Pentax K10D 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Shake Reduction (Body Only) Pentax K10D 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Shake Reduction

The Pentax K10D digital SLR camera features 10.2 effective megapixels and a host of advanced technologies, including a Pentax-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system and a weather-resistant body. Designed to deliver high-quality digital images and responsive operation for advanced photo enthusiasts, the K10D boasts an array of Pentax innovations in image capture and camera functionality.

The most significant features in the K10D include: - A Pentax-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system that effectively offers a 2.5 to 4 stop advantage for sharp, blur-free images, even under difficult shooting conditions, such as macro and telephoto photography or low light settings without a flash. - A newly-developed Pentax Real Image Engine (PRIME) designed exclusively for Pentax digital SLR cameras to produce well-balanced, true-to-life images. To handle the 10-megapixel data, Pentax also incorporated a new high-performance 22-bit A/D converter to quickly transfer images with accurate color tones and richer gradation from the CCD to the imaging engine. - A new Dust Removal (DR) system incorporating Pentax-original Special Protect (SP) coating to help keep the CCD surface dust-free, and a shift mechanism to shake dust off the CCD. - A dependable dust-proof, weather-resistant body construction featuring 72 seals throughout the camera to allow photographers to continue shooting even in dusty or rainy environments.

The K10D features a large, high-performance 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD with 10.2 effective megapixels as its image sensor, assuring the reproduction of true-to-life, rich-gradation images. The exclusive, Pentax-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system effectively reduces camera shake for sharp, blur-free images even under demanding shooting conditions.

The K10D incorporates a high-performance A/D converter that faithfully converts the analog data collected by the CCD into digital data, offering a digital-conversion capacity 1,024 times greater than conventional 12-bit, 4,096-gradation A/D converters. The new PRIME imaging engine, designed exclusively for Pentax digital SLR cameras, produces well-balanced, true-to-life images through efficient control of CCD signals, saturation, brightness, white balance, sharpness, and contrast.

The K10D's Dust Removal (DR) system prevents dust from sticking to the CCD surface, with the Pentax-original Special Protect (SP) coating and a high-speed CCD shifting mechanism. The camera's reliable dust-proof, weather-resistant construction, with special seals applied to 72 different parts, allows for use in rain or dusty environments.

The K10D offers a range of original exposure modes, including Hyper Program, Hyper Manual, Sensitivity-Priority, and Shutter and Aperture-Priority, for faithful reproduction of the photographer's creative intentions. Other features include a bright, clear viewfinder, auto sensitivity control up to ISO 1600, continuous shooting at approximately three images per second, a reliable shutter unit, an 11-point wide-frame AF system, and an extra-large, wide-view LCD monitor.

The K10D is compatible with supersonic motor-driven autofocus lenses and offers additional features like custom functions, extended bracketing, and built-in digital filters. With its powerful rechargeable batteries and versatile functionality, the K10D delivers high-quality images and responsive performance for advanced photo enthusiasts.

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