Sunday, June 18. 2006
PENTAX K100D with Shake Reduction (SR)
Once again, we see that megapixel race is over - this model has 6.1 MP in its 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD.
In one of future articles I will write about megapixels and size of prints, but lets just say that for the amateur and enthusiastic photographers 6MP is just fine.
K100D has some other features, which are definitelly more usefull than some extra 2Mp.
Pentax has developed its own share reduction system - it oscillates the CCD in vertical in horizontal directions with magnetic forces. It uses special motion sensor to detect speed and direction of the motion. This makes SR usable with all types of lenses that are compatible with Pentax mount.
When mentioning lenses compatible with Pentax mount - it is well known that Pentax is the only system that allows easy use of old screw-mount lenses (with adapters). Canon also can use those lenses, but the focus confirmation is lost. With Nikon - the metering is lost. Pentax has all features preserved and with SR - now you can have a very cheap MF lens which will be very usable.
Another interesting thing is that K100D uses all ISO speeds in AUTO modes - up to 3200. Other manufacturers usually limit the value in auto modes to 400, or 800 ISO. Used with SR and ISO 1600 (for example) - this might be a good choice for people who want to shoot in situations where shutter speed is cruical.
Of course, advanced users will not use auto modes, anyway.
K100D has 11 point focus system, new auto picture mode, 2.8 fps, max shutter speed of 1/4000 ...
Pentax models are known as the ones having bright viewfinders, this one might be not so bright, but it should be better than its rivals.
There is also Pentax K110D with same specifications but without SR.
 | (Electronics) Manufacturer:Pentax Released:10 August, 2006 |
Here are specifications in short taken from Pentax press release:
PENTAX-original Shake Reduction mechanism for sharp, blur-free images
11-point wide-frame AF to capture off-center subjects in crisp focus
Auto sensitivity control up to 3200 standard output sensitivity
Auto Picture Mode for effortless point-and-shoot SLR photography
Large LCD monitor to facilitate image viewing and menu setting
True-to-life, rich-gradation images assured by 6.1 effective megapixels
Super-compact, ultra-lightweight body, with outstanding rigidity
Bright, clear viewfinder (penta-mirror with Natural-Bright-Matte II focusing screen)
Top shutter speed of 1/4000 second
Continuous shooting at approximately 2.8 images per second
19 custom functions to personalize camera operations
SD memory card compatibility
Eight distinctive Scene modes to accommodate specific subjects/applications
Choice of two preview functions (digital/optical)
Storage of recorded images in day-by-day files on an SD memory card
Choice of 16-segment multi-pattern metering, center-weighted metering and spot metering to accommodate various photographic applications
Noise reduction mechanism to reduce digital noise during extended exposures
Dual power source (two CR-V3 lithium batteries, or four AA-size batteries)
USB 2.0 (HI-SPEED) compatibility for speedy data transfer to PC
Choice of image format between JPEG (Best, Better or Good) and RAW
Five digital filters (Black-and-white, Sepia, Slim, Soft and Brightness) for easy editing of recorded images
PictBridge compatibility
 | (Electronics) Manufacturer:Pentax Released: |
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