Pentax K20D

I purchased the pentax K20D as my second digital SLR camera. So far, it has performed to the highest standard, and for my purposes has outclassed other cameras that I have tried (Canon 40D, Nikon D80). Its high resolution sensor of 14.6mp provides excellent image quality, and great low light, high ISO performance. I would say that, compared to other manufacturers, the auto focus on the Pentax K20D is slightly worse in darker situations, and the frames per second are lower (3FPS compared to most manufactureres 5FPS), which are vital for action and sports photographers, however as a landscape ... more

The K 20D is a well balanced digital SLR camera. It sits nicely in a medium to large hand and has enough mass to help steady longer lenses. The image quality is superb although the kit lens is a bit slow not allowing you to take full use of the camera's functionality. The large display and easy to use function buttons of which there are several make this camera a pleasure to use. The sealed body means you have to be less frightened of using this camera in rainy, damp or dusty conditions. The built in anti-shake mechanism works very well and means you can use any of the older Pentax lenses ... more