Pentax K-7 14.6 MP Digital SLR with Shake Reduction and 720p HD Video with DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Weather Resistant Lens
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Manufacturer: PentaxModel: 17831
Color: Black
Product features:
- High-resolution, 14.6-megapixel CMOS sensor; compact, magnesium alloy body
- Kit includes Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL weather-resistant lens
- Weather resistant, dustproof, and coldproof (14 degrees F, -10 degrees C)
- Fast 5.2 fps shooting with the new PRIME II Image processing engine; top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec freezes even the fastest action in well-lit settings
- 3-inch LCD; Live View mode, with contrast AF, Face Detection, and optional histogram, grid, and bright/dark area display
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
- Adobe Photoshop CS5 Upgrade [Old Version]
- Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 [OLD VERSION]
- Serif PhotoPlus X3
- Adobe Photoshop CS4 Upgrade [OLD VERSION]
- Aperture 3
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Pentax K-7 14.6 MP Digital SLR with Shake Reduction and 720p HD Video with DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Weather Resistant Lens
Customer Review: Pentax K7 w/ kit lens
Summary: 5 Stars
After a 30 year hiatus from photography I got in to a new hobby of computers. After building myself a few, one for my wife and another for a friend I decided to build the pc of all pc's. I ended up with a new Intel Core I7 (1366 platform) 920. The default speed of that processor is 2.67 GHz.Taking all the knowledge I aquired in previous builds, I added the most proficient air cooler to the chip, replaced all the fans in my Cooler Master HAF 932 case for maximum air flow to keep the unit cool, then I overclocked that CPU to 4.2 GHz. Then putting in two powerful video cards and 6 gigabytes of the fastest RAM on the market ( 2000MHz ), and running stress test after stress test finally reaching a top speed of 4.357GHz I could get no more performance out of the build. I tuned it back down to 4.2 GHz to run 24/7 and came to the realization I was bored. :) That being the case I had to find a new hobby that would preferably utilize all the power I had built into my new PC. Having sold my old Minolta X700 and it's lenses a few months earlier, hating my point and shoot camera, I decided to re-teach myself photography in the digital format. Back to researching and reading all I could to make an informed purchase, I came across the Pentax K7. This unit having more features than I ever came across shooting film, falling in to a price range I found affordable and being several hundred dollars cheaper with comparable features in a Canon or a Nikon I felt this would be a good price to performance buy and I went for it, and I am so glad I did. This little wonder is going to take me years to master. With so many shooting formats as well as hi-def movie capability, coupled up with my new PC and some nice software to work with my shots, I don't anticipate beig bored again for a very long time. It was a Christmas present to myself and I've probably taken 1500 to 2000 pictures so far trying to learn what some of the things built into it do. What an impressive little tool this camera is. It's not a camera, it's a tool. I'm getting somewhat proficient at composing and choosing the correct exposure settings for the few formats I've chosen, I am REALLY having fun with this piece of equipment. I am at the infant stage in this new hobby as I not only have to digest all the things the camera can do, I have some complex software I need to learn as well. I don't think I'll ever make it as a professional photographer, although I'm pretty impressed with the photos this Pentax has produced I suppose one could become a pro with this camera.
Dollar for dollar, feature for feature, this new Pentax K7 is one exceptional buy.If you are not a pro and are looking for a great digital SLR to graduate to from a point and shoot and maybe having used a film SLR in your past, you should really take a good hard look at this Pentax. If I had to bracket this unit in a class I would say it's definately an enthusiasts camera bordering on the professional with all the features it comes with. Before you lay down thousands on a Canon or a Nikon having all the features included in the K7 I would recomend you take a good hard look at this camera and all the technology built in to it. From what I've seen in the photos I've taken, this is one little fantastic camera to consider!!
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Description of Pentax K-7 14.6 MP Digital SLR with Shake Reduction and 720p HD Video with DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Weather Resistant Lens
FEATURES Compact, magnesium alloy body: One of the smallest DSLRs in its class, the K-7's compact, magnesium alloy body lets you travel light while still maintaining durability and build quality. 14.6 megapixels: The redesigned 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor offers improved noise control, four channel output for faster image capture and movie capture capabilities. Plus the new sensor offers the ideal combination of resolution and file size, allowing for large prints and cropping flexibility. 3 inch LCD: The 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dot resolution is perfect for detailed image or movie capture and review and is ideal for the Live View function. Weather, dust and cold resistant: The K-7 is weather, dust and cold resistant (to 14 degrees F or -10 degrees C), making it ideal for use in any environment. New PRIME II Image processing engine: Fast 5.2 frame-per-second shooting with the powerful new PRIME II Image processing engine, which features fast circuitry and low noise image processing. Ideal for sporting events or any fast-action situation. High top shutter speed: A top shutter speed of 1/8000 sec freezes even the fastest action and gives creative control over apertures in well-lit settings. New 77-segment metering system: A new 77-segment metering system quickly and accurately determines exposure, even in the most complex and dynamic lighting situations. Live View mode: Live View mode, with contrast AF, Face Detection and optional histogram, grid and bright/dark area display, allows you to quickly compose your images without having to position your eye against the viewfinder. 100 percent field-of-view viewfinder (with 0.92X magnification) and bright focusing screens are ideal for accurate image composition and focus. Widescreen HD Movie Capture features adjustable quality settings and aperture control, as well as Shake Reduction and an external microphone terminal for recording stereo sound. High resolution playback: HDMI port with sele...Digital SLRs
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