Pentax K2000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera

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Pentax K2000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Budding photographers seeking a serious transition from a compact, point and shoot digital camera to digital SLR cameras, Pentax K2000 is a good choice. Bundled as a kit, which includes the new PENTAX K2000 body, the SMC Pentax DA L 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 lens and the Pentax AP automatic flash AF200FG. PENTAX Auto Picture mode used and powerful learning functions, such as a help button, K2000 is the smallest, lightest camera bodies in its category. Other features include a 102,000-pixel CCD, 2.7-inch, 230,000-dot high-resolution, wide viewing angle LCD panel, and an ultra-compact design, in favor of a transfer operation. The agency also has Anti-Shake and PENTAX developed to reduce dust. In short, the PENTAX K2000 system is very simple, suitable for beginners in digital SLR cameras. Choose high ISO range up to 3200 to allow a faster shutter speed to reduce the lighting to freeze action, while the majority of ambient light, including long-life lithium batteries AA batteries about - the use of rechargeable AA batteries to provide you with an excellent run to the popular format , the battery can be used all over the world coating Pentax DA L 18 - 55 mm F3.5 - 5.6 AL lens focal length equivalent to 27 millimeters by 82.5 millimeters in 35mm format, including Pentax Auto Flash AF200FG compact design Some guide 20 in the ISO 100 / m (28 to ISO 200 / m) and built-in, flip the expanded focus mode - auto-focus, single AF (W / focus lock), continuous AF (available on the mode of action, including automatic image operations, child, pet, stage lighting, night mode, the management of unit size (wide x deep x high) - 4.8 × 3.6 x 2.7; weight - 20.8 ounces loaded

Product Features
10.2-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-sized prints
Includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 DA L lens and AF200FG flash
2.7-inch wide-view LCD panel; Shake Reduction Technology
Dedicated, reprogrammable Help button displays information on LCD
Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details
Brand Name: Pentax
Model: K2000 w/ AF200FG Flash & 18-55mm Lens
Optical Sensor Resolution: 10.2 MP
Optical Sensor Technology: CCD
Optical zoom: 3 x
maximum_aperture_range: f/3.5-5.6
Minimum focal length: 18 millimeters
Maximum focal length: 55 millimeters
Lens Type: Zoom lens
optical_sensor_size: 23.5 x 15.7 mm
Included Flash Type: Built-in flash
Display Size: 2.7 inches
light_sensitivity: SO 100-3200, ISO auto (100-3200)
Shooting Modes: Auto Picture, Portrait, Night Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Picture Portrait, Night Scene Portrait, Standard Flash Off
Exposure Control Type: Bulb, automatic, manual, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, ISO priority, shutter+aperture priorit
Viewfinder Type: Optical - Eye-level mirror pentaprism
Width: 4.8 inches
Depth: 2.7 inches
Height: 3.6 inches
Weight: 18.5 Ounces

Pentax K2000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera user reviews

"I just bought this camera and am very impressed with the build quality and the features--it is easy to use but has tons of customizable options. It feels much more solid than the Canon XSI. I can't wait to take it with me on my upcoming trip. "

--- B. Simon rated: 5

"I have had nothing but good luck with this camera so far... there's a bit of a learning curve to it but that's the way of all cameras. Pentax has great optics, great features and it's affordable.... for the serious budding photographer who wants more out of their work, this camera is ideal "

--- Caomhain rated: 5

"i bought this a couple of month's ago when amazon had it deeply discounted for the gold box special. while i bought it as a replacement for my nikon d50, i found that my d50 (even with only 6 megapixels) performed much better and had much better low light capabilities - which was odd given the fact that the k2000 had shake reduction. the auto setting on the k2000 was pretty much useless indoors, and the camera often defaulted to "night portrait," meaning any movement caused blur. this is a definite problem if you want to take pictures of your children or pets, for example. i did like the very small size, the non-proprietary batteries, and the dust remover, but i decided to stick with my d50 until a better entry-level camera comes around. "

--- Riley rated: 3

"Moving up from a point and shoot Olympus, I was a little intimidated at first....but I quickly discovered that the K2000 is an easy to learn, easy to use DSLR that takes great pictures. Also straightforward menus, incredible battery life on AA's, and more features than most will ever need. Compared to the Nikon D40 and Canon Rebel XS, the K2000 feels much more substantial. Yes, it's heavier, but not by a lot. Very compact and great ergonomics in the hand. And a solid value. Looking forward to developing my skills as a hobby photographer in the years ahead. Highly recommended! "

--- cascade hiker rated: 5

"I own a Pentax K100D which was my first DSLR. Enjoyed for 2 years shooting sports photos (runners) and landscapes. Main issues were somewhat slow focus and having to clean sensor (30 minutes and test photos) with almost every lens change.
The new 2008 cameras almost all have built in sensor cleaners which are worth their weight in gold. I wanted faster autofocus and the "cleaner" so I looked at many reviews for all entry or middle level SLR brands. It came down to the Canon XSI, Sony A300 and the Pentax K2000. The Pentax 200D and 20D used existing autofocus and reviews all said they were slow.
With built in image stabilization, the flash included, and the 5 point auto focus (faster than the 11 point K100D) I decided on the Pentax. The Canon and Sony have live view, but if you haven't used it for awhile you won't miss it. I had also invested in a couple of lenses (Pentax 18-250) and a lesser priced Quantaray 70-300 zoom for the K100D, so I didn't need to spend any additional dollars.
Waiting for the spring track season and the faster continuous shooting speed, but I'm happy with everything I've taken so far. Slightly smaller than the K100 body, but sturdy and controls well placed. Help button is new and works very well, especially for the new SLR user.
I'm used to AA's for power and always keep an extra set charged. "

--- Brent D rated: 4

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