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| Digital SLR Camera: *istDL |
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 <General
function and specification> |
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What is the major feature of istDL compared
with istDS? |
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- * User-friendly automatic operations
- The *istDL is equipped with the innovative Auto Picture Mode, which
automatically and instantly selects the most appropriate Picture mode from Standard,
Portrait, Landscape, Macro or Action for a given subject or situation to assure
the optimum combination of aperture, shutter speed, white balance, saturation,
contrast, and intensity of edges. In addition, the built-in auto flash automatically
pops up in dimly lit or backlit situations. As a result, even first-time digital
SLR users can immediately produce high-quality digital images with minimal effort.
- * Extra-large 2.5-inch color LCD monitor
- The *istDL’s high-precision 2.5-inch color LCD monitor, with
approximately 210,000 pixels, displays recorded images clearly and beautifully,
even when the original image is magnified by 12 times using the digital zoom
capability. It also facilitates image confirmation after shooting and menu selection
during shooting and editing operations. The menu screen also provides an optimum
color scheme between menu descriptions and background to assure easy reading
under all types of lighting conditions.
- * High-accuracy AF sensors
- Featuring the advanced SAFOX VIII AF system incorporating three cross-type
wide-area AF sensors, the *istDL automatically selects the most appropriate
sensor for a given subject. It also lets the user fix the sensor point on the
middle sensor for specific applications. Using the menu screen, the user can
select the preferred focus mode between Single AF, which locks the focus when
the shutter release button is half-depressed, and Continuous AF,* which adjusts
the focus to the subject’s movement.
- * Digital filter
- The soft-focus available in three patterns
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Why is ISO sensitivity available form
200? |
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The CCD for *istDL is intended to exercise the
best performance with equivalent of ISO sensitivity 200. If forcedly reduce at
equivalent of ISO sensitivity 100, it can not get good image quality. |
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Is there any measure to protect the Dust
on CCD? |
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There is no special mechanics. |
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What is the A/D conversion rate? |
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The istDL uses 12bit A/D conversion per color
channel. |
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What is the material of the body? |
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The stainless-steel chassis has been adopted. |
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Can I change the color tone of picture? |
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Yes, you can change the color tone of picture by selecting
Bright or Natural.
Bright: Images are finished brightly with contrast and sharp
Natural: Images are finished naturally and suitable for retouching |
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How long does it take for the camera to
start up? |
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Start-up time for the *ist DL is approximately
0.8 sec. Start-up time is from turn on the power switch until the LCD panel shows
Number of recordable images. |
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What is the magnification and the filed
of view of the Viewfinder? |
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Magnification: 0.85x (with 50mmf/1.4 lens at infinity)
Field of view: 96% |
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Is there an interchangeable focusing screen
available? |
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No, |
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What is the filed of view of the LCD monitor? |
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Approximately 100% |
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Can the AF function works in a dark area? |
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Yes, the built-in flash will discharge automatically
several times, except when the camera is set on the Moving subject or Flash off
mode |
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Is *ist DL deigned for waterproof
camera? |
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No. |
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How long does the date / time stay in
memory when the battery is removed?
Does the internal clock run while the battery is removed? |
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The camera will remember the date/time, and the internal
clock will continue to run for approximately 48 hours after the battery is removed.
Note: The above data is based on testing after the camera
has already run with a new, fully charged battery for a minimum of 12 hours.
A brand new camera that has not yet passed 48 hours with a fully charged battery
may display different results. |
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| <Storage
Medium> |
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What kind of memory does the istDL for
storage? |
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The istDL use Secure Digital (SD memory) cards |
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Why istDL adopted SD memory card
as storage media card? |
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SD memory cards are widely available as
its storage media, not only assuring high-speed recording and readout of image
data, but also contributing to the downsizing of the camera body. |
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Which SD memory cards can be used? |
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You should be able to use any SD card in your camera. While
Pentax does not guarantee compatibility with any particular manufacturer or model,
we have seen consistent compatibility with SD cards from Panasonic (32 / 64 /
128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB / 2GB), SanDisk (32 / 64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB / 1GB /
2GB), and Toshiba (32 / 64 / 128 / 256 / 512MB/1GB)
* Checked the SD card to 20 MB per second of transmission
speed |
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Can the MMC (Multi-media card) be used
with istDL? |
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No, |
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Does the performance of the SD memory
card influence a shooting interval? |
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When using an SD memory card with a slow recording speed it
may influence for the number of continuous shooting. |
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What is included in the istDL kit? |
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The istDL kit includes the following: istDL camera, Hot shoe
cover Fk, Eyecup Fl, ME finder cap, Body mount cover, USB cable (I-USB17), AV
cable (I-AVC28), Software CD-ROM (S-SW34),Strap (0-ST10), AA alkaline batteries, istDL Product
Manual, PENTAX PHOTO Browser/Laboratory Operating Manual. |
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What is the size and resolution of the
LCD monitor? |
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2.5 inch [TFT color LCD] with backlight and 210,000 pixel resolution |
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Can the brightness of LCD monitor be adjusted? |
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Yes, |
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Can I view images on a TV? |
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Yes. By using the AV cable (I-AVC28), you can capture and play
back images on a TV that has a Video-In port.
