Product Description
Compatible with any Pentax lens ever produced and featuring Shake Reduction the Pentax K100D Digital SLR Camera has a 6.1 megapixel APS-C size CCD and sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering delivering outstanding image reproduction while the bright high-precision Pentax mirror viewfinder features with 0.85x magnification. Incorporating a large 2.5 inch LCD monitor with 210000 pixel resolution and a friendly Mode Dial offering Auto Picture and Picture modes as well as new Scene modes for even simpler photography. The Pentax developed Shake Reduction system in the K100D effectively offers a two-stop advantage for sharp blur-free images even under difficult shooting conditions while using such as lenses as the SMCP-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Autofocus Lens even in low light without a flash. Power Source - Four AA (Lithium Alkaline and rechargeable NiMH) batteries or Two CR-V3 lithium batteries Battery Life - Approximately 730 recordable images or 700 playback minutes with CR-V3 batteries Picture Modes - Auto Picture Scene Standard Portrait Night-scene Portrait Landscape Macro Action Flash Off Program AE Shutter Priority AE Aperture Priority AE Metered Manual Bulb Scene Modes - Night Scene Surf & Snow Text Sunset Kids Pet Candlelight Museum System Requirements - Pentium II Processor (Pentium 4 recommended) Windows 2000 XP 250MB available Hard Drive space or more PowerPC G3 or later (G4 recommended) Mac OS X (10.2 or later) 256MB RAM (512MB or more recommended) 250MB available Hard Drive space or more 1024 x 768 24 Bit color Monitor USB port Shake Reduction mode built-in Dimensions - Height 3.6 x Width 5.1 x Depth 2.8 inches (93 x 130 x 70mm) Weight - 19.8 ounces (560 grams)
Customer Reviews:
Pentax K100D dSLR at a very affordable price.!.......2007-07-27
Bought this Pentax K100D after buying the Canon G7, so far Im delighted with the results... ISO 200-3200 no noise at ISO 1600 however begins to get very noisey around the MAX JPEG ISO 3200, However, at ISO 3200 RAW useable in RAW MODE; but ISO 1600 will cover most situations Ive been in without needing to use RAW ISO 3200 Mode. (Great to have for low light) also the (SR) Shake Reduction, which is actually great (solid image stabilization)... Excellent feature, the main reason why I bought this camera was because of (SR), and very low noise all the way upto ISO 1600 then proccessed in RAW ISO 3200 is still very useable.
The camera Operating System is very well thought out, and can be displayed on the 2.5 inch colour LCD at the rear... (very user friendly, very intuitive), I did not even need to use the Manual, so if you are looking for a Quality camera, with 18-55mm kit lens, to start shooting without needing to read reams of paper, don't worry, this is the camera for you.
I have the K100D set at (auto) for meanwhile, and it does take lovely clean, sharp, and silky smooth pictures. The auto focus is spot on.
For a mere £299 for a high spec dSLR camera, with image stabilization, what a Bargain.! (the price may have rose a bit since I bought, but can still be bought for £299 online if you (google).
Another bonus is that the K100D uses 4xAA Batteries, which mean you can use Alkaline AA, Lithium AA, or Rechargable AA, so you have a choice, beats propriety batteries hands down.
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Highly recommended.......2007-07-05
Excellent quality. Plenty of features. 6MP is easily good enough to produce high quality picutres on home printer at A4. Use RAW format if you have software to process (Adobe photoshop elements)- produces extremely high quality images that are easy to enhance and improve.
Highly recommended.
Great bargain of an SLR.......2007-07-02
I bought the camera thanks to the plummet in price!
I thought about buying nearly a year ago, but at double the price I thought twice and decided to go a bit further and purchased the K10D.
I use my K10D a great deal and wanted a back-up camera for use at work and wanted a unit that was a little lighter to carry around.
As photographic tool, they are quite different. The K10D has an abundance of controls available on the outside, the K100d is more restricted. Build quality, viewfinder, and even shutter-sound are quite distinct and show a difference in price.
As regards the end result though, I have to say I am delighted!!!
If you can use RAW it is a bonus!
The 6MP sensor is probably a better option for most users than 10 MP in the K10D, it works better at higher ISO ratings and so gives more options to use higher speeds.
The SR is a marked difference to the competition of a similar price mark meaning you have stabalisation with ALL lenses.
It works just fine with the entire range of Pentax lenses, and even meters better with "M" and "K" series lenses than its bigger brother.
