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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 Pentax WG-8 which is 20 megapixel tough waterproof camera. John provides sample photos, test charts and his verdict for this travel and pocket friendly compact.
The potential for a DSLR revival could just be around the corner as some photographers seek more of a photographic experience over Mirrorless. John Riley compares the latter premium APS-C models released - Pentax K-3 III, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 and Pentax KP.
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Competitions
Upload your photos to the main gallery to be in with a chance of winning the accolade of Photo of the Week. The current prize is a 128GB EVO Plus microSD memory card with SD adapter, courtesy of our friends at Samsung.
Congratulations Nigelk and Simonmac for your successful entries in the recent photography competitions Weekly #975 - Fruit and Veg and Weekly #974 - Hats.
Why not join in by submitting your photos to the latest competitions.
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Posed - Awarded Photo of the Week
Photograph titled 'Posed' by AlwaysAl selected as Pentax User's Photo of the Week.
Face in a crowd - Awarded Photo of the Week
Photograph titled 'Face in a crowd' by pipinmels selected as Pentax User's Photo of the Week.
Windy day - Awarded Photo of the Week
Photograph titled 'Windy day' by maranatha selected as Pentax User's Photo of the Week.
Emerging - Awarded Photo of the Week
Photograph titled 'Emerging' by Simonmac selected as Pentax User's Photo of the Week.
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Popular Reviews & Features
John Riley reviews the beautifully crafted vintage SMC Pentax-M 28mm f/2.8 lens from the late 1970s early 80s. Read how a legacy lens from this era performs compared to modern standards, along with viewing sample photos, MTF & CA charts from testing this lens.
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new HD Pentax-DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 Limited DC WR lens - the first Limited edition zoom lens from Pentax.
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW telephoto zoom lens for APS-C and FF cameras.
We've all seen insects close up but have you seen anything quite like this? Pentax User speaks to Thomas Shahan about his passion for arthropods.
