Pentax K200D Review

July 2nd, 2008 by nhatgnat

The Pentax K200D is a 10.2-megapixel digital SLR with a 2.7-inch LCD monitor and Pentax’s Shake Reduction image stabilization system. The camera has a dustproof, water-resistant body that is compatible with every Pentax lens ever made. Pentax says the K200D “contains all the advanced imaging technology of the award-winning K10D, but is designed for new digital SLR users who want a camera that will allow them grow as they learn about photography.”

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Pentax K200D Studio Test Images
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Pros Inexpensive Dust and weather resistant Shake Reduction image stabilization built into camera body Surprisingly good image quality at ISO 1600 Uses convenient AA batteries Allows simultaneous recording of RAW and JPEG format images Dust Reduction system Big 2.7-inch LCD Good flash metering Light weight	Cons Plasticky body Auto focus lock does not work in continuous AF mode Loud auto focus motor Might be uncomfortable in big hands Exposure compensation is only plus/minus two stops No dedicated ISO button

Introduction
The last Pentax SLR I touched was the K1000 35mm film camera I had in high school. The K1000 was a well-built, fully manual camera — a great learning tool. Along those same lines, the K200D is a high-quality, entry-level to serious amateur digital SLR. It’s a great crossover camera with both point-and-shoot and professional DSLR features. I brought it along with me on a recent trip to Washington, D.C.

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4 Responses

1. A Photographer At The Beijing Olympics Says:
   August 12th, 2008 at 9:49 am

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2. Christiane Says:
   January 2nd, 2009 at 9:38 pm

   Is there an image available of the special editon white model? Is it even available yet?

3. ben wigg Says:
   June 10th, 2009 at 2:58 am

   does anyone know the battery life as it says it takes AA batteries

4. Bill Says:
   August 13th, 2009 at 11:07 am

   The Rechargeable Batteries , Do Not Last Long in the K200D , even with the Ni-MH .

   Pentax Reconmends to Use Lithium AA 4 Pack , which is going to set you back about $15 -$20
   But they will take up to 1500 to 2500 pictures .

   If You Do use Ni-MH , Used the Duracell Ni-MH ,
   I have a few different brands AA Ni-MH ,and was Duracell is the Best Performer .
   ( And ,No ! I am Not Getting Any Comission )

   I Have Own Canon Digital Rebel and the Nikon D50
   I Presently Own a Pentax K200D ,due to the Price and the Weather Proofing , i wasn,t Expecting Much From this Camera , But It Surprised Me .

   The Pentex K200D Falls in Between the Two , and You Have to Read Your Manual
   Or Go on Youtube , and Search it out . Some Good Tips .

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