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Pentax K100D Super
dpreview.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D
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The K100D and K110D digital SLRs were announced in May 2006, aimed as a straight replacement for the *ist DS series (actually the DS2) these two SLRs are designed to appeal to the affordable end of the digital SLR market but don't compromise on features.
Review Verdict: When we reviewed the *ist DS it was a camera which equally surprised and disappointed; on one hand it was one of those cameras which functioned beyond its expectation or billing, and on the other it disappointed with its relatively poor in-camera image pr
The K100D and K110D digital SLRs were announced in May 2006, aimed as a straight replacement for the *ist DS series (actually the DS2) these two SLRs are designed to appeal to the affordable end of the digital SLR market but don't compromise on features.
Review Verdict: When we reviewed the *ist DS it was a camera which equally surprised and disappointed; on one hand it was one of those cameras which functioned beyond its expectation or billing, and on the other it disappointed with its relatively poor in-camera image pr
QuickTake:
Pros: About as good as six megapixel resolution gets, crisp and detailed, a big improvement, Excellent detail even at higher ISO's, overall noise levels on par with competition, Effective long exposure noise reduction (necessary too), Accurate and fast auto-foc
Cons: Limited continuous shooting capability, buffer only large enough for four JPEG frames, Over-saturated default image tone ('Bright'), can lead to channel clipping, Relatively loud shutter release, Slightly humorous user interface compromise ('Cntnuos expsr
cnet.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D (body only) Reviews
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Review Verdict: With its built-in image stabilization and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
Review Verdict: With its built-in image stabilization and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
QuickTake:
Pros: In-camera optical image stabilization; relatively compact; great mix of auto and manual features.
Cons: Auto white balance is warm in tungsten light; no raw-plus-JPEG mode; only 6 megapixels.
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.
Pentax K100D: a dSLR bargain
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Review Verdict: With its built-in image stabilisation and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market
Review Verdict: With its built-in image stabilisation and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market
QuickTake:
Pros: In-camera optical image stabilisation; relatively compact; great mix of auto and manual features
Cons: Auto white balance is warm in tungsten light; no raw-plus-JPEG mode; only 6 megapixels
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super
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The Pentax K100D Super lives up to its name with its easy-to-use operation and well-saturated, colourful images. The 6-megapixel dSLR is great value and delivers similar results to some 10-megapixel competitors. For someone looking to switch from film to
Review Verdict: In many ways, the operation and performance of the Pentax K100D Super exceeds expectations, given both its price and 'mere' 6-megapixel resolution. For just £370, it represents one of the biggest dSLR bargains out there for anyone looking to make th...
The Pentax K100D Super lives up to its name with its easy-to-use operation and well-saturated, colourful images. The 6-megapixel dSLR is great value and delivers similar results to some 10-megapixel competitors. For someone looking to switch from film to
Review Verdict: In many ways, the operation and performance of the Pentax K100D Super exceeds expectations, given both its price and 'mere' 6-megapixel resolution. For just £370, it represents one of the biggest dSLR bargains out there for anyone looking to make th...
QuickTake:
Pros: Results on a par with 10-megapixel competitors; 18-55mm lens included in price; 11-point autofocus system; warm, colour-rich images straight out of the camera; easy to use; reliable all-rounder
Cons: Bundled with non-rechargeable AA batteries; image noise at higher settings
cnet.com.au Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Review - Digital Cameras
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With its built-in image stabilisation and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
With its built-in image stabilisation and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
QuickTake:
Pros: In-camera optical image stabilisation, Relatively compact, Great mix of auto and manual features
Cons: Auto white balance is warm in tungsten light, No raw-plus-JPEG mode, Only 6 megapixels
cnet.com.au Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super Preview - Digital Cameras
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Pentax upgrades the venerable K100D with a superhero alter ego. Here's what we think about it.
Pentax upgrades the venerable K100D with a superhero alter ego. Here's what we think about it.
asia.cnet.com Professional Review.
This Pentax is a steal
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With its built-in image stabilization and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
With its built-in image stabilization and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.
QuickTake:
Pros: In-camera optical image stabilization; relatively compact; great mix of auto and manual features.
