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The editors liked
Once the quality settings were reset the camera produced consistently satisfying photographs. RAW images are sensational. We had to do less exposure compensation fiddling with this camera than with any we have tested. We were amazed at the quality of p...
The value-for-money of this camera makes the competition look either greedy or inefficient. There is nothing cut-down or under-done about the Pentax.
Cheap
Midrange DSLR
In-camera optical image stabilisation
Relatively compact
Great mix of auto and manual features
The editors didn't like
There is a slight lack of refinement. The Sigma autofocus is noisy
As is the mirror/shutter slap. The lens has marked pincushion and barrel distortion. Body and menu graphics are not elegant.
This has the loudest mirror/shutter slap of any camera. This suggests that there might be some hidden parts where costs have been saved at the expense of ultimate refinement. Also
For some reason
Pentax set the default saturation and contrast absurdl...
Impressive build quality
Easy to use
Good images straight out of the camera
Fantastic price for a kit
No rechargeable battery supplied (just four AAs)
Memory card costs extra
We gave the K100D Super’s predecessor – the plain old K100D – four stars, because at the time it was a little pricey given its modest headline specification. Now with a price drop of over £150, and dust reduction added, there are very f...
Pentax K100D Super Review BY: JerryJ, DigitalCameraReview.com Editor PUBLISHED: 9/19/2007 Pentax K100D Super Review Article ContentsPentax K100D Super Review Image Gallery Last year when Pentax introduced the K100D, they advertised it as "an affordable...
Abstract: The Pentax K100D Super combines 6.1 effective megapixels of resolution with a host of advanced technology, including both Shake Reduction and Dust Removal systems, to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and user-friendly operation. Compatible ...
Pentamirror viewfinder, indistinct finder info display, some key controls only in menus
Looking at the specification and the price, the K100D is certainly a lot of camera for the money. Results are good overall and handling is a doddle thanks to a neat control layout and compact size. If you’re looking for a compact, easy to use D-SLR t...
Excellent Auto-Focus
Logical layout and interface
Durable construction
Good color performance in low light
Dim, low-magnification viewfinder
Limited white balance controls
Single control dial
AA batteries
Compartment doors arent sealed
The Pentax K100D is just what an entry-level DSLR should be – simple to use and functional enough to take good pictures. Pentax deserves praise for putting such a good autofocus system in an inexpensive camera. The combination of the autofocus syste...
Abstract: After spending many years using Canon SLR and Digital SLR cameras, Ive come to review the K100D, Pentaxs entry level DSLR. I was not expecting much, but to say I was surprised is an understatement. The camera is designed for a beginner: things like n...
Excellent image quality, Efficient CCDlevel Shake Reduction, Low sensitivity to noise (up to 800 ISO), RAW Format, Good LCD monitor, Digital Preview mode, Excellent ergonomic design, Wellbuilt
No RAW+ JPEG format, No light for top mounted LCD panel, Occasionally confusing menu options, Supplied with alkaline batteries
Pentaxs K100D fits in between the K110D and the K10D in the companys line-up of digital SLR cameras. The K100D has a 6.1 megapixel resolution, a 2.5-inch LCD monitor, and an image stabilization system at the CCD level. The K100Ds polycarbonate body...
Small size; good build quality; very good image quality; good basic feature set; top-mounted LCD status display; sensor-based image stabilization; affordable.
Sensor-based stabilization is not as good as lens-based stabilization; noisier images at ISO 800 and above; poor battery life.
Because of its 6.1-megapixel sensor, you won’t be able to enlarge the K100D’s images as much as you could with a higher resolution camera, but for users who want a DSLR, and all of the flexibility that it provides, the K100D is a great en...
Quality construction. Excellent images. Built-in shake reduction works with all Pentax lenses. ISO to 3,200 for extreme low-light photography. Uses AA batteries.
Continuous shooting limited to four to five frames before buffer fills. Fourway rocker switch not positive enough. Short battery life.
The K100D is a quality camera thats fun to shoot with and delivers superb images, and its available at a great price if youre looking for your first SLR. ...
