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.
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.
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We review the new Pentax K-3 III DSLR from Ricoh Imaging, and take an in-depth look at the cameras new features, as well as look at image quality from the camera. Find out how the K-3 III performs.
John Riley reviews the revamped Pentax-FA 35mm f/2 which now features the latest HD coating along with a new physical design. John shares his MTF charts, sample photos and gives his verdict.
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the ultra wide-angle zoom Pentax SMC P-DA 12-24mm f/4.0 ED/AL (IF) Lens.
John Riley reviews the new Pentax K-3 II DSLR, with a 24 megapixel sensor and pixel shift technology to produce sharper images.
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