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Pentax K-R with 18-55mm / Black
Product # PE14636

$649.95

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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 sensor
    High quality 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor captures detailed images with high color accuracy and low noise.
  • 3 inch LCD
    Large 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution for responsive Live View and detailed image/video review.
  • Compact and lightweight
    Compact and lightweight body is exceptionally comfortable to use, and highly portable.
  • Automatic Shooting Modes
    Powerful automatic shooting modes, such as Auto Picture mode and various scene modes, take the guesswork out of taking great pictures.
  • 6 FPS
    Fast 6 FPS framerate captures quick action in dynamic environments.
  • 11 point SAFOX IX autofocus system
    Highly responsive and accurate 11 point SAFOX IX autofocus system includes a dedicated AF assist lamp.
  • 100-25600 ISO range
    High sensitivity 100-25600 ISO range features improved noise performance for high quality image capture even in extremely challenging lighting.
  • Li-Ion battery compatibility
    Li-Ion battery compatibility can also be adapted to use AA batteries providing the ultimate flexibility for both field use and travel.
  • HD video
    Capture widescreen HD video with sound at 720p and 25 FPS, using any PENTAX lens.
  • 1/6000 second shutter speed
    A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed freezes fast action without subject movement blur.
  • Viewfinder focus point indicator
    A viewfinder focus point indicator confirms the area of focus in an image.
  • HDR image capture
    Improved in-camera HDR image capture features a Night Scene HDR mode, more blending options, and better pixel registration for easier operation without a tripod.
  • In-camera image processing
    A wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters encourages the photographer’s artistic expression.
  • Infrared data transfer
    Infrared data transfer (IrSimple) includes file transfer and a unique camera-to-camera image comparison mode.
  • SDXC memory card compatibility (via firmware update).

Includes:

