The PENTAX K20D digital SLR offers advanced photo enthusiasts an array of exciting PENTAX innovations. The newly developed CMOS image sensor brings out optimum performance of PENTAX interchangeable lenses. Featuring 14.6 effective megapixels (highest in its class) and the latest 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. Customizable features ideal for shooters who demand complete control include the Expanded Dynamic Range function that allows users to gain more contrast/detail in bright settings and a new Custom Image function to select/adjust finishing touches to an image. Weather and dust resistant body allows you to keep shooting even in harsh conditions; Dust Reduction and Dust Alert features eliminate the need of time retouching Advanced 16-segment metering and 11-point AF, with 9 cross sensors, ensure perfectly exposed and focused images Unique exposure modes, such as hyper-program, Sv and TAv, offer shooting versatility Retractable P-TTL popup ElectronicFlash; Guide number - 13 (100/m); Coverage - 28mm wide angle (equivalent to 35mm) Flash modes - on, redeye, slow sync, slow sync + redeye, trailing curtain sync, wireless; Flash exposure compensation - -2 to +1 EV in 1/2 steps / Hot Shoe for adding optional external-flash USB 2.0 hi-speed, video out, DC input, cable switch, X-Sync socket; Video out - NTSC, PAL; Printer interfaces - PictBridge Body dimensions (W x H x D) - 5.6 x 4.0 x 2.76?; Body weight (without battery or removable memory) - 25.2 oz; Loaded and ready - 28.2 oz Uses and includes Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery D-LI50 (39581) with Charger
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
A Great Camera, January 7, 2009
By
PhotogFantastic image quality and full spec. with in-body-stabilation, weather proof, focus correction for lenses etc.
Looking forward to having a FF Pentax!
Very Impressed, January 2, 2009
By
V. Ekpuk (The Hague, Netherlands)
I am very impressed with this camera, I bought as an upgrade to to my Pentax *stD.
While ordering it I took a leap of faith and ordered the "openbox" from Amazon market place, thinking that if I do not like it, I could always return, but to my surprise, the only thing dented was the package it came in. The camera body was perfectly new, no blemishes, I popped in my 18-250mm lens and the photo quality has been a dream. I like that i can have both jpg and RAW in one shot.
I recommend this camera to pple who are watching their budget and also want high quality camera. If you have not yet invested in lenses for other expensive competitions in the market, you will not be disappointed with Pentax K20.
One Star is for AMAZON, December 29, 2008
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J. RuddDo not use AMAZON - they cancelled my order after I had made purchase and I am now out of pocket due to currency exchange rates.
Great Camera - Buy it Here, December 17, 2008
By
applewood (everywhere and nowhere)
I'm no expert - this is my first DSLR - and I did much of my shopping preparation here on Amazon (great in-depth reviews and suggestions, and so I got this K20D for its sturdiness, retro feel, and features and capacity I can grow into). But when it came time to buy I did a google search and found it way cheaper elsewhere.... Once I'd ordered it (at an increased price...) I happened to do a search of that online retailer + "scam" and found they are one of the many "bait and switch" dealers out there. So I cancelled that order immediately and returned to amazon.com for the purchase. When it came time to check out, the camera/lens set was maybe a hundred dollars more than the other place, but besides the free shipping, I also was offered $200 in bonus promos (including a 12 megapixel Pentax point and shoot and a camera bag!), and was confident in knowing I wasn't dealing with sharks. The camera(s) arrived quickly and well packed, and so begins my digital adventure.....
My advice is simple, shop and compare and get educated on the camera and lens you want, then buy HERE (or some similarly reputable source) with confidence.
Huge improvement, December 16, 2008
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P. Albano (GA)
Having owned Pentax equipment for the last 15 years, I have to say this is the best yet. It totally eclipses my *istDS.I would recommend it to anyone.
