Compare Pentax K100D Digital Camera to Pentax K-r Body Only Digital Camera

Still can't decide?

Ask your friends!
Pentax K100D

Pentax K100D Digital Camera

Pentax K-r

Pentax K-r Body Only Digital Camera

$829.99  |  1 store
 
From $589.00  |  4 stores
Product Description
Compatible with any PENTAX lens ever produced* and featuring Shake Reduction, the affordable PENTAX K100D is the kind of camera that makes history. Picture a large 2.5 inch LCD monitor with... More
Compatible with any PENTAX lens ever produced* and featuring Shake Reduction, the affordable PENTAX K100D is the kind of camera that makes history. Picture a large 2.5 inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixel resolution and a friendly Mode Dial offering Auto Picture and Picture modes as well as new Scene modes for even simpler photography. The 6.1 megapixel APS-C size CCD and sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering delivers outstanding image reproduction, while the bright, high-precision PENTAX mirror viewfinder features with 0.85X magnification. All these features combine in a compact design with high-rigidity stainless-steel chassis that is built to last. Less
The compact, lightweight PENTAX K-r is easy to use with Auto Picture, Scene, and Custom Image Processing modes that take the guesswork out of shooting stunning images while still offering a... More
The compact, lightweight PENTAX K-r is easy to use with Auto Picture, Scene, and Custom Image Processing modes that take the guesswork out of shooting stunning images while still offering a high degree of manual and priority control. The K-r offers a variety of features including a fast frame rate, 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. Less
Great Deals Visit Store Smart Buy
eBay $589.00
Free Shipping
Key Features   
HD Recording Format - 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type SLR/Professional SLR/Professional
Weight 1.24 lb. 1.2 lb.
LCD Screen Size 2.5 in. 3 in.
Resolution 6.3 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Features - Image Stabilization • Red-eye Correction • HDR (High Dynamic Range) Function
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 6.3 Megapixel 12.9 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CCD CMOS
Image Resolutions 3008 x 2008 • 2400 x 1600 • 1536 x 1024 3072 x 2048 • 1728 x 1152 • 4288 x 2848 • 3936 x 2624
Video   
Video Resolutions - 640 x 480 (VGA) • HD (1280 x 720)
Video Format - AVI • Motion JPEG • HD (High Definition)
Max Movie Length - Without Limit (Depends on the camera free memory size)
Video Speed - 25 fps
Lens   
Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Focus Type Autofocus & Manual Focus -
Exposure Control   
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/4000 sec 30 - 1/6000 sec
Frames Per Second 2.8 Frames 6 Frames
White Balance Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset) Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Cloudy (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Tungsten (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions Flash Off • Auto Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Forced On -
Flash Type Built-In & External External
ISO Speeds Auto • 200 • 400 • 800 • 1600 • 3200 Auto • 100 • 200 • 1600 • 12800 • 25600
Storage   
File Size (High Res.) 6 MB (21 images on 128MB card) -
Memory Type SD Card SD Card • SDHC Card
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image • EXIF 2.2 • DCF • DPOF Raw Image • DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Compression Modes Fine • SuperFine • Normal • Uncompressed -
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 12 Sec. 2 Sec. • 12 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount -
Built-in Microphone Without Built-in Microphone -
Built-in Speaker Without Built-in Speaker -
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens) Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 210,000 pixels 921,000 pixels
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out Video Out
Interface Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0
Power Supply   
Battery Type - Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life - 1,600 Images
System Requirements   
Operating System Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition • Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista • Apple Mac OS X 10 • Microsoft Windows 7
Dimensions   
Weight 1.24 lb. 1.2 lb.
Depth 2.8 in. 2.7 in.
Height 3.6 in. 3.8 in.
Width 5.1 in. 4.9 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 840356864952 27075175709
Product ID 35415519 102385172
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Video Cable • 4 x AA Rechargeable Batteries • Strap Software • USB Cable • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Strap • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery
Release Date July, 2006 -
Family Line Pentax K Pentax K
Product MPN   
MPN K100D 14664
 
Consumer Reviews
Pentax K100D
Pentax K100D Digital Camera
$829.99
Pentax K-r
Pentax K-r Body Only Digital Camera
From $589.00

Product Review Summary

5.0
Based on 6 user reviews
100% recommend this product
5 stars
6
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
  • None Yet

Consumer Reviews

57

Eat your heart out Canon & Nikon

byjzorns Nov 10, 2008
15 Helpfuls 16 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Body-integral anti-shake, superior Pentax optics & build quality
Cons No anti-dust feature for the sensor
Recommended it? Yes

I bought my Pentax K100D when I was ready to move up from my Olympus superzoom "prosumer" point & shoot camera.

I bought it to get into digital SLRs. I already have an outstanding Olympus OM system for film, and a nice little Canon Elph for a pocket size digital. I wanted top-quality optics,... Read full review »

5

Great beginner DSLR

bystereogtx Jun 22, 2009
10 Helpfuls 11 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Great UI<br>Image Quality<br>Feels Great<br>Best beginner...
Cons Sometimes images come out underexposed<br>Annoying gel stripe on the left
Recommended it? Yes

I've had this camera for about two years and I am very pleased with it. I only paid around $280 for the whole kit, which was a great value. The choice was between a Canon S3 and the Pentax, and I went for this K100D and still haven't regretted it.

Interface:

This camera is pretty easy... Read full review »

Read All Reviews »
No review for this product yet.
 
 
Add to Comparison Pentax K20D Body Only Digital Camera $2,199
Add to comparison
Pentax K-r Digital Camera with... $599
Add to comparison
Pentax K-01 Digital Camera $697
Add to comparison
Panasonic EOS 600D / Rebel T3i Body... $559
Add to comparison
Pentax K-5 Body Only Digital Camera $849
Add to comparison
Pentax K-01 Body Only Digital Camera $699
Add to comparison
Pentax K10D Digital Camera with... $629
Add to comparison
Pentax K-x Digital Camera with... $583
Add to comparison
Pentax K-7 Body Only Digital Camera $849
Add to comparison

Prices are provided by the merchants. We assume no responsibility for accuracy of price information provided by merchants. Please alert us to any pricing discrepancies and we will alert the merchant. Sales taxes are estimated at the zip code level. Shipping costs are estimates. Please check store for exact shipping costs. To learn more about why certain stores are listed on the site, click here

Product specifications are obtained from third parties, and while we make every effort to assure the accuracy of product information, we do not assume any liability for inaccuracies. Store ratings and product reviews are written and submitted by online shoppers to assist you as you shop. They do not reflect our opinions. We take no responsibility for the content of ratings and reviews submitted by users.

Copyright © 2000-2012 Shopping.com

http://img.shoppingshadow.com/jfe/JavaFrontEnd-fe118.rtb14.p1-8321
http://img.shopping.com/jfe/JavaFrontEnd-fe118.rtb14.p1-8321