Pentax K-m

The Pentax K-m is an entry level Digital SLR. It has 10 megapixels. This is a lightweight model weighing 525g without a lens, battery or memory card. It is aimed at enthusiastic amateur photographers who are looking for the first step up from a more advanced compact digital camera.

It has a number of the latest features to be introduced to entry level Digital SLRs such as built in image stabilisation and dust removal. As well as manual exposure modes (manual, aperture priority and shutter priority) it also has a number of features you may recognise from a compact digital camera such as scene modes and automatic shooting. 16 segment Through The Lens metering is available with options for multi point, centre weighted and spot.

You can opt to buy the camera body or Pentax also offer a couple of kit options. These include a wide angle lens or both a wide angle and telephoto lenses.

Pentax K-m Specification

Style	Digital SLR
Megapixels	10
Resolution	Not Supplied
File Formats	JPEG/RAW
Memory Cards	SD/SDHC
Shutter Speed	1/4000 - 30 seconds and bulb
Sensitivity	ISO 100 - 3200
White Balance Settings	Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy,Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light (W, D, N), Flash, Manual setting, with WB fine adjustment
ExposureCompensation	-2EV to +2EV (in 1/2 or 1/3EV steps)
Viewfinder	Penta-mirror type
LCD Screen	2.7 inches
Flash Modes	Unknown
Flash Range	11m
Metering	Intelligent Multiple, Center Weighted, Spot
ManualControls	Manual exposure, aperture priority, shutter priority
Image Stabilisation	Yes
Lens Converters	No
Self Timer	10 seconds or 2 seconds
Video Out (TV Playback)	Yes
Computer Connection	Yes
Batteries	AA
Dimensions	122.5 x 91.5 x 67.5mm
Weight	525g