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Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy)

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Product Highlights

  • Compact, Easy-to-Use, Entry-Level DSLR
  • 12.4Mp APS-C Format CMOS Sensor
  • Still Images and 720p HD Video Capture
  • 2.7" 230,000 Dot LCD
  • Shake Reduction for Low-Light Imaging
  • True High Dynamic Range (HDR) Imaging
  • Up to 4.7 F/P/S Image Capture
  • 11-Point SAFOX VIII Auto-Focus System
  • Stainless-Steel Chassis
  • Up to 1900 Images Per Battery Charge

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The Pentax K-x Digital SLR incorporates advanced DSLR features - including Live View and HD 720p video - in a very capable entry-level camera for those looking to step beyond the limitations of point-and-shoot digicams. Bundled with a Pentax 18-55mm zoom lens (a 27 to 82.5mm zoom on a conventional 35mm camera), the compact Pentax K-x makes the transition to a 'serious' camera system with interchangeable lenses easy and painless.

The Pentax K-x contains a 12.4-megapixel APS-C format CMOS sensor that incorporates a sensor-shift Shake Reduction System that allows you to hand-hold the camera at shutter speeds up to 4-stops slower than normal under low-light situations and still maintain image sharpness. Aside from the K-x's bright optical finder, you can also compose images in Live View mode using the camera's 2.7" LCD.

Despite the K-x's entry-level price point, still images can be captured at a fast 4.7 frames-per-second at shutter speeds up to 1/6000th-second as JPEGs or RAW files. And along with conventional still imaging, you can also capture wide-screen, full resolution 720p (1280x720) HD video at 24fps using the full range of Pentax optics. For travel or everyday family events, the Pentax K-x makes for an ideal imaging companion.

Other advanced features found on the Pentax K-x include an 11-point, wide-angle SAFOX VIII autofocus system, a variety of automatic and manual scene modes, and a True High Dynamic Range (HDR) feature that captures a series of 3 bracketed images and combines them into a single optimized image with a full range of highlight, midrange, and shadow detail.

The Pentax K-x can capture up to 1900 exposures on a set of AA lithium batteries and is also compatible with AA NiMH and alkaline batteries.

