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Pentax K10D Body Only Light Field Camera
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Pentax K10D Body Only Light Field Camera

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  • Camera Type: SLR/Professional Light Field Camera
  • Weight: 1.56 lb.
  • LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in.
  • Resolution: 10.8 Megapixel
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Pentax K10D Body Only Light Field Camera

The PENTAX K10D offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of innovations in image capture technology and camera functionality. These include a 10.2 megapixel CCD contained within the PENTAX developed Shake Reduction system that offers 2.5 to 4 stops of compensation for shooting in low light or with telephoto lenses. The new PRIME image processing engine is supported by 22-bit A/D conversion for truer color tones with richer gradation, and an improved buffer memory that increases capture speed and allows for in camera image processing. All this is housed within a rugged weather and dust resistant body that incorporates CCD Dust Removal system. The unique PENTAX exposure modes adjust for any shooting situation and the 11-point autofocus system and 16-segment meter will give sharp, perfectly exposed images even in the most difficult lighting conditions.

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A true leader in its price class: K10D sets the bar high

bydaoswald Jun 12, 2007
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 1 Comment
Pros Shake reduction, auto-ISO, selectable program lines, high build quality.
Cons Possible VPN in underexposed shadows at high ISO. See article.
Recommended it? Yes

The K10D is a 10.2MP digital SLR from Pentax. It builds upon the successes of Pentax's *ist- series (*ist-D, DS, DS2, DL, and DL2) plus improved features such as shake reduction previously only found in the K100D. The K10D also takes advantage of Pentax's large assortment of current and past... Read full review »

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Great Camera

byyousapest Jan 12, 2007
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Pros Build Quality Ease of Operation Dust/Weather Seals Shake Reduction for all lenses VG...
Cons Slow Focus in Low Light Supplied Software not the greatest
Recommended it? Yes

This is my first DSLR and I researched and fretted over the decision for some time. Ultimately all of the better cameras can produce excellent results and should be evaluated for your individual preferences. I personally like to take a different path than the masses so the Pentax appealed to me on... Read full review »

5

A great camera for anyone with some experience

bycompwhiz67 Oct 6, 2007
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Weather Seals, 10.2 MP, Excellent image Quality, Can take any Pentax Lens
Cons may be difficult to use without some photography know-how
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased this camera about 7 months ago for 984.00. I have already taken around 15000 images with this camera. It still works just as good as when I got it. Some sample images are available at
http://www.mattskrettingphotography.com
I bought this camera initially because I had 2 pentax... Read full review »

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Product Details and Features

Product MPN

MPN K10D

Key Features

Camera Type SLR/Professional • Light Field Camera
Weight 1.56 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in.
Resolution 10.8 Megapixel

Image Quality

Camera Resolution 10.8 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD
Image Resolutions 3008 x 2000 • 1824 x 1216 • 3872 x 2592

Lens

Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus
Focal Length 18 - 55 mm
35mm Zoom Lens 27 - 83 mm

Exposure Control

Aperture Range f3.5/f5.6 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/4000 sec
Frames Per Second 3 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)

Flash

Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Forced On
Flash Type Built-In & External
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600

Storage

Memory Type SD Card
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image • EXIF 2.2 • DCF • DPOF
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Basic

Included Features

Self Timer 2 Sec. • 12 Sec.

Viewfinder / Display

LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 210,000 pixels

Interfaces

Video Interface Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0

Power Supply

Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

System Requirements

Operating System Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Dimensions

Weight 1.56 lb.
Depth 2.8 in.
Height 4 in.
Width 5.6 in.

Warranty

Warranty 1 Year

Miscellaneous

UPC 0027075123878
Product ID 36715729
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Lithium Battery • Lens Cap • Strap
Release Date November, 2006
Family Line Pentax K
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