Pentax K-3 Mark III Camera Firmware Update version 1.31 Released

Pentax K-3 Mark III firmware update version 1.31 released and now available for download.

Ricoh has introduced the Pentax K-3 Mark III (First Impressions) camera last month, it comes with a new 25.7 MP BSI CMOS APS-C sensor, no anti-aliasing filters, 14 bits, 12 shots per second continuous shooting, ISO up to ISO 1,600,000, PRIME V image processing according to Pentax. Better image detail, best noise reduction in low light.

PENTAX K3 Mark III is available at Amazon.com, B&H, Adorama stores for $1,999.95 for the body only or $2,299.95 for Premium Kit. You can see the details on the Pentax K-3 Mark III Firmware Update V1.31 below and also head over to Ricoh to download it.

Here is the changelog:

• Added [SATOBI] to Custom Image.
• Added Tone curve display to Custom Image.
• Improved stability for general performance.

The new firmware can be downloaded here.

SATOBI Custom Image Mode Suggestions:

• Sunrise or sunset scenes
• Urban buildings with blue-sky scenes
• Kids and babies in nostalgic scenes
• Rustic or unsophisticated scenes

SATOBI is a “custom image setting that gives a depiction similar to the texture of color photographs”. Additional information on SATOBI can be found here.