T3.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:02
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Pentax DSLRs, whilst not the cheapest, have steadily gained a reputation of offering more bang for your buck. A case in point is the 14.6 megapixel effective resolution K-7, pitched at advanced amateurs with a street price around the £850 mark. Th...
Comprehensive feature set, Tough weather-resistant body, HD video recording, HDMI output...
Pricey compared with alternative options, Rivals have higher light sensitivity options...
Tank-like range topping digital SLR has much to recommend it to those not already converted to Canon or Nikon rivals...
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Last February, we looked at the Pentax K-m, a rather tasty entry-level DSLR. Yet the K-7 is a different kettle of fish from the K-m, it’s an advanced DSLR camera aimed at the enthusiast/semi-pro market. Environment friendly? Pentax's K-7 Measuring up a...
As an entry level camera we were impressed with , and remain so with the far more sophisticated K-7. It’s designed to survive challenging environments, yet remains a joy to handle and can even double up as an HD camcorder. Also, noise concern with J...
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amateurphotographer.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:02
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Pentax K-7 at a glance: 14.6 million effective pixels Live View on 3in, 920,000-dot LCD screen HD video at 640x416, 1536x1024 or 1280x720 pixels (16:9) at 30fps Moving, self-levelling sensor Street price approx £1,190Scores: Features - 9/10 Build and...
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Its model name may be a couple of numerals short of a Dr Who assistant, but the solidly build K-7 – Pentax’s first to offer high-definition video – is certainly no pup. Delivering 14.6 megapixels from an APS-C sized CMOS sensor, along with weather-res...
Relatively compact and lightweight with a steel frame chassis to protect against accidental knocks, very good value for money, user-friendly, weather sealed in 77 places...
Expensive if you’re primarily buying for HD video...
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digitalartsonline.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:02
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This camera is reviewed as part of our group test of Digital SLR HD Video Cameras Its model name may be a couple of numerals short of a Dr Who assistant, but the K-7 is certainly no pup. It delivers 14.6-megapixel images from an APS-C sized CMOS sensor...
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It's been over a year since I reviewed the Pentax K20D , the company's last semi-pro digital SLR. In common with most other reviewers I was extremely impressed by its combination of rugged build quality, fast performance, excellent image quality and outst...
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In my 20-odd years reviewing camera gear, it’s fair to say Pentax has consistently built excellent cameras and while their market share might not be what their kit deserves, the introduction of the new Pentax K-7 is typical of the company: a feature-ri...
Good image quality with plenty of detail, excellent range of features, body integral Anti-Shake, anti-dust system, Build and environment protection, RAW (PEF or DNG) +JPEG mode, excellent screen...
Slightly soft (default) JPEG images, some fiddly controls/handling issues, underpowered built-in flash, some noisy images at higher ISOs...
Pentax’s new flagship DSLR offers up a host of tasty treats for the high-end or advanced amateur user it’s designed to entice. An excellent specification and massive range of compatible Pentax K-mount lenses plus new weatherproofed kit optics...
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Photoradar.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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'Just a hold a Pentax' – so the advertising slogan went over 30 years ago. To be honest, it could be used to promote the K-7, its new flagship DSLR.The K-7 is a 14.6-megapixel camera body aimed at photographers of all levels, with a guide price of £1,2...
'Just a hold a Pentax' – so the advertising slogan went over 30 years ago. To be honest, it could be used to promote the K-7, its new flagship DSLR.The K-7 is a 14.6-megapixel camera body aimed at photographers of all levels, with a guide price of £1,2...
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del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet Just a hold a Pentax – so the advertising slogan went over 30 years ago. To be honest, it could be used to promote the K-7, its new flagship DSLR. The K-7 is a 14.6-megapixel camera bo...
Great handling, Good clean images, Lots of features, HDR is a nice inclusion...
Expensive...
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expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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Its weatherproof magnesium alloy shell, 5.2fps burst rate, sensitivity up to ISO6400 and Live View with HD 720p 30fps video, suggest that Pentax is aiming the K-7 at advanced enthusiasts and imaging pros, though its diminutive size is at odds with conv...
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digicambuyer.co.uk Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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Gavin Stoker enquires whether Pentax’s first DSLR to record high- definition video plus 14.6-megapixel stills offers the best of both worlds to high-end amateurs and enthusiastsFrom the introduction of the initial *istD way back in 2003, Pentax has del...
