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.
Image Sensor
6.3 megapixel CCD sensor
Sensitivity
ISO: 200 - 3200
Lens Compatibility
Pentax KAF2, KAF, KA mount lenses
Power zoom not available
K mount lenses available with (function limited)
S mount lenses available with adapter (function limited)
67/645 lenses available with adapter (function limited)
Digital conversion: 1.5x
Shutter Speeds
30 seconds to 1/4000th of a second
Continuous Shooting / Burst Rate
2.8 fps
Flash
Built-in P-TTL electronic pop-up flash
Guide number 15.6 (ISO 200/m)
Angle of coverage 18 mm (27 mm as 35 mm equiv.)
External Flash sync 1/180 sec
Electronic pop-up
Modes: Auto, Flash on, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Flash on & Red-eye reduction
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent W, Fluorescent N, Fluorescent D, Tungsten, Flash, Manual
LCD
2.5 inch, 210,000 pixel TFT color display
File Types
RAW
JPEG
Storage Media
SD or SDHC card
Power Supply
4 x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended)
2 x CR-V3 Lithium (non-rechargeable)
Optional AC adapter
Connectivity
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Video out
DC-IN
Remote terminal
Software
Pentax CD-ROM
Operating System Requirements
Windows: 98, 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, VISTA
Mac: OS 9.0, 9.2, 10.0, 10.1, 10.2
Dimensions (W x H x D)
129 x 93 x 70 mm
5.1 x 3.7 x 2.8 inches
Weight
565 g (1.2 lb)
Other Features
The K100D features a large, high-performance 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD as its image sensor, assuring the faithful reproduction of the desired photographic intention in the resulting images - from images with beautiful out-of-focus backgrounds to those with edge-to-edge sharpness. By combining 6.1 effective megapixels with a high-performance imaging engine and advanced image-processing technologies, the K100D is designed to produce beautiful, true-to-life images that are rich in gradation. What's more, it offers a choice of two finishing touches of "Natural" or "Bright" to create a distinctive atmosphere.
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Brand Name
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Pentax |
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Flash System
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Pentax P-TTL, Pentax TTL (Film Cameras) |
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Focus Type
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Autofocus (camera motor), Autofocus (lens motor) |
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Lens Mount
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Pentax K (SMC, SMC-M), Pentax KA (SMC-A), Pentax KA2 (MZ-M, ZX-M), Pentax KAF SMC-F, Pentax KAF SMC-FAJ, Pentax KAF2 (SMC-FA), Pentax KAF2 (SMC-DA, SMC-DFA), Pentax KF (SMC-AF, ME F) |
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Memory Card Type
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SD |
