Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Pentax has issued updates for four of its DSLRs – the K-m/K2000, K20D, K200D and K10D. The new firmware is designed for “Improved stability of recording image for some SDHC Memory card.”
You can download the firmware at Pentax’s website via the following links.
Pentax K-m/K2000 Firmware Ver. 1.11
Pentax K20D Firmware Ver. 1.04
Camera Labs has posted a review of the Pentax K200D.
While there are a number of aspects to weigh-up, the choice between the K200D and rival DSLRs really boils down to how much you value build quality and Live View. If you want a tough, weatherproof DSLR at a low price, then buy the K200D. If however you’d prefer a smaller, lighter DSLR with Live View capabilities, then go for one of its rivals.
Click here for more info on the Pentax K200D.
Photography Review has posted a review of the Pentax K200D.
The Pentax K200D is a great digital SLR for beginner, amateur or casual photographers. It’s a very well built camera that reaches out to the beginner crowd. But there are also plenty of “pro” level features that a photographer can grow into.
Click here for more info on the Pentax K200D.
PhotographyBLOG has published a review of the entry-level Pentax K200D.
Just like the Pentax K100D Super, the K200D ticks very nearly all of the boxes for those wanting an easy to use DSLR that delivers images you’ll want to keep straight out of the camera, and with the minimum of user input and effort to boot.
Click here for more info on the Pentax K200D.
GOLDEN, CO (May 22, 2008) PENTAX Imaging Company announced the PENTAX Gear Up Rebate today designed for new and existing Pentaxians to save big on a complete DSLR system. From now through July 26, 2008, the rebate offers savings on individual products or on a complete PENTAX K20D or K200D system including a body, lenses, flash and battery grip. For example, Pentaxians may save $375.00* on a system including a PENTAX K20D body, a smc PENTAX DA*16-50mm lens, a smc PENTAX DA*50-135mm lens, a BG 2 Grip and an AF-540 FGZ Flash.
*Accessories included in this rebate must be purchased at the same time as a K20D or K200D body on the same receipt to receive full rebate.
The product models in the rebate savings include:
$100 K20D Camera Body
$100 K200D Camera Body
$100 smc PENTAX DA 16-45mm F4.0 ED/AL Lens
$100 smc PENTAX DA*50-135mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM Lens
$100 smc PENTAX DA*16-50mm F2.8 ED AL(IF) SDM
$50 AF-360FGZ Flash
$50 AF-540FGZ Flash
For complete details, visit: http://www.pentaxslr.com/buy/rebates
Cnet has posted a review of the Pentax K200D.
Pentax’s K200D entry-level SLR gives a lot of bang for the buck and has better performance than last year’s model. Despite low noise and pleasingly detailed images, technically inaccurate colors keep it from capturing the gold medal for image quality.
Click here for more Pentax K200D reviews and news.
Trusted Reviews has posted a review of the 10 megapixel, Pentax K200D.
The handling of the K200D is very simple yet it maintains a reassuring, more professional build quality. Images are sure to please even the most critical photographer, with few serious problems bar slight underexposure on rare occaisions.
Click here for more info on the Pentax K200D.
Photo Review has posted its review of the Pentax K200D.
Pictures from the test camera had a superficial resemblance to our test shots from the K20D, particularly with respect to the extended dynamic range provided by both cameras. However, the K200D showed less inclination to bias exposures slightly in favour of recording highlight details and the yellow-brown cast we found in test shots taken with the K20D shots was much less evident.
Pentax has announced a Student Photography Program, which essentially is a rebate program through June 30 for qualified students and teachers. If you think you might qualify, check out the details in the press release below. You could get $100 back on a K20D, among other savings on lenses and bodies. [Read more…]
Here’s the new ad for the Pentax K20D and K200D, which features their weather resistant qualities. Ned Bunnell, President of Pentax Imaging (USA), announced this new ad yesterday on his blog. You can get the full size .PDF from this post.
Read more about these Pentax DSLRs on Photography Bay’s Pentax K20D and K200D page.