Pentax K-x Reviewed on Dpreview

Dpreview has posted a new review on Pentax K-x DSLR camera. Pentax K-x is an entry-level camera which comes with 12.4MP ASP-C CMOS Sensor, PRIME II Imaging engine, ability to shoot 720p HD Videos in 24fps, sensor shake for removing dust, 4.7 fps continuous shooting and much more. Pentax don't have any FF camera yet, and it targets the entry level and enthusiast DSLR market with low-prices DSLR cameras which offer many advanced features compared to the competition.

Dpreview Pentax K-x 28 pages in-depth review, covers every aspect of this special camera. If you are interested to know how the image quality of Pentax K-x compared to other entry level cameras from other manufacturers like the Canon EOS 500D Entry-Level DSLR, read the "compared to.." section, where you can find professional comparison of the Pentax K-x and Canon 500D and Nikon D5000 DSLRs. Pentax K-x is a very capable camera in terms of image quality and features and it got dpreview's "Highly Recommended" rating for class-leading image quality in low light, good video quality in 720p and it sells in a very attractive price point. For further information about the Pentax K-x, visit dpreview's Pentax K-x review.

The camera is available in various colors: Red, Blue, Black, White colors.

Here is a Pentax K-x video review from pentaxian1 from YouTube:

Leica X1 Dpreview In-Depth Review

Dpreview has wrote an in-depth review on the Leica X1 Camera with firmware 1.0. Leixa X1 is a compact digital camera with 12.2MP ASP-C CMOS sensor which brings one of the best image quality for any compact digital cameras on the market today. The Leica X1 presents a great step for compact cameras and has one of the best high-ISO performances of any compact camera. Leica X1 is well built and has a very good metering and exposure.

If you thought about buying one of Leica's digital cameras and you cannot afford the latest Leica's DSLR Cameras, you should check dpreview Leica X1 Camera review out for further in-depth information and conclusions.

Here is a hands-on video preview on the Leica X1 Digital Camera:

Nikon D3000 Full Review on Dpreview

Dpreview has reviewed the Nikon D3000 Entry level DSLR camera. The Nikon D3000 replaces the older D60 entry level DSLR, ones of Nikon's most selling DSLR cameras. The D3000 brings more advances features for the amateur photographer who want to shoot great pictures without a hassle. The Camera includes 10MP sensor for high resolution images, but lacks many of the features that the Nikon D5000 has. It is a very simplified version of the D5000, even though, it brings high quality pictures to the hand of the amateur photographer. You can check out dpreview D3000 review in order to find out why it got Highly Recommended rating and how it compares to other entry level DSLR cameras from other manufacturers, click here for the full review.

Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens

Nikon has announced the replacement for the 300mm f/2.8 super-telephoto lens, the AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II. This professional lens from NIkon, includes its latest vibration reductions system called VR I, which gives the photographer the ability to shoot photos 4 stops lower. It offers a fast aperture and it is compatible with both DX and FX camera bodies. The Nikon 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II is targeted towards action, sports, widlife and photojournalism photography.

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Nikon used it's special Nano Crystal Coat in order to reduce ghosting and flare for better image quality. Furthermore, Nikon used Extra-Low Dispresion (ED) elements in this lens in order to minimize chromatic aberration. If you want a fast professional super-telephoto lens, you should consider buying this lens. It has Nikon's super integrated coating (SIC), SWM for fast focusing and a rugged construction that is dust and moisture sealed.

for more information about his magnificent lens, visit Nikon 300mm VR II page.

Sigma 17-70mm DC Macro OS HSM Announced

If a lens is popular, why not make it more popular, and that's what Sigma did with the launch the renewed Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 Lens, making it stabilized with its OS image stabilization feature. Many photographers have decided to buy the 17-70mm lens because of its high optical quality characteristics. for some people an image stabilization can further enhance the image output quality, especially when combined with a fast aperture in low light shooting conditions.

The new Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM, offers the best from Sigma, starting with an integrated optical image stabilization system, aspherical and ELD glass elements to fight flare and distortions when shooting in wide angle. It has a large apreture (f/2.8) on its widest settings and also offers Sigma's Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM), which gives to a silent and fast focusing system.


Sigma 17-70mm OS HSM Macro has a minimum focusing distance of 22cm, which is good for shooting up close or even macro photographs (1:2.7 magnification ratio). Of course it is not intended for use as a 1:1 Macro Lens, but for people who want to exchange their kit lens for a better lens, Sigma 17-70mm is certainly a very good choice. On 2009 we can see more companies incorporating image stabilization motors inside their lenses. I think for some reason, that because the competitors like Sony and Panasonic has their Image stabilization integrated inside the camera, there is more demand for image stabilization lenses from the leading DSLR manufacturers like Canon and Nikon, but also from 3rd party lens manufacturers like Tamron and Sigma. The demand rises and therefore we see more optical stabilized lens emerging into the market.

For more information visit Sigma 17-70mm lens page news section on their Japanese website (in English) and on dpreview summary of the press release.