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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...
Abstract: Short Report: Pentax K100D Shake reduction with every lens—at a very low priceBy Mike Stensvold Several camera manufacturers offer lenses featuring built-in image-stabilizing mechanisms that counteract camera shake, and these work ext...
Abstract: The Pentax K100D is an excellent DSLR camera which provides spectacular value. First, it is one of least expensive digital SLR cameras available. Second, its built-in image stabilization means stabilized lenses are not required. Thirdly, AA batteries ...
Abstract: Although I have a deep and abiding respect for the many marketing people without whom I could not do my job, I have to wonder at the sanity of the marketing genius that came up with the name for Pentax's previous line of digital SLRs. The name, “*ist” wa...
About as good as six megapixel resolution gets, crisp and detailed, a big improvement, Excellent detail even at higher ISOs, overall noise levels on par with competition, Effective long exposure noise reduction (necessary too), Accurate and fast auto-focu...
Limited continuous shooting capability, buffer only large enough for four JPEG frames, Over-saturated default image tone (Bright), can lead to channel clipping, Relatively loud shutter release, Slightly humorous user interface compromise (Cntnuos expsr)...
When we reviewed the *ist DS it was a camera which equally surprised and disappointed; on one hand it was one of those cameras which functioned beyond its expectation or billing, and on the other it disappointed with its relatively poor in-camera imag...
Abstract: Although Pentax started with digital SLR cameras relatively late, the brand now frequently introduces new models. The Pentax K110D and the K100D are the latest entry-level models, which have been designed according to the Pentax motto: simplicity above...
Abstract: The Pentax K100D series permits in camera monochrome and image manipulation, but not at the time of capture. The key to using these features is in the Digital Filters found in the Playback menu. Digital Filters available with K100D-series cameras inclu...
Abstract: The PENTAX K100D combines 6.1 effective megapixels of resolution with a host of advanced technologies including a Shake Reduction (SR) system to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and user-friendly operation to all levels of photographers. Th...
Abstract: On the outside, the new Pentax K100D ($599 body only, $699 with lens) looks a lot like its predecessor, the *ist DS2. Pentax didnt just change the name, though (but Im glad they did) -- inside the K100D is a CCD-shift image stabilization system. T...
Compatible with an extensive list of Pentax K lenses
Responsive with a good shutter lag time, very good shot-to-shot speed
Good color accuracy
Accurate exposure, much less positive compensation required than average
Bright, powerful built-in flash
Good...
Very warm color balance in low-lighting and slightly warm outdoors
Auto white balance had a hard time with household incandescent lighting
Slightly high contrast
Slow AF, especially indoors
The Pentax K100D is a capable digital SLR, perfect for consumers interested in stepping up from a basic consumer digital camera and into a world of better image quality. Its also a smart choice for owners of Pentax film SLRs and lenses who want to go ...
