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Pentax *ist D Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Pentax *ist D digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Pentax *ist D accessories with your camera. You'll get the Pentax *ist D manual and always important Pentax *ist D lens which makes the Pentax *ist D digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Pentax *ist D accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Pentax *ist D kit or bundle, is the Pentax *ist D leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Pentax *ist D body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Pentax *ist D Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
*ist D |
| Camera Format |
SLR |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$1699.00 |
| Street Price |
$1128.99 |
| Price Update Date |
2006-04-22 |
| Date Available |
2003-10-15 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Optional wireless remote |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Tripod Mount Material |
Metal |
| Operating System |
Windows, MacOS |
| Weight |
550 g
19.2 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
129 x 95 x 60 mm
5.1 x 3.7 x 2.4 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
3008x2008, 2400x1600, 1536x1024, 1152x768, 960x640 |
| Aspect Ratio |
3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
6.31 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1.12 |
| CCD Manufacturer |
Unknown CCD |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
1.52 |
| Movie Audio |
No |
| Quality Levels |
5 |
| Lens |
Digital Zoom |
No |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
TTL phase-matching |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Aperture Range Description |
Varies with lens used |
| Lens Thread Type |
Varies with lens used |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Fixed eye-level pentaprism |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
95% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.8 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
200, 1600, 3200 |
| ISO Rating Max |
3200 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
9 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent, 3 Manual settings |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
1/4000 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
30 |
| Exp Adj Range |
3.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
16-segment multi, center-weighted, spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
2 or 12 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
3 |
| Flash Modes |
On, Off, Red-Eye Reduction |
| Flash Guide Number (Meters) |
16 |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Ext Flash Connection |
Hot shoe (with X-contact for dedicated flash unit) |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1, CompactFlash Type 2 |
| Other Memory Types |
Microdrive |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF, RAW |
| CCD Raw Format |
Yes |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Movie File Format |
None |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder |
No |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Performance Timing |
Buffer Frames, Max Res |
9 |
| Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
2.6 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
4 x AA or 2 x CR-V3 |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline disposable, Lithium or NiMH rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
CR-V3 disposable (type unknown) |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Resolutions of 1536 x 1024, 1152 x 768 and 960 x 640 pixels are all accessible via the camera's "Small" setting, and must be selected via a custom function. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Pentax *ist D review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Pentax *ist D power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Pentax *ist D digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Pentax *ist D even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Pentax *ist D Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Pentax *ist D rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Pentax *ist D accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Pentax *ist D wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Pentax *ist D, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Pentax *ist D camera or Pentax *ist D lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Pentax *ist D camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Pentax *ist D digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Pentax *ist D powergrip digital camera.
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