| Latest Review Posted | Pentax K200D
Pros | Weather sealed, sturdy, runs on AA batteries, top LCD, reliable
Cons | Noise above ISO 400 (especially in dark portions of the photo), loud shutter (can sometimes startle twitchy wildlife)
Rating | 9
Price (U.S. Dollars) | 605
Years Owned | 2
I can recommend this camera: Yes
Value, Features, Performance & Size
Sturdy and Reliable for Outdoor Photography
Camera Review
General Comments: The K200D was my first DSLR, and I've been happy with it from day one. I'm primarily an outdoor photographer, so weather sealing was one of my primary considerations, as was the ability to use AA batteries. I've used the K200D in sub-zero F cold, in rain and snow, and in dusty 90-degree heat. I carry the camera around my neck when hiking, and have accidentally smacked it against trees and rocks without any marks on the body or damage to the works. When bicycling, I carry the camera in a padded bag on my bike's rear rack. I've never had any trouble despite having over 35000 actuations. Here's a summary of the K200D's main characteristics:
• Thorough, understandable instruction books
• Excellent neck strap (though I swapped it for one I made)
• Logical placement of controls
• Labels on camera and lens are easy to read
• Camera can be used while wearing gloves
• Ability to select LARGE TEXT for monitor menu commands
• Uses AA batteries
• Uses standard SD and SDHC memory cards
• Mirror lock-up capability
• Shutter release is cri... |
