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Technical Details
- Outstanding image reproduction with a 6.1 megapixel CCD
- A high-rigidity stainless-steel chassis
- Compatibility with 35mm-format lenses and accessories
- Bright, high-precision viewfinder with superimposed AF-point display
- Fast, high-precision 11-point autofocus (nine cross-type sensors) with SAFOX VIII
- Sophisticated 16-segment multipattern metering
- Versatile white balance control
- User-friendly automatic operations
- SD memory card compatibility
- 18 user-programmable custom functions
- High-speed continuous shooting at 2.8 frames per second
- 1/4,000-second high-speed shutter with 1/180-second flash sync
- Versatile multisource power supply (AA-sized batteries, lithium batteries, and AC adapter)
- High-precision 2.0-inch LCD image monitor and multi-data status LCD monitor
- Choice of recording formats: JPEG (Good, Better, Best) or RAW
- Noise-reduction system to minimize digital noise during extended exposures
- Effortless data uploading to a PC using the included USB cable
- Functional playback options, including 12x zoom display and nine-image thumbnail display
- PictBridge compatibility
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The *ist DS defies convention. Weighing less than 18 ounces, this super-light, ultra-compact marvel boasts one of the world's smallest camera bodies yet houses an impressive array of features for astonishing image clarity and performance. A 6.1 megapixel CCD with advanced processing technology for high-definition images rich in gradation and saturation. Interchangeability with a wide selection of existing PENTAX lenses for convenience and versatility. An 11-point autofocus with SAFOX VIII for quick and accurate focus. And a host of user-friendly features including a high-magnification viewfinder, a large two-inch LCD monitor and data panel, and an innovative Auto Picture mode for fast and effortless operation. All packed into an attractive, sturdy casing. The perfect blend of portability and performance, the *ist DS is the ideal traveling companion for beginners and advanced photographers of every level.This product comes with PENTAX smc P-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 lens.The PENTAX smc P-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 is recommended for use with digital cameras. Ideal for beginners, it provides a focal length covering a wide to moderate wide-angle range. Like all PENTAX lenses, the smc P-DA 18-35mm F4-5.6 zoom lens is treated with PENTAX's acclaimed smc coating for maximum light transmission, sharp definition, and high contrast while minimizing flare and ghost imaging.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent camera,
This review is from: Pentax *IST DS - Digital SLR & 18-55mm DA Lens [6.1Mp] (Electronics)
I bought this in preference to the Canon 350D, which is about the same size and weight, so that I could use my old Pentax lenses. I compared the two cameras quite closely and felt that the general build quality was better on the Pentax, and it has a brighter viewfinder too. The Pentax is only 6 Megapixels, yes, but do you really want prints bigger than A3, or the ability to crop images heavily? The advantage of 6 MP is that you get more shots on your SD card, and the data is processed faster too. I've been using the DS for 3 months now and am very happy with it. The 18-55 kit lens is pretty good for the money - better than the 350D equivalent - and the camera controls are simple and neatly set out. If you update the firmware to version 2 (via the Pentax UK website) a few more features are added. The DL is also a nice camera but the viewfinder in the DS is better. Both these models are dropping in price because new versions are on the way, but I don't think there will be a significant difference in their capabilities, apart from a larger LCD monitor. The DS is a great entry-level DSLR, which is actually quite sophisticated when you start to look closely at it, and the backward compatibilty with the lenses is a real plus, since over the years Pentax have produced many superb lenses.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Super Pentax.,
This review is from: Pentax *IST DS - Digital SLR & 18-55mm DA Lens [6.1Mp] (Electronics)
I bought the ist*DS last June (my birthday!)and have since taken several thousand shots. My main reasons for buying the Pentax was that I could use my Pentax lenses from my film SLR and the SD cards from my Kodak DX6490.I take mainly urban and nature pictures and I'm very pleased with the results from the ist*DS. Since buying my first digital in 2000 I've been waiting for a chance to use my Pentax lenses in digital. Digital SLRs are still pretty expensive, but if you're used to the flexabality of SLRs then it's worth the money to be able to control exposure, focal length etc in detail. The ist*DS is light weight, sturdy and a pleasure to hold and take pictures with. The results are as good as I have come to expect in 30 years of using Pentax products. The supplied manual is a 200 page epic (all in English) and covers everything. All in all I would recomend the camera to anyone thinking of making the switch from film to digital SLR.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent 1st time DSLR Camera,
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This review is from: Pentax *IST DS - Digital SLR & 18-55mm DA Lens [6.1Mp] (Electronics)
Have had this for 12 months. Excellent camera. Same sensor as Nikon D70 but the camera is smaller and more compact. Better viewfinder. very easy to use. Excellent results up to A3 printing. More robust than Pentax DL. Can use JPEG or even better RAW images. Can use all your old Pentax film lenses ... or if you dont have them you can buy excellent lenses for next to nothing. Worth buying with kit lens. However as with other kit lenses these are not quite as goood as other lenses
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