DESCRIPTION

The K10D combines 10.2 effective megapixels with an array of new advanced technology to make this camera a true class leader. These include the PENTAX-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system to minimise the adverse effects of camera shake, a newly developed A/D converter designed to convert a large volume of data more accurately and swiftly, and a new high-performance imaging engine designed exclusively for the K10D.

The K10D also comes equipped with a host of features and functions designed to assist the photographer in all aspects of high-quality digital SLR photography. They include a new Dust Removal (DR) system to keep dust off the CCD surface, a PENTAX-original exposure system for accurate reproduction of the photographer's creative intentions, and a dependable dust-proof, water-resistant body construction meaning photographers don't have to stop taking pictures when the rain starts. All combined, the K10D delivers exceptionally high image quality and responds brilliantly to the exacting demands of advanced photographers and keen amateurs alike.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Choice of 16-segment multi-pattern metering, centre-weighted metering and spot metering to accommodate various photographic applications
• High-rigidity stainless-steel chassis
• 32 custom functions to personalise camera operations
• Extended bracket function to capture three images of the same subject at different contrast, saturation, sharpness or white-balance levels
• Compatibility with conventional SD memory cards and newly introduced SDHC memory cards
• Choice of two preview functions (digital/optical)
• Simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG images
• Manual fine adjustment of white balance
• Day-by-day folders to simplify the arrangement and search of recorded images
• Six built-in digital filters (Black-and-white, Sepia, Slim, Soft, Brightness and Colour) for easy editing of recorded images
• Remote shutter release from the front and back sides of the camera using optional remote controller
• PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 RAW data processing software and PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3 browser software, included on the accompanying CD-ROM
• Compatibility with PictBridge, DPOF, Exif Print and PRINT Image Matching III systems

FEATURES

Format SLR

Price (street) US$927

Also known as Release Status Click for help

Max resolution 3872 x 2592 Click for help

Low resolution 3008 x 2000, 1824 x 1216 Click for help

Image ratio w:h 3:2 Click for help

Effective pixels 10.0 million Click for help

Sensor photo detectors 10.8 million Click for help

Sensor size 23.5 x 15.7 mm Click for help

Sensor type CCD Click for help

Colour filter array RGB Click for help

Sensor manufacturer Unknown Click for help

ISO rating Auto (custom), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Click for help

Zoom wide (W) n/a Click for help

Zoom tele (T) n/a Click for help

Digital zoom No Click for help

Image stabilization Yes, Sensor shift Click for help

Auto Focus Yes Click for help

Manual Focus Yes Click for help

Auto focus type TTL 11-area AF Click for help

Normal focus range n/a Click for help

Macro focus range n/a Click for help

White balance override 8 positions, plus manual Click for help

Aperture range n/a Click for help

Min shutter 30 sec + Bulb Click for help

Max shutter 1/4000 sec

Built-in Flash Yes

Flash guide no.

External flash Yes, hot-shoe

Flash modes Auto, On, Off,

Red-eye reduction Click for help

Exposure compensation -3 to +3 EV in 0.5 or 0.3 EV steps Click for help

Metering Multi-segment (16), Center-weighted Average, Spot Click for help

Aperture priority Yes Click for help

Shutter priority Yes Click for help

Focal length multiplier 1.5

Lens thread Pentax KAF2, KAF, KA mount Click for help

Continuous Drive Yes, 3.0 fps, unlimited JPEG, 9 RAW

Movie Clips No

Remote control Yes, IR optional

Self-timer Yes, 2 or 12 sec Click for help

Timelapse recording No

Orientation sensor Yes Click for help

Storage types SD/MMC card Click for help

Storage included None Click for help

Uncompressed format RAW (PEF or DNG) Click for help

Compressed format JPEG (EXIF 2.2) Click for help

Quality Levels Normal, Fine, Superfine Click for help

Viewfinder TTL Click for help LCD 2.5 " Click for help

LCD Pixels 210,000 Click for help

Video out Yes Click for help

USB Yes, 2.0 Click for help

Firewire (IEEE 1394) No Click for help

Battery / Charger No Click for help

Battery Lithium-Ion rechargeable

Weight (inc. batteries) 793 g (28 oz)

Dimensions 142 x 101 x 70 mm (5.6 x 4 x 2.8 in)

Notes Dust and weather resistant seals, Shake

Reduction Resolution

Chart Colour Patches