Custom Functions
P E N TA X
*IST DATE
High Performance
◆The *ist offers 17 custom functions enabling the photographer to customize some basic camera functions to suit individual preferences. These functions include the AF pointer display in the viewfinder, the LED illuminator operation mode in the LCD panel, the order of exposures in the auto bracketing mode, and the timing of remote shutter release.
LCD Data Panel
◆Located on the back panel, is a large,
With the custom functions, users may select automatic illumination under
Viewfinder and LCD
◆ Bright viewfinder with |
LCD viewfinder indicator and AF pointer. |
◆The
◆Auto exposure bracketing lets you get the right exposure. With a single shutter release, you can capture three different exposures of the same subject (in order of proper expo- sure,
◆Handy wireless remote control. In combina- tion with the optional Remote Control F, the *ist Date offers the convenience of remote shutter release from a distance. The user can select either an instant release or a
◆Creative
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◆Durable metallic lens mount to hold the lens firmly in place and minimize wear caused by countless lens changes.
◆Data recording capability allows users to automatically record the date, or day and time, of
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Thanks to the renowned |
Matte focusing screen, the *ist offers a |
sharp, clear viewfinder image even in |
unfavorable lighting conditions. The LCD |
viewfinder indicator at the bottom pro- |
vides a full range of information, includ- |
ing the selected Picture Mode and expo- |
sure compensation factors. |
◆ For easy data confirmation, the *ist comes |
equipped with automatic brightness con- |
trol to change the brightness level in pro- |
portion to the subject’s lighting condition. |
Within its image field, the viewfinder fea- |
tures LED AF pointers, one of which lights |
up to indicate the |
◆ Diopter adjustment allows users to adjust |
the viewfinder image between |
and +1.0m- 1 to obtain the clearest view of |
the subject. |
◆ The |
electronically operated for easy confirma- |
tion of the |
before the shot to help ensure photogra- |
phers create their desired visual effect. |
*ist Date Specifications
• Lens Mount: Pentax KAF2 (also KAF, KA | • Exposure Bracketing: 3 Frames in 0.3, | |
& K mounts usable) | 0.5, or 1.0 EV increments | |
• Focus Modes: One Shot AF, continuous | • ISO Range: | |
AF and manual | manual setting | |
• Focus Type: TTL Phase detection (11- | • | |
point AF with dual crosshair sensors ) | • Film Wind: Single & continuous at 2.5 | |
• Focusing Sensitivity Range: EV | ||
frames per second | ||
(@ ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens ) | • Focusing Screen: Fixed matte field with | |
• Exposure Modes: Auto picture mode, | ||
AF points | ||
6 picture modes, Shutter and Aperture | ||
• Diopter Correction: ( | ||
priority AE, metered manual & bulb | ||
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• Exposure Metering: TTL | • Self Timer: 2- or | |
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metering, Centerweighted and Spot | • | |
• Metering Range @ ISO 100 with f/1.4 | • Mirror | |
Lens: EV | • Multiple Exposure: Yes | |
• Shutter Speed: 1/4000 to 30 seconds + B, | ||
• Power: Two CR2 3v lithium batteries | ||
with sync at 1/125th | ||
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• Exposure Compensation: ± 3 EV in 0.5 | • Dimensions: 4.8 x 3.3 x 2.5˝ WxHxD | |
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EV increments | • Weight: 11.8 oz ( 335g ) |
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