Pentax K100D Super 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Shake Reduction (Body Only)
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Manufacturer: PentaxModel: 19156
Product features:
- 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
- 2.5-inch LCD display; bright, clear penta-mirror viewfinder with 96% field of view
- Dust-removal system keeps CCD dust free
- 11-point wide-frame AF; auto sensitivity control up to ISO equivalent of 3200
- Powered by 2 CR-V3 lithium batteries or 4 AA-size batteries (4 alkaline batteries included); stores images on SD memory cards (not included)
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Pentax K100D Super 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Shake Reduction (Body Only)
Customer Review: Positive first experience
Summary: 5 Stars
I got into photography back in the 1980s with a film SLR camera. Since then, I had made do with some basic Kodak point and shoot digital cameras which I was very happy with, but did not offer the flexibility of an SLR. When I finally needed to get a digital SLR for a project, I admittedly didn't know a lot about the choices. I did some on-line research and realized that the Pentax offered the most flexibility. You can use rechargeable AA batteries, an SD card and ANY Pentax SLR lens ever made. That means you have access to one of the most popular lens mounts ever made. In any case, I felt that was worth the tradeoff in less resolution and the reliance on menu-driven features. So far I've been pretty happy with the camera. It seems fairly easy to use for basic photography and if you are willing to learn all of the menu options and practice, you can do all sorts of things with the camera. I don't have experience with comparable cameras from other makers such as Canon or Nikon, but I would say that if you are looking for a relatively affordable and fleixible digital SLR, this is a pretty good choice. The only thing I can see that the camera is missing is a plug for a PC-connection for an external flash, but that's a relatively small thing. The camera does have a nice Pentax-designed shake control, and apparently a unique autofocus design.
Description of Pentax K100D Super 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Shake Reduction (Body Only)
User-friendly DSLR - full-featured, yet affordable! Now PENTAX brings the advanced innovation of higher-end digital SLRs to the affordable K100D Super. Building on PENTAX developed Shake Reduction, PENTAX adds an original Dust Removal system to help keep the CCD surface dust-free and full compatibility with SDM lenses. With the arrival of the K100D Super, PENTAX raises the bar and delivers a full-featured and technologically advanced SLR at a very reasonable price. Auto Sensitivity equivalent to ISO 200 to 3200 Auto Picture Mode and Scene Modes 2.5 inch LCD monitor viewable from a wide angle 16-segment multi-pattern metering Ultra-compact stainless-steel chassis and fiber reinforced polycarbonate housing Penta-mirror viewfinder with 0.85X magnification and 96 percent field of view Top shutter speed of 1/4000, 1/180 second flash sync. and bulb setting 2.8 frames/sec capture rate Built-in Flash - Type - Retractable P-TTL auto-popup flash; Guide number - 15.6 (200/m); Coverage - 28mm (35mm equiv); Flash modes - Auto, Manual, Auto w/ Redeye, Manual w/ Redeye; Flash exposure compensation - +/- 2 EV (in 1/2 steps) / External Flash - Type - P-TTL (high speed sync, wireless P-TTL available w/ Pentax dedicated flash units); Synchronization speed - 1/180s Storage Media - Internal memory - n/a; Removable memory - SD or SDHC Capture Modes - Mode selection - Auto Picture Mode, Picture Mode (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night Scene Portrait, Flash Off), Scene Mode (Night Scene, Surf & Snow, Text, Sunset, Kids, Pet, Candlelight, Museum), Program AE Interfaces - Ports - USB 2.0 hi-speed, video out, DC input, cable switch; Video out - NTSC, PAL; Printer interfaces - PictBridge Power Supply - Power source - CR-V3 (2x), AA (4x lithium, alkaline, NiMH rechargeable); Recordable images - Approx 730 (630 with 50% flash use); Playback time - Approx 700 minutes; AC adapter available - YES,Digital SLRs
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