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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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Starting with the Pentax K10D in 2006 we list each of the Pentax K Series camera models produced up to 2025, with the Pentax K-3 III Monochrome being Pentax's most recent release.
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.
In our sequence of articles covering the different of series of Pentax cameras and lenses, John Riley turns his attention to the KA mount and A Series, that featured electronic contacts allowing for communication between camera and lens which opened up a new world of exposure control.
John Riley reviews this easily adapted although rarer 150mm f/3.5 telephoto lens from the Pentax M Series. John provides his insight into this less common focal length, along with sharing test charts, sample photos and his verdict.
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