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Technical Details for Pentax *ist DL


Technical Details for Pentax *ist DL Digital Camera
Pentax *ist DL 
Description: Model ID 1843600 / Pentax *ist DL - Digital camera - SLR - 6.1 Mpix - PENTAX-DA 18-55mm lens - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory: SD / Bigger only where it matters most, Pentax delivers better for a third time in the Pentax ist DL digital SLR. Hosting an array of advanced, ... more
Pentax *ist DL ... user-friendly features including an Auto Picture mode for automatic exposure selection, the ist DL features a generous 2.5 inch color high definition LCD monitor that offers an entirely new playback dimension. Add to this, a 6.1 megapixel CCD, convenient SD media card storage, high speed USB 2.0 data transfer, and a compact high-rigidity stainless-steel chassis design offering simple, accessible operation to delight new and advanced users alike.

This bundle comes with the 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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General
Product TypeDigital camera - SLR
Width12.5 cm
Depth6.7 cm
Height9.3 cm
Weight0.5 kg
Main Features
Resolution6.1 Megapixel
Colour SupportColour
Optical Sensor TypeCCD
Total Pixels6,310,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution6,100,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size15.7 x 23.5mm
Light SensitivityISO 800, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO 1600, ISO 3200, ISO auto
Shooting ProgramsLandscape, portrait mode, action, macro, night scene with portrait
Special EffectsSoft, Black & White, Sepia, Slim
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed30 sec
X-sync Speed1/180 sec
Exposure MeteringMulti-segment, centre-weighted, spot
Exposure ModesProgramme, bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority
Exposure RangeEV 1-21.5 ( ISO 200 )
Exposure Compensation±2 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
Auto Exposure Bracketing3 steps
Exposure Metering Zones16
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsCloudy, tungsten light, Flash, daylight, shade, fluorescent light (cool white), fluorescent light (daylight), fluorescent light (warm white)
LCD Display InformationShutter speed, frame counter, aperture, self-timer mode, drive mode, remote control indicator, white balance indicators, exposure compensation, Metering Mode, focus area, bracketing indicator, battery condition, flash mode
Still Image FormatJPEG, RAW
Continuous Shooting Speed2.8 frames per second
Remote ControlOptional
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemorySD Memory Card
Image StorageRAW 3008 x 2008 : 11 - with 128MB card
Super-fine JPEG 3008 x 2008 : 34 - with 128MB card
Fine JPEG 3008 x 2008 : 70 - with 128MB card
Normal JPEG 3008 x 2008 : 117 - with 128MB card
Super-fine JPEG 2400 x 1600 : 51 - with 128MB card
Fine JPEG 2400 x 1600 : 96 - with 128MB card
Normal JPEG 2400 x 1600 : 161 - with 128MB card
Super-fine JPEG 1536 x 1024 : 106 - with 128MB card
Fine JPEG 1536 x 1024 : 173 - with 128MB card
Normal JPEG 1536 x 1024 : 271 - with 128MB card
Camera Flash
Camera FlashPop-up flash
Guide Number (m / ISO 100)11
Flash ModesFill-in mode, auto mode, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction, P-TTL
Red Eye ReductionBuilt-in
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - f/3.5-5.6 DA Pentax KAF
Focal Length18 mm - 55 mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL phase detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones)3
Min Focus Range25 cm
Max View Angle76 degree(s)
Lens ApertureF/3.5-5.6
Optical Zoom3 x
Zoom AdjustmentManual
Lens Construction9 group(s) / 12 element(s)
Filter Size52 mm
Lens System MountingPentax K
Additional Features
Self TimerBuilt-in
Self Timer Delay2sec, 12sec
Flash TerminalHot shoe
Additional FeaturesDirect print, USB 2.0 compatibility, RGB primary colour filter, auto power save, digital noise reduction, DPOF support, depth-of-field preview button, digital image rotation, PRINT Image Matching, camera orientation detection, PictBridge support, histogram display, AE lock, AF lock
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeOptical - eye-level mirror pentaprism
Field Coverage96%
Magnification0.85x
Dioptric Correction Range-2.5 to +1.5
Viewfinder FramesAutofocus frame
LCD Display InformationShutter speed, exposure compensation, AE lock, AF-in-focus, flash charge completion, aperture, white balance, Exposure Mode
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour
Display Form FactorBuilt-in
Display Format210,000 pixels
Connections
Connector Type1 x USB
1 x composite video output
Expansion Slot(s)1 x SD Memory Card
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Pentax Photo Browser, Pentax Photo Laboratory
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows ME, Apple MacOS 9.0 or later
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM Drive
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesEyepiece cover, carrying strap, lens hood, dust cap, body cap, lens cap
Cables IncludedVideo cable
USB cable
Battery
Supported BatteryAA, CR-V3
Supported Battery Details4 x AA alkaline battery
4 x AA NiMH rechargeable battery
4 x AA lithium battery
2 x CR-V3 lithium battery
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature0 °C
Max Operating Temperature40 °C
 
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