Pentax K-01 Firmware Update

Pentax has just released a firmware update for the Pentax K-01 which includes the following changes:

• Improved the auto focus performance
• Improved stability of recording for some SDHC/SDXC memory card
• Improved stability for general performance

It is very welcome to finally see see a stability update for something other than a high-end body, let alone an update that improves autofocus.

Download the Firmware Here
In order to upgrade your firmware, follow these simple steps:

1. Download the firmware ZIP file using the link above
2. Unzip the zip file to a folder of your choosing
3. Locate the extracted .BIN file and copy it to the root of a formatted SD card
4. Insert the card into your camera and ensure it is fully charged
5. Turn the camera power on while pressing the Menu button (alternatively, go to the setup tab in the menu and select the firmware option)
6. Select "Yes"at the firmware prompt
7. Once the screen displays "Complete", turn off your camera
8. Power your camera back on and resume normal use
9. In order to verify that the firmware update was successful, hold the menu button while powering your camera on.  The screen should indicate version 1.x, where x is the latest version number for your camera, as listed above.  You should then power off your camera and resume normal use.