Ricoh has announced the new Pentax K-S2 DSLR with a 20.1MP APS-C sensor and 4K interval video capture. It features several advanced features but maintains an entry-level price point.
The K-S2 continues the Pentax tradition of built-in image stabilization inside the body. It also features weather sealing even with the vari-angle LCD. The 1/6000s max shutter bests a few Canon and Nikon DSLRs with much higher price points (e.g., the Nikon D750).
It also includes WiFi and NFC connectivity for remote control by iOS or Android devices.
Pentax K-S2 Key Features
- 20.1 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
- PRIME M II Image Processing Engine
- 3.0″ 921k-Dot Vari-Angle TFT LCD Monitor
- SAFOX X 11-Point AF Sensor; 9 Cross-Type
- Sensor-Shift Shake Reduction
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1080p Video at up to 30 fps
- Native ISO 51,200
- Weather Resistant
- 5.5 fps Continuous Shooting
- 4K Interval Movie Capture
- AA Filter Simulator
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
The Pentax K-S2 body retails for $699.95. A kit option with the new 18-50mm lens retails for $799.95, while a two-lens kit with the 18-50mm and 50-200mm lenses retails for $899.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
As mentioned, a new 18-50mm kit lens launched alongside the K-S2. It is a retractable design that provides for a compact kit when stowed away. Of course, it is a little slow for a kit lens with the f/4 max aperture at 18mm. However, it does offer a weather resistant design to complement the Pentax K-S2.
While available as a kit upgrade on the Pentax K-S2 for a $100 price bump, it retails for $299.95 alone. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
Finally, Pentax completes the trifecta with a new weather-resistant hot-shoe flash – the Pentax AF201FG. It offers a Guide Number of 66′ at ISO 100 and 19mm, and has a recycle time of 4-7 seconds. It’s not the fastest or most powerful flash around, but it is a compact design and offers tilting head from -10° to 135° for bouncing light around.
The Pentax AF201FG retails for an affordable $149.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
