Pentax K7 SLR Review - A Tough Little Digital Camera

The Pentax K7 camera sits firmly in the advanced category of in this line of Pentax DSLR cameras. This model has quite an impressive specs sheet and intuitively designed controls.

This camera comes bundled with an 18 to 55mm kit lens which should suffice for most general purpose photography. A large 14.6 megapixel sensor captures the images through a new auto focus system with a 4-channel output.

The K7 still has an increasingly rare optical viewfinder for full field of vision via glass prism system. It features automatic facial recognition and burst shooting mode. At the rear, it has a fixed 3-inch screen that is more than enough to preview all photos taken with ease. It may be used for real-time monitoring as well through the camera’s Live View capability.

This unit can churn out images of up to 4672x3104 and videos in 720p HD at a frame rate of 30 fps.

Shutter speed is impressive with a maximum setting of 1/8000 second, and it does its job without making any excessive noise that could bother wildlife or disrupt delicate occasions.

Moreover, the Pentax K7 camera has the ability to stabilize the sensor to adjust to slight tilts and shakes while firing away at the subject. Most other camera stability systems fiddle with the lens, but this approach by Pentax produces just as good if not better results. As expected, all of the company’s existing lenses can fit the K7 to a tee. This should come as a reassuring piece of information for loyal owners of Pentax DSLR cameras.

The K7 can be considered yet another job well done for this company which continues to thrive despite competition from industry giants. This new model presents several innovations and feature upgrades to go along with a weather-proof magnesium body. It has ergonomic grips for easy handling and has all the controls at intuitive locations.

By mixing all the right ingredients in one terrific camera, Pentax has created a sure-fire hit. So don’t delay. Order the Pentax K7 camera today while stocks last.

US visitors, please click here for our review of the North American version of the Pentax K7.

Five out of five stars.	We liked Rugged, compact, wide variety of lenses available, very quiet.
	We didn't like Poor battery life, especially in preview mode, might be difficult for beginners.