Pentax *ist DS2 Camera Review

There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Pentax *ist DS2 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Pentax *ist DS2 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Pentax *ist DS2 manual and always important Pentax *ist DS2 lens which makes the Pentax *ist DS2 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Pentax *ist DS2 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Pentax *ist DS2 kit or bundle, is the Pentax *ist DS2 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Pentax *ist DS2 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.

Pentax *ist DS2 Digital Camera Specifications

General Model Number DS2
Camera Format SLR
Currently Manufactured No
Retail Price $799.99
Price Update Date 2006-06-18
Date Available 2005-09-30
Remote Control Yes
Remote Control Type Remote Control F
Tripod Mount Yes
Operating System Windows, Mac OS
Weight 470 g
16.4 oz
Weight With Batteries? No
Size 125 x 93 x 67 mm
4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 in
Image Capture Image Resolution 3008x2008, 2400x1600, 1536x1024
Aspect Ratio 3:2
CCD Sensor (Megapixels) 6.31
CCD Size (inches) 1.12"
CCD Filter Type RGBG
Focal Length Multiplier 1.50
Movie Audio No
Quality Levels 4
Lens Digital Zoom No
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus Type 11-point phase detection (SAFOX VIII)
Manual Focus Yes
Display Optical Viewfinder Yes
Optical VF Type Fixed eye-level pentaprism
Optical VF Accuracy 95%
LCD Viewfinder Yes
LCD Size (inches) 2.5
LCD Resolution (pixels) 210000
Max Playback Zoom 12.00
Exposure ISO Settings 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
ISO Rating Max 3200
Number of White Balance Settings 9
White Balance Settings Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy,Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, Flash, Manual
Manual White Balance Yes
Longest Shutter Time 30
Shortest Shutter Time 1/4000
Exp Adj Range 2.0 EV
Exp Adj Step Size 0.33 EV
Metering Modes 16-segment Multi-segment, 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 4
Flash Modes Auto, Flash-On, Flash-Off, Auto + Red-Eye Reduction, Flash-On + Red-Eye Reduction
Flash Range Default ISO (meters) 15.6
Flash Range Description 15.6m (ISO 200)
Ext Flash Yes
Ext Flash Connection Hot Shoe
Image Storage Usable Memory Types SD/MMC
Uncompressed Format CCD RAW
CCD Raw Format Yes
Compressed Format JPEG (EXIF 2.21)
Connectivity Video Out Yes
Video Mode Switchable Yes
Other Connection DC In
OS Compatibility Windows, Mac OS
Performance Timing Continuous Mode Rate (fps) 2.8
Power Battery Form Factor 4 x AA or 2 x CR-V3
Usable Battery Types Alkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable
Batteries Included 4 x AA alkaline disposable
Battery Charger Included No

When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Pentax *ist DS2 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Pentax *ist DS2 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 DS2 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Pentax *ist DS2 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 DS2 Power Grip

Before you purchase, check to see what Pentax *ist DS2 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Pentax *ist DS2 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Pentax *ist DS2 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Pentax *ist DS2, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Pentax *ist DS2 camera or Pentax *ist DS2 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 DS2 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 DS2 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Pentax *ist DS2 powergrip digital camera.

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