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Pentax K-x reviews

daedbird
on June 22, 2010
Although most people think there are two people there DSLR - Nikon and Canon - the fact that other manufacturers such as Pentax, Pentax Kx off rate equal or even beat the big boys. The Pentax Kx one of them.

Now, a simple Internet search can show people praising this unit, especially its investigation, the fact that they are right. This camera is much better than the Nikon and Canon models record. Unlike Nikon, the camera will operate every line Pentax .... Pentax Kx Dating value in 1975, when it is updated K-Mont. In Manual Focus Pentax? The lens of the camera reads the information to set the aperture. It is a Pentax AF? It will handle it, unlike the Nikon, which has no arms training.

It is ideal for low light conditions, video clips, and will never weigh you down.

Great second camera for an existing user or the main camera for beginners. One, if you have a Pentax K10 K20 on the price Kx r own, you probably will not be happy to replace the camera with them. There is nothing wrong with this camera, but once you've used for the control of dual-wheel, high-LCD, it feels like a step back so you do not have.

The premium for the camera - in a new direction to lay the value of the ING Pentax Kx on the screen, which is closer to the electronic version of the K1000 can get old or ME
rayazm
on June 06, 2010
I was originally installed on the Nikon D5000, as it was cut D90 is useful with the same sensor, and the formulation of the screen. The fact that only a limited number Kx lens Pentax Nikon D5000 price support (and D3000) was lack of AF motor in the body is not a problem for me is just entering the digital SLR. But technical problems with the D5000 with the On / Off to put me, and I want to get the camera from abroad and does not guarantee in question.

Canon T1i/D500 was a choice, but it seems that the price is higher, because of his Canon, and although he has the best video available, the sensor is not large, is held in this small light (I think T2i this day and age).

Olympus E420 I borrowed from my friend, and also with reference to the cost of Pentax Olympus E620 Rx, but the more I checked the option, most Pentax Kx, and approached the aircraft, the same sensor the D90 / D5000 and thus had the same quality (in fact, little more light than the Nikon!). Waive Savöx Sun and the lack of points of autofocus in the viewfinder is the question, but I was ready to live with him if you thought the Pentax lens 2, is even cheaper than the Nikon and Canon with only 18 - 55mm objective.

Use the camera in a few months, and you can see how the photos were better compared to my last point and shoot cameras! And what you can do in a way and a lot of decent shots with my basic need to work my plans a year on the fly "(ie, point and shoot could not). In addition, the camera takes amazing Pentax Kx now buy the best prices for images with light, but you should opt for manual focus as the autofocus barrier is usually not in low light conditions.

Although many people criticize the use of AA batteries, I think advantate as they are pressed, you can find AA or lithium AA is very simple. I am using a Sanyo battery enelope and I can easily do 400 + shots, but with my camera comes with a new firmware, I had no problems recharages not clearly defined or empty quickly (which have the most votes warned anyone has opinions appear after the update!). Price Pentax Kx

The camera has many features of the camera, like the ability to adjust the number of shadows, recording HDR camera effects (such as "fish-eye, glare, etc..) Pentax lens is also a high turnover and to correct lens distortion.

