Pentax K-7
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 7th of 51 in SLR/Professional
- 1st of 29 in Pentax
- 6th of 72 in Over $600
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Editors' Comments
[Read our full Pentax K-7 review] The K-7 is Pentax's latest "prosumer" dSLR, and it's truly top-notch. It's been extremely popular with enthusiasts and serious amateurs since its release. Longtime Pentax users praise it as the Pentax they've always wanted, while recent Pentax converts are happy they chose the K-7 over similar Nikon or Canon models. Designed as a sleek update of the popular K20D, it features improvements including 720p HD video, a 3.0-inch live view LCD display, a PRIME II image processor, and improved dust proofing, while retaining amenities like the 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor and shake reduction. It's a little bit more expensive than the Canon 50D or Nikon D90, but it has the specs and attitude to back up the price tag.
Specifications
- 14.6 megapixels
- JPEG and RAW file formats
- PRIME II Image Processor
- 720p/1080i HD video
- Pentax KAF3/KAF2/KAF/KA mount lenses
- ISO levels up to 6400
- 3.0-inch live view LCD display
- Lithium-ion battery
- Shake reduction
- Weather-sealed, magnesium/steel alloy body & stainless-steel chassis
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Product Information
| Manufacturer | Pentax |
|---|---|
| Part Number | PTX17811 |
| UPC | 027075155145 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2009 |
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