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Review summary: The latest addition to the bustling entry-level market the Pentax K-m, but just what does it offer that the K200D doesn't?

Pros: Value, compact size, silver flash design, prompt AF, image detail, tone

Cons: AEB/self-timer conflict, noisy AF with kit lens, underexposure

Verdict: Differentiating with a range of DSLRs can often prove problematic for a manufacturer. The manufacturer can either focus on restricting the inner workings of the camera to keep costs down, or simply alter the design and size to the same end. Pentax ...

Review summary: "Small" and "light" haven't always been part of Pentax's K-series vocabulary, but the new 10.2 megapixel Pentax K2000 looks to change this perception with a new release that's smaller, lighter, more user-friendly, and even quicker - according to its ...

Pros: Small and light ; Uses AA batteries ; Excellent in-camera processing options ; Good high-ISO performance in terms of detail versus noise ; Improved user interface

Cons: Kit lens has plastic mount ; Limited continuous shooting performance ; No manual DOF preview or optional wired shutter release ; External flash has no bounce or swivel head ; AF speed and accuracy varied with lenses used during tests

Verdict: E-420. The new K2000 not only proves to be smaller and lighter than the K200D, it even manages to offer a few new features...like ISO 3200 and faster continuous shooting than its larger sibling

Review summary: Pentax has used many features from last year's K200D as the basis of its new K-m DSLR. The sensors, viewfinders and LCD screens in both cameras are the same. However, the K-m is pitched more at first-time DSLR owners. It's as easy to use as an ...

Verdict: Pictures taken with the test camera were acceptably sharp and had natural-looking colours and the dynamic range depth we've come to expect from current DSLRs. Colour accuracy ws very good in our Imatest tests. Contrast and saturation in test shots ...

Review summary: A worthy entry-level offering?

Pros: Image quality, price, ergonomics and handling, simple menu system, simple operation info panel, custom setting

Cons: Limited flash modes, slow RAW writing, lightweight build, murky viewfinder, LCD lacks anti reflection coating, slight underexposure issues

Verdict: The Pentax K-m provides a simplified DSLR experience... providing a near point and shoot interface but with the bells and whistles you can also find on more advanced DSLRs. However, that very simplicity may be its Achilles heel

Review summary: Pentax launches a limited edition, white K2000 digital SLR camera system. The white K2000 is an entry-level system consisting of the K2000 body, a white smc DA L 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL lens, and a white smc DA L 50-200mm F4-5.6 AL lens. These lenses are ...