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PENTAX K-r Price

Pentax K r Price

Pentax K r Price

Key features of the PENTAX K-r that are new or have been improved upon from the most recent entry to mid-level PENTAX DSLR models include:
• Three stylish color choices include traditional black, the new classic white, and PENTAX red reflect any owner’s personal style.
• Large 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution.
• Faster high speed 6 FPS framerate that captures 25 images in a single sequence.
• A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed.
• Viewfinder focus point indicator.
• Improved in-camera HDR image capture including a Night Scene HDR mode.
• High sensitivity 100-25600 ISO range with improved noise performance from the new 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor.
• Versatile dual-power-source design, which offers the choice of either a rechargeable lithium-ion battery or four AA-size battery power (using optional AA Battery Holder D-BH109).
• Infrared data transfer compatible with the IrSimple™ high-speed infrared data transmission system for wireless data transfer to the web or other IrSimple-compatible devices (includes a match-game between two PENTAX K-r’s).

Other important features of the new K-r models include:
• Widescreen 720p HD video at 25 FPS.
• PENTAX-original Shake Reduction mechanism for sharp, blur-free images that works with every PENTAX lens ever made
• Dust Removal mechanism, to shake dust off the CMOS image sensor.
• Highly responsive and accurate 11 point SAFOX IX autofocus system with dedicated AF assist lamp.
• Wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters.

With a highly portable, compact and lightweight body in a choice of colors, the K-r holds appeal for busy parents, family memory-keepers, travelers and anyone who reflects personal style in all their pursuits including their journey into photography or videography as a skill or hobby.

The PENTAX K-r digital SLR will ship in October 2010 for as follows:
K-r Body Kit $799.95 USD
K-r Lens Kit w 18-55 $849.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 50-200 $899.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 55-300 $999.95 USD

PENTAX also announced the smc PENTAX DA 35mm F2.4 AL, standard lens designed exclusively for use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. This new lens is versatile enough to be used with a wide range of subjects and applications for high-resolution images with edge-to-edge sharpness.
It is a perfect choice for digital SLR beginners to familiarize themselves with the basics of using interchangeable lenses.

The PENTAX DA 35mm F2.4 AL lens also will ship in October 2010 for $219.95 USD.

NEW PENTAX K-r DIGITAL SLR

The K-r offers a variety of new and improved features including a fast framerate, high ISO sensitivity, responsive autofocus, an improved 12.4 megapixel low-noise sensor and widescreen HD video capture that take it a step above an entry-level DSLR camera.

Key features of the PENTAX K-r that are new or have been improved upon from the most recent entry to mid-level PENTAX DSLR models include:
•    Three stylish color choices include traditional black, the new classic white, and PENTAX red reflect any owner’s personal style.
•    Large 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution.
•    Faster high speed 6 FPS framerate that captures 25 images in a single sequence.
•    A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed.
•    Viewfinder focus point indicator.
•    Improved in-camera HDR image capture including a Night Scene HDR mode.
•    High sensitivity 100-25600 ISO range with improved noise performance from the new 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor.
•    Versatile dual-power-source design, which offers the choice of either a rechargeable lithium-ion battery or four AA-size battery power (using optional AA Battery Holder D-BH109).
•    Infrared data transfer compatible with the IrSimple™ high-speed infrared data transmission system for wireless data transfer to the web or other IrSimple-compatible devices  (includes a match-game between two PENTAX K-r’s).

Other important features of the new K-r models include:
•    Widescreen 720p HD video at 25 FPS.
•    PENTAX-original Shake Reduction mechanism for sharp, blur-free images that works with every PENTAX lens ever made
•    Dust Removal mechanism, to shake dust off the CMOS image sensor.
•    Highly responsive and accurate 11 point SAFOX IX autofocus system with dedicated AF assist lamp.
•    Wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters.

With  a highly portable, compact and lightweight body in a choice of colors, the K-r  holds appeal for busy parents, family memory-keepers, travelers and anyone who reflects  personal style in all their pursuits including their journey into photography or videography as a skill or hobby.

