Pentax Ricoh has announced its latest flagship DSLRs – the K-5 II and K-5IIs. The ‘s’ version, which costs $ 100 more, comes without an anti-aliasing filter, to offer higher resolution at the risk of more prominent moiré interference patterns. Both cameras feature 16MP sensors and the weather-sealed magnesium alloy build of the original K-5. The biggest difference is the latest, SAFOX X, autofocus sensor. This is designed to work in lower light than any of its rivals (down to -3EV) it will also provide greater accuracy when working with F2.8 and fast lenses. The K-5 II will be available from October at a cost of around $ 1350 with 18-55mm WR kit zoom. The K-5 IIs will be available, body-only for around $ 1300 – a $ 100 premium over the standard version.
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com)