K-1 and KP latest firmware

TerryL · 03-19-2019, 01:16 PM - **1 Like**

Hello Folks,
I can't find the latest 1.51 firmware for my K-1 and KP. Will someone help me with this, please?
Thank you,
Terry

Adam · 03-19-2019, 01:22 PM - **1 Like**

K-1:
Latest PENTAX K-1 Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING

KP:
Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING

TerryL · 03-19-2019, 02:35 PM

I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens.
Terry

---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ----------

Originally posted by Adam

K-1:
Latest PENTAX K-1 Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING

KP:
Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING

Adam,
I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now.
Thanks,
Terry

Adam · 03-19-2019, 03:18 PM

Originally posted by TerryL

I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens.
Terry

---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ----------

Adam,
I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now.
Thanks,
Terry

I don't believe crop bodies needed an update for the new lens. 1.10 is the newest for the KP.

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MarkJerling · 03-19-2019, 03:24 PM

Originally posted by TerryL

I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens.
Terry

---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ----------

Adam,
I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now.
Thanks,
Terry

KP is 1.10, K-1 is 1.51

See: Software Downloads : Support & Service | RICOH IMAGING

TerryL · 03-19-2019, 03:46 PM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

KP is 1.10, K-1 is 1.51

See: Software Downloads : Support & Service | RICOH IMAGING

Thank you Paul. Does 1.10 prepare the KP for the new 11-18 lens?
Regards,
Terry

MarkJerling · 03-19-2019, 04:12 PM

Originally posted by TerryL

Thank you Paul. Does 1.10 prepare the KP for the new 11-18 lens?
Regards,
Terry

"Changes to V1.10
Optimized performance when attaching new lens HD PENTAX-D FA*50mmF1.4 SDM AW.
Improved stability for general performance."

So, no, nothing to do with the 11-18 lens.

I do note that, on the K-1, the latest firmware is specifically for this lens:

"Changes to V1.51
Optimized performance when attaching new lens HD PENTAX-DA*11-18mmF2.8ED DC AW.
*When this update is done, the contents of version 1.50 and earlier will be also updated."

**Wingincamera** · 03-19-2019, 04:48 PM

It appears I have the latest firmware for my KP. I purchased it 6/6/2017 and it has firmware V1.10, which is prior to this firmware release. The one mentioned in this thread is dated 07/12/2018, did they keep the same name?

TerryL · 03-19-2019, 04:54 PM

Originally posted by Adam

I don't believe crop bodies needed an update for the new lens. 1.10 is the newest for the KP.

Good enough, thank you. What if I want to use my new 50mm 1.4. Will the KP be good to go with V1.10?
Terry

Adam · 03-19-2019, 05:00 PM

Originally posted by TerryL

Good enough, thank you. What if I want to use my new 50mm 1.4. Will the KP be good to go with V1.10?
Terry

Yes.

**BigMackCam** · 03-19-2019, 05:09 PM

It's worth mentioning that Ricoh is pretty good at providing timely firmware updates to support new lenses and features, but only when they're necessary. As such, if no new firmware update is made available for a camera before, or very shortly after, the release of a compatible product, you can safely assume it's already catered for in the latest available firmware version...

TerryL · 03-20-2019, 01:47 PM

Originally posted by Wingincamera

It appears I have the latest firmware for my KP. I purchased it 6/6/2017 and it has firmware V1.10, which is prior to this firmware release. The one mentioned in this thread is dated 07/12/2018, did they keep the same name?

That's good to know. I just bought my KP, so I'll check to see what I already have.
Terry

**topazhn** · 05-26-2019, 10:25 AM

Hello All,

My experience updating my newly purchased KP. Downloaded the file from Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads | RICOH IMAGING. Saw no "self expansion" as described on the site page. Expanded the .zip file with the Win 7 utility in windows explorer, which produced the .bin file in a folder. Copied folder to the formatted sd card in the camera. Update; no joy. Copied the .bin file out of the folder to the root directory. Update; no joy. Disconnected the camera from the 'puter. Update; JOY! So, maybe obvious to others, but thought my procedure might be helpful to fellow klutzes.

pschlute · 05-26-2019, 11:49 AM

Originally posted by topazhn

Saw no "self expansion" as described on the site page

I think self-extracting just means that you need no special software to extract it. If you select "open" in the download dialogue box it will extract without having to save the zip file.

Originally posted by topazhn

Copied folder to the formatted sd card in the camera

The instructions do say to copy the file , not the folder.

I too was confused with terms like "root directory" when I first updated a camera.

**rogerstg** · 05-27-2019, 05:39 AM

I think that self extracting means you don's have to do anything special to copy the file to the SD card. I simply double clicked on the downloaded zipped folder. It opened like any other folder, showing the file therein. I copied the file to the card like I'd do with any other file.