The PENTAX K-r digital SLR PRICE and will ship in October 2010 for as follows:
K-r Body Kit                                      $799.95 USD
K-r Lens Kit w 18-55                           $849.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 50-200    $899.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 55-300    $999.95 USD

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Pentax K-r first look video

Pentax K-r first look video, Brains, meet beauty. The Pentax K-r has it all. It’s a powerful DSLR with advanced features like 12.4 Megapixels, HD video and a 3 inch LCD display. On the beauty side, taking photos has never looked this good. Plus, the K-r comes in basic black, classy white and PENTAX red. The PENTAX K-r competes with higher-end DSLRs and looks great doing it. That’s brilliantly colorful.

* 12.4 megapixel CMOS
* Compact and lightweight
* Powerful auto shooting w 6 FPS framerate

PENTAX Optio RS1000

The new PENTAX Optio RS1000 is easy to use and may be dressed to match the personality and style of its owner. This cosmetically customizable digital camera features a removable faceplate to hold interchangeable skins of any personal design.

The design possibilities for the RS1000 are infinite. Owners may skin this newest Optio to match a mood, an event, a milestone, an outfit, and so much more.

There are four ways to get started personalizing the PENTAX Optio RS1000:
1) Immediately dress the camera in a choice of 11 (three plus eight) standard skins that ship with the product.
2) Use the included SKINIT® gift card to design and order a free, high quality, pre-cut, 3M™ vinyl skin from www.skinit.com.
3) Use an included stencil to trace cutout lines onto printed photos, wrapping papers, drawings, and more to use as a skin.
4) Download the PENTAX PERSONAL SKIN DESIGNER Adobe Air-based software from www.pentaximaging.com (availability to coincide with product shipping). Use the digital designer to import a photo or digital image, saving a skin as a PDF for printing on a color printer.

Besides a unique, completely customizable design, the Optio RS1000 features 14 megapixels, a large three inch LCD monitor, a high-performance 4X optical zoom lens covering 27.5mm wide angle, and simple, user-friendly operation. Encased in a lightweight body about the size of a credit-card, the RS1000 is compact enough to carry anywhere. This latest PENTAX Optio will ship in October 2010 at $149.95 USD.

NEW PENTAX OPTIO RZ10

PENTAX Optio RZ10 digital compact camera. With a 10X optical zoom lens to capture a wide variety of subjects from travel and landscape to action and sports, the Optio RZ10 offers advanced features and handy functions that make photo shooting simple and effortless for everyone.  The 10X zoom offers high-magnification from wide angle to telephoto, as well as powerful macro focus settings. The camera also features dual Shake Reduction (mechanical sensor-shift and digital) for effective blur reduction and an upgraded Auto Picture mode for “hands-off” selection of the most appropriate shooting settings. Sporting a simple and modern, yet functional exterior design, the camera will be available October 2010 in classic black, pure white, lime and violet for $219.95 USD.
More information is available here: www.pentaximaging.com

NEW PENTAX RAW codec

PENTAX RAW codec Update

The display is enabled by installing this software in Windows Vista and Windows 7 without developing the RAW file image (The extension is “.PEF”) of which it takes a picture with a PENTAX digital SLR on Windows Vista.

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Optio W90 in orange

w90_orange

Imaging Systems Division is pleased to announce the addition of a vibrant-orange version of the popular PENTAX Optio W90 waterproof digital compact camera, reliable construction waterproof to assure worry-free shooting at a depth of six meters, and an exceptional shockproof capability with which it can withstand a fall from a height of 1.2 meters. Its innovative Digital Microscope mode has also attracted tremendous attention not only from outdoor enthusiasts interested in nature observation, but also from the business and manufacturing worlds, which demand accurate, detailed records of tiny parts and delicate materials.

W90 Features:

  • 12 Megapixels
  • Waterproof down to 6 m
  • Sand and dustproof
  • Shockproof  1.5m
  • 5x wide-angle zoom
  • 1 Cm Closeup, 3 LED for macro function
  • HD 720p video
  • HDMI output
  • 2.7’’ anti-reflection LCD screen