12.4-megapixel APS-C Format CMOS Sensor
The K-x incorporates a newly developed CMOS image sensor to assure high-speed image data readout and more flexibility with varying ISO sensitivity levels. With approximately 12.4 effective megapixels, this image sensor accurately reproduces true-to-life images with fine detail and rich color depth. The K-x offers a wide sensitivity range between ISO 200 and ISO 6400 and allows users to expand the sensitivity range between ISO 100 and ISO 12800 via a custom function to offer greater creative freedom to photographers.
Wide Screen HD 1280x720p Video Recording @ 24 Frames-per-Second
The Pentax K-x movie recording function* captures true-to-life movie clips in 16:9 high-definition TV proportions (1280 x 720 pixels) at a frame rate of 24 frames per second. Compatible with every Pentax interchangeable lens ever made, the Video Capture mode opens a new world of creativity for Pentax K-x owners.
High-Speed Continuous Shooting at approximately 4.7 Images-per-Second
The K-x's high-speed continuous shooting mode records as many as 17 images (in JPEG recording format) at a maximum speed of approximately 4.7 images per second. This is the fastest of all entry-class models. The K-x also features a more reliable shutter unit, which passed a demanding action test of more than 100,000 shutter releases. The top shutter speed of 1/6000 second allows the photographer to preserve sharp, crisp images of fast-moving subjects.
High-Performance, High-Speed PRIME II Imaging Processor
The K-x features the newly developed PRIME (Pentax Real Image Engine) II, that is an upgrade of the original PRIME imaging engine. This new imaging engine offers greater data processing speed and enhanced capability to produce higher-quality images with richer, more accurate color rendition, as well as faster transmission speed of movie data.
Live View Function with Face Detection of up to 16 Faces
In addition to the camera's viewfinder, the K-x features a Live View function that allows users to view subjects on the LCD monitor during shooting. The K-x also offers a choice of three different focusing modes in Live View: Contrast Auto Focus, Face Detection Auto Focus, and Phase Difference Auto Focus.
Digital Filters
The K-x's digital filter function allows users to process recorded images in a variety of creative ways within the camera and produce highly creative visual expressions. With a choice of 16 different filters including Color Extract, Retro, Soft, Starburst, Toy Camera, and more (including a custom filter for building multiple effects), photographers may apply multiple filters to a single image for customized effects.
Cross Process Mode
The K-x features a new Cross Process mode that automatically and randomly adds finishing touches to exposures to create eye-catching images with unique, intriguing colors (just like images treated with Cross Process* in film photography). This mode adds a whimsical element to digital photography since photographers don't know the results until the captured image is actually displayed on the camera's LCD monitor.
High-Precision 11-Point AF Sensor
The high-precision, wide-frame SAFOX VIII autofocus system of the K-x features 11 sensor points (with nine cross-type sensors positioned in the middle) to automatically capture even off-centered subjects in sharp, crisp focus. Photographers also may select one of the sensors as a focusing point to accommodate specialized applications.
Additional Features Include:
Custom Image modes offer high quality processing for images, a 2.7" (230,000-dot) high-resolution color LCD, Auto Picture mode for effortless, automatic selection of the most appropriate shooting mode, even during Live View shooting , a Status screen for easy, at-a-glance confirmation of various settings on the LCD, 10 scene modes, including Night Scene, Surf & Snow, Sunset, Kids, and Museum available via simple icon selection, and Pentax Digital Camera Utility 4 software package, with RAW-data processing and image browser functions.
Camera Type Digital SLR
Imaging
Resolution 12.4 Effective Pixels
Sensor APS-C Format CMOS with Primary Color Filter
Bit Depth 8-bit JPEG, 12-bit RAW
File Formats RAW (PEF, DNG), JPEG (EXIF 2.21)
File Size 12M (4288x2428), 10M (3936x2624), 6M (3072x2048), 2M (1728x1152)
Color Spaces sRGB
Creative Color Modes Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Monochrome. Color modes include gamut radar and fine adjustment for saturation, hue, key, contrast, sharpness (regular and fine adj). Monochrome mode includes adjustment for film filter effects (green, yellow, orange, red, magenta, blue, cyan, infrared), toning (sepia warm/cool), key, contrast, sharpness (regular and fine adj). Cross Processing mode available for creative random effect generation.
Image Stabilization Sensor-shift Shake Reduction (4 stops max)
Crop Factor 1.5x
Optics
Lens DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6
Zoom 3x
Lens Mount PENTAX KAF2 bayonet
Focus Type Auto focus, and manual
Focus Range 9.84" (25cm) to infinity
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount 52mm
Shooting Controls
Sensitivity Auto: 200-6400 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-12800
Manual: 200-6400 (1, 1/2, 1/3 EV steps), up to 1600 in Bulb, expand to 100-12800
Shutter Speeds 1/6000 to 30 sec, bulb available
Metering Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Exposure Modes Program, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual)
White Balance Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
Mirror Lock-Up NA
Burst Capability Approx 4.7 FPS (Continuous Hi: 17 JPEG, 5 RAW), 2 FPS (Continuous Lo: unlimited JPEG, 11 RAW)
Self Timer Yes, 12-seconds & 2-seconds
Interval Recording Not Specified By Manufacturer
Remote Control Yes (infrared, 0s, 3s)
Flash
Built-in Flash Retractable P-TTL auto/manual pop-up flash
Effective Flash Range Guide number: 12
External Flash Connection Hot shoe
Dedicated Flash System P-TTL, high speed sync, wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
Max Sync Speed 1/180th
Memory
Built-in Memory None
Memory Card Type SD, SDHC
Still Images per GB 12M - 138/244/479
10M - 163/289/564
6M - 267/468/902
2M - 805/1373/2518
A/V Recording
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolution 1280x720p24 (16:9), 640x416p24 (3:2)
Video Clip Length NA
Audio Recording Not Specified By Manufacturer
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type Pentamirror
Viewfinder Coverage Approx 96%
Display 2.7" TFT color LCD monitor w adjustable brightness
Resolution: 230,000 dots
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out
Video out: NTSC, PAL
System & Software Requirements Windows: Windows XP/Vista/7, USB 2.0 port
Mac: Mac OS-X 10.3-10.5, USB 2.0 port
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature 32-104°F
Weatherproofing NA
Durability NA
Power
Battery Type 4 AA (lithium, NiMH rechargeable, alkaline)
Power Adapter AC Adapter Kit K-AC84U (Optional)
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.8 x 3.6 x 2.7"
Weight Without battery or removable memory: 18.2 oz
Loaded and ready: 20.5 oz

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Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy)
 
4.6

(based on 21 reviews)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (20)
  • Good image quality (19)
  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (13)
  • Image stabilization (13)
  • Large clear LCD (13)

Cons

  • Noisy at high ISO (4)

Best Uses

  • Landscape/scenery (16)
  • Low light (12)
  • Travel (10)
  • Family photos (8)
  • Wildlife (8)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual photographer (13), Photo enthusiast (7)
    • Was this a gift?:
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5.0

Great quality for the price

By Luca Hana

from Italy

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Good Image Quality
  • Good Image Stabilization

Cons

  • Noisy At High ISO

Best Uses

  • Indoors/Low Light
  • Travel

Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

Just love it!
I strongly believe this camera is the best for beginners like myself.

