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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.
Asahi Photo is a UK based camera and lens repair company specialising in film cameras, including the Asahi Pentax 6x7, Pentax 67 and Pentax 67II models.
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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Walking with the GR4 Today.
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Misty Field Walk
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What do you get when you add an SMC A 50mm Macro to the F 1.7 AF TC?
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Kingfisher - Awarded Photo of the Week
Photograph titled 'Kingfisher' by JudgeTed selected as Pentax User's Photo of the Week.
My morning Walk - Awarded Photo of the Week
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Motorcycles - Awarded Photo of the Week
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Gonzen - Awarded Photo of the Week
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Popular Reviews & Features
If you're wondering if Pentax gear is still a viable option in 2026, we've put together 5 positive reasons to why you should buy into the Pentax brand. The DSLR format might be deemed antiquated by some, but here we show there's still life in the old dog yet.
John Riley reviews the new Pentax K-3, the flagship Digital SLR with new 24 megapixel sensor and advanced features.
Fast, sharp 50mm F Series vintage lens from Pentax. John Riley reviews this easily adapted, widely available f/1.7 classic, sharing sample photos, MTF & CA performance charts along with his verdict of this standard length K mount lens.
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.