Cons: Auto white balance is warm in tungsten light; no raw-plus-JPEG mode; only 6 megapixels.
photokina-show.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D
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Pentax Corporation is pleased to introduce the Pentax K100D lens-interchangeable digital SLR camera. The new Pentax K100D combines 6.1 effective Megapixels with a host of advanced technologies, including a Pentax-original Shake Reduction (SR) system, to d
Pentax Corporation is pleased to introduce the Pentax K100D lens-interchangeable digital SLR camera. The new Pentax K100D combines 6.1 effective Megapixels with a host of advanced technologies, including a Pentax-original Shake Reduction (SR) system, to d
photokina-show.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D review at e-Fotografija
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DIWA member Matjaz Intihar from e-Fotografija has reviewed the Pentax K100D digital SLR camera. The Pentax 100D packs a large, high-performance 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD as its image sensor and incorporates a large 2.5 inch color LCD monitor on its back panel.
DIWA member Matjaz Intihar from e-Fotografija has reviewed the Pentax K100D digital SLR camera. The Pentax 100D packs a large, high-performance 23.5mm x 15.7mm CCD as its image sensor and incorporates a large 2.5 inch color LCD monitor on its back panel.
pcworld.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D
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This 6-megapixel SLR is a fine choice for beginning and intermediate shooters.
This 6-megapixel SLR is a fine choice for beginning and intermediate shooters.
QuickTake:
Pros: Solid construction; low price, Top-mounted LCD status display
Cons: Noisier images at high ISO settings, Low battery life
personal computer world Professional Review.
Review: Canon Powershot A640 digital camera
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Although they offer the ultimate in quality and flexibility, digital SLRs are simply too big for most of us to carry around...
Although they offer the ultimate in quality and flexibility, digital SLRs are simply too big for most of us to carry around...
trustedreviews.com Professional Review.
The UKs premier source of IT News and Reviews
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Pentax updates its DSLR range and thankfully comes up with a new name in the process.
Review Verdict: It may be the cheapest DSLR on the market, but the Pentax K100D isn't short of advanced features, performance or image quality, and can comfortably hold its own against the Nikon D40. Build quality, design and handling are all superb, and the Shake Reduct
Pentax updates its DSLR range and thankfully comes up with a new name in the process.
Review Verdict: It may be the cheapest DSLR on the market, but the Pentax K100D isn't short of advanced features, performance or image quality, and can comfortably hold its own against the Nikon D40. Build quality, design and handling are all superb, and the Shake Reduct
pcadvisor.co.uk Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super 6Mp DSLR camera
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The simple to use Pentax K100D Super looks every inch the real deal. It is a great choice if you want to make your first foray into digital SLR photography.
Review Verdict: IDG staff
The simple to use Pentax K100D Super looks every inch the real deal. It is a great choice if you want to make your first foray into digital SLR photography.
Review Verdict: IDG staff
macworld.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D (4mice)
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Because of its 6.1-megapixel sensor, you won't be able to enlarge the K100D's images as much as you can with a higher resolution camera, but for users who want a DSLR, and all of the flexibility that it provides, the K100D is a great entry-level camera, a
Review Verdict: For an entry-level camera, the K100D doesn't skimp on interface features. Sporting a bright 2.5-inch rear-mounted LCD, the K100D also provides a top-mounted LCD status display--something that a lot of entry-level cameras eschew, but which is especially we
Because of its 6.1-megapixel sensor, you won't be able to enlarge the K100D's images as much as you can with a higher resolution camera, but for users who want a DSLR, and all of the flexibility that it provides, the K100D is a great entry-level camera, a
Review Verdict: For an entry-level camera, the K100D doesn't skimp on interface features. Sporting a bright 2.5-inch rear-mounted LCD, the K100D also provides a top-mounted LCD status display--something that a lot of entry-level cameras eschew, but which is especially we
QuickTake:
Pros: Small size; good build quality; very good image quality; good basic feature set; top-mounted LCD status display; sensor-based image stabilization; affordable.
Cons: Sensor-based stabilization is not as good as lens-based stabilization; noisier images at ISO 800 and above; poor battery life.
digital photography blog Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super
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Pentax have today announce an update to their K100D DSLR by announcing the Pentax K100D Super. The Pentax K100D Super has CCD shift shake reduction technology, an ISO range of up to 3200, dust removal and support for supersonic drive motor (SDM) lenses. O
Pentax have today announce an update to their K100D DSLR by announcing the Pentax K100D Super. The Pentax K100D Super has CCD shift shake reduction technology, an ISO range of up to 3200, dust removal and support for supersonic drive motor (SDM) lenses. O
pocket-lint.co.uk Professional Review.