03-19-2019, 01:16 PM - 1 Like	#1
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850	K-1 and KP latest firmware Hello Folks, I can't find the latest 1.51 firmware for my K-1 and KP. Will someone help me with this, please? Thank you, Terry

03-19-2019, 01:22 PM - 1 Like	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	K-1: Latest PENTAX K-1 Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING KP: Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING 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:

03-19-2019, 02:35 PM	#3
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850 Original Poster	Adam I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens. Terry ---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ---------- Originally posted by Adam K-1: Latest PENTAX K-1 Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING KP: Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING Adam, I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now. Thanks, Terry

03-19-2019, 05:00 PM	#10
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by TerryL Good enough, thank you. What if I want to use my new 50mm 1.4. Will the KP be good to go with V1.10? Terry Yes. 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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03-19-2019, 03:18 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by TerryL I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens. Terry ---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ---------- Adam, I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now. Thanks, Terry I don't believe crop bodies needed an update for the new lens. 1.10 is the newest for the KP. 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:

03-19-2019, 03:24 PM	#5
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,404	Originally posted by TerryL I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 for the new DA lens. Terry ---------- Post added 03-19-19 at 03:16 PM ---------- Adam, I thought the KP firmware was 1.51 too, for the new DA 11-16 lens. I saw it myself, but can't find it now. Thanks, Terry KP is 1.10, K-1 is 1.51 See: Software Downloads : Support & Service \| RICOH IMAGING

03-19-2019, 03:46 PM	#6
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850 Original Poster	Originally posted by MarkJerling KP is 1.10, K-1 is 1.51 See: Software Downloads : Support & Service \| RICOH IMAGING Thank you Paul. Does 1.10 prepare the KP for the new 11-18 lens? Regards, Terry

03-19-2019, 04:12 PM	#7
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,404	Originally posted by TerryL Thank you Paul. Does 1.10 prepare the KP for the new 11-18 lens? Regards, Terry "Changes to V1.10 Optimized performance when attaching new lens HD PENTAX-D FA50mmF1.4 SDM AW. Improved stability for general performance." So, no, nothing to do with the 11-18 lens. I do note that, on the K-1, the latest firmware is specifically for this lens: "Changes to V1.51 Optimized performance when attaching new lens HD PENTAX-DA11-18mmF2.8ED DC AW. *When this update is done, the contents of version 1.50 and earlier will be also updated."

03-19-2019, 04:48 PM	#8
Wingincamera Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Pine Haven, Wyoming Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,182	It appears I have the latest firmware for my KP. I purchased it 6/6/2017 and it has firmware V1.10, which is prior to this firmware release. The one mentioned in this thread is dated 07/12/2018, did they keep the same name?

03-19-2019, 04:54 PM	#9
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam I don't believe crop bodies needed an update for the new lens. 1.10 is the newest for the KP. Good enough, thank you. What if I want to use my new 50mm 1.4. Will the KP be good to go with V1.10? Terry

03-19-2019, 05:09 PM	#11
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,661	It's worth mentioning that Ricoh is pretty good at providing timely firmware updates to support new lenses and features, but only when they're necessary. As such, if no new firmware update is made available for a camera before, or very shortly after, the release of a compatible product, you can safely assume it's already catered for in the latest available firmware version...

03-20-2019, 01:47 PM	#12
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850 Original Poster	Originally posted by Wingincamera It appears I have the latest firmware for my KP. I purchased it 6/6/2017 and it has firmware V1.10, which is prior to this firmware release. The one mentioned in this thread is dated 07/12/2018, did they keep the same name? That's good to know. I just bought my KP, so I'll check to see what I already have. Terry

05-26-2019, 10:25 AM	#13
topazhn Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 7	Hello All, My experience updating my newly purchased KP. Downloaded the file from Latest PENTAX KP Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| RICOH IMAGING. Saw no "self expansion" as described on the site page. Expanded the .zip file with the Win 7 utility in windows explorer, which produced the .bin file in a folder. Copied folder to the formatted sd card in the camera. Update; no joy. Copied the .bin file out of the folder to the root directory. Update; no joy. Disconnected the camera from the 'puter. Update; JOY! So, maybe obvious to others, but thought my procedure might be helpful to fellow klutzes.

05-26-2019, 11:49 AM	#14
pschlute Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Surrey, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,194	Originally posted by topazhn Saw no "self expansion" as described on the site page I think self-extracting just means that you need no special software to extract it. If you select "open" in the download dialogue box it will extract without having to save the zip file. Originally posted by topazhn Copied folder to the formatted sd card in the camera The instructions do say to copy the file , not the folder. I too was confused with terms like "root directory" when I first updated a camera.

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05-27-2019, 05:39 AM	#15
rogerstg Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Rhode Island Photos: Albums Posts: 1,168	I think that self extracting means you don's have to do anything special to copy the file to the SD card. I simply double clicked on the downloaded zipped folder. It opened like any other folder, showing the file therein. I copied the file to the card like I'd do with any other file.