With advanced features yet user-friendly functionality and smaller form factor, the K-7 provides reams of creative potential and user-friendliness in one compelling package...
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practicalphotography.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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With no full-frame D-SLR in its line-up, the Pentax K-7 represents Pentax's top-of-the-range offering, trumping the existing K20D. In terms of its build, the body of the Pentax K-7 is significantly smaller and lighter than the competition, which shou...
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hereshow.ca Updated:
2011-11-05 16:46:43
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The flagship of the Pentax DLSR series, the K-7 is an unusually rugged semi-professional 14.5-megapixel camera that's built like a tank: with a splash-proof magnesium-alloy body over a stainless-steel chassis...
Incredibly rugged/wellsealed and fast at 5.2fps, Quite versatile in movie mode (with preset overrides), An absolutely vast range of features...
Larger, heavier, pricier than more "typical" DSLRs, The numerous functions, some unique, increase complexity, The fixed LCD's angle cannot be varied...
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dpexpert.com.au Updated:
2011-11-05 16:46:54
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This 14.6 megapixel camera came fitted with the Pentax 18-55mm lens. This is at the top of the companys camera range. It has a magnesium-alloy body and is smaller than the K20D. It is weather sealed and sports an excellent 920,000 dot LCD and 100 per...
The in-camera HDR processing works by taking three exposures at widely space exposure values and then merging them into a single jpeg. Of course it can really only work with the camera tripod mounted, but that is true of any HDR sequence. The results f...
Auto white balance is not brilliant, but white balance compensation is so easy to fix via a button on the body that we shouldnt complain. Getting the SD memory card out of the camera is nearly impossible. Most times when we managed to extract it the c...
This is another fine DSLR from Pentax. We liked the lens for its optical qualities and also for its smooth mechanical feel. The camera is robust and confidence-inspiring. Images are consistently well exposed, although default saturation is a little hig...
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This 14.6-megapixel camera came fitted with the Pentax 18-55-millimetre lens. This is at the top of the companys camera range. It has a magnesium-alloy body and is smaller than the K20D. It is weather-sealed and sports an excellent 920,000-dot LCD and...
This is another fine DSLR from Pentax. We liked the lens for its optical qualities and also for its smooth, mechanical feel. The camera is robust and confidence-inspiring. Images are consistently well exposed, although default saturation is a little...
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This 14.6-megapixel camera came fitted with the Pentax 18-55-millimetre lens. This is at the top of the companys camera range. It has a magnesium-alloy body and is smaller than the K20D. It is weather-sealed and sports an excellent 920,000-dot LC...
The in-camera HDR processing works by taking three exposures at widely spaced exposure values and then merging them into a single jpeg. Of course, it can really only work with the camera tripod mounted but that is true of any HDR sequence. The results...
The auto white balance is not brilliant but white balance compensation is so easy to fix via a button on the body that we shouldnt complain. Getting the SD memory card out of the camera is nearly impossible — most times when we managed to extract it...
This is another fine DSLR from Pentax. We liked the lens for its optical qualities and also for its smooth, mechanical feel. The camera is robust and confidence-inspiring. Images are consistently well exposed, although default saturation is a little h...
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The K7 enters the Pentax range as a high-end model targeted at photo enthusiasts because its complexity makes it most suitable for experienced SLR photographers. Featuring a solid metal body, weatherproof sealing and a wide range of user-adjustable con...
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maclife.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:02
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Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night can keep the new 14.6MP Pentax K-7 down--tight weather seals and low noise at high ISOs ensure that if you have the chops, this camera will deliver no matter what the conditions. The K-7 retains much of...
Compact. Excellent grip. Great button-location ergonomics. Huge LCD monitor. Low noise at high ISOs. HD-video capabilities and HDMI output for viewing on a TV or monitor.
Mode changes can be slowed by lock button on dial. HD movie mode could use more manual controls. Doesn't shoot 1080p video.
The K-7 is a great DSLR. Its video mode would benefit from better controls and 1080p resolution, but for still photography, it offers plenty to get excited about.K-7...
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Pentax has created a versatile dSLR model that is sure to please a wide range of photographers. With a durable weather, dust, and cold resistant shell, the K-7 is ready for action no matter what the environment may be...
