Pentax K-7 Reviews and Resources
Written by Eric Reagan on May 15th, 2009 | 4 Comments
The Pentax K-7 is a 14.6 megapixel DSLR, which features HD video capturing capabilities and a unique HDR mode, which produces one composite image from a series of 3 bracketed exposures.
The K-7 is a crop-sensor camera, which means it produces an angle of view of 1.5x the focal length of lenses as compared to a 35mm or full frame camera. For example, a 300mm lens has the appearance of a 450mm lens as a result of the “crop factor”.
Pentax K-7 Availability
Pentax K-7 Key Features
- 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor
- Sensor-based Shake Reduction
- Magnesium alloy body
- 77-segment metering system
- 5.2 frames per second
- HD Movie capture at 720p
- Dedicated AF-assist lamp
- Electronic Level function
- HDR image capture mode
Pentax K-7 Resources
Pentax K-7 Reviews
In terms of feature set and build quality it’s competitive with more expensive cameras of other brands. In my estimation, this is a very desirable DSLR that’s perfect in many aspects for the advanced photo enthusiast.
There is no other camera in this class that offers the same level of control on how a picture will turn out, as the Pentax K-7.
The Pentax K-7 is a great camera that’s packed with the kind of options you wish other makers would pick up on.
Small, solid, and sealed, the Pentax K7 makes a superb candidate for the outdoor photographer, occupying the space of a small Rebel, but with the ruggedness to handle both wet and cold weather like a pro.
Pentax are onto a winner with the K-7, especially if the sensor change in the final, final version improves the noise levels at the higher ISO speeds.
I’m so impressed with the K-7 that I think this is one of the most exciting cameras released this year.
It’s svelte, sturdy, fairly easy to operate, has a great range of available lenses and a feature set that’s unmatched at this price. Think of it as a solid double with an RBI.
Colours are vivid, sharpness stunning, and overall even though this isn’t the final firmware, the performance looks set to be very good.
OK Pentax (hands-on review)
I’m happy to say that to my satisfaction the new SAFOX VIII Plus auto focusing system is now more accurate and speedy, especially indoors and with artificial light. And yes, the Face Detection feature works just as you’ve come to expect it on point-and-shoots.
Demystifying Digital (hands-on review)
Though I can’t pass any official judgment on the still images or the video quality because of the camera’s pre-production status, I have to say I was impressed with what I saw even from this early version of the K-7.
May 15th, 2009 at 10:13 pm
Wow, nice specs if true
August 31st, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Pentax K7 is an upgrade from the k20d for me and so far (I’ve only had it for a day) it seems any failings from Pentax have been addressed. White balance is bang on, and it is very fast for both focus and processing. Shake reduction seems better as well. New Pentax prime and the Sumsung sensor, which was already one of the best in this price area is improved.
I’ve owned both Canon and Pentax and at this stage at this price point I’d have to put Pentax ahead slightly.
November 11th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
Pentax K-7 is an awesome DSLR, from its AWB, horizon level, HDR, bunch of Filters, wireless flash, built-in-flash, Raw button, metal body, stainless base, weather/dust sealing and so many other electronics functions. But to really have a good quality pictures you need to understand the concepts of how the sensor response to a given lights. otherwise you always tend to have a noisy picture followed by un-ending complain as the other reviewers did.
To give you an example K-7 is as good quality as K20. I just laugh to those who mention about K-7 noisier than K20 .(It only means they dont know their machine)
Dont get stuck in just one filter or you’re not gonna know what you’re missing.
darelo
January 1st, 2010 at 4:19 pm
Hi.
I completely agree that Pentax makes amazing DSLR cameras for the price, and K-7 is by far superior to all competition. Shame it’s more expensive in UK than in US. Nevertheless, if you are thinking about spending $1200 on a DSLR camera, this is no brainer – K7 is the only option with all it features and quality.
Cheers
Kamil K.