Overview
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
LCD Screen
2.7
MemoryCards
SD/SDHC
Resolution
Not Supplied
File Formats
JPEG/RAW
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
Flash Modes
Unknown
Flash Range
11m
Shooting Modes
Unknown
Maximum Movie Resolution
N/A
Maximum Movie Frames Per Second
N/A
Maximum Movie Duration
N/A
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
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Pentax K-m Specification
