New processor for Pentax K-3

Ayoh · 09-04-2013, 05:27 AM - **1 Like**

New upcoming Pentax flagship will surely use this chip:

FUJITSU LIMITED : Fujitsu Releases New Milbeaut

24MP @ 12 FPS

The Gen 6 processor is used in the k-5 and Nikon d7000/7100. The Gen 6 can only accommodate 24MP @ 5 FPS (hence the D7100 being crippled with a 2X crop mode at higher frame rates)

The specs otherwise seem a bit conservative, especially compared to Sony and Panasonic who have been doing 1080p 60p for a few years now.

Adam · 09-04-2013, 06:32 AM

With the announcement of the K-3 supposedly just weeks away, I would think that they've probably already finalized most if not all of the hardware.

MouLaG Ôfr · 09-04-2013, 07:04 AM

Oh Adam, I've seen that you've already a new forum for further announcements from RICOH (and replace this one)

Ricoh Forums - Discuss Ricoh Cameras at PentaxForums.com

carrrlangas · 09-04-2013, 07:07 AM

Originally posted by Adam

With the announcement of the K-3 supposedly just weeks away,

Weeks? Isn´t it tomorrow?

Mistral75 · 09-04-2013, 07:11 AM - **1 Like**

Tomorrow is just another day.

Adam · 09-04-2013, 07:24 AM

Originally posted by carrrlangas

Weeks? Isn´t it tomorrow?

For all we know it might not even end up being called the K-3! I doubt Pentax would make two back-to-back announcements given that the hd limiteds came out a week ago.

dankoBanana · 09-04-2013, 08:54 AM - **1 Like**

party pooper

Mistral75 · 09-04-2013, 09:14 AM

Originally posted by Adam

(...) I doubt Pentax would make two back-to-back announcements given that the hd limiteds came out a week ago.

Remember 2010:

- September 9th: K-r and DA 35mm f/2.4
- September 20th: K-5 and DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6

froeschle · 09-04-2013, 09:18 AM

New cameras do not magically built themselves in an instant

.
The hardware has to be produced before an official announcement.
Very likely there is a first preproduction run at least 6 months beforehand.
Presumably, a year might even come closer to the truth.
Firmware is only updated to the first official version before dispatch.
So a day and even weeks do not really make a difference concerning actual hardware.

Lukas_Gal · 09-04-2013, 09:19 AM

Tomorrow will be a big day. I hope for introduce K3 revolutionary model.

pghwarrior23 · 09-04-2013, 09:37 AM

So Adam is kind of indicating there will be no press conference or announcement of new gear tomorrow?

Mistral75 · 09-04-2013, 09:39 AM

Kind of...

D1N0 · 09-04-2013, 09:41 AM - **1 Like**

Maybe Adam signed a non-disclosure agreement

.

Winder · 09-04-2013, 10:02 AM - **7 Likes**

K-5IIs in Silver will be announced tomorrow. They will probably announce a DA 41.5mm to bridge the gap in focal length between the 40mm & 43mm LTD. Pentax is good at filling those gaps.

Winder · 09-04-2013, 10:08 AM

Originally posted by Ayoh

New upcoming Pentax flagship will surely use this chip:

FUJITSU LIMITED : Fujitsu Releases New Milbeaut

24MP @ 12 FPS

The Gen 6 processor is used in the k-5 and Nikon d7000/7100. The Gen 6 can only accommodate 24MP @ 5 FPS (hence the D7100 being crippled with a 2X crop mode at higher frame rates)

The specs otherwise seem a bit conservative, especially compared to Sony and Panasonic who have been doing 1080p 60p for a few years now.

This kind of processing power would be perfect for a 24MP FF. My question is can it handle 14-bit (24MP @ 12FPS)? Can we get 36MP at 5 FPS in 14-bit?

09-04-2013, 05:27 AM - 1 Like	#1
Ayoh Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Melbourne Posts: 341	New processor for Pentax K-3 New upcoming Pentax flagship will surely use this chip: FUJITSU LIMITED : Fujitsu Releases New Milbeaut 24MP @ 12 FPS The Gen 6 processor is used in the k-5 and Nikon d7000/7100. The Gen 6 can only accommodate 24MP @ 5 FPS (hence the D7100 being crippled with a 2X crop mode at higher frame rates) The specs otherwise seem a bit conservative, especially compared to Sony and Panasonic who have been doing 1080p 60p for a few years now.

09-04-2013, 06:32 AM	#2
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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by carrrlangas Weeks? Isn´t it tomorrow? For all we know it might not even end up being called the K-3! I doubt Pentax would make two back-to-back announcements given that the hd limiteds came out a week ago. 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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Winder Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 6,617	K-5IIs in Silver will be announced tomorrow. They will probably announce a DA 41.5mm to bridge the gap in focal length between the 40mm & 43mm LTD. Pentax is good at filling those gaps.

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Winder Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 6,617	Originally posted by Ayoh New upcoming Pentax flagship will surely use this chip: FUJITSU LIMITED : Fujitsu Releases New Milbeaut 24MP @ 12 FPS The Gen 6 processor is used in the k-5 and Nikon d7000/7100. The Gen 6 can only accommodate 24MP @ 5 FPS (hence the D7100 being crippled with a 2X crop mode at higher frame rates) The specs otherwise seem a bit conservative, especially compared to Sony and Panasonic who have been doing 1080p 60p for a few years now. This kind of processing power would be perfect for a 24MP FF. My question is can it handle 14-bit (24MP @ 12FPS)? Can we get 36MP at 5 FPS in 14-bit?