- Pentax K200D
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Pentax K200D[1] 
Type Digital single-lens reflex camera Sensor CCD image sensor with a primary color filter Maximum resolution 10.2 megapixels Lens Interchangeable Pentax "crippled" KAF2 mount compatible with Pentax auto-aperture lenses; older lenses supported in stop-down metering mode. Shutter speed range 1/4000 sec – 30 sec, Bulb Exposure metering TTL open-aperture metering with choice of: 16-segment, Center-weighted & Spot meter Exposure modes Program, Shutter-Speed Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual, Bulb, Auto, Picture modes (Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night scene portrait, Standard flash-off) ASA/ISO range ISO Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Rear LCD monitor 2.7", 230,000 pixels Storage SD, SDHC Battery AA (×4), Optional AC adapter Weight 630 g (22.2 oz) without battery Made in Philippines The Pentax K200D is a 10.2 megapixel digital single-lens reflex camera, announced on January 24, 2008 along with the higher-end K20D.[2] It was discontinued in December 2008, giving it the distinction of being one of the shortest-lived DSLR cameras.[3]
The K200D is the successor to the well-reviewed K100D, K110D, and K100D Super 6-megapixel DSLRs from Pentax. The K200D adopts several of the features of the more advanced K10D, namely its 10.2 megapixel CCD sensor and weather-sealed body.
The MSRP of the Pentax K200D is $620 for the body only, or $699 with an updated 18-55mm II f/3.5-5.6 kit lens.
Features
The Pentax K200D has 60 seals for weather/dust resistance. It uses non-proprietary AA batteries like previous Pentax entry-level offerings.
The K200D's lens mount is the Pentax K-mount; it is thus compatible with lenses dating as far back as 1973 without the use of adaptors.
The K200D's on board flash can be used to wirelessly control Pentax or compatible flashes as a Master (The on board flash fires during the capture), or as a Controller (The on board flash does not fire during the capture). This supports P-TTL, but can also be used to fire the external flashes in Auto or Manual Mode.
The K200D utilizes a 2.7" LCD screen with a total pixel count of 230,000.
References
- ^ "Pentax K200D official specifications". Pentax. http://www.pentaximaging.com/products/product_details/digital_camera--K200D/reqID--10506029/subsection--digital_slr.
- ^ "Pentax announces K20D with 14.6 megapixels, K200D, and five new lenses" (Press release). Pentax imaging. 2008-01-23. http://www.pentaximaging.com/footer/news_media_article?ArticleId=10507458.
- ^ "Pentax K200D Discontinued". photographyblog.com. http://www.photographyblog.com/news/pentax_k200d_discontinued/.
External links
Media related to Pentax K200D at Wikimedia Commons Official:- Pentax Press Images of the K20D, K200D, and new lenses
- (Japanese) Marketing posters for the K20D, K200D, and new lenses
- Pentax-DA Lens Operating Manual Including details of KAF, KAF2 and KAF3 mount contacts and couplers. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System, etc.
Reviews:
- Pentax K200D Review from Camera Labs
- Pentax K200D Review from Steve's Digicams
- Pentax K200D Review from photographyreview.com
Pentax Digital SLR timeline
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