It doesn't really replace the K-5 it replaces the K-30. I haven't read
the whole thing but it's body specifications are half a step higher than
the K30 with the same image processor and I would assume image sensor or
close enough. That implies a 12 bit/channel images. The K-5 II retained
the Prime II processor because the Prime M though faster didn't support
14 bit images.
Pentax could leave the K-5II/IIs in their product line for quite a while
even with this K50 in the line. The name does however make further hash
of the K naming conventions so, "Way to Go Pentax!!", if that part is true.
On 6/7/2013 7:29 PM, John Celio wrote:
http://photorumors.com/2013/06/05/pentax-k-50-dslr-camera-leaks-on-retailers-website-in-france/
If this is real, it'd take the place of the K-5/II/IIs pretty well if
(and only if) they release a higher-end body at the same time.
Also (again, if this is real), I'm glad they got rid of the ugly
concave space above the lens on the K-30.
John
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