Pentax K200D Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

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+ This digital camera scores high on build quality. - It has no outstanding negative points. “The k200d feels solid and has a bigger grip than many of the other cameras in it's…” Anonymous verified purchaser View all 16 real customer reviews

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Build Quality	9.3
Ease of use	8.6
Features	8.8
Image quality	8.9
Value for money (at time of purchase)	8.5
Overall rating	9.1

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Anonymous verified purchaser , “User for several months”

Score 9.0/10

+ The K200D feels solid and has a bigger grip than many of the other cameras in it's class, and overall feels very well-made. The kit lens is not perfect, but it's a damn sight better than many other kit lenses (although shadows in the corners are apparent in very bright scenes). Buttons are all nicely located and the autofocus is good, although occasionally hunts in very dim light. Grain in photos is well controlled, and the minimum f3.5 on the kit lens means you don't often need a higher ISO setting. Images are often sharper on the computer screen than on the screen, which is odd. The front element of the lens does not rotate on zoom or focus, making it easier to use polarising filters, and the included lens hood is excellent. Image stabilisation is built in-body and is effective, and battery life is EXEMPLARY - I've yet to change the battery from the ones that were put in when I bought the camera and the battery meter still reads full. Fantastic.

- The range of lenses made my Pentax is slightly more limited in terms of scope than similar cameras by Nikon or Canon, although Tamron and Sigma do a fair range for the K200D lens mount. However, I believe that availability will change with Pentax's increased focus on DSLRs. There is no additional front dial on the grip, and no AF assist lamp - it uses the flash.

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purchased 04 Apr 2008

Keith, Dorcheater , “Pentax user years ago”

Score 9.0/10

+ Auto functions make it easy to use point & click, especially the Auto Focus and Anti-shake
Overall impression swamped by how good it is compared to my old compact.

- No live view on screen (available on some cheaper models from other manufacturers)
Not as compatible with my old Pentax K lenses as I had hoped.
Dial section for sgutter/aperture is going to take a bit of getting used to compared with my old Pentax ME Super!

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7 of 7 people found this review helpful

purchased 05 Oct 2008

Mike, Rutland

Score 9.0/10

+ Solid build, easy to use for the novice, very good picture quality, lots of features for advanced users.

- Manual is not the clearest for the novice - not enough explanation.

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6 of 6 people found this review helpful

purchased 26 Jul 2008

andy, alfreton

Score 9.0/10

+ A good solid camera, the weight feels nice and balanced in your hand.
Image quality is as expected.

- manual could be more simple

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

purchased 19 Jul 2008

Kevin, Staffordshire

Score 10.0/10

+ Easy to use for basic "point and shoot" photos, but has wide range of functions for creativity.
High quality photographs.

- Detailed manual, but a quick-reference guide would be useful to carry with the camera.
Carrying case needed.

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purchased 14 Aug 2008

John, Methil, Fife , “Pentax veteran”

Score 9.0/10

+ I was able to use my Pentax ME Super lenses with the K200D SLR.

- None found yet.

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purchased 23 Dec 2008

Anonymous verified purchaser

Score 10.0/10

+ Very easy to use. Suitable for both the newcomer and more experienced photographer

- Reviewer left no comment

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purchased 20 Jun 2008

Robert , IPSWICH

Score 9.0/10

+ All existing Pentax SLR lenses fit so it fits into existing sytem

- Like all new technology a bit complicated for the over 60's

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purchased 21 Aug 2008

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TechRadar expert review

The K200D carries much of the same technology as Pentax's K20D, its award-winning big brother. The main difference between them is that the K20D has a 14-megapixel CMOS sensor with Live View; the K200D has a 10-megapixel CCD without it. Live View lets you compose your shot on the 2.7-inch LCD, which is useful for overhead shots and angles.Simple shootingWe took the camera to a wedding and shot over 1,500 photos using the K200D and the Olympus E-420. The lack of a Live View didn't stop us enjoying the K200D, and we struggle to think of a single shot where it would have come in handy!…

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reviewed 23 Jul 2008

Product Features

Camera Type	SLR
There are 2 main types of camera: The SLR and the Compact. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras use a prism to reflect the exact image as seen through the lens and so offers a more accurate viewfinder. SLR cameras have detachable lenses offering greater flexibility if you wish to take a variety of different photographs. Compact cameras have a built in lens and an ‘above lens’ viewfinder which is less accurate but they are often cheaper, more sleekly designed and easier to carry anywhere with you to capture that moment perfectly without having to fiddle with complex settings or a bag full of lenses.
resolution (Megapixel)	10.2

