Pentax O-GPS1 Hotshoe Mounted GPS Unit for DSLR Cameras

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ANDREW W : Does it work on k-70?RICHARD C C : YesWILLIS D : Yes, the K-70 is listed as a compatible camera. The O-GPS1 is recognized by and works with my K-70.MARK P : Yes, it works just fine.
Uday M : Does the astrotracer functionality work with K-3?DJORN C : Yes, it works with the K-3. Must be set up in the menu and calibrated. instructions are in the manual. Works very well, within it's limits.DANIEL M : It works well with the K-3 - highly recommended.DENNIS B : YES! I've used it successfully on the K-3 and K-50. It will give you (1) compass direction recorded, (2) physical location as co-ordinates (Long / Lat), and (3) Astrotracer (AT). The AT is a cool feature as it really gives you the ability of turning your camera (lens and all) into a "telescope". In all it allows for about 5 minutes of tracking a celestial object (stars, comets, and moon). For stars you'll be using a high ISO (about 128,000 or higher). The high ISO helps to avoid blurry, but also great for star trails (if that's what you want). This is a GREAT feature as even Nikon's GPS attachment cannot do Astrotracer because it does not have a "floating sensor". Also, Nikon wants more $$$ while Pentax for the same price does more. I use the unit to record location co-ordinates, but it can work like a compass and get you out of the woods; and, thus, becomes the most expensive compass you'll ever buy! Have fun, and I hope this helps.LAWRENCE L : I have not tried it with the K-3. I tested it on a K-5 when I bought it (like using the sunroof on a new car), and it worked. I never used it again. However, every time I have used it on a K-3, it works for what I'm trying. I DO NOT USUALLY TAKE ASTRAL PHOTOS.MIKE O : yes definitely!MICHAEL S : Absolutely! I use the AstroTracer with my K-3.
Shopper : Is this product compatible with the K-7 DSLR?CHARLES B : According to the Pentax web site and the in-depth review on Pentax Forums, the o-gps1 is not compatible with the K-7. It's only compatible with the K-01, K-5, K-r or 645D (or newer).DENNIS B : YES! This unit will work on the K-7 as well as the K-5, K-5 II, K-5 IIs, and the newet K-3, K-30, K-50. I currently own the K-3 and the K-50 having recently sold the K-7. This unit is awesome! I also understand that it is cheaper and more functional than the one by Nikon.PAUL T : Yes, with the proper firmware update. I only have a K-x and a K-30, not a K-7. But my research shows that the K-7 can use this unit with the right firmware.DEAN Z : Sorry no, it will not work with the K-7. Pentax had to add new hardware to the K-5 and later Camer hotshoe so that it could communicate 2 deractions. Even then the K-5 needed a software update.JAMES G : No...DAVID H : No it is not.GREGORY K : Sorry I used it on a K5 not the K7GREGORY K : Yes it worked good on K7DANIEL M : No, it is not compatible with the K-7. Only the K-5 era cameras and beyond.

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2021-10-03T10:15:33

Rated 4 out of 5

Not bad at first go!

Still learning to use it but on a few of my first couple uses I managed to get nice, crystal-clear night shots with no star trailing. Interestingly it didn't seem to work multiple times in a row; I recalibrated it (in the precision location setting, not the more general GPS setting) and it then performed well again. Four stars because of this issue, and that the successor is already announced but not available, and that most of the current Pentax DSLRs have GPS built in, making this extraneous.

P P.

2021-03-18T19:17:26

Rated 4 out of 5

Good but bright

The blinking bright blue light in the dark places this is always used will be annoying. I suggest black tape as soon as you pull it out. I've never had any issue with the camera recognizing and connecting to sats.

MICAH G.

2020-07-20T08:18:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Pentax O-GPS1

Pentax O-GPS1 works as advertised. Calibrates easily and prevents star tracking on exposures up to 5 minutes. Also gives locations of where photos were captured.

RICHARD C.

2019-07-24T09:05:36

Rated 4 out of 5

Hope it works as rated

Everything looks good. havent used yet. Just ordered camera. Should know soon.

alan t.

