Is the Pentax K-1 II worth it?

For stills shooters already in the K-mount system, yes: the 36.4MP sensor, stabilization and weather sealing are hard to match at its price. If you need fast autofocus or 4K video, a mirrorless rival fits better.

How does it compare with the original K-1?

The K-1 II adds the accelerator unit for lower noise at high ISO, improved AF tracking and handheld Pixel Shift. The sensor and body are otherwise largely the same.

Can I use my old Pentax lenses?

Yes. The K-mount accepts KAF4, KAF3, KAF2, KAF and KA lenses, and APS-C crop mode lets you shoot crop lenses at reduced resolution.

Does it shoot 4K video?

No. Video is Full HD up to 60i/50i and 30p/25p/24p, plus 720p at 60p/50p.

A standard kit includes the body, battery, charger and strap; check the specific listing for whether a lens is bundled.

When is the best time to buy?

Watch the price history and buy when it dips below the recent range; DSLR prices often fall around major sales events.

Pentax K-1 II

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$1,996.95at Andy, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Pentax K-1 II

The Pentax K-1 II is a full-frame DSLR built around a 36.4MP AA filter-less CMOS sensor with in-body 5-axis shake reduction. Its standout tricks are handheld Pixel Shift (four frames combined for more color detail and sharpness) and an Astro Tracer mode that follows stars to cut trails on long exposures. The magnesium-alloy body is weather-sealed and uses the K-mount, with an APS-C crop mode for older lenses. It is a stills-first camera: video tops out at Full HD, and autofocus uses a 33-point SAFOX 12 system. No current price was provided for this page, so check the live comparison before buying.

Best forLandscape and night-sky shootersPentax K-mount lens ownersPhotographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed body