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Pentax K-x review

A terrific DSLR for beginners with masses of headroom for those learning the ropes

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2009-10-14October 14th 2009

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Product Summary

K-x

Pentax K-x review

Price at launch

£599.00

For

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Well built

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Great image and video quality

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Excellent kit lens

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It's speedy

Against

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Frame wobble in video mode

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Expensive at launch

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No autofocus in video mode

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AA batteries a double-edged sword

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