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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
List Price: $699.95
Buy New: $558.88
You Save: $141.07 (20%)
New (58) Used (2) from $499.98
Rating:  71 reviews
Sales Rank: 219
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.7
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: 027075139855
EAN: 0027075139855
ASIN: B0012Q72IY
Release Date: March 6, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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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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| Customer Reviews: Read 66 more reviews...
 Very nice starter camera November 30, 2008
Johnny Burden
I've been using this camera for several months now for a color photography course at my school. I very much enjoy using it as it feels sturdy and fits perfectly in my hands. The only real limitation that I've had with the camera is the poor shooting speed. It wouldn't stop me from buying it over the competition, but it does encourage me to upgrade to a Nikon D90/Canon 40D whenever I get the chance to.
I shoot mostly RAW files because of how well you can edit them when compared with the default jpegs. You can get some really nice shots/detail with them. I do use the RAW+ featuer so that I can quickly and easily view my photos on my computer and edit out the unuseable pictures.
I have some long-lasting Kodak rechargeable batteries and they last more than long enough for me to use it for a day. I have the 18-250mm lens kit and while its pretty nice, I don't use it much beyond 125 or so. I do have the battery grip as well which is very useful to have.
I've gotten some really nice shots with the camera over the semester and it's very nice for the price. I'd defiantly recommend it to anyone whose looking for a beginner SLR and does not mind the low burst rate.
Absolutely Fabulous Camera November 24, 2008
Douglas Peterson (McHenry, IL)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A funny thing happened on the golf course, I left my Kodak camera in a cup holder, my son-in-law hit the gas while I was out shagging a ball. Camera fell and the lens popped off and fell into the grass somewhere in the 15th fairway!
Oh well, time for a new camera!
Know that a trip was coming up (Holy Land Tour) I decided to ask my wife for a really nice camera. At first I was looking very hard at the Nikon D-60 and also an Olympus. But then I happened upon the customer feedback for the Pentax K-200. This with the fact I had a Pentax 70-200MM zoom lens orphaned to me years ago, sold me on this camera.
I took the plunge and could not be happier!
This camera rocks! I'm still learning it, but even taking auto-auto pictures gives you superb pictures!
Another thing that sold me is the weather proofing features that the others did NOT have. Trekking around the dead sea and other dusty areas and having my camera ruined just isn't going to cut it!
While this camera is a tad heavier than the Nikon, it's not unbearable by any means.
Lastly, Pentax has been making cameras for decades and decades. You've got a solid brand and reputation backing your purchase up.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving and Blessed Merry Christmas to all!
Pentax K200D Digital Camera November 24, 2008
Dylan Gifford
This camera has a great feel. It has tons of features and most importantly, it's super easy to take great pictures. This camera is a great purchase in comparison to the big camera names. You'll get way more bang for your buck by purchasing this Pentax rather than some other camera. In short, there is no way anyone that pays the $500-$600 for this camera will be disappointed!!
Couldn't be much happier November 23, 2008
Daniel Wickham (Western NY-USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Pentax K200D 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Shake Reduction (Body Only)
Let me add to the positive reviews for this camera, and please realize I am a picture taker, not a commercial Pro, so my viewpoint may differ a bit. I have had Pentax cameras since the sixties in one form or another. I have also had Canons, and Nikons. This is not to put down any of them, I just think Pentax stands side by side with the best of them.
This model, K200d< will make most anyone very happy with the results. If you do your part, it will do it's part. If the default settings for "vividness-sharpness-contrast-etc) aren't to your liking they can easily be changed. ISO from 100-1600 are very useable. Even at 1600 the noise is minimal, not like most "point and shoots" where anything above 200 shows noticable to severe static. (that is one of the biggest advantages of a DSLR--you can shoot in light that would stop you otherwise) The shake reduction may not be the miracle that Pentax claims, but it is a great tool and will save some otherwise lost/blurred shots. Just don't expect to use a 400mm lens at dusk, handheld, unless you are a statue.