2019-03-12T13:09:01

Rated 5 out of 5

a must buy for astro photography or if you need gps data in exif

works very well with the k70. in the astrophoto mode, it uses the anti shake feature to guide the camera sensor with the stars to keep them pin pointed over a long exposure to reveal many many stars. also adds gps data to the exif data in pictures. very cool.

Dr S.

2017-04-21T12:43:43

Rated 4 out of 5

Does what it says.

Very no-frills but it does the job. The power status is a bit ambiguous. You push a button to turn it on but there is no "power LED". You just see the lamp for the satellite lock blink.

ANDREW M.

2017-02-28T13:30:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Helpful little gadget

Does what it says and makes it easier to recall where shots were taken. A bit awkward to have to calibrate it each use though

ALLAN F.

2016-11-28T12:30:41

Rated 5 out of 5

All over Europe

I got this for a 38 day trip to Europe. I wanted to be able to find where I took each image. It worked perfect. Battery life is very good. Each image taken with GPS available loads into Adobe Lightroom and pops up as expected on the map function as was my goal. Lightroom then displays what city and country etc. Love it!

MICHAEL S.

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Pentax O-GPS1 Specifications

  • Compatible With

    Pentax Digital K-5, K-r,K-3, K-S1, K-50, 645D, 645Z

  • Recorded Info

    Lat, Lon, Alt, Time (UTC), Direction

  • Gps Receiver

    50 Channel Tracking, Supports SBAS (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS)

  • Acquisition Time

    -40 sec (cold), 5 sec (hot)

  • Positioning Interval

    1 sec

  • Gps Accuracy

    10m RMS

  • Data Format

    NMEA-0183

  • Geodesics

    World Geodetic System (WGS 84)

  • Electronic Compass

    Accuracy: +/- 5deg. (precise calibration)
    Positioning Interval: Approx 8X
    Reference Direction: True North

  • Power Supply

    1x AAA battery (lithium, NiMH, alkaline)

  • Battery Life

    Approx 12 hrs (normal temp) w lithium (9h, 0deg.)
    Approx 7 hrs (normal temp) w NiMH (5h, 0deg.)
    Approx 7 hrs (normal temp) w alkaline (4h, 0deg.)

  • Dimensions

    1.9 x 1.3 x 2.3in/ 4.8 x 3.3 x 5.8 cm

  • Weight

    1.8 oz/ 51g (with out battery), 2.2 oz/ 62.3g (with battery)

  • UPC Code

    027075189003

About Pentax O-GPS1

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All over Europe

By MICHAEL S.

I got this for a 38 day trip to Europe. I wanted to be able to find where I took each image. It worked perfect. Battery life is very good. Each image taken with GPS available loads into Adobe Lightroom and pops up as expected on the map function as was my goal. Lightroom then displays what city and country etc. Love it!

Pentax O-GPS1

By RICHARD C.

Pentax O-GPS1 works as advertised. Calibrates easily and prevents star tracking on exposures up to 5 minutes. Also gives locations of where photos were captured.

The Pentax O-GPS1 GPS Unit is designed for use with Pentax digital SLR cameras. It not only provides basic location data, but also offers an array of original features that allow users to effortless track and record details of their favorite photographic locations. By simply mounting the O-GPS1 onto the hotshoe of a Pentax digital SLR camera users can record the latitude, longitude, altitude, universal time coordinated (UTC) and aspect of the location they are shooting directly onto each image they capture.

Image files carrying GPS location data, can then be used to track shooting locations and review location data on a PC. GPS location data stored on such files also makes it much easier to sort and file recorded images. By coupling GPS data with the camera's SR (Shake Reduction) system, the unit offers a range of unique, advanced applications, including ASTROTRACER, Simple Navigation and an Electronic Compass.

Pentax O-GPS1 Features

  • Geotag your images for location information on popular photo-sharing websites
  • Chart the progress of a hike, bike or boating trip with interval position tracking
  • A separate, but efficient power source will not drain your camera's battery
  • Supports terrestrial-based WAAS for highly accurate positioning
  • Electronic Compass function assists while hiking or camping

Key Features

  • Chart the progress of a hike, bike or boating trip
  • A separate, but efficient power source will not drain your camera's battery
  • Supports terrestrial-based WAAS for highly accurate positioning
  • Electronic Compass function assists while hiking or camping