Pentax Announces Mirrorless K-01 For March 2012

Posted on 02. Feb, 2012 by Marshall Walker Tag: Mirrorless, News, Pentax, Pentax K-01

Pentax has officially confirmed that their latest model the K-01 will be available in March 2012. The interchangeable lens camera was designed by the well-known designer Marc Newson. It's compatible with other K-series lens, and features a 16.28 megapixel CMOS sensor, with an ISO range of 100 to 25,600 and speeds of up to 6 fps. It can shoot full HD 1080p video at 30 fps with h.264 compression.

The K-01 packs a high-resolution 3-inch LCD, and every camera will be autographed by Newson and include a Newson designed strap. It will be available in yellow, black and white in March for $750 (body only).

A lens kit with a DA 40mm lens will also be available for $900 in March.

UPDATE: B&H is already accepting pre-orders.