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Pentax K200D
Created: 04/24/2008
Video description: Pentax's K200D entry-level SLR gives a lot of bang for the buck and has better performance than last year's model. However, despite low noise and pleasingly detailed images, technically inaccurate color keeps it from capturing the gold medal for image quality.

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Pentax K200D (with 18-55mm lens) Review

The good: Sensor-shift image stabilization; wireless flash control; sensitivity-priority mode; dust and water resistant.

The bad: Inaccurate, though still pleasing colors; tends to underexpose images; no live view mode.

The bottom line: Pentax's K200D entry-level SLR gives a lot of bang for the buck and has better performance than last year's model. Despite low noise and pleasingly detailed images, technically inaccurate colors keep it from capturing the gold medal for image quality.

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Pentax K200D (with 18-55mm lens) Specs

Manufacturer: Pentax
Part number: 19554

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