K1 Sensor

rcolman · 07-13-2016, 12:50 AM

Does anyone know if this statement, from an article referenced here, is correct:

The sensor in the Pentax K-1 is the same one found in the well-regarded Sony a7R, with great dynamic range and color accuracy.

???

Adam · 07-13-2016, 01:06 AM

Originally posted by rcolman

Does anyone know if this statement, from an article referenced here, is correct:

The sensor in the Pentax K-1 is the same one found in the well-regarded Sony a7R, with great dynamic range and color accuracy.

???

Pentax has been using Sony sensors lately, so it's most likely an adapted version of the same sensor, but the image processing unit is Pentax-specific.

That said, I don't think the specific sensor model used in the K-1 has been officially revealed.

MikeD · 07-13-2016, 07:50 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Pentax has been using Sony sensors lately, so it's most likely an adapted version of the same sensor, but the image processing unit is Pentax-specific.

That said, I don't think the specific sensor model used in the K-1 has been officially revealed.

Adam you are much better at this stuff than I and maybe we are saying the same thing but I was under the impression that it was the same sensor that is in the D800 with Pentax processor.

npc · 07-13-2016, 09:03 AM

This is the link to what sensors (for cameras) sony currently has for general sale : Sony Global - Products
The 36mp FF sensor is listed as "IMX094".
I've seen pictures of the actual sensor in D800 and it says "IMX094AQP" so the "AQP" part should label the specific variation of IMX094 used there. My guess is that the 810, A7R, K-1 all use some later IMX094xxx variants of the sensor

Adam · 07-13-2016, 02:27 PM

Originally posted by MikeD

Adam you are much better at this stuff than I and maybe we are saying the same thing but I was under the impression that it was the same sensor that is in the D800 with Pentax processor.

I think they are all variants of the same chip. In terms of performance the D800 and the K-1 are neck and neck.

07-13-2016, 12:50 AM	#1
rcolman Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Photos: Albums Posts: 118	K1 Sensor Does anyone know if this statement, from an article referenced here, is correct: The sensor in the Pentax K-1 is the same one found in the well-regarded Sony a7R, with great dynamic range and color accuracy. ???

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by rcolman Does anyone know if this statement, from an article referenced here, is correct: The sensor in the Pentax K-1 is the same one found in the well-regarded Sony a7R, with great dynamic range and color accuracy. ??? Pentax has been using Sony sensors lately, so it's most likely an adapted version of the same sensor, but the image processing unit is Pentax-specific. That said, I don't think the specific sensor model used in the K-1 has been officially revealed. 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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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by MikeD Adam you are much better at this stuff than I and maybe we are saying the same thing but I was under the impression that it was the same sensor that is in the D800 with Pentax processor. I think they are all variants of the same chip. In terms of performance the D800 and the K-1 are neck and neck. 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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MikeD Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: traverse city MI Posts: 346	Originally posted by Adam Pentax has been using Sony sensors lately, so it's most likely an adapted version of the same sensor, but the image processing unit is Pentax-specific. That said, I don't think the specific sensor model used in the K-1 has been officially revealed. Adam you are much better at this stuff than I and maybe we are saying the same thing but I was under the impression that it was the same sensor that is in the D800 with Pentax processor.

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npc Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 313	This is the link to what sensors (for cameras) sony currently has for general sale : Sony Global - Products The 36mp FF sensor is listed as "IMX094". I've seen pictures of the actual sensor in D800 and it says "IMX094AQP" so the "AQP" part should label the specific variation of IMX094 used there. My guess is that the 810, A7R, K-1 all use some later IMX094xxx variants of the sensor