Kodak DCS620 DSLR Camera
The Kodak DCS620 is a 2MP APS-H DSLR camera — known for its Nikon F5-Based Body and Nikon F-Mount Compatible. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Kodak DCS620
Key Features — Kodak DCS620
Nikon F5-Based Body: Built on the professional Nikon F5 chassis, providing a robust and ergonomically proven platform familiar to working photojournalists of the era.
Nikon F-Mount Compatible: Accepts the full range of Nikon F-mount lenses, giving shooters access to a broad selection of Nikkor and third-party glass.
2MP APS-H Sensor: Outputs images up to 1728x1152 pixels, representative of early professional digital capture at a time when digital DSLRs were just entering newsroom workflows.
ISO 200–1600 Range: Covers a workable sensitivity window for both well-lit and low-light shooting situations without additional exposure aids.
Phase Detection Autofocus: Inherits the F5's phase detection AF system for fast, reliable subject acquisition during shooting.
3.5 fps Burst Shooting: Continuous shooting at up to 3.5 frames per second makes the camera capable of capturing fast-moving subjects such as sports or news events.
Specifications — Kodak DCS620
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Sports |
| Type | DSLR |
| Sensor | APS-H |
| Resolution | 2MP |
| ISO Range | 200 – 1600 |
| AF System | Phase Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 1728x1152 |
| Burst Rate | 3.5 fps |
| Display | 2 inch LCD |
| Display Resolution | 72,000 dots |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Storage Media | PCMCIA |
Description — Kodak DCS620
The Kodak DCS620 is a DSLR built on the Nikon F5 body, making it a substantial piece of equipment at 194 x 158 x 88 mm and 1,580g. It accepts Nikon F-mount lenses and uses a phase detection autofocus system. The APS-H sensor delivers a maximum resolution of 2MP at 1728x1152 pixels, with an ISO range spanning 200 to 1600.
For action-oriented shooting, the camera offers burst mode capability at up to 3.5 frames per second. Image review is handled via a 2-inch LCD with 72,000 dots resolution. Storage is via PCMCIA media, and the camera connects to computers via USB.
Power is supplied by a Kodak NiCd or NiMH battery. There is no in-body or digital image stabilization, and no WiFi or Bluetooth connectivity. No video recording capability is documented in the specifications.
Pros — Kodak DCS620
- ✓Nikon F-mount lens compatibility opens access to a wide range of F-mount lenses
- ✓Phase detection autofocus system for reliable and responsive focusing
- ✓Burst shooting at up to 3.5 fps supports action and fast-paced shooting scenarios
Cons — Kodak DCS620
- ✗2MP sensor resolution (1728x1152 max) is very limited by modern standards
- ✗PCMCIA storage media is largely obsolete and difficult to source or use with current hardware
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
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