I have no problem reccomending this camera.
Check out the Nikon D40, which is quieter, maybe nicer to look at, even easier to use, but it lacks the SR, has limited lens compatability and the viewfinder is slightly smaller.
Enjoying photography again..............2007-05-29
I (also) owned a Pentax MZ-50 which I thoroughly enjoyed and it gave me my interest in true photography. Unfortunately when the digital era came along I bought a couple of digital compacts (good ones) but I just lost the true enjoyment of hearing the shutter come down along with poor view finders! So when I saw a reasonably priced Digital Pentax I decided to take the plunge, mainly because of the unbelievable price but also the fantastic reviews the K100D has recieved almost everywhere. I also tried the similarly priced Nikon D40 but just preferred the way the Pentax felt and to me the build quality seemed better. I've had it a week and it's every bit as good as I hoped. It fits my old pentax/sigma lenses and the auto focus works with all of them, THIS IS NOT TRUE OF THE NIKON, only the new lenses can auto focus, the old ones become manual focus only. This is a wonderful camera for the price of a compact, its baffling!! Buy a real camera....Buy this......!
Excellent Value.......2007-05-28
After reading the previous reviews especially the one by Christopher D Neale, I decided to have a look at the Pentax K100D and yes, I got past the '10' thing and bought it! I'm so glad I did! I too have a Pentax (MZ50 35mm film camera) and find the K100D has a similar excellent build quality plus many comparable controls - so I didn't have to read the manual from cover to cover before I got started. My three main reasons for buying it have to be the anti-shake function (a problem I've noticed due to health problems) - any Pentax lens will fit the body and also the fact that it had recently been reduced in price by £100. Presumably there's a new model in the offing - but considering digital SLR's normally start around £400+ it has to be well worth considering. It's got everything I need and more besides - it's truly excellent value!
Customer Reviews:
Best Budget DSLR.......2007-06-12
This is a great starters camera, the range of pentax, sigma and tamron lenses available make this a longer life beginners camera than something like the very cheap, plastic body Canon E400 or Nikon D40, The connection to the lens is metal, and parts of the body are metal, which gives me a (maybe unfounded) faith in the structure.
The shake reduction is built into the body, which is a major plus over the Canon and Nikon versions (which have 'Vibration Reduction' built into some of their lenses - these lenses are much chunkier, and more expensive). The hake reduction system is partly mechanical.
If you were considering a starters DSLR, or wanted a professional level camera, but couldn't quite stretch o the professional prices, this is a nice kit, and has everything you should need to get started.
I would suggest that you get some decent batteries (NiMH), since standard batteries (like those that come with it) last about half an hour with flash.
I have had my camera for a week now, and I absolutely love it. If I outgrow it, I will definitely have my eyes on the Pentax K10D next.
Product Description
This new digital SLR camera combines 6.1 effective megapixels with a host of advanced technologies including a PENTAX-original Shake Reduction (SR) system to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and user-friendly operations to all levels of photographers. Developed as a popular-class digital SLR camera, the K100D packs an array of advanced, user-friendly features including a PENTAX-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system, high-precision autofocus and auto sensitivity control into a compact, well-balanced body to accommodate a wide range of shooting and playback requirements. Its outstanding overall performance makes high-quality digital SLR photography effortless, fun and exciting for all users in all situations from casual travel snapshots and memorable family pictures to highly specialized applications. All together, the K100D is a versatile all-around performer for all levels of photographers from current digital-compact users who want to step up to digital SLR photography, to more experienced, discriminating photographers.
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This is a Brand New Camera Wireless Remote Control. 100% Compatible to 1. Canon WL-DC100, RC-1, Pentax Remote F, E, Nikon ML-L3, Olympus RM-1 RM-2, Minolta RC-3.
Product Description
The PENTAX DA * 50-135mm F2.8 ED (IF) telephoto zoom lens is designed for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras, delivering the highest level of ultimate optical image quality. With aspherical elements, special optical-glass elements and original lens coatings, this lens is superior in terms of contrast, clarity and edge-to-edge sharpness. The 50-135mm features tightly sealed, weather-resistant and dust-resistant construction to enhance durability for use in rain or dusty conditions. A new SDM system has been incorporated for smoother, quieter autofocusing operation using a built-in supersonic motor. It also features the PENTAX-original Quick-Shift Focus System for instant switching to manual-focus operation and PENTAX-original SP (Super Protect) coating to repel dust, water and grease.
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