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Product Description
The *ist DS is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. Measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing under 18 ounces, the *ist DS also delivers superior image... More
The *ist DS is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. Measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing under 18 ounces, the *ist DS also delivers superior image quality in compact design. Despite the size, the *ist DS offers 6.1 effective megapixels and PENTAX original image processing technology. The camera is designed to be compatible with most PENTAX interchangeable lenses to meet a wide range of applications and visual creativity. Less
SeaLife, the world's leading maker of underwater dive cameras, introduces its most advanced digital camera. Sleek, modern design meets high-tech functionality in SeaLife´s new... More
SeaLife, the world's leading maker of underwater dive cameras, introduces its most advanced digital camera. Sleek, modern design meets high-tech functionality in SeaLife´s new DC800 8-megapixel camera. With 5 new dive-specific color correction modes, the DC800 makes it easier than ever to take sharp, colorful underwater pictures. Set the camera to Sea mode to restore lost colors typical for underwater pictures. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom Without Digital Zoom 5x
Camera Type SLR/Professional Compact
Weight 1.11 lb. 0.29 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2 in. 2.7 in.
Resolution 6.1 Megapixel 8 Megapixel
Optical Zoom - 4x
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 6.1 Megapixel 8 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CCD
Image Resolutions 3008 x 2008 • 2400 x 1600 • 1536 x 1024 640 x 480 • 3264 x 2448 • 2816 x 2112 • 2272 x 1704 • 1600 x 1200
Video   
Video Resolutions - 320 x 240 • 640 x 480 (VGA)
Video Format - AVI
Video Speed - 30 fps
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses Not Interchangeable Lenses
Optical Zoom - 4x
Focus Type Autofocus & Fixed Focus & Manual Autofocus
Focal Length - 4.6 - 18.4 mm
35mm Zoom Lens - 28 - 112 mm
Focus Range - 2 in. to Infinity (w) / 14 in. to Infinity (t)
Exposure Control   
Aperture Range - f2.7/f5.4 (w/t)
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/4000 sec 1/10 - 1/5000 sec
Frames Per Second 2.8 Frames -
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions - Flash Off • Auto Flash • Fill-in Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Manual
Flash Type Built-In & External Built-In & External
ISO Speeds 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 64
Storage   
File Size (High Res.) 11.11 MB (12 images on 128MB card) -
Memory Type SD Card Built-in • SD Card • SDHC Card
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image JPEG • EXIF 2.2
File Size (Low Res.) 0.46 MB (about 278 images on 128MB card) -
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed -
Built-in Memory Size - 29 MB
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 12 Sec. 12 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone - With Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speaker - With Built-in Speaker
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens) Without Viewfinder
LCD Screen Resolution 210,000 pixels -
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0
Power Supply   
Battery Type 4 x AA Batteries • Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life - 200 Images
System Requirements   
Operating System Apple Mac OS 9 • Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional Apple Mac OS 9 • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista
Dimensions   
Weight 1.11 lb. 0.29 lb.
Depth 2.6 in. 1.1 in.
Height 3.6 in. 2.3 in.
Width 4.9 in. 3.6 in.
Warranty   
Warranty - 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
UPC 027075086722 77068411857
Product ID 22822662 87828906
Included Accessories Software Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • Driver • Strap • Pouch • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
Release Date November, 2004 -
Product MPN   
MPN KB89210 SL185
 
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Pentax ist DS
Pentax ist DS Digital Camera
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SeaLife DC800 Pro
SeaLife DC800 Digital Camera
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Product Review Summary

4.7
Based on 14 user reviews
86% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

1

The new standard for DSLRs!

bycraiggb Dec 21, 2004
18 Helpfuls 19 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small size, SD memory, AA batteries, price, PENTAX lenses!
Cons a little underexposed on certain shots
Recommended it? Yes

I have been an amateur photographer for over 30 years and have mostly worked with film for my "good" photography efforts. I have been using digital Point and Shoot cameras for the past several years, but recently decided to replace my 35mm SLR with a "real" camera. Very glad I did.

I... Read full review »

5

Absolute gem of a camera

byandref Mar 1, 2007
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quality, great ergonomics, small size, great picture quality for a consumer camera, lens...
Cons Buffer limited with RAW shooting
Recommended it? Yes

This model in the D-series camera range (D, DS, DS2, DL, DL2) is a truly capable and competent performer. I've had mine for close on 18 months now, so this is not a review based on the first rush of excitement. The very first impression is one of quality, with a solid, well-engineered body that has... Read full review »

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