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Pentax K200D 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Shake Reduction 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens | 
| Brand: Pentax
Category: Photography
Buy New: $954.85
as of 3/10/2010 22:24 CST details
New (1) Used (3) from $550.00
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Seller: CameraStocker
Rating:  115 reviews
Sales Rank: 22418
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 2
Display Size: 2.7
Battery: 4 AA
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Maximum Resolution: 10
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.6
Dimensions (in): 5.2 x 3.7 x 2.9
MPN: 19554
Model: 19554
UPC: 000270751398
EAN: 0000270751398
ASIN: B0012Q72IY
Release Date: March 6, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 10.2-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-sized prints | | • | Includes 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 lens | | • | Large, 2.7-inch wide-view LCD monitor | | • | Dust-proof, water-resistant construction; comprehensive Dust Removal system | | • | Capture images to SD/SDHC cards (not included) |
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Product Description
The PENTAX K200D, perfect for developing digital SLR users, offers an easy-to-use interface and incorporates award winning PENTAX imaging technology. With 10.2 megapixels, this DSLR features many of the advancements that are incorporated in the PENTAX K20D, including a LCD monitor, Custom Image functions for perfect control over how images are developed, and the Expanded Dynamic Range function. Compatible with any PENTAX lens ever produced and featuring Shake Reduction, the PENTAX K200D offers a high quality image sensor with the sophisticated PRIME (PENTAX Real Image Engine), a user-friendly Dust Removal system including the dust alert feature, 11-point SAFOX VIII auto focus system, sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering and auto sensitivity control up to ISO 1600, all in a weather and dust resistant body.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 115
 AA Battery DSLR February 27, 2010
JOE BLOW (Minneapolis, MN)
Pentax is the only company that currently manufactures AA battery powered DSLR's. If you don't like to charge batteries then this is an advantage. Pentax recommends Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries as these have more juice. You can use Alkaline AA batteries however they won't last as long as the Lithium AA batteries. Let's say you are at a museum, zoo, sporting event etc and you discover your Digital camera is out of power, if you have a rechargeable battery there's nothing you can do you won't be able to take photos, now let's say the same thing happens with the Pentax K200D, well all you have to do is go to the gift shop and buy some AA batteries and you're ready to shoot.
Another advantage of the pentax is that you can use manual focus k-mount lenses from 1975 onward with the Pentax DSLRs.(there are limitations, see the manual for more details)
The build quality is excellent for this camera it has weather sealing to protect it from moisture and dust, it also has a top LCD display features usually not seen on a camera in this price range.
 good for entry level January 3, 2010
Ji Shen (Tallahassee, FL)
My first DSLR was pentax *ist DL. this is the second one. My current one is Nikon D90.
COmparing the image quality, pentax really lacks comparing to Nikon. Pentax has much more noise in the same ISO setup. The lens (18-200) is not as sharp as Nikon's 18-200. The difference does not need to be tested in labs but can be told clearly by eyes. Although it is not a fair comparison because of the price difference, my point is that if you do need a high quality DSLR to start with, go with Nikon or Canon, while if your most concern is budget, Pentax is cheaper but "cheaper" image quality as well.
Great camera for the price December 21, 2009
Charlene (Holliston, MA)
I was upgrading from a Sony point and shoot digital camera. Before the Sony, I had a Minolta SLR film camera way back when. I wanted to get back into a SLR. I would not have considered the Pentax K200D except for the fact that Consumer Reports rated this a best buy. I had also looked at the Canon Xsi and the Nikon D60. They seems flimsy compared to the Pentax. I liked the fact that the K200D has in camera stabilization instead of in the lenses and a dust proof weather resistant body. Pentax seems to have very high quality lens. The Canon and Nikon I believe both have live view which I did not care for.
I've had the camera for a month and have been very pleased with it. It's easy to use, menus are intuitive. Some people thought the camera was a bit heavy but I have not found that to be an issue at all - feels solid in my small hands.
The batteries that came with the camera (Energizer Lithiums) only last about 500 shots so I am trying some rechargeables (many people suggest using the Enelops).
I bought the camera in December and then learned it was no longer being made. Did that change my decision? No, I am still happy I made the purchase. I did not like the newer models because most of them have video which I am not interested in.
All in all very pleased with purchase!
 Great DSLR For the price December 17, 2009
OD18 (APO, AE United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I had my K200 for about 18 Months and have over 50k exposures and I can say it does hunt (trying to focus) on some shots where there are too many reference points, it depends on your f-stop, the buffer speed is slow and yes it is the noise reduction feature, this camera is not so good at night shots but overall its one of the best for unique features like, water, dust resistant and AA battery use. I use rechargeable one and if you want to just make sure they are the 2,650mAh capacity I get about 2k exposures per charge. This camera is great if you want to be able to take in the next step in Photography. I've used my in 120degree desert conditions to below freezing and hurricane weather, and never had to worry about dust or water getting in the camera. Flickr has a group for the Pentax K200 check out the quality of this camera.
First DSLR December 6, 2009
Lonny L. Mueller
I have been shooting pictures for over 30 years. I started with the K1000 and have been loyal to pentax ever since. I have used other top brands and feel that they are good, but always find pentax quality and price to be unsupased. From my medium format to 35mm the k200d is the camera I have been waiting for. It is a weather tight rugged work horse at an unbelievable price.I puchased the body only for it is compatable with virtualy all my other equipment.
I find the k200d is not as fast to focus as its film counterparts.Time between shots slightly slower, but the picture quality is sharp, color is spot on,and the unit is a breeze to operate with all the same familiar settings I am used to. I am glad that I have waited. This camera has welcomed me to the DSLR era with every thing I need. It has easily became the first tool I reach for because I know it will get the job done. I would highly recomend this camera to anyone. It takes awsome portraits both inside and out.
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