF mode, which optimizes the focus based on the subject's contrast, but also in the Face Recognition AF mode, which automatically and accurately focuses on the subject's face. It can also be used in the continuous shooting mode with the mirror at lock-up position.

HD Movie Capture
The K-7 adds a new movie recording function, extending the benefits of SLR photography to the world of movie shooting. Beautiful movie clips can recorded at different sizes — 640 x 416 pixels, 1536 x 1024 pixels, or 1280 x 720 pixels (16:9 high-definition TV proportions) — all at a frame rate of 30 frames per second. The K-7 is also equipped with an HDMI output terminal and an external stereo microphone input terminal.

Custom Image function to easily create desired visual effects
The Custom Image function allows you to select one of seven modes, including the new "Muted" mode designed to recreate an image with delicate, subdued colours, and then, if desired, to further adjust the image's finishing touches to your preference. In addition to saturation, tone, contrast and sharpness, it is also possible to adjust "key" and "contrast highlight/shadow" to the desired levels. The B&W Infrared filter gives true infrared photography with no additional accessories. The effects of these factors can be easily confirmed on a preview image using the Digital Preview or Live View function before finalizing the settings.

Versatile exposure system for faithful reproduction of creative intentions

1. Hyper Program function
   The K-7's Hyper Program function allows you to instantly switch to the Shutter- or Aperture-Priority AE mode from the Programmed AE mode, with a simple turn of the electronic dials on the grip.
2. Hyper Manual function
   When shooting in Manual mode, a single push of the green button allows you to instantly set the proper exposure for the subject.
3. Sensitivity-Priority mode
   Sensitivity-Priority (Sv) mode is designed to automatically select the optimum combination of aperture and shutter speed for a user-selected sensitivity. The sensitivity can be shifted instantly in 1/2 or 1/3 steps by turning the electronic dial on the back panel.
4. Shutter/Aperture-Priority mode
   Taking full advantage of the unique capability of digital cameras permitting automatic shift of sensitivity at any time, the Shutter/Aperture-Priority (TAv) mode automatically selects the most appropriate sensitivity for a user-selected shutter-speed/aperture combination.

Large 3.0-inch wide-view LCD monitor
The 3-inch LCD with 921,000 dot resolution is perfect for detailed image or movie capture and review using the Live View Function. Its wide-view design allows you to check the monitor image from approximately 170 degrees both vertically and horizontally, facilitating low- and high-angle shooting.

Other Features

• HDR (high dynamic range) function creates one composite image with an extra-wide gradation range from three images with different exposures
• Dynamic-range expansion and Shadow Correction functions compensate for both white-washed (overexposed) and blacked-out (underexposed) areas
• Digital level function for easy checking of the image's levels
• Automatic compensation of distortion and lateral chromatic aberration (available only with DA- and DFA-series lenses)
• White balance control, featuring a new CTE mode to emphasize the colour components of sunset scenes and a new incandescent-tinted fluorescent light mode
• Multi-exposure function, with a superimposition of already-recorded images on the LCD monitor for at-a-glance comparison
• Attachment of copyright credits on recorded images
• RAW button for single-action switching of image file format
• 16 digital filters to add a range of visual effects; a new function to record an overwritten history also available
• Colour-specific control buttons/dials for easy recognition and quick access, based on the universal colour design
• Includes PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 software package, including a RAW-data processing application (based on the popular SILKYPIX RAW-data processing engine developed by Ichikawa Soft Laboratory) and a browser application

