Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black)

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

Saturday was spent at the zoo with camera and lens. The pictures were wonderful and the camera was easy to use. I purchase the camera for myself to make sure I got what I wanted for my birthday and I am happy.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

nice camera

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I did extensive research before my purchase and I was not disappointed. The K-r is a super value for the money and has the capability to do everything from point & shoot to any custom combination you wish. This is a camera with which you can grow.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I sell photos online and this camera is a tremendous asset in getting great photos! Easy to use, goes from frame to frame quickly without losing the shot. I photograph a lot of wildlife and sometimes that fraction of a second can matter. Using extended lens does make camera heavier, highly suggest using tripod for extended time for photographing. Photos are crisp and clear. I have only had camera a week, but have taken over 700 photos and have not had issue of losing battery life quickly.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I'll just keep it short and ditto everything "Much ado about Nothing" said. The only difference for me is that I'm still not happy with the t2i. The images are great - it's just a dorky camera that begs for sansabelt slacks and tuna casseroles. It's soulless, and doesn't beg to be used, but it I have to admit that it feels like a million bucks compared to the kr.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

has only had limited use so far but will be using on vacation in september. one thing that the zoom lens did not do that disappointed me was it had no macro capability.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I use the camera mainly for landscape photos and family photos. After reseaching the DSLR market for 5 years I decided on Pentax. I have been a photographer for most of my 68 years. This is all the camera I need. Great looking JPEGs and they make real nice 8x10s. Judging by the crispness of the enlargements I know I can go larger. My first SLR was a Pentax Spotmatic by the way. I have gone thru Pentax, Nikon, Mamiya, Olympus and even a 4x5. I love photography and hope this one will last a while. I purchased the two year extended warrantee so no worries.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I purchased this camera about a month ago and so far it has performed flawlessly. It was the only camera in the 750 price range that came with a telephoto lens.

Simply put, this camera takes amazing pictures and covers a huge range of ISO and zoom with its 55mm and 300mm lenses.

The fish eye digital feature is a unique setting that will allo you to distort a photo without actually having a fisheye lens.

The shutter speed is super fast for action photos in "TV setting," (shutter priortiy mode) I've been able to take clear photos of a hummingbird in flight!

I love being able to take HD videos with the same camera as well.

Overall I'm very pleased with my K-R. Its simply the most versitile camera I've found in this price range and makes a great starter into DSLR photography

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

My first Dslr and so far its been easy to use. I use it mostly for wildlife and car rallies. What sold me mostly was the price compared to the canikons. I havent had any problems so far! I am getting superb shots with its fast shutter speed that I was missing with my P&S.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

Purchased this camera about 2 weeks ago so I am still trying it out but I am very pleased so far! Very easy to use and it takes awesome pictures.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

Purchased this camera as an upgrade from a bridge camera and the difference is amazing. It's easy to use and the low light image quality is amazing compared to my old camera. Images are totally usable all the way up to ISO 3200 and are better quality than my FZ100 at ISO 800. The 300mm lens is excellent in image quality. I could't be happier with this camera.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

This is my first DSLR and I'm extremely pleased with the K-r and the kit lenses. The 55-300 is a little loud when focusing. Very happy with the option to us AA batteries when away from reliable electricity

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

What sold me is that the lenses from my old pentax can be used with this new one!!!!it is light weight and tiny.It is easy to comprehend how to use and really great photos. I especially love the focusing system. Pentax is a high quality camera and lense manufacturer and really don't understand its lack of support here in the states. i take pics of animals and the fast shutter speed is amazing and i think maybe has helped some pups get adopted!5 stars here ...so far :)

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I use my camera casually taking pictures of my family. With little kids it is tough to get a good shot, especially with how much they move. This camera makes it easy!

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

High ISO enables taking photo much easier than previous generation;
more operation modes are very useful for freshman;
support HD movie taking is also very nice;
take more photoes in one time is necessary for motion picture taking;
still support 3A+ battery is a shinning spot.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I love this camera, particulary that it fits my old pentax analogue lenses. I think for the price, and reviews it has had in AUS that it is a fantastic entry level DSLR. The 55-300 zoom is excellent and worth the smaller cost included as a package (retail individually for 650 over here!)

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

K-r is a great camera except for intermittent E Dial (thumbwheel switch). [...]Read about this E Dial problem on Pentax forums.Kit zoom 55-300mm is sharp even wide open at 300mm and is light weight. Grip on camera is good with rubber finish. If E Dial problem persists, I'll return camera to Pentax for repair.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

I got a k1000 when I graduated high school back in '82. A few years ago, I picked-up a k110D. I loved both of those cameras, but was ready to buy a couple additional lens and wanted to make sure I was set with Pentax before I did. Unfortunately, none of the things I loved about my previous two cameras were present in this model. I appreciated the heft and feel of the K1000 and K110D both of which felt substantial, like real tools. In contrast, despite raves about its build quality, the Kr felt almost as cheep to me as does the kx. On top of that, the first set of shots I took with it were either over-exposed (flash on) or poorly focused (a couple "macro" like shots of all-green flowers). It's easy to say that IQ should be the primary concern, and according to most reviews, I should have been happy with this camera, but if it doesn't beg to be taken out, if it feels cheep of hand, you're not going to use it like you hope. For the record, after trying this camera and much of the micro 4/3 line (gf1, g1, epl1, epl2) I caved and went with one of the Honda Accords of the camera world - the Canon t2i, which I strongly wished to avoid, and couldn't be happier. The build quality isn't as great as with the older Pentaxes, but the IQ is, as much as I hate to say it, heads and shoulders above the other cameras I've tried. And, because the t3's are out - it was not really any more than the Kr. Sorry - I really wanted to love this camera. And, finally, this may be nit-picking - but, in my opinion, matching lens and wheel color is pretty goofy - even in black.

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

This camera is easy to use, takes fantastic photos, very intuitive and the user manual is clarly written and understandable.[...]

Comments about Pentax K-r Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 DA-L and 55-300mm DA-L Zoom Lenses (Black):

The Pentax K-R offers a wide range of options for those interested in getting into photography. I am glad that I went with the K-R and I am discovering it is a fun learning curve especially seeing as this is my first true DSLR camera. If you did like me and research and research before you spent your hard earned money this camera is well worth the money.