Housed in one of the world’s smallest, lightest digital SLR body, the *istD comes equipped with an array of advanced functions and user-friendly features, including: a large sized CCD with impressive 6.1 effective megapixels, a responsive SAFOX VIII autofocus system with 11-point AF sensor, a sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering system, a bright viewfinder with a newly developed compact glass pentaprism, an innovative “Hyper” operating system, 22 user-adjustable custom functions and compatibility with existing PENTAX 35mm-format interchangeable lenses and accessories.