| Latest Review Posted | Pentax KP
https://www.pentaxforums.com/gallery/images/122954/large/1_PHT00206.jpg I have been using this camera since June 2020. I really like this camera!! I upgraded from a K-S2 and this camera is quite a step up in quality!
The build quality is excellent. The dials turn solidly with no play, and the buttons respond immediately when pressed. I use the large grip as that fits my and best and feels the most solid, but I love the idea of having a choice of grips for lighter lenses of smaller hands.
The weight of the KP is very pleasing with a good, solid feel to it. The glass 100% coverage pentaprism viewfinder is nice and bright with all pertinent information displayed and easily seen even while wearing glasses. The camera is very compact and reminiscent of old Pentax film cameras. In fact, people have mistaken it for a film camera while I was out shooting!! Love the retro look!
The IQ is excellent and the dynamic range is much better than the K-S2. I have found the highlights are not blown out, and more detail is seen in the shadows. High ISO capability is also excellent with 12,800 ISO being very useable, and even higher if large prints won’t be made. Focus speed and accuracy is dead on even with screwdrive lenses. The shake reduction is phenominal! I have found that, with care, I can shoot sharp photos at 300mm and 1/20 sec!! Adjusting for the crop factor, that is 4.5 stops of shake reduction!! Wow !
The customizablilty is so nice. Almost every button or dial c... |