Specs

Type	TTL autofocus, auto-exposure digital SLR digital-still camera with built-in retractable P-TTL auto pop-up flash
Effective Pixels	14.6 megapixels
Sensor	CMOS with primary colour filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system Size: 23.4mm x 15.6mm Total Pixels: 15.07 megapixels
Colour Depth	8 bit (JPEG) or 12 bit (RAW)
Recorded Pixels	JPEG:14M 4672x3104, 10M 3936x2624, 6M 3072x2048, 2M 1728x1152 Movie (resolution/FPS): 1280x720p30, 1536x1024p30, 640x416p30
Sensitivity	Auto: ISO 100-3200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), Bulb mode up to ISO 1600, expanded range available to ISO 6400, auto ISO range selectable Manual: ISO 100-3200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), Bulb mode up to ISO 1600, expanded range available to ISO 6400
Recording Formats	Still: RAW (PEF, DNG), JPG (Exif 2.21), DCF 2.0 (design rule for camera file system), DPOF, Print Image Matching III Movie (compression): AVI (Motion JPG)
Image Formats	Compressed: RAW ( PEF ), Non compressed: RAW (DNG) Compressed: JPEG - Baseline Quality Levels: (****: Premium, ***: Best , **: Better, *: Good)
Storage Media	SD, SDHC memory card
Lens Mount	PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount
Usable Lens	PENTAX KAF3-, KAF2-, KAF-, and KA-mount lenses. * Power zoom function available. K-mount lenses usable with restrictions. S-mount lenses, 67/645 lenses usable with adapter and with restrictions.
Focusing System
Type	TTL phase-difference 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system (SAFOX VIII+)
Mode	AF-single (with focus lock), AF-continuous, Manual focus
Focus Point	Auto, User Selectable, Center
AF assist lamp	Available via dedicated AF assist lamp with SAFOX VIII+ system
Exposure Control
Metering System	TTL open-aperture 77-segment metering (coupled with lens and AF information)
Metering Modes	(1) Multi-segment metering (2) Center-weighted metering (3) Spot metering
Metering Range	EV 0 - 22 (at Standard Output Sensitivity 100 with 50mm F1.4 lens)
Exposure Modes	Green, Program (P), Sensitivity Priority (Sv), Shutter Priority (Tv), Aperture Priority (Av), Shutter and Aperture Priority (TAv), Metered Manual, Bulb, X-Speed
Exposure Compensation	±5 EV (1/3 and 1/2 steps)
Auto-bracketing	3 or 5 frames, up to ± 2 EV (1/2 or 1/3 steps)
AE Lock	available
Playback	Mode Selection: One Shot (no data, basic data, full data, colour channel histogram), Multi Image Display (4, 9, 16, 32, 81 thumbnails), Calendar Filmstrip, Folder, Magnification (up to 32X, scrollable), Select & Delete, Movie Playback (no data, basic data, full data) Mode palette: Image Rotation, Digital Filter, Resize, Cropping, Slideshow, Save as Manual WB, RAW Development, Index Print, Image Comparison, Protect, DPOF
Digital Filter	Rec. mode: Toy camera, High contrast, Soft, Starburst, Retro, Extract colour, Fish-eye, Custom Playback: Toy Camera, Monochrome (filter effects, toning), Retro, Colour (6), High Contrast, Soft Focus, Extract Colour (6), Starburst, Water Colour, Fisheye, Pastel, Slim, Miniature, HDR, Base Parameter Adj, Custom Filter
White Balance	Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE Manual mode(s): Yes, manual and 3 colour temperature selections available * WB fine adjustment available in all modes
Shutter	Type: Electronically controlled vertical-run focal plane shutter Speed: 1/8000 - 30 sec., and bulb
Drive Modes	Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s, continuous), Bracketing (standard, timer, remote), Mirror Lockup (standard, remote), HDR Capture, Multi-Exposure, Interval Continuous FPS - 5.2 FPS (40 JPG Continuous Hi, 15 RAW PEF, 14 RAW DNG) - 3.3 FPS (unlimited JPG Continuous Lo, 17 RAW PEF/DNG
Viewfinder	Type: Pentaprism Standard Focusing screen: Natural-Bright-Matte III Field of view: 100% Magnification:0.92X (with 50mm F1.4 lens, infinity, -1m-1) Diopter adjustment:-2.5 - +1.5m-1
Depth of Field Preview	Optical (diaphragm stop down), Digital
LCD Monitor	3.0” TFT IPS (In Plane Switching) colour LCD with brightness/ colour adjustment and AR coating Resolution: 921,000 dots Wide angle viewable: Yes
Live View	Type: TTL by CMOS image sensor Field Of View: 100% Display Modes: Magnification (2-6X AF, 2-10X MF), grid pattern overlay Autofocus: Yes, contrast w/ face detection, contrast, phase difference
Built-in Flash	Type: Built-in retractable P-TTL auto pop-up flash Guide number: 13 (Standard Output Sensitivity 100/m) Angle of view coverage: 28mm wide-angle (equivalent to 35mm) Flash modes: On, redeye, slow sync, slow sync + redeye, trailing curtain sync, wireless Flash Exposure Compensation: -2EV to +1 EV (1/2EV steps)
Flash Synchronization	Hotshoe (P-TTL, high speed sync available), wireless with PENTAX dedicated flash, X-sync socket Synchronization speed: 1/180 sec
Custom Function	37 custom-programmable functions available
Image Stabilization	Type: Sensor-shift Shake Reduction with rotational compensation (4 stops max) Electronic level function: Yes, verification via viewfinder and top LCD panel
Dust Removal	Type: Image sensor cleaning function by supersonic vibration Dust Alert: available
Time	World Time: 75 cities (28 time zones)
Language	English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Traditional/Simplified Chinese, Japanese
Interfaces	Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out, HDMI out, DC in, cable switch, 3.5mm stereo microphone
Video Output	HD (1080i30, 720p30, 480p30), NTSC, PAL
Power Sources	Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI90, D-BG4 Battery Grip (optional) for second D-LI90 battery or 6X AA batteries Optional AC adapter also available
Dimensions	(W x H x D): 130.5 x 96.5 x 72.5 mm (5.1 x 3.8 x 2.9”)
Weight	Without battery or removable memory: 670g (22.9 oz) Loaded and ready: 750g (26.5 oz)

Included

• K-7 Body
• USB Cable I-USB7
• AV Cable I-AVC7
• Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery D-LI90
• Battery Charger D-BC90
• AC Plug Cord D-CO68U
• Strap O-ST53
• Hotshoe Cover FK
• Eyecup FR
• Finder Cap for ME
• Software (CD-Rom) S-SW90
• Focusing Screen Frame Matte MF-60

Warranty

Brand new retail box, 2 Year Manufacture Warranty