The PENTAX K200D, perfect for developing digital SLR users, offers an easy-to-use interface and incorporates award winning PENTAX imaging technology. With 10.2 megapixels, this DSLR features many of the advancements that are incorporated in the PENTAX K20D, including a 2.7 inch LCD monitor, Custom Image functions for perfect control over how images are developed, and the Expanded Dynamic Range function.
Compatible with any PENTAX lens ever produced and featuring Shake Reduction*, the PENTAX K200D offers a high quality image sensor with the sophisticated PRIME (PENTAX Real Image Engine), a user-friendly Dust Removal system including the new Dust Alert feature, 11-point SAFOX VIII auto focus system, sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering and auto sensitivity control up to ISO 1600, all in a weather and dust resistant body.
*Click here to learn about Pentax's Shake Reduction Technology. Camera Features:
Shake Reduction feature incorporating a 10.2 megapixel CCD is compatible with ANY PENTAX lens ever produced, including SDM lenses, minimizes the effect of camera shake Auto Picture and Scene modes offer shooting ease, while advanced modes, such as the Sv mode, allow photographers to grow with the camera 2.7 inch high resolution, wide view LCD panel allows easy review of pictures, while including enlarged menu lettering Weather and dust resistant body allows you to keep shooting even in harsh conditions Includes long life Energizer AA Lithium batteries for the perfect combination of long life and easy to find replacements Advanced 16-segment metering and 11-point AF, with 9 cross sensors, ensure perfectly exposed and focused images PRIME image processing engine maximizes image properties and allows custom adjustment of image parameters Custom Image modes, with six preset options, offer superior control of how the PRIME processor develops images Dust Reduction and Dust Alert features eliminate the need of time consuming retouching Enhanced Dynamic Range mode gives 200% more dynamic range Camera Specifications:
SENSOR
Type: Interline interlace CCD with primary color filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system Size: 23.5 x 15.7mm Color depth: 8 bits/channel JPG, 12 bits/channel RAW Effective pixels: 10.2 MP Total pixels: 10.75 MP Recorded resolutions: 3872x2592 (10M), 3008x2000 (6M), 1824x1216 (2M) Dust removal: Image sensor movement combined with SP coating LENS MOUNT
Type/construction: Pentax KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount Usable lenses: Pentax KAF2, KAF, and KA (K mount, 35mm screwmount, 645/67 med format useable w/ adapter and/or restrictions) SDM function: YES Power zoom function: n/a FOCUS SYSTEM
Type: TTL phase-matching 11 point wide autofocus system (SAFOX VIII) Focus modes: AF Single (w/ focus lock), Manual, AF Continuous available in Action mode (including Auto Pict Action), Kids mode, Pet mode, P/A/S/M/B/Sv Focus point adjustment: Auto, User-Selectable, Center AF assist: YES, via built-in flash VIEWFINDER
Type: Penta-Mirror Coverage (field of view): 96% Magnification: 0.85x (w/ 50mm f/1.4 at infinity) Standard focusing screen: Natural-Bright-Matte II Diopter adjustment: -2.5 to 1.5 Depth of field preview: Optical diaphragm stop down, Digital LCD MONITOR
Type: 2.7" TFT color LCD monitor, adjustable brightness Resolution: Approx 230,000 dots Wide angle viewable: YES, approx 160? horizontal/vertical BUILT-IN FLASH
Type: Retractable P-TTL popup flash Guide number: 13 (100/m) Coverage: 28mm wide angle (equivalent to 35mm)Flash exposure compensation: -2 to 1 EV in 1/2 steps EXTERNAL FLASH
Type: Hot Shoe (P-TTL, high speed sync available), Wireless with PENTAX dedicated flash Synchronization speed: 1/180s STORAGE MEDIA
Internal memory: n/a Removable memory: SD, SDHC INTERFACES
Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, video out, DC input, cable switch Video out: NTSC, PAL Printer interfaces: PictBridge POWER SUPPLY
Power source: 4* AA (lithium, alkaline, NiMH rechargeable) Recordable images: Approx 1100 w/ lithium (approx 550 w/ 50% flash use) Playback time: Approx 700 min AC adapter available: YES (optional) PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Body dimensions (W x H x D): 5.2 x 3.7 x 2.9" Body weight - Without battery or removable memory: 22.2 oz. Loaded and ready: 24.3 oz w/ lithium batteries (25.6 oz w/ alkaline batteries) Construction material(s): Reinforced plastic polymer shell around a rugged stainless steel chassis Operating temperature: 32-104?F LANGUAGE SUPPORT
English, French, German, Spanish, Swedish, Dutch, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Danish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Japanese, Korean, Traditional/Simplified Chinese IMAGE STABILIZATION
Type: Body-based, sensor shift Shake Reduction (4 stops maximum) METERING SYSTEM
Type: TTL open aperture, 16 segment metering Sensitivity range: EV 0-21 (ISO 100, 50mm f/1.4) Multi-segment: YES, 16 segments Center weighted: YES Spot: YES Exposure compensation: +/- 2 EV (1/2 or 1/3 steps) Exposure lock: YES Exposure bracketing: YES, 3 frames, up to +/- 1.5 (1/2 steps) or +/- 1.0 (1/3 steps) ISO SENSITIVITY
Auto: 100-1600 ISO (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps) Manual: 100-1600 ISO (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps) WHITE BALANCE*
Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent (W, D, N), Flash, Color Temperature Manual mode(s): YES * WB fine adjustment available SHUTTER
Type: Electronically controlled, vertical run, focal plane shutter Shutter speed: 1/4000 to 30 sec, bulb available CAPTURE MODES
Mode selection: Auto Picture, Picture (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night Scene Portrait, Standard Flash-Off), Scene (Night Scene, Surf & Snow, Food, Sunset, Kids, Pet, Candlelight, Museum), Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb Green simplified mode available: n/a P/A/S/M/B: P, A, S, M, B (extended modes include Sv) Data record: Folder Name (standard, date) DRIVE MODES
Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s), Auto Bracket Continuous FPS:
- 2.8 FPS (4 JPG and Continuous Hi, 4 RAW)
- 1.1 FPS (unlimited JPG and Continuous Lo, 4 RAW) Self-timer: YES (12s, 2s) Remote control: YES, infrared (0s, 3s) and cable switch supported PLAYBACK MODES
Mode selection: One shot, two shots, index (4, 9, or 16 thumbnails), magnification, image rotation, folder view, slideshow, histogram, bright/dark indicators, Raw to JPG Magnification: Up to 16x, scrollable Digital filters (playback): B&W, Sepia, Color (18), Soft (3), Illustration, HDR (3), Slim (+/- 8), Brightness (+/- 8) FILE FORMATS
Still: RAW PEF/DNG, JPG (EXIF 2.21), DCF 2.0 (design rule for camera file system), DPOF, Print Image MAtching III CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
Functions available: 23 18-55mm Lens Features:
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.
Lens Specifications:
Mount: PENTAX Kaf Lens Construction: 12 elements in 9 groups Angle Of View: 76-29 Diaphragm: Fully automatic Blades: 6 Min Aperture: F22 at 18mm, F38 at 55mm Metering: TTL open-aperture metering Min Focus Distance: 9.84 inches (0.25m) Max Magnification: 52mm Size Max Diameter Length: 2.7 inches Weight: 7.9 oz. Lens Hood: PH-RBA 52mm (included)