  • Ease of Operation:
  • 9
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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4.0

Love It!!!!!!

By Snapshot479

from Baltimore, MD

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • High ISO Performance
  • Large Clear LCD

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Weddings/Events
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

    The quality of the photo's is amazing, size is perfect, it is great for multiple shots for action photo's. The camera is great for beginners! Auto Pict setting is great for quick shots it seems to be pretty accurate for the most part. Has a very long battry life, which is great. I would recommend when shooting turn on flash because doesn't always flash when needed on auto flash in daylight (ex. in car, shade etc). Also I would use a filter because it makes a huge difference. I would definately buy again!

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 10
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    4.0

    Pentax K-X (Navy Blue) ** Refurbished**

    By Benoit

    from Montreal, Quebec

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Battery Life
    • Good grip
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • High ISO Performance
    • Price

    Cons

    • Discontinued
    • No AF points viewfinder
    • Shutter sound

    Best Uses

    • Family Photos
    • Indoors/Low Light
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

    I'm a beginner in the photography business. What invites me to buy the Pentax K-X is of course the price vs the competition.

    Cheaper does not necessarely rimes with less for your money.

    What i like about it is :

    - The price. Almost 100-150 cheaper than the Nikon and Canon's entry level DSLR.

    - The Grip. I have small hands, and the grip is great, fits perfectly in my hands. It also does not feel cheap at the touch.

    - Picture Quality at high iso.

    - AA batteries instead of battery-pack. You could make 1500+ shots with some good lithium batteries (Energizer Adv. Lithium). Also, simple batteries are more convenient than battery-packs.

    The things that i found not that great about this camera are :

    - Noisy shutter. It is not that bad, but just a bit louder than the competition. You can almost feel the shutter close in your hand.

    - The Menus are simple, but not beginner-friendly as the Nikon D3100 for example.

    - 230k dots LCD screen. The screen itself is large enough, but it needs more pixels. Not that it bothers me, sometime, i'd like to make an opinion on the picture i took with the screen.

    - Pentax K-X is now discontinued :( . You will have to buy it refurbed or used. If you are lucky some stores might have it in stock. In my case, i bought it refurbished.

    It's been 2-3 weeks that i have the camera now and i'm totally satisfied. I had a struggle between the K-X and the K-R and for 200$ less, i chose the K-X, and i don't regret it. I will by another lens for the saving i made :)

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 7
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    4.0

    great product great price

    By Stephen

    from anchorage, ak

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • High ISO Performance
    • Large Clear LCD

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

      i am 100% satisfied with this camera. It works perfectly and is powerful and easy to use. Would recommend to anyone. Best part is all my old pentax lenses work. Only wish I could have gotten it in purple.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 8
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      5.0

      Excellent camera for the price!

      By southernpix

      from Tennessee

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
      • Fast Shutter Speed
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • High ISO Performance
      • Large Clear LCD

      Cons

      • Noisy At High ISO

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

      This is a great camera. I love the HDR feature and video recording. I'm coming off of a D50 I have had for 5 years. That was a great camera. But with all the new features this camera has the price and options were too hard to pass up.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 9
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

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      4.0

      Great intro DSLR

      By mel

      from Denver, CO

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
      • Fast Shutter Speed
      • Good Image Quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Travel

        Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

        I bought this camera to get back into photography after learning years ago on a Pentax K1000 so Pentax has sentimental value. So far it has been very easy to use. Most of the controls are self evident so I have been able to experiment with various modes without needing to use the manual all of the time. It is hard to get used to looking thru the viewfinder again after using a point and shoot for so many years.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 9
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        5.0

        I would buy this product again and again

        By koi92

        from Russia

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use

        Cons

        • Small LCD Screen

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos

        Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

        GREAT CAMERA

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 10
        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

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        5.0

        Sweet

        By John P.

        from Maryland

        About Me Casual Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
        • Good Image Quality
        • Large Clear LCD

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

            This is a great camera.

