Pentax K100D Super - Expert Reviews

Review summary: The Pentax K100D Super lives up to its name with its easy-to-use operation and well-saturated, colourful images. The 6-megapixel dSLR is great value and delivers similar results to some 10-megapixel competitors. For someone looking to switch from film ...

Pros: Results on a par with 10-megapixel competitors ; 18-55mm lens included in price ; 11-point autofocus system ; warm, colour-rich images straight out of the camera ; easy to use ; reliable all-rounder

Cons: Bundled with non-rechargeable AA batteries ; image noise at higher settings

Verdict: In many ways, the operation and performance of the Pentax K100D Super exceeds expectations, given both its price and 'mere' 6-megapixel resolution. For just £370, it represents one of the biggest dSLR bargains out there for anyone looking to make the ...

Review summary: The simple to use Pentax K100D Super looks every inch the real deal. It is a great choice if you want to make your first foray into digital SLR photography.

Verdict: IDG staff

Review summary: Cheap but clever digital SLR

Pros: Impressive build quality, Impressive build quality, Easy to use, Good images straight out of the camera, Fantastic price for a kit

Verdict: 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 few reasons why ...

Review summary: We were rather scathing in our write up of the K100D Super's predecessor, the plain old K100D. Our grumpiness was largely because the design hadn't changed much since the days of the *ist D - if anything this incarnation is larger, yet at the same ...

Pros: Well specified for an entry-level SLR, Sturdily built yet portable, The price certainly is 'Super'

Cons: Resolution not as high as its rivals

Verdict: The K100D Super is all about price, price, price, and one enticing enough to overlook the modest headline resolution. That said, it packs in all the essentials and delivers crisp, colourful images out of the box. Plus you get a lens, making it a ...

Review summary: Pentax has revamped its entry-level digital SLR

Pros: Well specified for an entry-level SLR, Sturdily built yet portable, The price certainly is 'Super'

Cons: Resolution not as high as its rivals

Verdict: It copes impressively with crowded scenes and any shutter delay that might occur is imperceptible. Dedicated modes for the likes of moving subjects, close ups and night portraits enable you to point and shoot from the off - with consistently effective ...