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Pentax K20D Reviews

Digital camera - SLR - 14.6 Mpix - PENTAX-DA 16-45mm ED/AL lens - optical zoom: 2.8 x - supported memory: MMC, SD, SDHC More product details

$764.49

Impressive performance, 14 megapixels at a relatively low price ; weather sealed ; nice control... (cnet.com)

Impressive performance, 14 megapixels at a relatively low price ; weather sealed ; nice control... (cnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Pentax K20D

We have collected and analyzed 115 expert reviews and 1388 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 83/100 and users rate it 93/100. The average review date is August 19, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 126173 reviews from other Digital SLR Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 90/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 7, 2009.

alaSCORE 90

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1503 reviews

November, 2009

83 / 100

115 Experts

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93 / 100

1388 Users

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$764.49

Expert Reviews (115)

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Review summary for the Pentax K20D

By (alaTest Semantic - BETA)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1503 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the resolution. The performance also impresses, but many are less positive about the screen.

Resolution, Performance, Design, Image

Screen, Lcd, Color

Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 93/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras, the Pentax K20D is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

alaSCORE 90

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Pentax K20D (body only)

By Philip Ryan (zdnet.com)

Photo gallery:Pentax K20DIn case you haven't been paying close attention to the digital SLR market lately, there's been a shift toward CMOS sensors. Though Pentax has stuck with CCD for its entry-level K200D SLR, they have moved to a 14.6-megapixel ...

Photo gallery: Pentax K20D In case you haven't been paying close attention to...

Rating

80100

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Pentax K20D (body only)

By (cnet.com)

Impressive performance, 14 megapixels at a relatively low price ; weather sealed ; nice control layout ; wireless flash control

Slightly inaccurate colors ; shake reduction could be more effective

Pentax's 14MP K20D is a great choice for a midlevel SLR and offers a lot of bang for the buck.

Photo gallery: Pentax K20D In case you haven't been paying close attention to...

Rating

80100

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cnet.com

User Reviews (1388)

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"I am a brand new convert to digital and using this camera has been as easy as falling off a log."

By nwlocalexposure (cnet.com)

The controls are intuitive and the buttons are placed well for tactical (as opposed to visual) reach and ergonomics.

I haven't found any yet, other than a numb thumb after shooting a wedding.

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"A Superb camera"

By dcalvillo (cnet.com)

I know, Canon make an excellent cameras and N... 

Really high resolution, high detail and good image

A little bit bulky and slow compare with Canon

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Pentax K20D (body only)

By dcalvillo (cnet.com)

I know, Canon make an excellent cameras and Nikon is really good, but after having all those good...

Really high resolution, high detail and good image

A little bit bulky and slow compare with Canon

Manufacturer's Description

The Pentax K20D digital SLR offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of exciting Pentax innovations. The CMOS image sensor brings out optimum performance of Pentax interchangeable lenses. Featuring 14.6 effective megapixels (highest in its class) and noise-reduction technology, the sensor assures superb image quality. This SLR will make you feel in control with its Live View function that allows the photographer to see the image on the camera's back panel LCD monitor while shooting...

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