Pentax continues to improve their K-series line of dSLR models, and the new K-7 is no exception. Holding the "top of the line" spot, the K-7 is a powerful camera that is geared towards the enthusiast or photo professional that needs a versatile, yet to...
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When Pentax announced the K10D back in 2006, it was a revolutionary camera for serious amateurs and professionals on a budget. The K10D was more rugged and feature-packed than any Pentax digital SLR before it. In 2008, the company decided to update...
Excellent image quality, Fastest Pentax camera to date, Terrific incamera editing tools...
Incamera editing slows down performance, Unacceptably slow live view AF, Short grip surface...
The is indeed the most revolutionary camera Pentax has produced to date. The speed, features, and build quality help this camera stand above previous Pentax offerings, and if you're in the market for a or can't afford a D300S then this camera might m...
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Pentax does not have an equally big marketing budget as that of Canon or Nikon. That is why the brand remains somewhat inconspicuous, due to all the attention that is claimed by the other brands. However, Pentax certainly is a brand that deserves atten...
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electronicsme.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:02
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Pentax has released their new top-of-the-line digital SLR, the Pentax K7. Featuring pro build quality and features throughout, the company calls the camera the most powerful Pentax ever made. One of the smallest cameras in its class, the K-7 features a...
It's not often we give 5 stars in every category, but the K-7 deserves them. This camera brings pro quality and performance within reach of the rest of us. You can easily spend this much on a mid-range camera from the competition, and still not have as...
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Pentax is a name that will evoke fond memories for the many photographers whose first SLR experience was with a Spotmatic, KM, K1000 or ME Super. Although the company's market position isn't as well entrenched as it was during its halcyon days in th...
At base ISO detailed output that makes good use of the camera's 14.6 megapixel resolution, Good JPEG and RAW resolution, Semi-pro features and build quality in a compact body, Magnesium/steel body with environmental seals, Good selection of external c...
Measurably and visibly more noise than competition at high ISOs (JPEG), More RAW noise than predecessor (but in line with competition), AF speed not quite up with the fastest in class, Less dynamic range than direct competitors, No 'interactive' s...
While the Pentax K-7's predecessor, the K20D, was clearly a competent camera it was never quite up there, either in terms of performance nor from a specification point of view, with the established semi-pro models such as the Canon EOS 40/50D or the N...
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The Pentax K-7 ($1299, body only) is a midrange D-SLR offering build quality and features usually found on cameras often costing hundreds of dollars more. Here are the highlights: And there's even more neat stuff than the K-7 can do, that I'll touch o...
Very good photo quality (though see issues below), Compact, very well built, weathersealed body, Great value for the money, Sensorshift image stabilization, even works for rotational motion, Dust reduction system, Super high resolution 3inch LCD display...
Camera tends to underexpose; images are soft straight out of the camera, Slow contrast detect AF in live view mode; manual focus image enlargement not very sharp, Archaic menu system, Movie mode issues: huge file sizes, limited recording time, no continuo...
The Pentax K-7 isn't just an excellent midrange digital SLR -- it's also an incredible value. It may not have the fastest burst rate or lowest noise in its class, but it offers more features per dollar than anything else out there. It has very goo...
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Pentax K7 Hands-On Pentax has become the Henny Youngman of the camera industry. It just doesn't get the respect that it wants, and often deserves. Nikon and Canon are the industry's dominant players in both the pro and prosumer segments, and everyone...
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Pentax vaults to center stage with their introduction of the K-7. A few of the former shortcomings have been stripped out of the new camera, and the parts that were right -- the quality build, smart design, and image quality -- have been improved. Pent...
Tight, no-nonsense design and construction, Compact body packed with features, Weather resistant, Dust resistant, Cold resistant to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, Magnesium body, Good grip, AF illumination lamp, Enhanced Live View mode, Infrared Remote Control...
Complicated interface, easy to get lost, Some trouble focusing in low light, AF-assist lamp didnt always come on when it should have, Camera strap D-rings make noise, Noticeable JPEG compression artifacts at all but the highest quality setting, JPEG a...
Pentax vaults to center stage with their introduction of the K-7. A few of the former shortcomings have been stripped out of the new camera, and the parts that were right -- the quality build, smart design, and image quality -- have been improved. Pent...
