John Riley reviews Pentax's lowest priced DSLR model aimed at enthusiasts that's still in production. The KF might be Pentax's least equipped model, but with a 24mp sensor it's far from being a compromise in what really matters, image quality.
With over 15 years in continuous production, John Riley revisits this versatile Pentax all-in-one walkaround solution. Does the Pentax 18-135mm match up to modern expectations? With sample photos, MTF & CA charts along with further reflection John provides the answers.
John Riley reviews the super versatile Pentax F 35-70mm zoom lens from the late 1980s. Easily purchased for very little expense, can this film zoom hold its own on digital sensors? John rigorously tests the lens to find out.
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The Pentax MX-1 is an advanced compact camera with Brass top and bottom plates as well as a bright f/1.8 4x optical zoom lens.
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John Riley reviews the Pentax 55mm f/1.8 manual focus K mount lens from the 1970s. Is this relatively inexpensive easily adapted lens worth buying? John puts it to test providing MTF & CA charts, sample photos and his verdict.
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