Pentax *ist DS Cameras Plus Information
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. The *ist DS hosts an array of advanced, user-friendly features including a high-magnification viewfinder, a 2.0 inch color LCD monitor, a generous LCD data panel, and an innovative Auto picture mode for automatic selection of the proper exposure program. Offering quick, effortless operation and easy portability, the *ist DS is the ideal digital SLR for all levels of photographers, including first-timer digital SLR users and families.s.

• Pentax *ist DS Customer Reviews

Pentax *ist DS Professional Reviews

• steves-digicams Reviewed the Pentax *ist DS and gave out”retaining the excellent image quality and nearly all the features of the *ist D while improving on its shooting performance; users of Pentax film SLR’s now have a more compelling reason to make the switch to digital. The *ist DS is a worthy competitor in the amateur dSLR class, and also competes favorably with high-end prosumer digicams, having the shooting performance and high-ISO image quality of a dSLR, while providing automatic scene modes that allow the photographer some control of the exposures. Pentax has produced an excellent consumer dSLR, and should sell a lot of them. “

• photographyblog Reviewed the Pentax *ist DS and gave out”The Pentax *ist DS is a very good entry-level digital SLR that manages to achieve the difficult task of being easy to use without sacrificing functionality. The *ist DS will more than satisfy all those people who are keen to upgrade from a film-based Pentax system. You should also seriously consider this camera if you don’t have any vested interest in the likes of Canon or Nikon. The Pentax *ist DS offers a wealth of features, great ease of use, speedy operation and good image quality at a price point that would have been difficult to believe only a couple of years ago. The Pentax *ist DS is also an attractive proposition for anyone who is currently looking at a high-end prosumer compact digicam, and may tempt even more people to join the DSLR revolution….”

Main Features:

• * 6.1 MegaPixel CCD housed in one of the world’s smallest, lightest digital SLR camera bodies
• * High-rigidity stainless-steel chassis
• * Compatible with 35mm-format lenses and accessories
• * Fast, high-precision 11-point autofocus (9 cross-type sensors) with SAFOX VIII
• * SD memory card compatible

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