Pentax K2000/K-m DSLR Reviewed
by Sze | Filed under Camera and Camcorder
Pentax has released its K2000 (aka K-m) Digital SLR (DSLR) camera last month. The Pentax K2000/K-m is a 10.2 Megapixel DSLR with ISO sensitivity up to 3200, Shake Reduction system, Advanced Auto Picture mode and a 2.7-inch LCD display.
PhotographyBLOG has reviewed the K2000 and comments:
The new Pentax K-m is another excellent addition to Pentax’s DSLR range. Seamlessly slotting in below the K200D, it offers a simpler and more intuitive layout that will suit beginners better.
The K-m even improves on the more expensive K200D in some areas, notably a faster continuous shooting speed of 3.5 fps, expanded ISO range of 100-3200, and a less cluttered main menu system. Admittedly there are some downgrades, most notably the 5 point AF system which makes it more difficult to track moving subjects, slightly less powerful pop-up flash and the complete lack of any Live View or Digital Preview functionality (the K200D offers the latter).
With an aggressive launch price of £399 / $699 with 18-55mm kit lens (and flash in the US), the K-m continues the recent Pentax tradition of producing well-thought out DSLRs that offer great image quality. The new Pentax K-m may not feature any great surprises, but it does offer an easy path into the often-confusing world of SLR photography.
Ratings (out of 5)
Design                    4.5
Features                  4
Ease-of-Use           5
Image Quality      4
Value for Money     4.5
Tags: camera, Digital-Camera, Digital-SLR, DSLR, K-m, K-m DSLR, K2000, K2000 DSLR, Pentax, Pentax K-m, Pentax K2000, Pentax-DSLR, SLR
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