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| The PENTAX K20D digital SLR offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of exciting PENTAX innovations. The newly developed CMOS image sensor brings out optimum performance of PENTAX interchangeable lenses. Featuring 14.6 effectivemega pixels (highest in its class) and the latest noise-reduction technology, the sensor assures superb image quality. This SLR will make you feel in control with its Live View function that allows the photographer to see the image on the camera's back panel LCD monitor while shooting. Customizable features ideal for shooters who demand complete control include the Expanded Dynamic Range function that allows users to gain more contrast/detail in bright settings and a new Custom Image function to select/adjust finishing touches to an image. Weather and dust resistant body allows you to keep shooting even in harsh conditions; Dust Reduction and Dust Alert features eliminate the need of time retouching Advanced 16-segment metering and 11-point AF, with 9 cross sensors, ensure perfectly exposed and focused images Unique exposure modes, such as hyper-program, Sv and TAv, offer shooting versatility Retractable P-TTL popup ElectronicFlash; Guide number - 13 (100/m); Coverage - 28mm wide angle (equivalent to 35mm) Flash modes - on, redeye, slow sync, slow sync + redeye, trailing curtain sync, wireless; Flash exposure compensation - -2 to +1 EV in 1/2 steps / Hot Shoe for adding optional external-flash USB 2.0 hi-speed, video out, DC input, cable switch, X-Sync socket; Video out - NTSC, PAL; Printer interfaces - PictBridge Body dimensions (W x H x D) - 5.6 x 4.0 x 2.76 ; Body weight (without battery or removable memory) - 25.2 oz; Loaded and ready - 28.2 oz Uses and Comes with Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery D-LI50 (39581) with Charger |
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Summary: The best device ever!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-06-08
If you are looking for a great DSLR and do not want to spend $1000 in a small Canon, this is the best choice!!
The CMOS sensor it's considered for critics best that the Nikon's D700...
It's a great camera with a perfect catch... BTW, it's a Pentax!!
Weather sealed, Shake Reduction, internal stabilization... you will not find all this stuff in other camera... the best cost benefit!!
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Summary: Pentax K20d - get a lens worthy of the camera
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-06-05
I recently purchased the Pentax K20d. I had a previous Pentax set up from the great old days of film. Was pleased to learn that I could still use my old lenses (4 pentax lenses worth about $2k of great quality) with the new camera body. Additionally I decided to get a new lens to add to my bevy, and not1of the "throw away" lenses that comes stock with the camera (though I have to say, I was pretty impressed with Pentax's 16mm-45mm f4 option). however instead, I did the right thing. I purchased the camera body only and purchased separately the Pentax 16mm-50mm f2.8 lens. This is the way to go I tell you, it's a few extra bucks to purchase this lens however well worth the money (okay maybe a bit more than a few extra bucks however compared to the price of a Nikon D90 with a throw away lens, this was a much better deal). Between this lens, my old 100mm f2.8 and my 70mm-200mm f4-5.6, there is no looking back. Just as a lark, I tried out my old 50mm non-auto focusing lens from my Pentax ME Super, it worked great. My endorseation, forget the Canon, forget the Nikon, get the Pentax and get the right lens, you will not regret it.
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Summary: Takes time to get used to however awesome once you do.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-06-01
I recently purchased this unit. My previous camera was a Canon Digital Rebel Xti. Honestly it took some time to get used to the controls. however now I am used to it and it feels perfect. The colors and the image quality are top notch. In-Body SR performs well and the image viewfinder is huge.
The things that take time to get used to are:
1-The parameters are not displayed on main LCD. They can be seen through viewfinder and top/small LCD. however main LCD stays dark. You can review the parameters by pressing the info howeverton, however when you change any parameter, the screen turns off.
2-The dial to switch between spot metering and area metering is too close to mode dial. Sometimes you involuntarily change the mode without noticing.
3-The metering is a little bit dark. Some + metering is needed to get some shots.
Once you get used to it, it performs incredibly well. When I switched from Canon to Pentax, my friends were asking me why. After seeing the shots, they agree that it was a wise choice.
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Summary: Pentax K 20D - Awesome Camera
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-05-28
I have owned a Pentax K-1000 in the past however did not know what to expect from them when it came to digital images. I recently received my camera and began to take experimental pics from around the house. Each time the picture came out clear with excellent image form and detail. The images required just minor enhancements with photo shopping software and they were great to go. I was surprised that the flash images worked out so well (up to a point). The rechargeable battery is incredible and lasts for a long, long time. I have had the camera for about2weeks and have only charged it once and have taken hundreds of pictures both with and without the flash.
I took the camera with me to Wyoming and captured some of the almost all incredible images I have e shot. The details just jump off of the image. The 14mp file (actually around 12mp)allows me to crop and size without loosing details. can not wait to use it to collect aerial images.
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Summary: Great value. Great pics.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Date: 2009-05-16
Ditto all the reviews. The only thing I would change is the weight. I wish it were a bit lighter.
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