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Pentax Announces Pentax K-r Mid Level DSLR


The Pentax K-r is a mid level DSLR with fast framerate, high ISO sensitivity, responsive autofocus, an improved 12.4 megapixel low-noise sensor and widescreen HD video capture.

Its APS-C, 12.4 MP CMOS sensor offers a sensitivity range from ISO 100-256000. (The K-x offers a max ISO of 128,000.) The combination of high sensor sensitivity and Shake Reduction will ensure sharp images in low light conditions.

The camera features a 11 point wide angle SAFOX VIII autofocus that tracks moving subjects, with dedicated AF assist lamp.

It can capture 25 images in a single sequence at 6 FPS (4.7 fps in K-x) and records Widescreen 720p (1280 x 720) HD video at 25 FPS.

It features Large 3 inch (2.7-inch in the K-x) LCD with 921,000 dots of resolution.

A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed.

Other important features of the new K-r models include

Dust Removal In-camera image processing
Special effects filters.
Dual-power-source. (The rechargeable lithium-ion battery can be swapped for AA-size battery.)

The PENTAX K-r digital SLR will ship in October 2010 for as follows:

K-r Body Kit $799.95 USD K-r Lens Kit w 18-55 $849.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 50-200 $899.95 USD
K-r Double Lens Kit w 18-55, 55-300 $999.95 USD

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