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Pentax *ist DSLR

Started Mar 30, 2013 | Discussions thread
JNR
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Re: Pentax *ist DSLR

Assuming it is an *istD, CCD is right - and $100 is a fair price. The sensor quality is fine, considering that it is only 6 mp. Screen is small, but very good with wonderful AR. Another big advantage is the camera accepts the superior old TTL technology - and you can use the old version of TTL (such as a Vivitar with a Pentax module) commonly available used and cheap.

Down sides are that the processing is very slow, and the JPEGs are soft. However, if you are willing to shoot RAW and can accept slow shot-to-shot times (compared to modern cameras), you get fine image quality and a very compact unit.

Good luck with your decision.

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