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whatdigitalcamera.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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The Pentax K-7 is the new jewel in the company’s crown, with a long list of specs well beyond any previous Pentax DSLR. Existing Pentax users will be pleased to finally see a much-wanted pro-level upgrade, whereas those familiar with other manufacture...
The K-7 is, without a doubt, the best DSLR that Pentax has ever produced. Itll please existing Pentax users who may be looking for faster performance, better autofocus or even a fairly solid movie mode to add to the fray. Whilst the K10D has held str...
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WHENEVER you read that magnesium alloy is used in a DSLR, you know that the camera maker is pulling out all the stops in a cameras design.It is like adding truffle to a bowl of garden salad.The 14.6-megapixel Pentax K-7s housing is made of this tough...
A tough DSLR that is small and light for its class with fun features to extend a photographers creativity...
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With the K-7, Pentax has the most feature-rich DSLR currently available - again. This DSLR camera boasts built-in stabilization, automatic horizon correction, a digital level, class-leading weather-sealing, a large 100% coverage vie...
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infosyncworld.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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The wait is finally over for our comprehensive Pentax K-7 review, complete with RAW image and HD video samples. Can Pentaxs new commander-in-chief lead the pack with valor? Read on to find out.
Great overall RAW image quality. Packed to the brim with features. Excellent lens compatibility. Cushy handling and advanced interface made shooting a delight...
Inconsistent HD video quality. Menu graphics could use a little sprucing up. Certain features like HDR mode require more effort than expected...
The big bad Pentax K-7 has surfaced upon the infoSync shores, and we’re here to tell you that the tides of time have brought many impressive features and slightly improved image quality to the company’s current lineup of intermediate/semi-prof...
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photo.net Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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The arrival of the new Pentax K-7 enters Pentax into the competitive ranks of video/still DSLR cameras. The K-7 features a 14.6MP CMOS sensor, larger 3” LCD screen with 921,000 pixels. Comparing features and price, the Pentax K-7 is similar to the Cano...
Overall, as a creature of habit, having largely used a KXXD setup for almost 2.5 years, it’s too early to tell just how good or bad the external controls are. They seem well sorted and uncramped, and it appears Pentax did a good job with the layout...
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The Pentax K-7 is one of the more exciting new DSLR cameras of 2009, signalling Pentax’s entry into the super-competitive semi-pro category. Going up against the likes of the Canon EOS 50D and Nikon D300, the 14.6 megapixel K7 certainly has a lot to o...
The Pentax K-7 is the best-ever Pentax DSLR camera and a real challenger to the relative giants of Canon and Nikon. Pentax have seemingly decided to include every "must-have" feature in one camera, with the K-7s specifications reading like a keen pho...
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wired.com Updated:
2011-08-14 22:42:03
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In a time when people are tightening their belts like Christian Bale in The Machinist and scrutinizing each purchase, Pentax introduces a pocketbook-friendly prosumer DSLR body thats bursting with useful features, some only found on cameras costing tw...
Speedy 5.2 frames per second. Super sturdy construction. Lots of pro features at a prosumer price. Improved battery life and 100 percent fieldofview viewfinder. Faster, more robust processor. Live View with contrast focus and face detection. Shoots 5.2 fr...
User interface needs to be simpler and more unified.
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May 20th 2009: Pentax have announced a new DSLR, the K7. Its a mid-prices "prosumer" camera with all the features youd expect from a state-of-the-art DSLR...and a few more. As is expected with all new DSLRs, the Pentax K7 can shoot video as we...
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Pentax have just announced their latest DSLR – the Pentax K7 a significant update to their previously released K20D.The Pentax K7 is pitched at the middle range of DSLR owners – certainly not an entry level camera but not quite at the Pro level either...
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Ultimately, the Pentax K-7 lands in an odd place in the DSLR world. Its got some high-end features, particularly its tough build and terrific viewfinder. But, its sluggish AF in low light and otherwise middling test results don’t scream “Buy me!” If yo...
Ultimately, the Pentax K-7 lands in an odd place in the DSLR world. Its got some high-end features, particularly its tough build and terrific viewfinder. But, its sluggish AF in low light and otherwise middling test results don’t scream “Buy m...
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