Screen Size in Inches	2.7
Screen size is measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Face Recognition	No
A function for automatically detecting peoples faces and correctly adjusting the focus and exposure to take the best photo
Image Stabilisation	Yes
If a photo is taken at a slow shutter speed, or at a long focal length, the effects of ‘hand shake’ will be amplified. Some cameras come with built-in image stabilisation which is designed to act against this to produce sharper images. It’s great for low light shots without a tripod, like at a gig.
Colour	Black
The main colour of the product.
Memory Card Slot	Yes
Having a memory card slot allows you to save data to a memory card and then transfer it to another device. For example you may put a photo from your camera or mobile phone onto a memory card and then plug it into your printer to print directly. Memory card slots come in many formats: Compact Flash Card Memory Stick Duo Micro SD Card MMC SD Card SDHC Card
Media Format	SDHC Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
Media Format	SD Card
This is the type of storage that your digital camera or camcorder uses to save images to. The main types of card media format: Compact Flash Micro SD MMC (Multi Media Card) SD Card (Secure Digital) SDHC (Secure Disk High Capacity)
PictBridge	No
An industry standard allowing images to be printed from camera to printer, without needing a computer. CIPA PictBridge Standard Website
Macro Mode	Yes
This mode allows close-up photograpy of small objects such as insects and flowers.
Video Recorder	No
Video recording functionality allows the capture of videos in mpeg or avi format which is great if you want to capture a whole scene, not just one moment.
Manual Focus	Yes
Almost all modern cameras have autofocus. Manual focus allows you to override the autofocus and set the distance yourself. This is especially useful if your camera is struggling to focus in a low-light or confusing scene.
Timer	Yes
Having a timer function is essential if you want to get into the shot yourself. Make sure your camera has this feature if you plan to go on holiday and capture photos of you and your friends or family having fun together.
Under Water	No
An under water feature means your camera is safe to dive with, usually between 3 and 5 metres. Most dSLR cameras will require expensive separate housing so consider investing in a waterproof digital compact first.
Dimensions (mm)	95x133.3x74
The size of the device in millimetres, in width x height x depth.
Weight (g)	630
The weight of the product in grams.
Flash	Yes
Whether or not your camera has an in-built flash. Flashes are essential for fully capturing a low light image.
Body Only	No
dSLR cameras have detachable lenses and are sold in a variety of combinations. This facet lets you know whether the package your are considering comes bundled with a lens or whether it is just the body of the camera.
Resolution (Pixels)	3872x2592
A camera sensor, that captures the photograph, is measured in pixels. The number given here is the horizontal amount of pixels followed by the vertical quantity of pixels. The more pixels a camera sensor has, the bigger and higher quality the image will be.
Shortest Shutter Speed	1/4000
This is the fastest speed at which the camera can take a photo. Faster shutter speeds really freeze the action and are great for sports photography.
Longest Shutter Speed	30"
This is the longest exposure your camera will take. The longer you take a photo for, the more light is let in and the more motion is captured. Long shutter speeds can give fantastic, artistic results. Try photographing the night sky at 30s or longer to see how the rotation of the Earth causes the stars to curve through the scene.
Max. Aperture Lens 1	f3.5-5.6
Measured in f-stops the aperture of a lens dictates the maximum amount of light captured. If you want to do low light photography look for something with a wide aperture like f2.8. The widest aperture is given as a range as it changes when your lens is zoomed in.
Filter Diameter (mm) Lens 1	52
If you want to protect your camera or camcorder lens from getting scratched you will need a filter. A filter screws on to the front of the lens. The filter diameter is the distance across the lens.
USB Port	Yes
Socket for connecting devices such as a computers and other components
WiFi	No
Wifi allows you to connect your device to wireless routers or modems which allows you to connect to broadband internet.

Also known as: K200D

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Manufacturer's Description

Designed mainly for family users and digital camera beginners, this popular-class model offers a host of user-friendly features and sophisticated functions like higher-class models. As a result, even digital camera beginners can enjoy advanced digital SLR photography with great ease.

Pursuing image quality, user-friendliness, operability and cost performance, the K200D is expected to be a new standard-setter in the popular-class market.