Technical Details

6.1 effective megapixels

Pentax FA J 18-35mm F4-F5.6 AL zoom lens included

Compatible with K, KA, KAF and KAF2 mount lenses and 645 / 67 lenses with an adapter

Compatible with CompactFlash Type I/II cards and MicroDrives

Powered by 4 AA batteries

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.

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.

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

Product Description

Portability 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-FA J 18-35mm F4.0-5.6 AL is an ideal entry-level zoom lens designed to be used with fully automatic cameras. Its lightweight design makes it easy to handle and maneuver. It features aspherical lens elements to help transmit light more efficiently and Pentax's acclaimed smc multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultraviolet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images