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14.6 megapixel, 1x optical zoom, 1x digital zoom, USB, Secure Digital, SDHC, 715 gram, 2.7 inch LCD More product info

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Based on 17 expert reviews, the average rating for Pentax K20D Black is 4.2/5. Expert Reviews for Digital Cameras are gathered from magazines and web sites around the world. Read summaries of the English reviews below.

 
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alaTest Title:

Review summary of Pentax K20D

(06/09/08)
Summary: Read the full review
Verdict: Experts rate this product 85/100 and users 93/100. Comparing these reviews to 37530 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 97/100 = Excellent.
Country: US
97.0 / 100.0
Digital Photography Review Title:

Pentax K20D

(06/01/10)
Summary: Read the full review
Pros: ; In-camera Shake Reduction system offers some advantage in low light; Dust reduction by anti-static coating and optional sensor 'shake'; First color-adjustable LCD monitor; Dust alert makes sensor cleaning simpler; Good built-in flash metering; Selectable program lines; Normal, Hi speed, Depth and MTF (lens sharpness); Excellent image
Cons: ; Live view mode adds very little to the camera (it is neither seamless nor able to usefully magnify); Continuous shooting rate slow by modern standards; Menu navigation a little clunky and won't revert to last-used location; Hot pixels can occur and can't be automatically removed; Noise reduction cannot be raised as high as the
Country: US
Highly Recommended
IT Reviews Title:

Pentax - K20D

(28/07/08)
Summary: When you first take Pentax's K20D DSLR out of the box you'd be forgiven for believing the retailer had sent you the wrong camera, as its bodywork is virtually identical to that of its predecessor, the ... Read the full review
Country: UK
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Testseek Title:

Pentax K20D

(28/07/08)
Summary: 37 experts have reviewed this product and the average expert score is 84 of 100. Read the full review
Country: US
84.0 / 100.0
Computer Active Title:

Pentax K20D digital camera

(06/07/08)
Summary: A camera you can take to the beach... Read the full review
Pros: ; Testing new ads format//End test
Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
Register Hardware Title:

Pentax K20D digital SLR

(13/06/08)
Summary: The arrival of the Pentax K20D on our doorstep last week marked the end of an era - that of the venerable, battle-scarred Pentax LXs and MXs, which have over the last 20 years or so provided faithful service. Read the full review
Verdict: A great camera for the serious snapper. Members of the point-and-click brigade need not apply.
Country: UK
90.0 / 100.0
Testwinner Title:

Pentax K20D Black

(04/06/08)
Summary: 2 experts have reviewed the Pentax K20D Black, giving it an average score of 80 out of 100... Read the full review
Country: UK
80.0 / 100.0
Stuff.tv Title:

Pentax K20D

(04/06/08)
Summary: The Samsung GX-20¿s twin rolls into the SLR saloon, but is Cameratown big enough for the both of them?... Read the full review
Verdict: Excellent performance and features, but at a price that¿s too high
Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
Steve's DigiCams Title:

Steve's DigiCams

(19/05/08)
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Country: US
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Camera Labs Title:

Pentax K20D Gordon Laing, May 2008

(01/05/08)
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Pros: ; Highly detailed images across ISO range. * Built-in Shake Reduction. * Dust and weatherproof body. * Broad degree of customisation.
Cons: ; Basic Live View system. * Anti-shake not as effective as rivals. * Semi-pro pricing, but not as quick or tough. * Tendency to underexpose.
Country: US
86.0 / 100.0
TrustedReviews Title:

Pentax K20D digital SLR

(18/04/08)
Summary: Read the full review
Verdict: This is the most powerful semi-pro DSLR in the world, and will blow your head clean off.
Country: UK
9.0 / 10.0
AnandTech Title:

Pentax K20D First Impressions

(11/03/08)
Summary: The highest resolution DSLR you can buy for less than $8000 is now shipping. Does the $1299 14.6 megapixel K20D live up to expectations?... Read the full review
Country: US
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Digital Camera Magazine Title:

Pentax K20D


Summary: The K20D¿s controls aren¿t elegant or efficient, but the images seem more ¿natural¿ and less ¿digital¿ than its rivals. It has some clever and effective features like dynamic range extension and dust alert. Flawed but with sparks of sheer brilliance. Read the full review
Country: UK
4.0 / 5.0
CNET.co.uk Title:

Pentax K20D review


Summary: : If you're brand agnostic and looking for a solid buy, the K20D is a safe bet... Read the full review
Verdict: Pentax's 14-megapixel K20D is a great choice for a midlevel SLR and offers a lot of bang for the buck
Pros: ; Impressive performance; 14 megapixels at a relatively low price; weather sealed; nice control layout; wireless flash control
Cons: ; Slightly inaccurate colours; shake reduction could be more effective
Country: UK
8.0 / 10.0
What Digital Camera Title:

Pentax K20D


Summary: An affordable high-resolution camera? Sounds good, but how does the K20D measure up against its rivals?... Read the full review
Country: UK
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PopPhoto.com Title:

First Look: Pentax K20D


Summary: Pentax's new flagship SLR is exactly like the K10D, but different in so many wonderful ways. Read the full review
Country: US
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PopPhoto.com Title:

Camera Test: Pentax K20D


Summary: With rich features, a big 14.6MP sensor, and an estimated street price of $1,299, Pentax's super DSLR is a rare talent. Read the full review
Country: US
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