            • Ease of Operation:
            • 9
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            4.0

            LOVE IT

            By Sarita

            from NYC

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
            • Fast Shutter Speed
            • Good Image Quality
            • Large Clear LCD

            Cons

            • Noisy At High ISO

            Best Uses

            • Indoors/Low Light
            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Sports/Action
            • Video
            • Wildlife photos

            Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

            Being a novice photographer, this camera has made it so easy to learn along the way. I love all its features, although i have yet to learn all of them. Its great so far...would definitely recommend it to anyone.

            • Ease of Operation:
            • 8
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            4.0

            Easy to use and set up

            By none

            from Taft, Ca

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
            • Fast Shutter Speed
            • Good Image Quality
            • Good Image Stabilization
            • High ISO Performance
            • Large Clear LCD

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Indoors/Low Light
              • Landscape/Scenery
              • Sports/Action

              Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

              The navy blue is very nice. the camera was easy to set up takes great pictures. have taken sports pics with good clarity and in focus pictures. the sports taking is as fast as the camera will run.So far the camera is very nice I like thw weight and size just fine.

              • Ease of Operation:
              • 8
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              I would buy this product again

              By Sue

              from Odessa Florida

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
              • Good Image Quality
              • Good Image Stabilization

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Wildlife photos

                Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                I am a beginner with the DSLR. I use it to take pictures of my kids and family, mostly. I am anxious to learn more about the camera and its uses besides Auto. I have been very pleased with the pictures it has taken so far!!! It is very clear, crisp and high quality. It is also easy to use!

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                • No

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                5.0

                Love it

                By Tuckie

                from Wilmington, MA

                About Me Casual Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                • Fast Shutter Speed
                • Good Image Quality
                • Good Image Stabilization
                • High ISO Performance

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Family Photos
                  • Indoors/Low Light
                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Weddings/Events

                  Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                  I'm totally new to DSLR photography, and this has been a phenomenal camera so far. Love the photos it takes and the controls are intuitive, even for a newbie like me--would recommend this camera to anyone. I bought it specifically to take family photos, meaning lots of indoor shooting with low light. So far it's done the job admirably, couldn't ask for more. Bought it after exhaustive research vs Nikon D5000 and Canon Rebels. Extremely pleased with value for money.

                  On the lens, no complaints, it creates crisp results through a comfortable range of focal lengths. Combined with the camera's low light ability, it manages to capture excellent images without the need for a flash, most of the time.

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                  • No

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                  4.0

                  Classy and precise

                  By lilly the accurate

                  from CT

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Fast Shutter Speed
                  • Good Image Quality
                  • High ISO Performance
                  • Large Clear LCD

                  Cons

                  • Noisy

                  Best Uses

                  • City during the day
                  • Indoors/Low Light

                  Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                  It is easy to work with. Even before reading the manual I could manage to work with a lot of its features. It is the first digital camera I own, i have been working with film up until now, and i think this camera is a good choice. I only use it Manual, so i dont know much about the auto.

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                  4.0

                  Good value for the money

                  By Stephen B.

                  from Cary, NC

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Good Battery Life
                  • Great color in low light
                  • Large Clear LCD
                  • Nice compact design

                  Cons

                  • Issues with focal point
                  • Macro so-so
                  • Noisy At High ISO

                  Best Uses

                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                  [...]screwed up default settings but it was easy enough to correct once the problem was identified. Camera motor's quite noisy, making discreet shooting next to impossible. Fits my hand like a glove, is lightweight, and the instruction manual is actually helpful. Using the camera as my principal one on a current year-long roadtrip. See [@] for examples of photo quality.

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                  5.0

                  Love this camera!!

                  By Kate

                  from Brooklyn Park, MN

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                  • Good Image Quality

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Indoors/Low Light
                    • Landscape/Scenery
                    • Sports/Action
                    • Wildlife photos

                    Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                    Have been taking tons of pictures in varied locations and situations. Performed well at Gymnastic show and watching the wildlife at the feeders! Inside, outside, and running after 4 year old this camera has performed just as I expected and want. Great value for the money.

                    Very pleased with the camera. Would recommend this camera for all situations!

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                    5.0

                    Great DSLR for beginner.

                    By Happy customer

                    from Detroit Lakes, MN

                    About Me Casual Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                    • Good Image Quality
                    • High ISO Performance
                    • Large Clear LCD

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Indoors/Low Light
                      • Landscape/Scenery

                      Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                      I was deciding between this and Nikon D5000. I'm completely happy with this camera. Within couple of days, I shot 300 pictures. It lets me use all the manual settings that I understand and produces great quality pictures yet still has loads of features to make it easier for the beginners. That made my transition from point & shoot to SLR much easier and completely frustration free. Highly recommend to those who are new to DSLR.