Note: Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned
off before connecting the cable. |
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Is the istDL equipped with a tripod
mount? |
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Yes, |
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How many photos can be stored on a memory
card? |
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The following table shows the approximate number of recordable
images when using memory cards of various sizes, at different combination of
recorded pixels and quality levels
| Quality
level |
Recorded pixels |
Number of recordable
image |
| 128MB |
256MB |
512MB |
1GB |
| JPEG |
 Good |
1.5M: 1536x1024 |
271 |
549 |
1115 |
2151 |
| 4M: 2400x1600 |
161 |
330 |
674 |
1397 |
| 6M: 3008x2008 |
117 |
242 |
498 |
966 |
| Better |
1.5M: 1536x1024 |
173 |
354 |
722 |
1397 |
| 4M: 2400x1600 |
96 |
201 |
415 |
807 |
| 6M: 3008x2008 |
70 |
149 |
311 |
607 |
| Best |
1.5M: 1536x1024 |
106 |
220 |
453 |
880 |
| 4M: 2400x1600 |
51 |
111 |
234 |
459 |
| 6M: 3008x2008 |
34 |
78 |
167 |
330 |
| RAW |
6M: 3008x2008 |
11 |
22 |
46 |
90 |
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Are there any notes about SD memory card? |
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- SD memory card should be format with istDL when use first time or the SD
card used with other devices. * The data such as images and voice will be deleted
after formatted the SD card
- Do not remove SD card or turn off the power while recording the images or
connecting the camera with computer via USB cable
- We recommend back-up the data regularly
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Can all PENTAX 35mm interchangeable lenses
be used? |
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Basically, usable lenses that without limit for exposures are
DA lenses and FAJ lenses, lenses that have an aperture A (Auto) position. When
changing custom function to use non- A position lens, Medium format lens and
screw mount lens with using mount adapter can be use but there is limit for usable
function as follows.
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Lens[Mount type] |
| Function |
DA/D FA/ FA J/FA lens
[KAF,KAF2]*3 |
F lens
[KAF]*3 |
A lens
[KA] |
Autofocus (Lens only)
(With AF adapter 1.7X)*1 |
Yes
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Yes
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Yes*5 |
Manual focus(With the focus indicator)*2
(With Matte field) |
Yes
Yes |
Yes
Yes |
Yes
Yes |
Switching focusing area(Wide/Spot)
Power zoom |
Yes
No |
Yes
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No*5
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| Aperture Priority Auto Exposure |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure
Manual Exposure |
Yes
Yes |
Yes
Yes |
Yes
Yes |
| P-TTL Auto Flash*4 |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi(16-segment) metering |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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Yes: Functions are available when the aperture ring is set to the A position.
No: Funxtions are unavailable.
*1 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or brighter Only available at A position.
*2 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or brighter.
*3 To use an F/FA soft 85 mm f/2.8 lens or FA soft 28 mm f/2.8 lens,set[Using
aperture ring] to [2(Permitted)] in the [C Custom]menu(p.100). Pictures can be
taken with the aperture you set, but only within manual aperture range.
*4 When using the built-in flash and AF360FGZ.
*5 Focusing Area is set to Spot. |
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Can K mount lens be used with istDL? |
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No, when the lens has no A position, camera does not operate
unless [Permitted] is selected in the custom menu |
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What happen when aperture ring is set
at other than (Auto) position? |
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The camera operates in AV (Aperture Priority) mode even if
the mode dial is at P or AV when the aperture is set to a value other than A
| Lens used |
Exposure mode |
Restriction |
| D FA,FA,F,A,M(Lens only or with auto diaphragm accessories
such as auto extension tube K) |
Av (Aperture Priority) mode |
The aperture remains open regardless of the aperture ring
position. The shutter speed changes in relation to the open aperture but an exposure
error may occur. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. |
| D FA,FA,F,A,M,S(with diaphragm accessories such as extension
tube K) |
Av (Aperture Priority) mode |
Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture
value but an exposure error may occur. In the viewfinder,[F--] appears for the
aperture indicator. |
| Manual diaphragm lens such as reflex lens (lens only) |
Av (Aperture Priority) mode |
| FA,F Soft 85mm,FA Soft 28mm (lens only) |
Av (Aperture Priority) mode |
Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value
in the manual aperture range. In the viewfinder,[F--] appears for the aperture
indicator. When depth of field is checked(Preview), AE Metering is switched on.