I think the cost of Pentax Kx happy with the camera if you ever heard of Nikon and Canon users (many of them) to ask why I use a Pentax, I think Pentax has just not a large marketing team them react!
Genshu
on June 02, 2010
Much research has been between Rx and Rx Pentax D5000 T1i value. Very happy with my choice.
NiK_REVIEW
on May 18, 2010
First I have a Pentax KX prices were intending to buy a Nikon D5000 (and fortunately, he was in my bud prices Pentax KX). Thank you to Google / Bing. When I search for a comparison DSRL entry level and their contributions, I discovered that Pentax KX much better than its competitors (and very little? Lungs). First, it has all the features on an equal footing with its competitors (I compared it with the D5000, D3000 Price Kx Pentax, Canon Rebel), such as 720p HD movie recording, RGB primary color filter, filters, etc. is , many features in a brand new DSLR market, the price. found after some research, I bought my KX less than $ 700 with 2 Lens Kit (18-55mm and 50-200mm). I personally checked the cell using D5000 (m other Pentax Price Rx? With the camera), and the results were astounding. If I vote 4 stars D5000, I give 4.5 stars Rx (e, $ 700 kit with two zoom). The only thing I did? You like about this camera is its structure and materials. It? It is not that fancy or shiny as D5000, but his performance is brilliant, just brilliant. If you do, I buy a Pentax Kx for the best price is not just photography, I suggest you ask a D90, it is always go the head of the Rx. FYI, I read about the problem of automatic video capture of the exhibition. Frankly, this is not a problem, but the default settings. So, just to change the settings menu with a Pentax EI Rx Price Amera.
Guest
on May 16, 2010
I was originally looking at the production of micro-3.4, because I do not want DSLR weight. Reviews of Rx, and the price / performance than the comparison with the $ 700 kit is very simple. After market lenses are not as many, so if you are considering this unit, and yet Pentax Pentax Price Rx lenses offer a maximum value set for the dollar.
I learned early adopters and immediately updated the firmware (v1.01) and using the Sanyo Eneloop, not yet committed, prices Pentax Kx-free!
madhusudan13
on April 27, 2010
Rx with its own set of features and performance (ESP low light) is a market at current prices (let alone buy a Pentax Kx included in best price with two lenses). My friends who have all Canon / Nikon DSLR me go on guard against a system of Pentax, may limit the choice of lenses - but I researched a lot of Pentax lenses, for consideration in the selection and that was more 'pleased to continue Rx.

Rx are excellent at all ISOs photos - inside or outside. Even in automatic mode, the image quickly and easily Pentax Kx value as a starting point and shoot camera to use.
grampacaligula
on April 03, 2010
I took the Pentax KX with a standard and the 55-300mm lens for ~ $ 650. Added 50mm f/1.7 for $ 100 and I have a full system scan Start-up. I looked at the Canon Nikon Pentax Kx T1i D5000 and buy at the best price, but do not feel should be as stable as my Pentax.

It took me four months in search of my choice (I went with Minolta Z1 to come). All other devices in this price range want toys - and a 12.4 MP image Pentax Kx excellent price.

Goals are not an offer to the corner shop - all good things on the Internet.

If Canon, such as Windows, and Nikon, Apple, and Pentax Kx cost Penta X Linux. It's so cool!
tavaresprovost
on March 21, 2010
This camera is ideal for those who have an alternative to integration. It Pentax Pentax Kx prices as much quality has always been. The photos are very good with details and beautiful pictures of the ISO range. The body of the stabilization of greenhouse screen, you can use all your old Pentax lenses and continue to maintain a stable image. KX is much smaller than T1i and D5000, but it feels really hard for your hand. I bought the Sanyo Eneloop 8 Pack AA batteries and not doubles, they take the package. Battery Lithium is listed in the last 1900 Photo pending. I took 400 photos and 20 minutes of video, and they are still 100% green electricity. Needless to say I love this camera.
previous cameras:
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Nikon D40 and D3000
Canon EOS Rebel
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Pentax K-x specifications

