Pentax K2000 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm Lens & AF-200FG Flash

BH #PEK2000K • MFR #17314
Pentax
Pentax K2000 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm Lens & AF-200FG Flash
Key Features
  • 10.2 Megapixels
  • 18-55mm Lens
  • Shoe Mount Flash
  • 2.7" LCD
The Pentax K2000 SLR Digital Camera Kit with the 18-55mm Zoom Lens and AF-200FG P-TTL Shoe Mount Flash brings legendary Pentax image quality to the next generation of digital photographers in a compact, easy to use package. Perfect for photo enthusiasts or first time DSLR owners, the K2000 incorporates the latest imaging technology to capture stunning 10.2 megapixel photos at up to 3.5 frames per second. A built-in Help Button provides users with a clear explanation of all controls and settings and even offers insight into the fundamentals of photography. Advanced Shake Reduction and high ISO capability compensate for unwanted camera shake to always yield the best image quality possible.

The included 18-55mm zoom lens is perfect for wide-angle to medium telephoto photography. Perfect for everything from landscapes to portraits, this lens offers maximum flexibility and value. Also included is the Pentax AF-200FG P-TTL shoe mount flash. This offers both automatic and manual flash functionality for adding the perfect light to any scene.

The camera's Auto Picture and Scene modes offer shooting ease, while advanced modes, such as the new Sensitivity Priority (Sv), allow photographers to grow with the camera. All of these impressive features are controlled by the Pentax PRIME image processing engine, which maximizes image properties and allows custom adjustment of individual image parameters.

Dust Reduction and Dust Alert features eliminate the need for time consuming retouching, and the cameras 2.7 inch high resolution, wide-view LCD panel allows for easy review of pictures and parameters with simple to read, large-sized menu lettering. All of these features and more are housed in an ultra-compact and lightweight body that's as easy to use as it is to carry.

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Pentax K2000 Overview

The Pentax K2000 SLR Digital Camera Kit with the 18-55mm Zoom Lens and AF-200FG P-TTL Shoe Mount Flash brings legendary Pentax image quality to the next generation of digital photographers in a compact, easy to use package. Perfect for photo enthusiasts or first time DSLR owners, the K2000 incorporates the latest imaging technology to capture stunning 10.2 megapixel photos at up to 3.5 frames per second. A built-in Help Button provides users with a clear explanation of all controls and settings and even offers insight into the fundamentals of photography. Advanced Shake Reduction and high ISO capability compensate for unwanted camera shake to always yield the best image quality possible.

The included 18-55mm zoom lens is perfect for wide-angle to medium telephoto photography. Perfect for everything from landscapes to portraits, this lens offers maximum flexibility and value. Also included is the Pentax AF-200FG P-TTL shoe mount flash. This offers both automatic and manual flash functionality for adding the perfect light to any scene.

The camera's Auto Picture and Scene modes offer shooting ease, while advanced modes, such as the new Sensitivity Priority (Sv), allow photographers to grow with the camera. All of these impressive features are controlled by the Pentax PRIME image processing engine, which maximizes image properties and allows custom adjustment of individual image parameters.

Dust Reduction and Dust Alert features eliminate the need for time consuming retouching, and the cameras 2.7 inch high resolution, wide-view LCD panel allows for easy review of pictures and parameters with simple to read, large-sized menu lettering. All of these features and more are housed in an ultra-compact and lightweight body that's as easy to use as it is to carry.

10.2 Megapixel Resolution
The K2000 features a large, APS-C size (23.5 x 15.7mm) CCD sensor to produce beautiful, true-to-life images with rich color and fine detail.
Ultra-compact, Lightweight & Durable
The compact and lightweight design of the K2000 makes it perfect for the photographer transitioning from a point-and-shoot to a digital SLR. With easy one-handed operation, the body is comfortable to hold and easy to carry. Despite its compact size, the K2000 is still a robust camera with a tactile, purposeful build.
Advanced Shake Reduction Technology
The Pentax Shake Reduction (SR) System is an electromagnetically controlled stabilizer built into the body to ensure shake-free photos with any lens. Unlike traditional two-way stabilization systems, SR compensates for movement in three directions--horizontal, vertical, and rotational. By detecting handheld camera shake, sharpness is dramatically increased when using telephoto lenses, working under low light conditions or in any instance where unwanted shake may affect a photograph.
Compatible with All Pentax Interchangeable Lenses
Over the last 60 years, Pentax has manufactured over 25 million lenses. The K2000 can use them all. The camera provides backward compatibility with K, KA, KAF and KAF2 mount lenses directly and is also compatible with screw-mount 35mm-format lenses and Pentax 645 and 67 system lenses with optional adapters. Whichever lens you choose, be assured that your photos will show the warmth, style, and beauty of the Pentax optical system.
Dedicated Help Button
No manual? No problem. The dedicated Help Button on the K2000 gives you one touch access to simple explanations of all controls and settings. Perfect for first time DSLR users, this unique feature even offers insight into the fundamentals of photography.
Powered by AA Batteries
The K2000 is powered by 4x AA Batteries and is fully compatible with single use lithium and alkaline type batteries as well as rechargeable NiMH type batteries. Fresh AA lithium batteries will provide enough power to capture 1650 images (or over 500 images with flash use 50% of the time), and can provide about 700 minutes of playback time. Plus, AA power can be found anywhere in the world, making the K2000 travel friendly.

Pentax K2000Specs

Camera Type
SLR Digital Camera
Imaging
Resolution
Effective: 10.75MP, Recorded: 10.20MP
Sensor
23.5 x 15.7mm CCD
Bit Depth
12-Bit
File Formats
RAW, JPEG
File Size
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Color Spaces
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Image Stabilization
Yes
Crop Factor
1.5x
Optics
Lens
18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (35mm film equivalent: 27-82.5mm)
Zoom
Manual Two-touch
Lens Mount
Pentax K Mount
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Range
18-55mm: 10" (25cm) - infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
52mm
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity
ISO: 100-3200
Shutter Speeds
1/4000 to 30 sec, bulb
Metering
16 Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Exposure Modes
Auto, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority, Sensitivity-priority, Manual, Program, Scene
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (Daylight, Neutral White, White), Tungsten, Flash, Manual
Mirror Lock-Up
Yes
Burst Capability
High-speed continuous: 3.5fps, Low-speed continuous: 1.1fps
Self Timer
12 seconds or 2 seconds
Interval Recording
No
Remote Control
Pentax Remote Control F
Flash
Built-in Flash
Yes
Effective Flash Range
Up to 16' (5 m)
External Flash Connection
Hotshoe
Dedicated Flash System
Pentax P-TTL series
Max Sync Speed
1/180 second
Memory
Built-in Memory
No
Memory Card Type
SD/SDHC
Still Images per GB
RAW: 59
JPEG: High Res:231 - Low Res:2627
A/V Recording
Video Recording
No
Video Resolution
N/A
Video Clip Length
N/A
Audio Recording
None
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type
Eye-level Penta-mirror
Viewfinder Coverage
96%
Display
2.7" LCD
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity
USB 2.0
System & Software Requirements
Windows XP, Vista
Mac OS X (10.3 or later)
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature: 32-104°F/0-40°C
Weatherproofing
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Durability
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Power
Battery Type
4x AA-size Batteries
Power Adapter
AC Adapter Kit K-AC84 (optional)
Physical
Dimensions
4.8 x 3.6 x 2.7" (122.5 x 91.5 x 67.5mm) body only
Weight
18.5 oz (525g) body only

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