Pentax *ist DS2 Digital Camera Accessories
Now it is time to introduce you to the many resources available to you, for maintaining good care of your Pentax *ist DS2 body digital camera. The Pentax *ist DS2 camera is an exquisite piece of engineering and mastery, coming together to take the ultimate high-resolution image/picture. As you will read in the following Pentax *ist DS2 review, this camera was developed with a broad user base in mind, delivering high quality and reliable images for the professional, and quick and easy to use handling for the novice. The Pentax *ist DS2 digital camera is definitely a camera for the people. Pentax *ist DS2 Digital Camera
| Performance Timing |
Continuous Mode Rate (fps) |
2.8 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
4 x AA or 2 x CR-V3 |
| Usable Battery Types |
Alkaline or Lithium disposable, NiMH rechargeable |
| Batteries Included |
4 x AA alkaline disposable |
| Battery Charger Included |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SD/MMC |
| Uncompressed Format |
CCD RAW |
| CCD Raw Format |
Yes |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG (EXIF 2.21) |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
Yes |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows, Mac OS |
| Lens |
Digital Zoom |
No |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
11-point phase detection (SAFOX VIII) |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
4 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Flash-On, Flash-Off, Auto + Red-Eye Reduction, Flash-On + Red-Eye Reduction |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
15.6 |
| Flash Range Description |
15.6m (ISO 200) |
| Ext Flash |
Yes |
| Ext Flash Connection |
Hot Shoe |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Fixed eye-level pentaprism |
| Optical VF Accuracy |
95% |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
2.5 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
210000 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
12.00 |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
3008x2008, 2400x1600, 1536x1024 |
| Aspect Ratio |
3:2 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
6.31 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1.12" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
1.50 |
| Movie Audio |
No |
| Quality Levels |
4 |
| General |
Model Number |
DS2 |
| Camera Format |
SLR |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$799.99 |
| Price Update Date |
2006-06-18 |
| Date Available |
2005-09-30 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Remote Control F |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Operating System |
Windows, Mac OS |
| Weight |
470 g
16.4 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
125 x 93 x 67 mm
4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 in |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| ISO Rating Max |
3200 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
9 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy,Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light, Flash, Manual |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
30 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/4000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
16-segment Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
2 or 12 |
Pentax *ist DS2 Review
Pentax *ist DS2 Accessories are part of what make this such a wonderful purchase. As with any camera found on the market these days, the Pentax *ist DS2 manual which accompanies the Pentax *ist DS2 digital camera takes you through the steps of taking the basic photo, and how to download or access you images you have captured. Your Pentax *ist DS2 digital SLR camera will take perfect pictures and make them easy to access from any PC or Pentax *ist DS2 cradle designed for recharging or accessing your Pentax *ist DS2 digital camera. One of the better features of deciding on this model is the Pentax *ist DS2 rebate available from the manufacturer. This is something you will find with many of the models and Pentax *ist DS2 lenses that immediately fall into the category of Pentax *ist DS2 accessories. Your Pentax *ist DS2 digital SLR camera is already equipped with all that is required for capturing perfect images, however you may find that you require the Pentax *ist DS2 kit to provide you with all the additional tools and supplies required for maintaining the camera and insuring a long Pentax *ist DS2 camera life. Complete with the Pentax *ist DS2 powergrip, you can easily find the camera available at prices below Pentax *ist DS2 camera wholesale - provided you don’t mind exchanging the Pentax *ist DS2 price for a decent service contract designed to extend the life of your Pentax *ist DS2 body. Even though the Pentax *ist DS2 body is built to take daily punishment, use the patented Pentax *ist DS2 leather case to secure your investment and keep the Pentax *ist DS2 power grip in satisfactory condition - regardless of your location/situation.
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