Pentax K100 D DSLR digital camera
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- The K100D is a compact well specified D-SLR that in terms of its retail price takes on the likes of Nikon's D50 but is specified closer to the Canon EOS 400D. It also replaces its predecessor, the *ist DS2. There's a lot of camera here for your money, s
Review Verdict: The K100D is a well-specified little D-SLR that looks like a mid-range model in specification terms but priced to fit the budget end of the market
- The K100D is a compact well specified D-SLR that in terms of its retail price takes on the likes of Nikon's D50 but is specified closer to the Canon EOS 400D. It also replaces its predecessor, the *ist DS2. There's a lot of camera here for your money, s
Review Verdict: The K100D is a well-specified little D-SLR that looks like a mid-range model in specification terms but priced to fit the budget end of the market
QuickTake:
Pros: Handling, image quality, ease of use, price
Cons: Pentamirror viewfinder, indistinct viewfinder info display, some key controls only in menus
whatdigitalcamera.com Professional Review.
Review of the Pentax K100D - Digital SLR Reviews
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Pentax's first K mount DSLR featuring a shake-reduction system......
Pentax's first K mount DSLR featuring a shake-reduction system......
steves-digicams.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Digital SLR
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The PENTAX K100D combines 6.1 effective megapixels of resolution with a host of advanced technologies including a Shake Reduction (SR) system to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and user-friendly operation to all levels of photographers.
The PENTAX K100D combines 6.1 effective megapixels of resolution with a host of advanced technologies including a Shake Reduction (SR) system to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and user-friendly operation to all levels of photographers.
imaging-resource.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Digital Camera - Review
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The Pentax K100D, along with its sibling the K110D, are the company's first DSLR models to forgo the rather confusing "*istD" branding. Both share an identical (newly developed) body and feature set, with the exception of an anti-shake mechanism - found o
Review Verdict: The Pentax K100D stores images on optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCards, in either Raw (uncompressed) or JPEG (compressed) formats. Connectivity includes both NTSC / PAL switchable video output and a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed computer link, as well as a DC in
The Pentax K100D, along with its sibling the K110D, are the company's first DSLR models to forgo the rather confusing "*istD" branding. Both share an identical (newly developed) body and feature set, with the exception of an anti-shake mechanism - found o
Review Verdict: The Pentax K100D stores images on optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCards, in either Raw (uncompressed) or JPEG (compressed) formats. Connectivity includes both NTSC / PAL switchable video output and a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed computer link, as well as a DC in
popphoto.com Professional Review.
Hands On: Pentax K100D
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Shake reduction and not-quite-live preview.
Shake reduction and not-quite-live preview.
popphoto.com Professional Review.
Camera Test: Pentax K100D Super
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The newest DSLR from Pentax is a whole lot like its 6.1MP K100D, but with some special powers.
The newest DSLR from Pentax is a whole lot like its 6.1MP K100D, but with some special powers.
digitalreview.ca Professional Review.
Pentax Introduces Pentax K100D and the K110D Digital SLR Cameras
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The Pentax K110D digital SLR is slated for August 2006 release in Canada. The MSRP for the Pentax K100D DSLR kit with the Pentax SMC 18-55mm zoom lens will be $599 US.
The Pentax K110D digital SLR is slated for August 2006 release in Canada. The MSRP for the Pentax K100D DSLR kit with the Pentax SMC 18-55mm zoom lens will be $599 US.
digitalreview.ca Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super Digital SLR Camera
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Pentax has today introduced the 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D Super, an update to the Pentax K100D digital SLR camera. The K100D Super incorporates the Pentax-developed Dust Removal (DR) system, previously available only in the K10D, to help prevent adhesion
Pentax has today introduced the 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D Super, an update to the Pentax K100D digital SLR camera. The K100D Super incorporates the Pentax-developed Dust Removal (DR) system, previously available only in the K10D, to help prevent adhesion
shutterbug.com Professional Review.
The Pentax K100D; Image Stabilization & Millions Of Lenses In An Affordable D-SLR
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This tree was photographed on the rim of Bryce Canyon with a Pentax K100D and smc P-DA 12-24mm F4.
This tree was photographed on the rim of Bryce Canyon with a Pentax K100D and smc P-DA 12-24mm F4.
shutterbug.com Professional Review.
The Pentax K100D; Image Stabilization & Millions Of Lenses In An Affordable D-SLR
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This tree was photographed on the rim of Bryce Canyon with a Pentax K100D and smc P-DA 12-24mm F4.
