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Technical Details for Pentax K20D


Technical Details for Pentax K20D Digital Camera
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Pentax K20D 
Description: Model ID 1938500 / Pentax K20D - Digital camera - SLR - 14.6 Mpix - PENTAX-DA 18-55mm II lens - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC / The Pentax K20D digital SLR offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of exciting Pentax innovations. The CMOS image sensor ... more
Pentax K20D ... brings out optimum performance of Pentax interchangeable lenses. Featuring 14.6 effective megapixels (highest in its class) and noise-reduction technology, the sensor assures superb image quality. This SLR will make you feel in control with its Live View function that allows the photographer to see the image on the camera's back panel LCD monitor while shooting. Customizable features ideal for shooters who demand complete control include the Expanded Dynamic Range function that allows users to gain more contrast / detail in bright settings and a Custom Image function to select / adjust finishing touches to an image. An improved Dust Reduction system features prevention, removal and alerting devices. Combine these innovations with the renowned Pentax-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system, Pentax Real IMage Engine (PRIME) and incorporate them in a dependable dust-proof, weather-resistant body - you've now got a superb camera that allow photographers to shoot anytime, anywhere, even in dusty or rainy environments.

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Technical Details for Pentax K20D

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General
Product TypeDigital camera - SLR with Live View mode
Width14.2 cm
Depth7 cm
Height10.1 cm
Weight0.72 kg
Body MaterialStainless steel, polycarbonate
Main Features
Resolution14.6 Megapixel
Colour SupportColour
Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
Total Pixels15,070,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution14,600,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size15.6 x 23.4mm
Sensor Dust ReductionBuilt-in
Sensor FeaturesDust Reduction (image sensor vibration), Special Protect (SP) coating
Light SensitivityISO 6400, ISO auto, ISO 100-3200
Special EffectsSoft, Black & White, Sepia, Slim, Colour, illustration, HDR, Colour Extract
Image StabiliserOptical (image sensor shift mechanism)
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed30 sec
X-sync Speed1/180 sec
Exposure MeteringMulti-segment, centre-weighted, spot
Exposure ModesBulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, ISO priority, shutter & aperture priority
Exposure RangeEV 0-21 ( ISO 100 )
Exposure Compensation±3 EV in 1/2 EV steps or ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
Auto Exposure Bracketing5 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV 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)
Still Image FormatJPEG, RAW + JPEG, DNG (RAW), PEF (RAW)
Continuous Shooting Speed3 frames per second, 2.3 frames per second, 21 frames per second (1.6Mpix)
Remote ControlOptional
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemoryMultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
Image StorageRAW 4672 x 3104 : 40 - with 1GB card
Super-fine JPEG 4672 x 3104 : 68 - with 1GB card
Fine JPEG 4672 x 3104 : 117 - with 1GB card
Normal JPEG 4672 x 3104 : 212 - with 1GB card
Economy JPEG 4672 x 3104 : 411 - with 1GB card
Super-fine JPEG 3872 x 2592 : 101 - with 1GB card
Fine JPEG 3872 x 2592 : 168 - with 1GB card
Normal JPEG 3872 x 2592 : 296 - with 1GB card
Economy JPEG 3872 x 2592 : 616 - with 1GB card
Super-fine JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 176 - with 1GB card
Fine JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 285 - with 1GB card
Normal JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 491 - with 1GB card
Economy JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 915 - with 1GB card
Super-fine JPEG 1824 x 1216 : 461 - with 1GB card
Fine JPEG 1824 x 1216 : 737 - with 1GB card
Normal JPEG 1824 x 1216 : 1233 - with 1GB card
Economy JPEG 1824 x 1216 : 2238 - with 1GB card
Camera Flash
Camera FlashPop-up flash
Guide Number (m / ISO 100)13
Flash ModesFill-in mode, FP flash (high-speed synchro), slow synchro, flash OFF mode, red-eye reduction, P-TTL
Red Eye ReductionBuilt-in
FeaturesAF illuminator, flash +/- compensation
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - f/3.5-5.6 II DA Pentax KAF
Focal Length18 mm - 55 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera28 - 85mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL phase detection
Auto Focus Points (Zones)11
Min Focus Range25 cm
Lens ApertureF/3.5-5.6
Optical Zoom3 x
Zoom AdjustmentManual
Lens Construction8 group(s) / 11 element(s)
Filter Size52 mm
Lens System MountingPentax KAF2
Additional Features
Self TimerBuilt-in
Self Timer Delay2sec, 12sec
Flash TerminalHot shoe, PC terminal
Additional FeaturesDirect print, USB 2.0 compatibility, RGB primary colour filter, digital noise reduction, DPOF support, display brightness control, depth-of-field preview button, sharpness control, digital image rotation, PRINT Image Matching, dust resistant, PictBridge support, histogram display, AE lock, weatherproof, AF lock, saturation control, LCD live view mode, shadow point display, interval shooting mode, highlight point display, brightness control, contrast control, in-camera RAW processing, Dust Alert
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeOptical - fixed eye-level pentaprism
Field Coverage95%
Magnification0.95x
Dioptric Correction Range-2.5 to +1.5
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour
Display Form FactorBuilt-in
Display Format230,000 pixels
Connections
Connector Type1 x USB
1 x composite video output
1 x DC power input
Expansion Slot(s)1 x SD Memory Card
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, Apple MacOS X 10.2 or later, MS Windows Vista
Peripheral DevicesUSB port
Miscellaneous
Certified for Windows VistaCertified for Windows Vista software and devices have undergone compatibility tests for ease-of-use, better performance and enhanced security.
Included AccessoriesEyepiece cover, dust cap, body cap, lens cap, shoulder strap, eyecup
Cables IncludedVideo cable
USB cable
Power
Power DeviceBattery charger - external
Battery
Supported BatteryPentax D-Li50
Supported Battery Details1 x Pentax D-Li50 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature0 °C
Max Operating Temperature40 °C
 
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