  • K-R with 18-55mm
  • Li-Ion Battery D-LI109
  • Battery Charge Cradle K-BC109
  • AC Plug Cord
  • USB Cable I-USB7
  • Strap O-ST53
  • Hotshoe Cover FK
  • Eyecup FQ
  • Body Mount Cover
  • Software CD-ROM S-SW110
Specifications
Sensor:Type: CMOS with primary color filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor-movement system
Size: 23.6 x 15.8mm
Color depth: 8 bits/channel JPG, 12 bits/channel RAW
Effective pixels: 12.4 MP Total pixels: 12.9 MP
Recorded resolutions Still: 12M (4288x2848), 10M (3936x2624), 6M (3072x2048), 2M (1728x1152) Movie (resolution/FPS): 1280x720p / 25 (16:9), 640x480p / 25 (4:3)
Quality levels: *** Best, ** Better, * Good Dust Removal: Image sensor movement combined with SP coating (Dust Alert available)
Focus System:Type: TTL phase-matching 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system (SAFOX IX)
Focus modes: AF Auto, AF Single (w focus lock), AF Continuous (available in Action mode including Auto Picture Action, Kids, Pet, Stage Lighting, Night Snap, P/A/S/M/B/Sv), Manual Focus point adjustment: 11 point auto, 5 point auto, AF point select, center/spot
AF assist: Yes, via dedicated AF assist lamp with SAFOX IX system
LCD Monitor:Type: 3.0” TFT color LCD monitor w adjustable brightness
Resolution: 921,000 dots
Wide angle viewable: Yes
LIVE VIEW Type: TTL by CMOS image sensor
Field Of View: 100%
Display Modes: Magnification (2-6X in AF, 2-10X in MF), grid pattern, bright/dark indication, histogram Autofocus: Contrast w Face Detection (up to 16 faces), contrast, phase difference
External Flash:Type: Hot shoe (P-TTL, high speed sync), wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash Synchronization speed: 1/180s
Interfaces:Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out Video out: NTSC, PAL
Printer interfaces: n/a
Infrared Connection: Infrared Connection in/out (IrSimple)
Physical Specifications:Body dimensions (W x H x D): 4.9 x 3.8 x 2.7”
Body weight Without battery or removable memory: 19.2 oz Loaded and ready: 21 oz Construction material(s): Fiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless steel chassis
Weather resistant: n/a
Operating temperature: 32-104°F
Image Stabilization:Type: Sensor-shift Shake Reduction (4 stops max)
ISO Sensitivity:Auto: 200-12800 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-25600
Manual: 200-12800 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-25600
Shutter:Type: Electronically controlled, vertical run, focal plane shutter
Shutter speed: 1/6000 to 30 sec, bulb available
Drive Modes:Mode selection: Single, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self Timer (12s, 2s), Remote (0s, 3s), Auto Bracket, HDR Capture (+3, 0, -3 w 2 blend settings), Multi-Exposure Continuous FPS: Approx 6.0 FPS (Continuous Hi: 25 JPG, 12 RAW), 2 FPS (Continuous Lo: unlimited JPG, 36 RAW) Self-timer: Yes (12s, 2s) Remote control: Yes (infrared, 0s, 3s)
File Formats:Still: RAW (PEF, DNG), JPG (EXIF 2.21), DCF 2.0 (design rule for camera file system), DPOF, Print Image Matching III Movie (compression): AVI (motion JPG)
Computer Requirements:*For device connectivity. Bundled software requirements may vary. Windows: Windows XP/Vista/7, USB 2.0 port Mac: MacOS-X 10.3-10.5, USB 2.0 port
Lens Mount: Type/construction: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel moun
t Usable lenses: PENTAX KAF3, KAF2, KAF, KA (K mount, 35mm screwmount, 645/67 med format lenses useable w adapter and/or restrictions) SDM function: Yes Power zoom function: n/a
Viewfinder: Type: Pentamirror
Coverage (field of view): Approx 96%
Magnification: Approx 0.85X (w 50mm F1.4 at infinity)
Standard focusing screen: Natural-Bright-Matte II Diopter adjustment: -2.5 to 1.5
Depth of field preview: Optical & Digital (available via programmable Green button)
Built-in Flash: Type: Retractable P-TTL auto/manual popup flash
Guide number: 12 (100/m), 16 (200/m) Coverage: 28mm wide angle (equivalent to 35mm)
Flash modes: On, off, redeye, slow sync, slow sync w redeye, slow sync w trailing curtain, wireless Flash exposure compensation: -2 to 1 EV (1/2 steps)
Storage Media: Internal memory: n/a Removable memory: SD, SDHC
Power Supply: Power source: Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI109, AA BATTERY HOLDER D-BH109 (optional) for 4X AA batteries Recordable images: Approx 560 (470 w 50% flash, CIPA), Approx 1600 (1000 w 50% flash, CIPA) with AA Lithium Batteries Playback time: Approx. 620 min Movie recording time: Approx. 25 min (based on card capacity and resolution setting) AC adapter available: Yes
Language Support: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese
Metering System: Type: TTL open aperture, 16 segment metering
Sensitivity range: EV 1-21.5 (ISO 200, 50mm F1.4)
Multi-segment: Yes
Center weighted: Yes
Spot: Yes
Exposure compensation: +/- 3 EV (1/2 or 1/3 steps)
Exposure lock: Yes (available via programmable AF/AE-L button)
Exposure bracketing: Yes, 3 frames, up to +/- 1.5 (1/2 steps) or +/- 1.0 (1/3 steps)
White Balance*: Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE Manual mode(s): Yes * WB fine adjustment available in all modes
Capture Modes: Mode selection: Auto Picture (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night Scene Portrait, Standard Flash Off), Picture (Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action, Night Scene Portrait, Standard Flash Off), Scene (Night Scene, Surf & Snow, Food, Sunset, Kids, Pet, Candlelight, Museum, Stage Lighting [JPG], Night Snap [JPG], Night Scene HDR [JPG]), Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual), Movie Custom Image Modes: Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Monochrome. Color modes include gamut radar and fine adjustment for saturation, hue, key, contrast, sharpness (regular and fine adj). Monochrome mode includes adjustment for film filter effects (green, yellow, orange, red, magenta, blue, cyan, infrared), toning (sepia warm/cool), key, contrast, sharpness (regular and fine adj). Cross Processing mode available for creative random effect generation. Green simplified mode available: n/a P/A/S/M/B: P, A, S, M, B (in Metered Manual), Sv (Sensitivity Priority) Date stamp: n/a Digital filters (capture): Toy Camera, High Contrast, Soft, Starburst, Retro, Color Extract (6), Fisheye, Custom (8) Data record: Folder name (standard/date)
Playback Modes: Mode selection: One Shot (no data, basic data, full data, color channel histogram), Multi Image Display (4, 9, 16, 36 or 81 thumbnails), Calendar Filmstrip, Folder, Magnification (quick zoom available), Select & Delete, Movie Playback (no data, basic data, full data), Bright/Dark Indication Mode pallet: Image Rotation, Digital Filter, Resize, Cropping, Slideshow, Image Comparison, RAW Development, Index Print, Protect, DPOF Magnification: Up to 16X, scrollable Digital filters (playback): Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Color (6), Watercolor, Sketch, Pastel, Miniature, Base Parameter Adj, Monochrome (filter effects, toning), Color (6), Soft, Starburst, Fisheye, Slim, HDR, Posterization, Custom Filter
Custom Functions: Functions available: 22