Exposure check is possible. |
| All lenses |
M (Manual) mode |
Pictures can be taken with the set aperture value and shutter
speed. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. When depth
of field is checked (Preview), AE Metering is switched on. Exposure check is
possible. |
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Can PENTAX 645 lenses, 67 lenses and S
(Screw mount) type of lens be used with istDL? |
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PENTAX 645, 67-system lenses and S (Screw mount) type of lenses
can be used with an adapter, some function may not be available with certain
lenses. |
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Can non-PENTAX interchangeable lens be
used? |
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Not recommended. When assume no responsibility or liability
for damage resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufactures. |
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| <Capture
and playback> |
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What is the continuous shooting mode? |
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Picture can be taken continuously while the shutter release
button is held down. The *ist DL records up to 5 images consecutively
at a speed of approximately 2.8 frames per second for high-speed consecutive
shooting when the noise reduction off. |
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Can the remote control be used? |
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The optional IR remote control F is available as option. |
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Can take the picture while looking LCD
monitor? |
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No. mainly reason is mechanism of Single Lens Reflex Camera.
For take the picture while looking LCD monitor, the CCD needs to catch the right
all the time for taking the picture while looking LCD monitor such as compact
digital camera.
On the other hand, Single Lens Reflex Camera has mirror at the front of CCD for
conducting light through the viewfinder. The CCD catches the light only shutter
is opening. |
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Can the Multi Exposure Shooting be used? |
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No, |
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Can the Guide display be turned off? |
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Yes, you can turn the Guide Display On and Off at [ Guide display]
in the [ Set-up] Menu |
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Does istDL equipped suppress hand
shake function? |
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No, |
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Can Polarizing filter be used? |
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The Circular type Polarizing Filter (C-PL/ Circular PL) must
be used. The normal Polarizing Filter will effect exposure and AF therefore,
it can not be used for *istDL |
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The setting of the saturation, sharpness
and contrast can select from five levels compared with istD (select from
three levels). Is the adjustment value of istDL become wider compared
with istD? |
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No, the total adjustment value is the same, each levels of
an adjustment value is smaller |
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What is the Hot Spot Warning? |
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If the [ Hot Spot Warning ] is selected on the instant Review
and playback screens, bright areas in the image blink. |
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Can the White balance be adjusted manually? |
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Yes, you can adjust the white balance depending on the light
source when you select the Manual White Balance in the Fn menu. |
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What is the Guide umber of the built-
in flash? |
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GNO.15.6 (ISO200/m) |
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What focal length the Built-in flash cover? |
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Angle of coverage: 18mm lens angle of view (equivalent 28mm in
35mm format) |
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Is there flash amount compensation available? |
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Yes, you can change the flash output in a range of -2.0EV ~
+1.0EV by setting the [Flash Exp. Comp] in the [Rec.Mode] menu when using built-in
Flash or External flash. |
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Can the built-in flash be used with any
type of lens? |
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The PENTAX DA,D FA, FA J, FA and F lens compatibility with
the built-in Flash., the built-in flash fully discharges when used the lens that
have no aperture A position., also vignetting may occur depending on the lens
being used and the capture condition. We recommend taking a test shot to confirm
this. |
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Can the external flash be used? |
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Yes. P-TTL auto flash function available with PENTAX AF360FGZ. |
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Is the synch terminal for professional
flash attached on istDL? |
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No, Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause
equipment breakdown. We recommend using the PENTAX dedicated automatic flashes. |
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Can the flash be used in wireless? |
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Shooting using the flash without connecting the camera and
flash with a cord by using two AF360FGZ units. The high-speed sync mode is also
available in wireless mode. |
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Do I have to set mode dial to the Flash
off position when built-in flash set in off ? |
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The built-in flash can be set in off when select Manual discharge
in the menu. |
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Does flash pre-fires before taking pictures? |
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Yes, flash pre-fires one time when use built-in flash or 360FGZ
