Pentax K-7
Last update (30 October’09):
- Review & Sample Photos @ LetsGoDigital
Pentax K-7 is a 14.6 megapixel DSLR camera features compact, magnesium alloy body, Weather, dust and cold resistant, New PRIME II Image processing engine, New 77-segment metering system, Live View mode, 100% field-of-view viewfinder, HD Movie Capture, Shake Reduction system, HDR image capture mode, Embedded copyright feature, and a 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dot resolution. The camera measures (W x H x D): 5.1 x 3.8 x 2.9” and weighs 22.9 oz, Loaded and ready.

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Pentax K-7 Reviews
LetsGoDigital reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“The color reproduction is remarkably fine, also at high sensitivities. Whereas usually colors tend to drop, this is not the case for the Pentax K-7, where they remain at a good level. Nor do I have any comments about the exposure. Pentax even deserves a compliment for all the exposure programs the K7 features. “
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LuminousLandscape reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“In the end, the Pentax is a fine camera and anyone who finds it of interest will likely not be disappointed with its purchase. Don’t regard this as damning with faint praise. It’s a camera that will likely to be found equal to the needs of most photographers looking in this price and performance category”
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CNET.uk reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“The Pentax K-7 is a great camera that’s packed with the kind of options you wish other makers would pick up on. But the kit lens’s rough and noisy autofocus lets it down, and professional photographers will need some convincing that the Pentax lens range is a match for Canon’s or Nikon’s “
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TrustedReviews reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Pentax K-7 is a superb camera, and really puts the cat among the pigeons at the top of the APS-C DSLR market. It has rugged weatherproof build quality, superb handling and offers every creative feature you could possibly want and more besides. Performance and image quality are a match for anything else in its class. It’s a tempting package for any keen amateur or semi-pro. “
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CrunchGear hands-on review on the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“the K-7 is much, much faster at locking on than the K200D and the 50mm f/1.4 that I primarily use with the K200D feels alive. However, I did notice that the K-7 struggled to lock onto multiple subjects even in continuous AF mode and would focus in on something stationary that didn’t seem to be focused on from my point of view.”
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ImagingResource reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Small, solid, and sealed, the Pentax K7 makes a superb candidate for the outdoor photographer, occupying the space of a small Rebel, but with the ruggedness to handle both wet and cold weather like a pro. When you make the Pentax K7 your daily shooter, the interface becomes second nature, and you can focus on your photography.”
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Pocket-Lint reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“The camera’s new kit lens is suitably sharp and benefits from the weather sealing; I used the 18-55mm kit zoom for this test and performance is very good, but in the final analysis, what we have here is a camera that is well made, provides a stunning array of features, has superb build and styling and is perfectly suited to the market into which it is pitched.”
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NeoCamera reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Image quality is very good with generally low noise and high details. Color accuracy and white-balance are impressive and extremely flexible, as are image parameters for detailed control over the way images are captured. The K-7 is also a fast and responsive camera..”
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PhotoReview.au reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Camera response times were occasionally slower than competing DSLRs. Although the review camera powered-up smartly in a little less than one second, the average capture lag of 0.5 seconds is significantly slower than most recent DSLRs we’ve tested. With pre-focusing, this lag reduced to less than 0.1 seconds, which is par for the course.”
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InfoSync reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Pros: Great overall RAW image quality. Packed to the brim with features. Excellent lens compatibility. Cushy handling and advanced interface made shooting a delight.
Cons: Inconsistent HD video quality. Menu graphics could use a little sprucing up. Certain features like HDR mode require more effort than expected. “
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Pentax K-7 Video Preview by WDC;
TechRadar reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“Image quality is great. Comparing the JPEG with the converted RAW of the same image the JPEG is noticeably noisier. The difference between JPEG and RAW files is more marked as you ascend the ISO scale, until you hit ISO 6400, where the JPEG looks smoother than the RAW.”
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PhotographyBlog reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“The K-7’s image quality is very good. Exposures were generally 1/3rd EV stop under-exposed, perfect for retaining detail in the highlight areas without sacrificing the shadow areas too much, and colours were accurate using the default Bright setting. The HDR mode makes it easy to create images with greatly expanded dynamic range”
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ePhotozine reviews the Pentax K-7 and writes;
“I’m liking the noise results from the Pentax K-7, not only because they’re among the best I’ve seen from a Pentax model but also because the control that the new processor is commanding over the noise is excellent…..I’m so impressed with the K-7 that I think this is one of the most exciting cameras released this year.”
