Pentax Shake Reduction DSLR Camera

Last updated: February 2, 2022

Pentax Shake Reduction DSLR Camera
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We looked at the top DSLR Cameras and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best DSLR Camera you should buy.

Overall Take

In our analysis of 118 expert reviews, the Pentax Shake Reduction DSLR Camera placed 17th when we looked at the top 19 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

Sensor-shift Shake Reduction for Image StabilizationWidescreen HD video in full 720p resolution at 24 FPS cinematic frame rate, using any Pentax 35mm lensTrue HDR image capture blends 3 bracketed images into a single picture with outstanding detailFast 4.7 FPS capture speed and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speeds11-point wide-angle focusUses SD/SDHC memory cardsUses 4 AA batteriesIncludes 4 AA batteries, USB cable, hotshoe cover, eyecup, body mount cover and strap

Expert Reviews


What experts liked

Very good noise profile; nice-size viewfinder for its class; relatively speedy
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Image quality was deemed fantastic, and without qualification, that's easily the most important aspect of a camera
Like Nikon's Motion-JPEG cameras, video quality from the Pentax K-x DSLR is excellent.
Images are sharp and you can have them in JPEG or raw format or both
Plenty of useful features, easy and fun to use, AA batteries available everywhere
The Pentax K-x's list of features is impressive, including much of what was introduced on the K-7.
Excellent high ISO image quality.
The AF system was largely on track, especially when it came to action photography.

What experts didn't like

Doesn't display AF points in viewfinder
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The K-x's image quality really stands out, and the kit lens is superb. We also like the build quality, which feels tough, and the ergonomics.
No illumination of AF points, menu system a little dated, no rubberised thumb-rest
The only potential downfall is the lack of an AF-point display overlay, something also missing from the K2000, which means that no LEDs will light up in the viewfinder when you half-press the shutter button to focus.
Limited autofocus during video recording.
No, not every feature was to my liking-especially the part about requiring four AA cells, since the camera does not come with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack.

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