pentax k-5 raw file issues

[robert lamont]

I have just purchased a k-5 after using a k-200 for a couple of years. It seems the RAW files from the K-5 although the same filetype (PER) are not able to be opened with the software i have been using. ( Stepok raw importer) to convert them to TIFF, then editing with the GIMP. It seems you have to use the Pentax included software to convert RAW files to TIFF. I have been in the habit of storing the RAW files off the computer as a way to create duplicates if required. Is anyone else having this problem, or have i overlooked a camera setting, or should i just lash out and buy CS5?

Any ideas/ recommendations appreciated!!!

Top forum too, Lots of information and tips, Thanks for reading...

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[rosserx]

Shoot in RAW/DNG. DNG is non-proprietary.

This link will also be of interest to you. Can GIMP work with DNG-Files | GIMP Plugin Registry

[Niresangwa]

Yep, hit 'menu', go to #3 and change the RAW format to DNG.

[i speak in math]

or update your software to something that supports a camera that came out in 2010

[robert lamont]

Thanks for your information. I will have a play and sort it out.

Thanks again!