Name: Pentax K-S2 Digital SLR Camera with 18-50mm WR Lens, 20.12MP, 3" Vari-Angle LCD Display, Wi-Fi/NFC Ready, SAFOX X AF System, USB 2.0/HDMI, Forest Green
Brand: Pentax
SKU: IPXKS2FG1850
Price: 539.95 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4 (2 reviews)

Pentax K-S2 Digital SLR Camera with 18-50mm WR Lens, 20.12MP, 3" Vari-Angle LCD Display, Wi-Fi/NFC Ready, SAFOX X AF System, USB 2.0/HDMI, Forest Green

Pentax K-S2

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Pentax K-S2 DSLR Camera with 18-50mm WR Lens- Forest Green

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Buy: Pentax K-S2 Digital SLR Camera with 18-50mm WR Lens, 20.12MP, 3" Vari-Angle LCD Display, Wi-Fi/NFC Ready, SAFOX X AF System, USB 2.0/HDMI, Forest Green Configuration: Body & Lens, Connectivity: WiFi, Format: APS-C Camera, Frames Per Second: 5.5

A tough body that can venture anywhere with full-featured performance that expands possibilities. Get ready to experience a new way to enjoy photos with the Pentax K-S2.  Optical viewfinder with approx. 100% field of view  This camera is equipped with a glass pentaprism optical viewfinder. The 0.95x viewfinder magnification and approximate 100% viewfinder coverage is now achieved. With this feature, checking focus and composition is easy and you can shoot with focus on the subject.   In-body shake reduction (SR)  This camera employs the original shake reduction (SR) mechanism. It effectively reduces camera shake with all lenses, from ultra-wide angle to super-telephoto. Using SR with an image stabilization effect of 3.5 stops, the camera automatically applies horizontal correction for countering minute horizontal tilting that occurs when pressing the shutter button.  SAFOX x  This camera is equipped with the SAFOX x AF system. In addition to a high-sensitivity AF sensor that is perfect for shooting in the dark, it is equipped with a diffractive lens in the optical system. Chromatic aberrations are kept to an absolute minimum and focus detection accuracy is increased. Algorithms are used to increase AF speed even further.   -3EV low-luminance AF  By using a high-sensitivity AF sensor, the AF low-luminance limit is expanded to -3EV (9 center sensors). This enables accurate AF even in dark locations and reduces the effects of bright sections in backlit conditions for accurate capturing of low-contrast subjects.   11 sensor (9 cross-type sensors) AF system  The 11 AF sensor points let you freely compose shots. Nine of these points are cross-type sensors that make it easier to catch subjects. The center AF points make it possible to focus in the most difficult situations, such as when using a large-diameter lens with a narrow depth of field.   Expanded Area AF  When using Expanded Area AF, surrounding AF sensors will automatically be used even if the subject moves away from the selected AF sensor points. This technology lets you continuously capture moving subjects.   1/6000 sec. high-speed shutter  This camera is equipped with a 1/6000 sec. high-speed shutter. With it, you can capture split-second movements of active subjects in sharp detail.   Approx. 5.5 fps high-speed continuous shooting  Up to approximately 5.5 fps high-speed continuous shooting is possible. Because the movement and expression that changes from moment to moment is captured continuously without missing a shot, you can select the best shot afterward.   Double e-dials  The camera body is equipped with two e-dials; one on the front and one on the rear. With the Pentax-original Hyper Control System, each of those dials can be used to instantly reflect the aperture and shutter speed, making quick exposure settings possible while looking through the viewfinder.   Shooting modes  The mode dial is equipped with a full lineup of shooting modes. Two USER Modes are also available to register frequently-used settings for easy activation at any time.   World's slimmest standard zoom lens  The zoom lens part of the kit lens lineup is kept to 41mm when retracted, thanks to the newly-developed lens barrel mechanism. It has a focal length of 27.5 to 76.5mm (35mm equivalent). The camera is easy to take with you when this lens is attached and the in-lens DC motor drive makes AF operation silent. It also features the same weather-resistant construction as the camera body.   Weather-resistant/dustproof body  A weather-resistant/dustproof construction was employed for shooting outdoors. Sealing was used on 100 different locations, including buttons, dials and covers, to prevent rain, water droplets, sand and dust from getting into the camera.   20M CMOS image sensor  The effective pixels of this camera are approx. 20.12 megapixel. To give further priority to resolution, it does not use an AA-filter. This enables capturing the finest details for expressing the beautiful imaging performance through colors with a sense of transparency.   AA (anti-aliasing) Filter Simulator  The AA (anti-aliasing) filter simulator is the technology using shake reduction (SR) mechanism that achieves the same effect as an optical AA filter. The image sensor is driven in minute increments during exposures to significantly reduce false colors and moire. This single camera has the benefit of two: one equipped with an AA-filter and one without an AA-filter.   PRIME M II  The latest original PRIME M II imaging engine is used on this camera. Together with the high-performance sensor, beautiful depiction with minimal roughness, transparent colors and a natural sense of details is possible even at high ISO sensitivity.   