This tree was photographed on the rim of Bryce Canyon with a Pentax K100D and smc P-DA 12-24mm F4.
digitalcamerainfo.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Digital Camera Review
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The Pentax K100D is one of a slew of budget DSLRs with advanced features currently on the market.
Review Verdict: The Pentax K100D is just what an entry-level DSLR should be - simple to use and functional enough to take good pictures. Pentax deserves praise for putting such a good autofocus system in an inexpensive camera. The combination of the autofocus system and
The Pentax K100D is one of a slew of budget DSLRs with advanced features currently on the market.
Review Verdict: The Pentax K100D is just what an entry-level DSLR should be - simple to use and functional enough to take good pictures. Pentax deserves praise for putting such a good autofocus system in an inexpensive camera. The combination of the autofocus system and
QuickTake:
Pros: Excellent Auto-Focus, Logical layout and interface, Durable construction, Good color performance in low light
Cons: Dim, low-magnification viewfinder, Limited white balance controls, Single control dial, AA batteries, Compartment doors aren't sealed
digitalartsonline.co.uk Professional Review.
Pentax K100D Super
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Although essentially an upgrade to the K100D, with its diminutive dimensions, solid build and great picture quality, the latest Pentax has its roots in the past...
Review Verdict: Ultimately, while we might recommend the K100D for hobbyists on a very tight budget taking their first step up from a compact camera, if you're looking for fast operation and highly detailed prints, there are far better choices available
Although essentially an upgrade to the K100D, with its diminutive dimensions, solid build and great picture quality, the latest Pentax has its roots in the past...
Review Verdict: Ultimately, while we might recommend the K100D for hobbyists on a very tight budget taking their first step up from a compact camera, if you're looking for fast operation and highly detailed prints, there are far better choices available
QuickTake:
Pros: Compact dimensions and solid construction, anti-shake compatibility with huge range of the makers legacy lenses, including early screw-fit.
Cons: Lowly six-megapixel resolution. Inexcusably limited continuous shooting.
dcresource.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D
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On the outside, the new Pentax K100D ($599 body only, $699 with lens) looks a lot like its predecessor, the *ist DS2. Pentax didn't just change the name, though (but I'm glad they did) -- inside the K100D is a CCD-shift image stabilization system. This sy
Review Verdict: As is the case with all D-SLRs, Pentax does not include a memory card with the K100D, so you'll have to factor that into the total purchase price. The camera uses Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMediaCards, and if you're using firmware version 1.01 or later
On the outside, the new Pentax K100D ($599 body only, $699 with lens) looks a lot like its predecessor, the *ist DS2. Pentax didn't just change the name, though (but I'm glad they did) -- inside the K100D is a CCD-shift image stabilization system. This sy
Review Verdict: As is the case with all D-SLRs, Pentax does not include a memory card with the K100D, so you'll have to factor that into the total purchase price. The camera uses Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMediaCards, and if you're using firmware version 1.01 or later
QuickTake:
Pros: Very good photo quality; low noise through ISO 800 Great value Image stabilization system works with all Pentax lenses Solid construction; doesn't feel "cheap" despite the low price Large 2.5" LCD display Full manual controls, as you'd expect Good (but sl
Cons: Buffer memory fills up way too quickly; unimpressive continuous shooting mode as a result Performance not quite as good as other D-SLRs Some vignetting with kit lens Menus not terribly user friendly Limited white balance options (no fine-tuning or color t
ephotozine.com Professional Review.
Pentax K100D review
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Review Verdict: If you're looking for your first digital SLR, the Pentax K100D is well worth a look. The Shake Reduction, easy controls SD card compatibility and lightweight design make this camera ideal for those looking for a step up from a compact digicam.
Review Verdict: If you're looking for your first digital SLR, the Pentax K100D is well worth a look. The Shake Reduction, easy controls SD card compatibility and lightweight design make this camera ideal for those looking for a step up from a compact digicam.
QuickTake:
Pros: Great build quality for a lightweight digital SLR, Takes AA or CR-V3 batteries, Images are colourful and contrasty straight from the camera, Better dynamic range than previous Pentax's
Cons: Pause between focus and shooting in Single Servo AF, Shallow buffer, Flimsy battery door
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Pentax has announced the 6.1 megapixel K100D Super, the latest outstretched hand into the narrowing gap between digital SLR and consumer compact. With lots of automatic and preset modes, clever shake reduction, and a system for keeping dust off the camera