Support this site by checking prices below or shopping via our affiliate stores



The latest DSLRs from Pentax

Pentax K20D - full review / video tour
 
Pentax K20D - top view Pentax K20D - front view Pentax K20D - rear view
     
Sensor: 14.6 Mpixel CMOS / 23.4x15.6mm
Image size: 4672x3104 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF mount (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.7in, 230K pixels
  Memory format: SD
Size: 142x101x70mm
Weight: 715g (body ex battery)
Check best price: USA
Announced: January 2008

The Pentax K20D is the successor to the K10D and the company's latest flagship DSLR. It features a new 14.6 Megapixel CMOS sensor with Live View, built-in Shake Reduction which works with any lens you attach, and a slightly bigger 2.7in screen. Pentax claims the sensor makes more efficient use of its surface area, allowing a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO. The construction is dust-proof and water-resistant, while continuous shooting remains 3fps.



  



Pentax K200D - full review / video tour
 
Pentax K200D - front view Pentax K200D - rear view Pentax K200D - side view
     
Sensor: 10.2 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3872x2592 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF mount (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.7in, 230K pixels
  Memory format: SD
Size: 134x95x74mm
Weight: 630g (body ex battery)
Announced: January 2008

The Pentax K200D is the company's latest entry-level DSLR, featuring 10.2 Megapixel resolution (but no Live View), built-in Shake Reduction which works with any lens you attach, dust removal features and, impressively for the price, a dust-proof, water resistant construction. The K200D also features a 2.7in screen, 11-point AF system, and an optional battery grip.



  



Pentax K10D full review / video tour
Pentax K10D Sensor: 10.2 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3872 x 2592 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.5in, 210K pixels
Memory format: SD / SDHC
Size: 142x101x70mm / 5.6x4x2.8in
Weight: 710g / 25oz (body ex battery)
Announced: September 2006
The K10D is Pentax’s flagship digital SLR, featuring 10.2 Megapixels, a dust and water-resistant body, 22-bit A-D conversion and built-in Shake Reduction which works with any lens you attach; this system is also used to combat dust. It also has an 11-point AF system, 100-1600 ISO range, a unique Sensitivity Priority option and supports Adobe’s DNG raw format. Find out how it performs in our Pentax K10D review and video tour.
 


Pentax K110D digital SLR
 
Pentax K110D front view Pentax K110D top view Pentax K110D rear view
     
Sensor: 6.1 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3008 x 2000 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.5in, 210K pixels
  Memory format: SD
Size: 130x93x70mm / 5.1x3.6x2.8in
Weight: 560g / 19.8oz (body ex battery)
Announced: May 2006

The Pentax K110D delivers 6.1 Megapixel resolution in a compact digital SLR body with a Pentax KAF lens mount; the sensor size results in all lenses having their focal length effectively multiplied by 1.5 times. The K110D has an 11-point AF system, shutter speeds from 30 seconds to 1/4000 plus Bulb, 2.8fps continuous shooting and 200 to 3200 ISO sensitivity.


  


 
Pentax K100D
Pentax K100D Sensor: 6.1 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3008 x 2000 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.5in, 210K pixels
Memory format: SD
Size: 130x93x70mm / 5.1x3.6x2.8in
Weight: 560g / 19.8oz (body ex battery)
Check best price: USA
Announced: May 2006
The Pentax K100D delivers 6.1 Megapixel resolution in a compact digital SLR body featuring a built-in anti-shake system; this shifts the CCD sensor, thereby reducing camera-shake on all compatible Pentax lenses. The K100D has an 11-point AF system, shutter speeds from 30 seconds to 1/4000 plus Bulb, 2.8fps continuous shooting and 200 to 3200 ISO sensitivity.
 


Pentax *istDL digital SLR - see our full review
Pentax *istDL digital SLR Sensor: 6.1 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3008 x 2000 pixels / 3:2
Lens bundle: 18-55mm f3.5~5.6 DA (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2.5in, 210K pixels
Memory format: SD
Size: 125x93x67mm / 4.9x3.7x2.6in
Weight: 470g / 1lb (body ex battery)
Check best price: USA
Announced: August 2005
The Pentax *istDL may be the smallest digital SLR around, but features one of the largest and most detailed colour screens on the back. An Auto-Pict mode cleverly selects creative presets if desired, and with the help of adapters it can also work with almost any lens Pentax has ever made. It's a great package, but how does it compare? Find out in our full Pentax *istDL review
 



Pentax *istDS digital SLR
Pentax *istDS digital SLR Sensor: 6.1 Mpixel CCD / 23.5x15.7mm
Image size: 3008 x 2000 pixels / 3:2
Lens mount: Pentax KAF mount (x1.5 coverage)
Screen: 2in, 210K pixels
Memory format: SD
Size: 125x93x67mm / 4.9x3.7x2.6in
Weight: 505g / 1lb 2oz (body ex battery)
Check best price: USA
Announced: March 2005
The Pentax *istDS delivers 6.1 Megapixel resolution in a compact digital SLR body with a Pentax KAF lens mount; the sensor size results in all lenses having their focal length effectively multiplied by 1.5 times. The DS has an 11-point AF system, shutter speeds from 30 seconds to 1/4000 plus Bulb, 2.8fps continuous shooting and 200 to 3200 ISO sensitivity.
 


For our top recommendations, see our Buyer's Guides ...

Budget DSLRs / Semi-pro DSLRs / Lenses


All words, images, videos and layout, copyright 2005-2008 Gordon Laing. May not be used without permission.

About Us / How we test / Best Buys / Home