Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black)

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Bought this camera in september. It is my first ever digital camera. With the kit lens taking photo's is a snap. And just like a little kid every picture I take I must look at. Which brings me to the only thing I don't like..... Battery life. Use all the new features, auto-focus, built in flash, anti shake, etc. and you will be recharging the battery frequently.
As for the old..... older lenses, with limitations, work well with this camera. Just as the description stated. I use the camera to shoot macro and floral mostly.
Haven't tried the video as yet.
Read the instruction manual before you jump in, it will definitely save you from a headache.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

i love my new Pentax Kr! i love to take photos of my family and friends, landscaping, nature and anything else I can think of or that catches my eye! I am still learning about my new camera but so far everything that I have used has worked out great and my photos look beautiful! I have noticed that some are not always in focus, not sure if it is something I am not doing right or the camera yet but time will tell! So far very happy...

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Easy to navigate menus, amazing pictures, great image stabilization. Auto focus works good but is kinda loud.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

I buy this camera to take picture and videos in my family and parents partys.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

I'm using k-r like a amatour since 2 weeks.
I like a lot:
- small
- great quality of photo on high ISO
- very fast
- good movie
It is my second camera from Pentax, I just can recommend everybody Pentax k-r!

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

I have had a pentax in the past 20 year and it was very easy for to used and i would recommanded to anyone

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Definitely not a super high-end camera, but it is still well made and has excellent image quality. The only major issue I had is that it DOES NOT HAVE WIRED SHUTTER REMOTE CAPABILITY. It is compatible with a wireless IR remote aimed toward the front of the camera, but does not have RF remote capability or a jack for a wired remote. There is an optional 2s delay on the shutter release to elimintate vibration with long exposures if the exact timing isn't important. The autofocus seems to be fast and accurate under most conditions (with the included DAL 18-55mm AF lens). The viewfinder (penta-mirror, not penta-prizm) is ok for general use, but could be a little brighter for easy use if manually focusing in extremely low-light conditions. Also, under some brighter lighting conditions, the viewfinder seems to show a slightly grainy texture, although it does not interfere with determining whether the subject is in focus. The exposure information display in the viewfinder is a little too dim to be easily read under extremely bright lighting. I have not used the Liveview enough to rate its performance. Image noise starts to appear over ISO 1600, (somewhere between 800 and 1600 if you look closely), but it doesn't seem any worse than similar-range cameras I've seen. The built-in flash seems to work well, even in extremely dark conditions but I haven't used it enough to compare the accuracy of the exposure compensation. It will not allow shutter speeds over 1/180s when using the built-in flash. The navigational buttons are a small and although ok for menu navigation, are occasionally inconvenient for second functions, such as sensitivity value and drive mode. Camera-specific accessories, such as the 4 AA battery adaptor, seem to be relatively expensive.

Works well with older A-type lenses. All exposure modes work as long the aperature ring is set to "A" (if you are manually setting the aperature value, it can be set through the camera). Also works with manual-aperature lenses in Manual and Aperature-Priority modes, although the optical (or possibly digital) preview function is needed to show the exposure metering in Manual mode. I haven't noticed any problems or had any errors using Aperature Priority mode with manual lenses. The in-camera shake-reduction seems to work ok, even with manual lenses (when using an older lens, a prompt comes up to enter the approximate focal length every time the camera is turned on when shake-reduction is enabled). So far,I've had the camera approximately 2 months without any problems, with the only major issue being that it does not have a jack for a wired shutter remote.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

It is a well-built camera, giving an impression of solidity, despite the plastic body. The viewfinder is somewhat dark and the information are slightly obscured. The LCD monitors is perfect. The quality of the photos is very good and the general controls easy to understand and to set. A good quality/price ratio.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

I will be travelling to Portugal shortly and I wanted to be sure to take great pics. According to Consumer Reports the K-r is a great DSLR. I have not been disappointed. It takes great shots and has many different programs that I am getting used to yet.

I haven't found anything bad yet, too soon. Although the video is 720p instead of the 1080p like the Nikon 3100D.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Further to my earlier post the following clarification was received from Pentax today -

" The D-BC109 is a dual voltage charger (100-240v), meaning that it is universal.

The charger indicates 3 different certifications. Under the JET (Japan) and CET (European) certification marks, the specifications list 100-240v (indicating the possible range that can be experienced in this region).

The C UL US certification lists 120v/60hz, meaning that in the U.S., the input is 120v. The power cord provides 7a 125v, however because the charger is dual voltage, it is able to regulate the current within the 100-240v range. The only thing you need to use this charger in the UK is a physical adapter. You do not need to use a transformer, as the charger is dual voltage."

So this sets the record straight and I thank Pentax for taking the trouble to do so.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

This is a good camera for a small price and has good interchangeability, I mean the lens.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Been an avid photographer for years. Won awards, so am very particular about my photo equipment. This camera takes great photos, instructions are well written, great grip, feels sturdy as a professional camera should feel!

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

So many features in this entry level dslr and for such a good price. built in intervalmeter, amazing range of iso, super fast 6fps continuous shooting, hd video, multiple hdr modes. I love this camera and still feel I have not used all of it's available features. Plus the fact that you can use any pentax lens made is awesome.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Bought it for my daughter as her first DSLR, stepping up from a point-and-shoot. I own a Pentax K-10D and I was surprised by this one performs. Great JPGs right out of the camera, small, light and simple to operate.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Zoom Lens (Black):

Having used KR for the last few weeks I have yet to obtain consistent results as to clarity, color, that beats my old Pentax istD. I have spoken to Pentax and they are reviewing photos, but have not gotten back to me. I am not pleased.