We take a first look at Pentax's new 14.6-megapixel flagship K20D and the latest entry-level model, the compact K200D
Editor's note: Click here to read our in-depth review of the Pentax K20D.
| Pentax K20D |
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 The Pentax K20D brings 14-megapixel photography to the prosumer market, and it does so with quality. It's a solidly built, borderline mammoth camera with sensor-shift image-stabilization and excellent RAW support, and it has a snappy action that makes it a joy to use. Image quality isn't quite as eyeball-popping as a full-frame DSLR, but for a more modestly priced prosumer, it's nevertheless impressive. For budget photographers shooting stock, in which size is indeed everything, the Pentax K20D is an absolute no-brainer. For everyone else, it's still a DSLR that demands serious consideration. Release: March 2008. Price: $1300.
Pros: Best-in-class megapixel count. Great, sturdy design. Good interface. Sensor-shift stabilization. Above average noise-management.
Cons: Not the best image quality from an APS-C sensor. Shutter and ISO ranges are on the low-end.
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| Pentax K200D |
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 Pentax's newest entry-level DSLR, the K200D stuffs the insides of the old flagship K10D into a compact body. Much like it's big brother, the K20D, its 2.7-inch LCD is housed in a dust and weather resistant body; unlike the K20D it features a 10.2-megapixel CCD rather than the new CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor. We understand adding scene modes for the novice purchasing an entry-level DSLR, but we would rather see better aperture-priority and shutter-priority auto modes. Release: March 2008. Price: $800.
Pros: Compact dust and weather-resistant body, entry-level price
Cons: Old CCD sensor
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