K-5 Firmware Version

mysterick · 02-25-2014, 10:01 AM

I just checked the Ricoh/Pentax Imaging site for any firmware. I have v. 1.15 and the website displays only v. 1.14. What am I missing?

**MSL** · 02-25-2014, 10:07 AM

Originally posted by mysterick

I just checked the Ricoh/Pentax Imaging site for any firmware. I have v. 1.15 and the website displays only v. 1.14. What am I missing?

Which web site. Sometimes the newer versions of the firmware don't make it to all their sites at the same time.
This site has 1.15 - Latest K-5 Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING
whereas the Canada site doesn't. Software Downloads?Support?RICOH IMAGING CANADA

sterretje · 02-25-2014, 11:59 AM

I have noticed that non-jp sites are often not up-to-dste. So I only use the jp site as a reference.

Adam · 02-25-2014, 12:21 PM

1.15 is the latest version. A link to download it is found here:
New Firmware for All Current Pentax DSLR Models - Pentax Firmware - PentaxForums.com

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VoiceOfReason · 02-25-2014, 01:03 PM

I think I am still on 1.13 or 1.12. Any good reasons to update?

Stone G. · 02-25-2014, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

I think I am still on 1.13 or 1.12. Any good reasons to update?

From the RICOH downloadpage:

Changes to V1.15

Correspond to the AF assist light function by white LED light for auto flash unit [AF360FGZII] and [AF540FGZII].
Optimized contrast AF when using HD PENTAX-DA Limited series lenses.
Improved stability for general performance.*Contents of [Version 1.14] and earlier version will be also updated.

Changes to V1.14

Optimized contrast AF when using [HD PENTAX-DA 560mmF5.6ED AW] lens.
Improved stability for general performance.

Changes to V1.13

Improved reliability of recording operation when using SDXC memory card.

In particular, note the "Improved stability for general performance". One might assume that this could also be called "(minor) bug fixes"?

**MSL** · 02-25-2014, 01:44 PM

Originally posted by Stone G.

In particular, note the "Improved stability for general performance". One might assume that this could also be called "(minor) bug fixes"?

In theory that is how you should interpret that sentence. In practice I sometimes wonder if it means - we've changed a few things, that hopefully will make your picture taking a better experience. I think in the jump from 1.12 to 1.13 or 1.14 there was some debate whether more major issues had been fixed, if only partially, but not enough controlled tests were reported to be sure.

mysterick · 02-26-2014, 11:07 AM

Thanks all. I must have linked from here when it was first available.

jon404 · 03-06-2014, 03:35 AM

Is the version 1.16 update also for K-5 II and K-5 IIs cameras, as well as for the K-5?

Stone G. · 03-06-2014, 03:52 AM

Originally posted by jon404

Is the version 1.16 update also for K-5 II and K-5 IIs cameras, as well as for the K-5?

No, there is a new version 1.07 for theK-5II/K-5IIs:

Software Downloads : Support & Service | RICOH IMAGING

jon404 · 03-06-2014, 04:32 AM

Thanks Stone! Really appreciate the fast help...

MichaelJ · 08-02-2014, 10:47 PM

Hi All

I upgraded my K-5 with the latest firmware version 1.16 so I could use the new 1.4 teleconverter (which was great). However it now seems my O-GPS1 unit will not work with the camera. With a new battery the blue light comes on for a second then goes off, and the camera does not register that the unit is attached. It worked fine with version 1.15.

Any clues about how to get this working please? If it is a choice of the GPS unit or the teleconverter, I'd probably choose the latter. I guess I can always revert to the previous version if I want to do astrophotography again.

Thanks

starflower · 10-08-2015, 04:10 AM

Originally posted by MichaelJ

Hi All

I upgraded my K-5 with the latest firmware version 1.16 so I could use the new 1.4 teleconverter (which was great). However it now seems my O-GPS1 unit will not work with the camera. With a new battery the blue light comes on for a second then goes off, and the camera does not register that the unit is attached. It worked fine with version 1.15.

Any clues about how to get this working please? If it is a choice of the GPS unit or the teleconverter, I'd probably choose the latter. I guess I can always revert to the previous version if I want to do astrophotography again.

Thanks

me too.
O-GPS1 does not work at firmware 1.16

nicomis · 11-29-2016, 06:58 AM

Does anyone confirm that o-gps1 doesn't work with 1.16 firmware ok a K-5 body?
I've buyed the GPS unit, but it does not work on my camera... It seems to be that there's no comunication with the body.
Is it possible that ricoh did not fix that error (1.16 was relased in 2014)

However, how can I downgrade the firmware to the 1.15? On the ricoh site I can only download the latest version of the software...
Thank's for your help.

Stone G. · 11-29-2016, 09:00 AM

I cannot confirm. I am on ver. 1.16 and have no problems with the O-GPS1 / Astrotracer.

02-25-2014, 10:01 AM	#1
mysterick Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 44266 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 567	K-5 Firmware Version I just checked the Ricoh/Pentax Imaging site for any firmware. I have v. 1.15 and the website displays only v. 1.14. What am I missing?