This model has been criticized for having to use the menus instead of a readily available dedicated wheel, or button. True, The K20 is nicer in that way, with the extra control wheel, and such. BUT, most of us will find our favorite settings in the menus and leave them pretty much alone. If you are using AV or TV modes, it isn't difficult to use a finger, and your thumb at the same time, unless you fall down a lot while trying to walk and chew gum at the same time. This is something a pro would use all the time, so it is a THING to them, but not a biggie for the average guy/gal, at least it has been a big 0 in the "pita" category for me.
You can also readjust your shots in the camera, to a degree. Or shoot RAW and you can really readjust shots. Some claim you need to shoot RAW to get nice resolution, or colors. I shoot jpeg 90% of the time, and my shots (if I do my part) are very colorful, and resolution is not a problem. If I were shooting a wedding, I will use RAW as a precaution, but have not found it necessary. If you prefer RAW, then by all means it is there for you. Some say Pentax always tends to under expose. Well, they do, but you can lighten up an image if need be to correct it, many Nikon shots get blown out by bright colors, and that is hard to impossible to fix. Both cameras (and canon-panasonic-sony-etc) also let you + or - the compensation to fix whatever you see as a problem, so if you think it underexposes set it +1, and try that. If it over exposes try -1 and try that until you are where you want to be. In short this will do just about anything you need to do. You can go AUTO, and be very happy once you set it up, or you can be as creative as you can be. The K20 offers a few helpful things to the Pro, but not much useable for the general population. The extra MP's aren't needed for general pictures or most any pictures. The only thing I really wish the K200d had is a "light up" lcd on the top of the camera, I find that would be beneficial to me. The K20 has it, but at another 500 bucks or thereabouts. I'll suffer through. Until I win the lottery, this is my baby, and I love her. As Mom always said "try it, you'll like it"
I did get the battery grip for it. It gives you more to grip, thought this camera is quite comfortable to my hand.Also it has an EV lock, and shutter button on the ends for ease of use in different positions.
Battery life with rechargeables, and lithium is great. Shoot all day, with flash, and screen under most situations. The grip will hold four more AA's to double the life. That is another thing I like, some don't. I like the AA battery power. They are easy to get in an emergency. Dedicated batteries are nice, but try to find one for your camera in a town with no camera shop. Even then a camera shop with Pentax cameras. Pentax, the inventors of so many firsts, and I think the one company that likes photography above gadgets, not that they can't make a gadget. My friend has Nikons, and he does some really nice work with them, but he spent big bucks on lenses,(the lens is the secret, not the camera as far a clarity goes) where I use kit lenses, and many of my old Takumars-M-A lenses, and screw m42s. You can use them all, even Ricoh has mounts for Pentax.(and some Sears) Just remember to take out the Ricoh locking pin (easy with a small screwdriver) or the lens will get stuck on your camera. Dan
Fabulous! November 11, 2008
Kelly
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've had the K200D for about two weeks now and have no regrets. This is the best camera out there for the money. If you have any interest at all in learning to take better pictures this camera will be ready as you learn more, but it's also good for the true beginner with lots of auto modes to help you.
I think the things that make this better than the competition are 1) shake reduction in the body. When you start buying lenses you don't have to keep paying for that feature in every single lens (nikon VR?) 2)very durable body construction and weather/dust sealed. Any DA lenses you attach are as well. This is only available in cameras for the pros normally. 3)all pentax lenses for the last 3 or 4 decades can be used, some older manual ones need a $10 adapter--but you can buy tons of used awesome old lenses on ebay for very cheap. 4)this kit lens is the best kit lens out there. I've read alot of reviews and all the experts agree this is the best. It was made for the camera that is one step up from this model--but it's included with the K200D as well. 5)Pentax has an awesome PRIME lens for under $200 (amazon) that everyone raves about. I got it and I agree. FA 50mm F1.4 Get it. You won't be sorry. 5)the RAW button on the side is quite a nice perk. You can program it to suit your needs and it saves you from going into menus to make changes on the fly.6)Takes great pictures--gorgeous colors--makes me look good!7) the menus are clear and easy to understand. There are even some interesting ways to edit your photos right on the camera. I also like the HDR feature which gives more detail in the shadows than would normally be picked up. Thats alot of bells and whistles for an "entry level" DSLR.
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