                      Auto-focus is only fast through view finder and not in live view.

                      Average shutter speed. Never really needed faster speed for my use.

                      It takes beautiful pictures in low lights.

                      It does produce noise at high ISO but so do other cameras.

                      Auto white balance doesn't work the greatest in indoor light but can enter the white balance setting in one push of a button.

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                      5.0

                      Good machine with nice color!

                      By Yaobiao

                      from [@]

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Good Image Quality
                      • Good Image Stabilization
                      • Large Clear LCD
                      • Quiet
                      • Tilt /Swivel LCD

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Landscape/Scenery
                        • Travel

                        Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                        It is a very good machine and the color is quite nice. Although the sound of tripping is a little bit louder, comparing with Cannon and Nikon, Pentax K-x is wonderful with quality and low price.

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                        5.0

                        I love this camera!

                        By kburkman

                        from Lincoln NE

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Use
                        • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                        • Fast Shutter Speed
                        • Good Image Quality
                        • Good Image Stabilization
                        • High ISO Performance
                        • Large Clear LCD
                        • Quiet

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Indoors/Low Light
                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Macro Photography
                          • Travel
                          • Wildlife photos

                          Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                          I am an amateur photographer, who learned on a Pentax film camera. My first digital SLR was a Pentax k100, which I have enjoyed for 3.5 years. However, I was feeling extremely outclassed in mega-pixels (6.7), so I started shopping. It didn't take me long to decide on the k-X. I don't need a professional level camera, and even though this is listed as 'entry-level', it is light years ahead of the k100. It is so quick, very responsive. It feels good in my hands - it is a bit smaller. I am still working my way through all of the menus and applications, but am looking forward most to using the HDR function to photograph these beautiful NE plains. I am also anxious to try the video function. I haven't had it long enough to do everything. I love this camera.

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                          4.0

                          Liking it so far!

                          By Bresh N

                          from Indiana

                          About Me Casual Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy To Use
                          • Good Image Quality
                          • Good Image Stabilization

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                              I love this camera. It is easy to use, even for a beginner. I haven't had much opportunity to experiment with it yet, but what little I have so far-its been great! I love the fact that any Pentax lens will fit this camera, no matter how old. I think that gives the camera a HUGE advantage over any Nikons or Cannons-which are only compatible with certain lenses.

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                              5.0

                              Greatest choise

                              By karel

                              from Curacao netherlands Antilles

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                              Pros

                              • Easy To Use
                              • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                              • Fast Shutter Speed
                              • Good Image Quality
                              • Good Image Stabilization
                              • High ISO Performance
                              • Large Clear LCD

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Indoors/Low Light
                                • Landscape/Scenery
                                • Macro Photography
                                • Travel

                                Comments about Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy):

                                the camera is very comfortable, gives all the information I want and the pictures are the best ever.

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                                Memory Cards

                                Required item: Memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

                                Delkin Devices -  8GB SDHC Memory Card Pro Class 10
                                • Price: $10.04
                                • GBP 6.41
                                 

                                Lenses

                                Get a wide-angle, zoom, or other effect for various photography applications.

                                Pentax -  SMCP-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED Autofocus Lens for Select Digital SLR Cameras
                                • Price: $429.95
                                • GBP 274.51
                                USA
                                 

                                Not compatible with "full-frame" (35mm size) cameras

                                Filters

                                Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect.

                                Tiffen -  52mm UV Protector Filter
                                • Price: $6.00
                                • GBP 3.83
                                 

                                Lens Hoods

                                Shade your lens from unwanted stray light.

                                Pearstone -  52mm Snap-on Tulip Lens Hood
                                • Price: $11.95
                                • GBP 7.63
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                                Flash & Accessories

                                Get a flash to add light to your picture.

                                Pentax -  AF-360 FGZ P-TTL Shoe Mount Flash
                                • Price: $339.95
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                                • GBP 217.05
                                 

                                Bags & Cases

                                Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.

                                Lowepro -  Rezo TLZ 20 Compact Holster-Style Bag (Black)
                                • Price: $39.95
                                • GBP 25.51
                                 
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                                What's in the Box

                                Pentax Pentax K-x Digital SLR with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Navy)
                                • SMCP-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Lens
                                • Body Mount Cover
                                • Eyecup
                                • Hotshoe Cover
                                • Strap
                                • USB Cable
                                • AA lithium Batteries
                                • Software CD-ROM
                                • 1-Year Warranty
                                 
                                 
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