Ricoh Imaging is going to release the PENTAX K-3 in early November as the flagship model of its digital single-lens reflex camera "K" series.
PENTAX K-3 features a newly developed Low-pass Selector, which is capable of eliminating moire effect (works similar to optical low-pass filter) by making the image sensor unit drive in infinitesimally small increments (by sub-pixels) during exposure.
A low-pass filter allows for high-resolution, which is its biggest advantage, however, it triggers moire and false colors. So, Ricoh Imaging created a camera that has the equivalent functionality of a low-pass filter, without the low-pass filter (using the Low-pass Selector).
Some other specs of the PENTAX K-3: APS-C CMOS image censor (2.4 million effective pixels), IPS 51200, 27-point AF, maximum 8.3 fps, high-performance exposure control, cold resistance etc…
PENTAX K-3 (Only the body) Price: About 150,000 yen Release date: Early November
PENTAX K-3 18-135WR Lens Kit Price: About 200,000 yen Release date: Early November
In addition to the original black color, a limited edition of only 2,000 silver color models will be out all over the world. It was designed to be used with the silver model of their "Limited" series lenses. It comes with a leather-like original strap and extra battery.
PENTAX K-3 Premium Silver Edition Price: About 180,000 yen Release date: Late November
Source: AkihabaraNews
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No Miso
No low-pass filter? Just the functionality of a low-pass filter via a low pass selector. Amazing!
Serrano
"single-lens reflex camera"
You don't see too many of these buggers these days. I miss my good ol' Canon T-70 with 35-105mm zoom lens and 400 speed film.
roberto60
japan builds very nice things
ebisen
Oh yeah, a low pass filter, although it improves detail, it costs a lot of luminosity. Eliminating it (or replacing it with something else) means having your cake and eating it too...