Pentax ist DS Digital Camera
- Digital Zoom: Without Digital Zoom
- Camera Type: SLR/Professional
- Weight: 1.11 lb.
- LCD Screen Size: 2 in.
- Resolution: 6.1 Megapixel
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Pentax ist DS Digital Camera
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The new standard for DSLRs!
I have been an amateur photographer for over 30 years and have mostly worked with film for my "good" photography efforts. I have been using digital Point and Shoot cameras for the past several years, but recently decided to replace my 35mm SLR with a "real" camera. Very glad I did.
I...
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Absolute gem of a camera
This model in the D-series camera range (D, DS, DS2, DL, DL2) is a truly capable and competent performer. I've had mine for close on 18 months now, so this is not a review based on the first rush of excitement. The very first impression is one of quality, with a solid, well-engineered body that has... Read full review »
Look before you leap
I was looking for my first digital SLR (6th digital camera) and I narrowed it down to the Canon Rebel, Nikon D70, and Pentax *ist DS. The Pentax was very difficult to find because it was so new, but it got great reviews, so I persevered. I am glad that I did. Based on what I was reading on the net... Read full review »
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Product Details and Features
Product MPN |
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| MPN | KB89210 | |
Key Features |
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| Digital Zoom | Without Digital Zoom | |
| Camera Type | SLR/Professional | |
| Weight | 1.11 lb. | |
| LCD Screen Size | 2 in. | |
| Resolution | 6.1 Megapixel | |
Image Quality |
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| Camera Resolution | 6.1 Megapixel | |
| Image Sensor Type | CCD | |
| Image Resolutions | 3008 x 2008 • 2400 x 1600 • 1536 x 1024 | |
Lens |
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| Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lenses | |
| Focus Type | Autofocus & Fixed Focus & Manual | |
Exposure Control |
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| Shutter Speed | 30 - 1/4000 sec | |
| Frames Per Second | 2.8 Frames | |
| White Balance | Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) | |
Flash |
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| Flash Type | Built-In & External | |
| ISO Speeds | 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 | |
Storage |
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| File Size (High Res.) | 11.11 MB (12 images on 128MB card) | |
| Memory Type | SD Card | |
| Compression Type | JPEG • Raw Image | |
| File Size (Low Res.) | 0.46 MB (about 278 images on 128MB card) | |
| Compression Modes | Fine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed | |
Included Features |
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| Self Timer | 2 Sec. • 12 Sec. | |
| Tripod Mount | With Tripod Mount | |
Viewfinder / Display |
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| LCD Protected Position | Without LCD Protected Position | |
| Viewfinder | Optical (Through-the-lens) | |
| LCD Screen Resolution | 210,000 pixels | |
Interfaces |
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| Video Interface | Video Out | |
| Interface Type | USB 2.0 | |
Power Supply |
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| Battery Type | 4 x AA Batteries • Proprietary Lithium | |
System Requirements |
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| Operating System | Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional | |
Dimensions |
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| Weight | 1.11 lb. | |
| Depth | 2.6 in. | |
| Height | 3.6 in. | |
| Width | 4.9 in. | |
Miscellaneous |
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| UPC | 027075086722 | |
| Product ID | 22822662 | |
| Included Accessories | Software | |
| Release Date | November, 2004 | |
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