02-25-2014, 01:28 PM	#6
Stone G. Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Zealand, Denmark Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,516	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason I think I am still on 1.13 or 1.12. Any good reasons to update? From the RICOH downloadpage: Changes to V1.15 Correspond to the AF assist light function by white LED light for auto flash unit [AF360FGZII] and [AF540FGZII]. Optimized contrast AF when using HD PENTAX-DA Limited series lenses. Improved stability for general performance.Contents of [Version 1.14] and earlier version will be also updated. Changes to V1.14* Optimized contrast AF when using [HD PENTAX-DA 560mmF5.6ED AW] lens. Improved stability for general performance. Changes to V1.13 Improved reliability of recording operation when using SDXC memory card. In particular, note the "Improved stability for general performance". One might assume that this could also be called "(minor) bug fixes"?

08-02-2014, 10:47 PM	#12
MichaelJ New Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 2	K5 firmware 1.16 and O-GPS1 Hi All I upgraded my K-5 with the latest firmware version 1.16 so I could use the new 1.4 teleconverter (which was great). However it now seems my O-GPS1 unit will not work with the camera. With a new battery the blue light comes on for a second then goes off, and the camera does not register that the unit is attached. It worked fine with version 1.15. Any clues about how to get this working please? If it is a choice of the GPS unit or the teleconverter, I'd probably choose the latter. I guess I can always revert to the previous version if I want to do astrophotography again. Thanks

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02-25-2014, 10:07 AM	#2
MSL Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Greater Toronto Area Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,749	Originally posted by mysterick I just checked the Ricoh/Pentax Imaging site for any firmware. I have v. 1.15 and the website displays only v. 1.14. What am I missing? Which web site. Sometimes the newer versions of the firmware don't make it to all their sites at the same time. This site has 1.15 - Latest K-5 Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING whereas the Canada site doesn't. Software Downloads?Support?RICOH IMAGING CANADA

02-25-2014, 11:59 AM	#3
sterretje Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Roodepoort, South Africa Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,561	I have noticed that non-jp sites are often not up-to-dste. So I only use the jp site as a reference.

02-25-2014, 12:21 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	1.15 is the latest version. A link to download it is found here: New Firmware for All Current Pentax DSLR Models - Pentax Firmware - PentaxForums.com 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:

02-25-2014, 01:03 PM	#5
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	I think I am still on 1.13 or 1.12. Any good reasons to update?

02-25-2014, 01:44 PM	#7
MSL Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Greater Toronto Area Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,749	Originally posted by Stone G. In particular, note the "Improved stability for general performance". One might assume that this could also be called "(minor) bug fixes"? In theory that is how you should interpret that sentence. In practice I sometimes wonder if it means - we've changed a few things, that hopefully will make your picture taking a better experience. I think in the jump from 1.12 to 1.13 or 1.14 there was some debate whether more major issues had been fixed, if only partially, but not enough controlled tests were reported to be sure.

02-26-2014, 11:07 AM	#8
mysterick Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 44266 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 567 Original Poster	Thanks all. I must have linked from here when it was first available.

03-06-2014, 03:35 AM	#9
jon404 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 696	Is the version 1.16 update also for K-5 II and K-5 IIs cameras, as well as for the K-5?

03-06-2014, 03:52 AM	#10
Stone G. Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Zealand, Denmark Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,516	Originally posted by jon404 Is the version 1.16 update also for K-5 II and K-5 IIs cameras, as well as for the K-5? No, there is a new version 1.07 for theK-5II/K-5IIs: Software Downloads : Support & Service \| RICOH IMAGING

03-06-2014, 04:32 AM	#11
jon404 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 696	Thanks Stone! Really appreciate the fast help...

10-08-2015, 04:10 AM	#13
starflower New Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 2	Originally posted by MichaelJ Hi All I upgraded my K-5 with the latest firmware version 1.16 so I could use the new 1.4 teleconverter (which was great). However it now seems my O-GPS1 unit will not work with the camera. With a new battery the blue light comes on for a second then goes off, and the camera does not register that the unit is attached. It worked fine with version 1.15. Any clues about how to get this working please? If it is a choice of the GPS unit or the teleconverter, I'd probably choose the latter. I guess I can always revert to the previous version if I want to do astrophotography again. Thanks me too. O-GPS1 does not work at firmware 1.16

11-29-2016, 06:58 AM	#14
nicomis Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41	Does anyone confirm that o-gps1 doesn't work with 1.16 firmware ok a K-5 body? I've buyed the GPS unit, but it does not work on my camera... It seems to be that there's no comunication with the body. Is it possible that ricoh did not fix that error (1.16 was relased in 2014) However, how can I downgrade the firmware to the 1.15? On the ricoh site I can only download the latest version of the software... Thank's for your help.

11-29-2016, 09:00 AM	#15
Stone G. Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Zealand, Denmark Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,516	I cannot confirm. I am on ver. 1.16 and have no problems with the O-GPS1 / Astrotracer.