Pentax K100D Super - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Pentax has announced the 6.1 megapixel K100D Super, the latest outstretched hand into the narrowing gap between digital SLR and consumer compact. With lots of automatic and preset modes, clever shake reduction, and a system for keeping dust off the ...

Review summary: The Pentax K100D has been released upon the Digital Photography market, but has this new model brought with it a step forward for Pentax and their Digital SLR range, or is it simply a re-branding of already familiar technologies?

Verdict: That said, the Pentax K100D is a great digital SLR camera, and will stand out in this highly competitive market currently dominated by the newer models from Canon, Nikon and now Sony. Remember, if you have already invested in a lot of Pentax lenses or ...

Verdict: If you're looking for your first digital SLR, the Pentax K100D is well worth a look. The Shake Reduction, easy controls SD card compatibility and lightweight design make this camera ideal for those looking for a step up from a compact digicam.

Review summary: Pentax K100D Super Review - Can you make a camera better by adding the word Super on the end? Duncan Evans investigates what else is new about this entry-level DSLR from Pentax.

Pros: Shake Reduction technology, Anti-Dust action, Good build quality, High ISO ratings, sdm lens compatibility, Beginner modes, Decent image sharpness with supplied lens

Cons: Starts at ISO200, Functions on menus, Weak fps performance, Noise at ISO200, Lacks sophisticated focus options

Verdict: You can't knock the addition of sensor cleaning and sdm-lens compatibility, they're very welcome. However, a bit more spec-upgrading would have been nice to warrant the Super tag.

Review summary: Pentax isn't actually shipping any SDM lenses yet, but the first such models are fast approaching. The Pentax smc DA * 50-135mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM and smc DA * 16-50mm F2.8 ED/AL (IF) SDM are both expected to ship later next month, with the smc DA * ...

Verdict: The other main change in the Pentax K100D Super is the addition of a dust removal function as seen in the Pentax K10D. As with that camera, the K100D Super uses its Shake Reduction mechanism as part of a two-pronged approach to fighting dust on the ...