Pentax *ist DL2 Camera Review

There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Pentax *ist DL2 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Pentax *ist DL2 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Pentax *ist DL2 manual and always important Pentax *ist DL2 lens which makes the Pentax *ist DL2 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Pentax *ist DL2 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Pentax *ist DL2 kit or bundle, is the Pentax *ist DL2 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Pentax *ist DL2 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.

Pentax *ist DL2 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 DL2 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Pentax *ist DL2 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 DL2 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Pentax *ist DL2 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 DL2 Power Grip

Before you purchase, check to see what Pentax *ist DL2 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Pentax *ist DL2 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Pentax *ist DL2 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Pentax *ist DL2, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Pentax *ist DL2 camera or Pentax *ist DL2 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 DL2 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 DL2 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Pentax *ist DL2 powergrip digital camera.

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