Rx combines many advanced features and user-friendly features for exceptional levels of photographic possibilities in a compact, lightweight body guaranteed. Design Rx has begun on the award winning Pentax Km, an entry-level digital SLR class in October 2008 are based, has gained popularity, compact, lightweight and easy to work easily. Rx is a CMOS image sensor with high performance and advanced filtering function. It also has a number of advanced functions and how to play live video and movie recording, approximately 12.4 million pixels and a shot high speed continuous. Rx perfect camera for novice users of digital SLRs, and an ideal backup for photographers.
Product
Type
Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode, with Movie recording
Width
4.8 in
Depth
2.7 in
Height
3.6 in
Weight
1.1 lbs
Body
Stainless steel, Fiber-reinforced plastic polymer
Enclosure Color
Black
Memory
Flash Memory (supported)
SD Memory Card
Floppy Drive
None
Image Storage
JPEG 4288 x 2848, JPEG 3936 x 2624, JPEG 3072 x 2048, JPEG 1728 x 1152, RAW 4288 x 2848
Storage Media
None
Lens System
Type
Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 DA L AL Pentax KAF
Focal Length
18 mm - 55 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera
27 - 82.5 mm
Focus Adjustment
Manual,  Automatic
Auto Focus
TTL contrast and phase detection
Min Focus Range
9.8 in
Lens Aperture
F/3.5-5.6
Optical Zoom
3 x
Zoom Adjustment
Manual
Lens Construction
8 group(s) / 11 element(s)
Lens System Features
Aspherical lens
Auto Focus Points (Zones)
11
Max View Angle
76 degrees
Filter Size
52 mm
Lens System Mounting
Pentax KAF2
PC Connection
Supported Operating Systems
MS Windows XP, MS Windows Vista, Apple Mac OS X 10.3 or later
Peripheral Devices
USB port, CD-ROM drive
Connector Type
1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x DC power input
Expansion Slot(s)
1 x SD Memory Card
Battery & Power
Battery
4 x AA NiMH rechargeable battery ( Included )
Power Device
Battery charger - External
Features
Resolution
12.4 megapixels
Color Support
Color
Optical Sensor Type
CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution
12,400,000 pixels
Light Sensitivity
ISO 100, ISO 12800, ISO 200-6400, ISO auto (200-6400)
Image Processor
PRIME II
Shooting Programs
Pet, Food, Kids, Macro, Stage, Action, Candle, Museum, Sunset, Landscape, Night scene, Surf & snow, Portrait mode, Night snapshot, Night scene with portrait
Special Effects
Soft, Retro, Fisheye, Starburst, Monochrome, Toy camera, Black & White, Color Extract, High contrast
Image Stabilizer
Optical (image sensor shift mechanism)
Max Shutter Speed
1/6000 sec
Min Shutter Speed
30 sec
Exposure Metering
Spot, Multi-segment, Center-weighted
Exposure Modes
Bulb,  Manual,  Program,  ISO priority,  Shutter-priority,  Aperture-priority
Exposure Compensation
±3 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
Auto Exposure Bracketing
3 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
White Balance
Custom, Presets, Automatic
White Balance Presets
Flash, Shade, Cloudy, Daylight, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light (daylight), Fluorescent light (cool white), Fluorescent light (warm white)
Digital Video Format
AVI, MJPEG
Still Image Format
RAW,  JPEG,  RAW + JPEG
TV Tuner
None
Video Capture
AVI - 1280 x 720
Self Timer
Yes
Self Timer Delay
2 sec, 12 sec
Additional Features
AE lock, AF lock, Dust Alert, DPOF support, Date/time stamp, Cropping an image, Histogram display, Sharpness control, PRINT Image Matching, Shadow point display, USB 2.0 compatibility, Digital image rotation, 720p HD movie recording, Digital noise reduction, Highlight point display, RGB primary color filter, Display brightness control, Automatic Pixel Mapping (APM), Depth-of-field preview button, Dynamic Range Enlargement (DRE)
Microphone Technology
Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode
Mono
Software
Drivers & Utilities, Pentax Photo Browser, Pentax Photo Laboratory
Sensor Dust Reduction
Yes
Sensor Features
Special Protect (SP) coating, Dust Reduction (image sensor vibration)
X-sync Speed
1/180 sec
Exposure Range
EV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Exposure Metering Zones
16
Flash Terminal
Hot shoe
Remote Control
Optional
Flash
Flash
Pop-up flash
Modes
Auto mode,  Fill-in mode,  Slow synchro,  Flash OFF mode
Red Eye Reduction
Yes
Flash Features
AF illuminator, Flash +/- compensation, Wireless off-camera control
Guide Number (m / ISO 100)
12
Camera viewfinder
Type
Optical - Eye-level mirror pentaprism
Field Coverage
96%
Magnification
0.85x
Dioptric Correction Range
-2.5 to +1.5
Misc
Accessories
Eyecup, Body cap, Shoe cap, Carrying strap
Cables
USB cable
Carrying Case
None
Effective pixels number
Total Pixels
12,900,000 pixels
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