updates for K5

Janemv · 05-24-2017, 01:28 PM

I was told to check for updates on my camera's firmware. How do I find what version I have in my camera, and how do I update? thank you

Adam · 05-24-2017, 01:35 PM

Originally posted by Janemv

I was told to check for updates on my camera's firmware. How do I find what version I have in my camera, and how do I update? thank you

Here's the latest firmware and installation instructions:
New Firmware Adds Support for Pentax Teleconverter - Firmware Updates | PentaxForums.com

Troubleshooting if you get stuck:
Pentax Firmware Update Guide - Tutorial Videos | PentaxForums.com

To check the current version, hold the menu button while powering the camera on.

leekil · 05-24-2017, 01:45 PM

The update guide page is not up to date with the links to the latest firmware for some of the more recent cameras.

Adam · 05-24-2017, 02:08 PM

Originally posted by leekil

The update guide page is not up to date with the links to the latest firmware for some of the more recent cameras.

Correct, but it should be for the K-5.

Adam
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05-24-2017, 01:28 PM	#1
Janemv New Member Join Date: May 2017 Posts: 1	updates for K5 I was told to check for updates on my camera's firmware. How do I find what version I have in my camera, and how do I update? thank you

05-24-2017, 01:35 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by Janemv I was told to check for updates on my camera's firmware. How do I find what version I have in my camera, and how do I update? thank you Here's the latest firmware and installation instructions: New Firmware Adds Support for Pentax Teleconverter - Firmware Updates \| PentaxForums.com Troubleshooting if you get stuck: Pentax Firmware Update Guide - Tutorial Videos \| PentaxForums.com To check the current version, hold the menu button while powering the camera on. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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05-24-2017, 01:45 PM	#3
leekil Pentaxian Join Date: May 2016 Photos: Albums Posts: 2,003	The update guide page is not up to date with the links to the latest firmware for some of the more recent cameras.

05-24-2017, 02:08 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by leekil The update guide page is not up to date with the links to the latest firmware for some of the more recent cameras. Correct, but it should be for the K-5. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers: