Pentax K-m (K2000) Overview
Announced Sep 22, 2008
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10 megapixels | 2.7″ screen | APS-C sensor
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Pentax K2000 - Digital camera - SLR - 10.2 Mpix - body only - supported memory: SD, SDHC
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Product timeline
Review,
Jan 30, 2009
Jan 30, 2009
Sep 22, 2008
Quick specs
| Body type | Compact SLR |
|---|---|
| Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 |
| Effective pixels | 10 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm) |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| ISO | Auto (custom), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 |
| Focal length mult. | 1.5× |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 2.7″ |
| Screen dots | 230,000 |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC card |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 590 g (1.30 lb / 20.81 oz) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68″) |
| GPS | None |
Our review
Although the overall specification is pretty good for this level of camera, the K-m/K2000 struggles to stand out from the crowd given the mediocre JPEG quality and poorly implemented autofocus system.
Good for: Pentax users on a tight budget
Not so good for: Absolute beginners or JPEG shooters
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