Product DescriptionPortability never looked like this. Weighing in at a mere 20 ounces with batteries, the lightweight, stylish *ist D does not sacrifice quality and performance. A 6.1 megapixel CCD with advanced data processing circuitry for astonishing image clarity and detail. A newly-developed 11 point autofocus with SAFOX Vlll for quick and accurate focus. A bright, high-precision viewfinder with superimposed AF-point display for super-clear views of any subject. And featuring a PENTAX K lens mount for compatibility with most existing PENTAX 35mm format lenses and accessories. All protected by a super-rigid, black stainless-steel chassis. Portable and maneuverable, the *ist D is the ideal go-anywhere traveling companion for advanced amateurs and photography enthusiasts.This bundle includes PENTAX lens. The PENTAX smc P-DA J 16-45mm F4.0 ED/AL is recommended for use with digital cameras. It features a 3X zoom ratio with focal lengths covering ultra-wide angle to normal ranges, incorporates a high-refraction extra low dispersion (ED) glass element to produce a high-resolution, high-contrast image with true-to-life color rendition, and aspherical lens elements to help transmit the light more efficiently through the lens to the film. The smc P-DA J 16-45mm F4.0 ED/AL is well suited for advanced amateurs and professionals.Amazon.com Product Description Pentax's *ist D is the world's smallest and lightest digital SLR (as of April 2003), measuring just 5.0 by 3.7 by 2.3 inches and weighing 18 ounces. It features a clarity of 6.1 effective megapixels, a 16-segment metering system, an 11-point AF sensor, and a continuous shooting rate of 2.7 frames per second. It's also compatible with K, KA, KAF, and KAF2 mount lenses and 645/67 lenses with an adapter. This package includes a Pentax SMCPDA 16-45mm zoom f4.0 ED/AL lens. Optics and Resolution
Employing a high-performance CCD with dimensions of 23.5mm by 15.7mm and embracing Pentax's unique image processing technology, the *ist D offers 6.1-megapixel resolution for the recording of precise, superior-quality images. Included Lens
The Pentax SMCP-DA was designed for Pentax's Kaf mount and features extra-low dispersion (ED) glass for superior sharpness and color correction, a "Quick-Shift" system to move between autofocus and manual, and a lens hood. On this camera, the focal length is converted to 24.5mm-69mm. It uses 67mm filters. Storage and Transfer
The *ist D is compatible with CompactFlash Type I/II memory cards, and is also compatible with MicroDrives. More Features
An optical pentaprism viewfinder was developed especially for the *ist D. This makes viewing easy with an ample 95% field of view and 0.95x magnification. There is also a superimposed display function that assists composition by illuminating the AF points in red. Other features include: - New 16-segment metering system achieves more accurate exposure
- New 11-point AF sensor (SAFOX VIII) for enhanced focusing
- Fast 1/4,000 second shutter speed and high-speed flash sync at 1/150 seconds
- Custom function allows functionality to be tuned to satisfy user preferences
- Noise reduction function activates for long exposures
- 1.8-inch, 118,000-pixel LCD monitor
- Choice of JPEG, TIFF, and RAW recording formats
- Convenient playback functions, such as nine-image and 12x magnification display
Power and Size
The camera is powered by 4 AA batteries; rechargeable NiMH batteries are recommended. It measures 5.0 by 3.7 by 2.3 inches and weighs 18 ounces. The *ist D and the *ist DS Compared
| *ist D | *ist DS | | Effective Pixels | 6.1 Megapixels | 6.1 Megapixels | LCD Monitor
| 1.8-inch TFT Color LCD | 2.0-inch TFT Color LCD | | Power Source | 4 AA, or 2 CR-V3 | 4 AA, or 2 CR-V3 | | Storage Media | Compact Flash (I & II),
MicroDrive
| SD Memory Card | | File Formats | 8-bit (JPEG), 8-bit (TIFF),
12-bit (RAW) | 8 bit (JPEG),
12-bit (RAW)
| | Exposure Modes | Auto w/Hyper Program
Program AE
Shutter-Priority AE
Aperture-Priority AE
Metered Manual
Bulb
| Program AE
Auto Picture
Picture
Shutter-Priority AE
Aperture-Priority AE
Metered Manual
Bulb | | Interface | USB 1.1 | USB 2.0 | | Flash Sync | 1/150 sec | 1/180 sec | | X-Sync Socket | YES | NO | | Continuous Frame Advance | 2.6 fps | 2.8 fps | | Continuous Autofocus | YES | YES (in Action Picture Mode only) | | Mirror Lock | YES | YES | | Wireless Flash Sync | YES | NO | | Optional Vertical Grip | YES | NO | | Stainless-Steel Chassis | YES | YES | | Remote Assistant from PC | YES | NO | | Interchangeable Focusing Screens | YES | YES | | PictBridge Compatibility | NO | YES | | Weight (w/o Batteries) | 19.4 oz | 17.8 oz | |