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Pentax K-7 Sample Photos
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos @ LetsGoDigital
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos @ TrustedReviews
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos @ ImagingResource
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos @ NeoCamera
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos: 1 - 2 - 3 @ InfoSync
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos @ PhotographyBlog
- Pentax K-7 Sample Photos: 1 - 2 @ ePhotozine
Pentax K-7 Sample Videos
Pentax K 7 official Sample video HD;
Pentax K7 720p Video Test
Pentax K7 Video Test in Anping,Taiwan
Pentax K-7 User Manual (PDF)
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Pentax K-7 Firmware
Pentax K-7 Firmware V1.01 | Download
- Added [Operate at AF point “SEL”] on [Custom] menu and it can be selected either [1 Calling Function Preference] or [2 Select AF point Preference].
- When selected [2 Select AF point Preference] and AF point switching dial is set at [SEL], selection of AF point can be operated priority by the four-way controller.
- Improved stability for general performance
Pentax K-7 Specifications
Sensor:
Type - CMOS with primary color filter and integrated Shake/Dust Reduction sensor movement system; Size - 23.4 x 15.6mm; Color depth - 8 bits/channel JPG, 12 bits/channel RAW; Effective pixels - 14.6 MP; Total pixels: 15.07 MP; Recorded resolutions - Still: 14M 4672×3104, 10M 3936×2624, 6M 3072×2048, 2M 1728×1152; Movie (resolution/FPS): 1280×720p30, 1536×1024p30, 640×416p30; Quality levels: **** Premium, *** Best, ** Better, * Good; Dust Removal - Supersonic vibration to low pass filter
Lens Mount:
Type/construction - PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount; Usable lenses - PENTAX KAF3, KAF2, KAF, and KA (K mount, 35mm screwmount, 645/67 med format lenses useable w/ adapter and/or restrictions); SDM function - Yes; Power zoom function: Yes
Metering System:
Type-TTL open-aperture 77 segment metering; Sensitivity range: EV 0 to 21 (ISO 100, 50mm F1.4); Multi-segment: Yes, 77 segments; Center weighted: Yes; Spot: Yes; Exposure compensation: +/- 5 EV (1/3 and 1/2 steps); Exposure lock: Yes; Exposure bracketing: Yes, 3 or 5 frames, up to +/- 2 EV (1/2 or 1/3 steps)
Focus System:
Type - TTL phase-difference 11 point (9 cross) wide autofocus system (SAFOX VIII+); Focus modes - AF Single (w/ focus lock), AF Continuous, Manual; Focus point adjustment - Auto, user-selectable, center; AF assist - Yes, via dedicated AF assist lamp with SAFOX VIII+ system
LCD Monitor:
Type - 3.0” TFT IPS (In Plane Switching) color LCD with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating; Resolution - 921,000 dots; Wide angle viewable - Yes
ISO Sensitivity:
Auto - ISO 100-3200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), Bulb mode up to ISO 1600, expanded range available to ISO 6400, auto ISO range selectable Manual: ISO 100-3200 (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps), Bulb mode up to ISO 1600, expanded range available to ISO 6400
Storage Media:
Internal memory: n/a; Removable memory: SD, SDHC
Power Supply:
Power source: Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI90, D-BG4 Battery Grip (optional) for second D-LI90 battery or 6X AA batteries; Recordable images: Approx 980 (approx 740 w/ 50% flash, CIPA); Playback time: Approx 440 min; AC adapter available: Yes (optional)
Physical Specifications:
Body dimensions (W x H x D): 5.1 x 3.8 x 2.9” Body weight, without battery or removable memory - 22.9 oz, Loaded and ready - 26.5 oz; Construction material(s): Magnesium alloy shell over stainless steel chassis; Operating temperature: 14-104°F (-10 to 40°C)
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what bothers me in K-7 is the video feature.
For those who are strictly in photography, amateurs, advanced, pros…this feature is totally useless and only occupies a valuable space on a camera and only a candy for weekend photographers
I have K10D and planning to move to 15mp, and I don’t need the video. Can anybody recommend a 15mp Pentax or Canon/Nikon/Olympus is close to the quality of K-7, but without the video?
I would definitely go for the pentax k20d. It has the same resolution, has no video capability and almost for the same price as the k7 body, you can get k20d + da 16-45mm f/4 + da 50-200mm f/4-5.6 which should cover most situations. I’ve read the 16-45 has a very good macro.