with P-TTL mode |
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What is the auto picture mode? |
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The *ist DL is equipped to make camera operations simple
and effortless for the user. Its innovative Auto picture mode automatically and
instantly selects the optimum combination of exposure settings for a given subject
or situation, including shutter speed, aperture, white balance, saturation, contrast,
and intensity of edges. |
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What is the picture mode? |
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You can select a Picture mode to reflect a special shooting
condition. There are eight available Picture modes:
| Auto Picture mode: |
Select automatically from Normal, Portrait, Landscape,
Macro and Object Modes |
| Normal mode: |
The basis picture-taking mode |
| Portrait mode: |
Optimal for capturing mode |
| Landscape mode: |
Deepens the focus range, emphasizes contour and saturation
of tree and the sky produces a bright image. |
| Macro mode: |
Take vibrant pictures of flowers up close. |
| Moving object mode: |
Lets you take sharp pictures of a quickly moving subject
such as a sporting event |
| Night Scene Portrait mode: |
Lets you capture people against a night view or nightscape |
| Flash off mode: |
The flash is deactivated. Other settings are the same as
Normal. |
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| <Battery
and power sources> |
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What type of batteries does the istDL use? |
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The istDL can use Four AA batteries
(AA alkaline batteries, AA lithium battery, AA Ni-MH rechargeable) or Lithium
battery CR-V3 |
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How many images can I record on a full
battery charge? How long can I review pictures with a fully charged battery? |
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| Batteries(Temperature) |
Normal recording |
Flash photography |
Playback time |
| 50% use |
100% use |
| CR-V3 (23°C) |
850 |
750 |
650 |
700 minutes |
| (0°C) |
560 |
500 |
410 |
470 minutes |
| AA Lithium batteries (23°C) |
750 |
650 |
550 |
470 minutes |
| (0°C) |
670 |
570 |
470 |
400 minutes |
| AA rechargeable batteries (23°C) |
560 |
500 |
440 |
350 minutes |
| ( NI-MH 2500mAh )(0°C) |
500 |
440 |
380 |
300 minutes |
| AA Alkaline Batteries (23°C) |
90 |
70 |
50 |
140 minutes |
| (0°C) |
Not applicable |
Not applicable |
Not applicable |
70 minutes |
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Note: The description above is based on Pentax measuring
conditions and may vary depending on factors such as capture mode and shooting
conditions. The age of the battery can also affect these statistics. |
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Can the battery grip D-BG1 (for istD)
be used with istDL? |
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No, |
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Is an optional AC adapter available? |
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Yes. The AC adaptor kit (K-AC10) is available as an optional
accessory. We do not recommend the use of 3rd party AC adapters. |
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| <Connecting
with PC and software> |
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What is the communicate interface with
PC? |
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USB2.0 |
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What type of computer do I need with istDL? |
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[For windows]
*USB Connection
The computer should be equipped with built-in USB ports and a pre-installed version
of Windows 2000/Me/XP Home Edition / Professional
*Application soft < PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1 and PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1>
OS Windows Me / 2000 / XP Home Edition / Professional
CPU: Pentium III or later recommended, Memory: 256MB or more
Monitor: 1024 x 768 with 24bit full colour
[For Macintosh]
*USB Connection
The computer should be equipped with built-in USB ports and a pre-installed version
of Mac OS 9.01/ 9.2 / X(Ver. 10.1 or later)
*Application soft < PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1 and PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1>
OS Mac 9.0 or later ( Carbonlib later than 1.5 required), Mac OSX later than
10.1.3
CPU: PowerPC later than G3, Memory: 256MB |
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Can the provided application software
be used with istD and DS? |
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Yes, the provided application software such as PENTAX
PHOTO Browser and PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory can use with istD and DS |
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Can the PENTAX REMOTE Assistant be used
with istDL? |
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No, istDL does not support PENTAX REMOTE Assistant |
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| <Others> |
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Does the the *istDL support “PIM
III” (PRINT Image Matching III) and “Exif Print” (Exif 2.2)? |
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The JPEG image which was took by *istDL will be
supported but RAW data will not be supported. |
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Can Refconverter A or M be used? |
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Refconverter A or M can be attached. However, if setting
1X, sometimes periphery image is hard to see. |
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Is there an exclusive camera case to the istDL? |
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Yes, 0-CC34 is available as optional. |
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* PENTAX PHOTO Browser, PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory and PENTAX REMOTE Assistant are trademarks of RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.
* PENTAX is a trademark of RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.
* istDS is a trademark of RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.
* All other brands or product names are trademarks of registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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