Diffraction Correction, Lens Correction, Color Fringe Correction and Color moire Correction  The camera corrects various issues such as distortion and color bleeding due to lens characteristics, loss of peripheral light and loss of resolution due to stopping down the aperture. A higher level of digital image quality is achieved through Color Fringe Correction during RAW development and Color moire Correction when editing images.   Clarity Enhancement  Clarity Enhancement, the Ricoh-original image processing technology, is designed to fit human visual characteristics for imaging with a three-dimensional feel. This technology gives images the finest textures overflowing with realism.   Maximum ISO 51200  The high-performance CMOS image sensor and imaging engine make the ultra-high sensitivity of Maximum ISO 51200 possible. Noise is minimized even in dark locations for shooting without a tripod or flash.   77 Multi-segment metering  The screen is split into 77 segments for detailed contrast metering. The total exposure is then determined based on information such as subject position and distance. The correct exposure can be obtained even in backlit situations or scenes with a high amount of contrast.   Vari-angle LCD monitor  This camera is equipped with a vari-angle LCD monitor, so you can freely adjust the angle in any way. Expand the possibilities of Live View shooting by stretching your arms to shoot from a high angle and getting down low to approach the subject from a low angle. The Electronic Level can also be displayed on the monitor, giving you an objective viewpoint when checking the tilt of the composition.   Wi-Fi ready  This camera is compatible with wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) so you can wirelessly connect to a Smartphone or tablet. Import images on the spot so you can enjoy them right then and there.   NFC ready  This camera is NFC (Near Field Communication) ready, so you can simply wave your Smartphone over it to communicate. Simply touch an NFC-ready Smartphone to the camera body to pair the two devices for easy photo transfer and remote shooting functionality.   "Image Sync" dedicated app  The newly developed "Image Sync" app expands the fun of using a Smartphone and camera together. You can control shooting from the palm of your hand and adjust the aperture, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity. You can also view images on your Smartphone and upload your favorites to social networking services.   Remote shooting  You can remotely operate the camera from a Smartphone or tablet. Operate the shutter while viewing the Live View image in the palm of your hand and view images.   Full HD movie  You can utilize the advantage of the SLR that you can interchange with various lenses to capture charming Full HD movies. You also can use the electronic shake reduction and digital filters when recording movies as well. These features result in movies with both a personality of their own and excellent image quality.   GPS unit compatible  This camera is compatible with the high-performance O-GPS1 clip-on type GPS unit (optional). You can record the latitude and longitude along with shooting data, along with displaying the accurate direction from an electronic compass. This accessory is also useful for astrophotography. With it you can calculate the movement of celestial bodies, letting you captures beautiful still images of stars as points of light.   Take self portraits  If you point the lens toward yourself, swivel the LCD monitor and switch to Live View shooting, the new self portrait shutter button light begins to glow. Then you can use the other button which is in a position where it is easier to press and you can shoot holding the camera with one hand.   Custom Image  Custom Image gives you the ability to obtain your ideal colors and tones in shots. Eleven different options are available and parameters such as the saturation, hue, key and contrast can be freely adjusted. Enjoy imaging expressions that are entirely your own.   Digital Filter  Digital Filter gives you the ability to produce dramatic and unique expressions. In addition to adjusting effects, you can apply up to 20 different processes.   Scene Mode  With this function, the camera automatically controls settings to perfectly match the scene. There are a total of 19 difference scenes, including Forest and Food.   A-HDR mode  In addition to usual HDR photography, A-HDR mode (Advanced HDR mode) with the benefits of Clarity Enhancement technology is equipped. You can capture photos with a more dramatic finish than ever.

Very good little camera. Native fine JPEG capture exceeds expectations. Menus are simple clear and intuitive. Body is robust and not so small you fumble with features. It truly is a lot of camera for the money. I leave my Canon EOS 5D Mark III at home when I take to the streets to make pictures. I have had prints made at Adoramapix up to 12x18 on metal that are awesome and this camera's WIFI abilities allow you to sync it with your smart phone. Over all it is practical easy to use and loads of fun just like the old K-1000.....oh yeah you can use all the great Takumar K mount lenses and with an adapter the old Honeywell SpotMatic screw mount lenses and I even found an adapter for my Leica M lenses. Simply if you like to make pictures it is easy and a lot of fun and comes in Jazzy Colors.

Very good little camera

I have only had this version a couple of weeks and so far I really like it.  It is easy to use, still a little heavy.  I do hate that the manual is so much smaller now and that then lens no longer come with a lens hood.

Pentax K-S2 Digital SLR Camera with 18-50mm WR Lens, 20.12MP, 3" Vari-Angle LCD Display, Wi-Fi/NFC Ready, SAFOX X AF System, USB 2.0/HDMI, Forest Green

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