Coming barely a year after the introduction of their fine K-30 model, Pentax was wise enough to not stray from the formula of specifications and features that made the K-30 so desirable in rolling out the new K-50.

Very good still image quality; Eye-Fi wireless compatibility; Good continuous shooting speed; In-body stabilization; Weather sealed

No continuous AF during video capture; Video on the slow side to initiate; Kit lens lacks sharpness at maximum aperture

Despite being one of the oldest brands in the photography world, Pentax struggles against the big names of Canon and Nikon to lure in those all important entry level customers.

Weatherproof; 100% field of view viewfinder; 6fps shooting

Fixed screen; Noisy operation; No Wi-Fi

For example, with the TAv mode (shutter and aperture priority mode), you set the shutter speed and aperture and the camera automatically selects an ISO speed to match. For those who prefer complete manual control, there are four pages of customizable features.

120 camera body color combinations; 6 fps burst; Thrives in temperatures down to minus-10 degrees Celsius

Short battery life; Fixed LCD screen; Average performance

Despite being one of the oldest brands in the photography world, Pentax struggles against the big names of Canon and Nikon to lure in those all important entry level customers. Although cameras at this end of the market are much cheaper than the pro gear that sits at the top, snagging somebody at...

A simple, sturdy design, coupled with professional features and excellent image quality make the Pentax K-50 an impressive all-condition shooter.

This camera is weather sealed

Increased size and weight make this camera a little clumsy

A reasonable option for an entry-level dSLR, the Pentax K-50 should satisfy if you need the weather-sealed design. But while acceptable, it and its cheaper sibling the K-500 lag behind the competition in image quality and performance.

The Pentax K-50 doesn't leave much to be desired. Like its predecessor, the K-30 , it delivers excellent image quality, has a host of innovative and unique features, and has many capabilities and options that are typically reserved for higher-end cameras.

Excellent image quality; In-body shake reduction and dust removal; Competetively priced; User-friendly interface; Very fast live-view autofocus; Loaded with features otherwise uncommon for its class; 100% pentaprism viewfinder; Fully weather-sealed; Durable construction; Handles well; AA...

12-bit RAW files; rather than 14-bit; Viewfinder autofocus speed lags behind the competition; Autofocus poor for sports; Drops out of live view when menu is accessed or mode is changed; Loud autofocus with screwdrive lenses; Somewhat loud shutter; Live view button oddly placed; Relatively-short...

As a Pentax user from the days of MF, I've wanted a DSLR for a while, and a bit of a windfall allowed me to return a borrowed model from another manufacturer, and buy this cracker.

It feels so great to have a SLR in my hands again, but it also feels great to have a Pentax back in my hands, too. AF is fast and accurate, ISO noise is low, the optical viewfinder is fantastic, and ergonomics is great.

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Fast Shutter Speed; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; High ISO Performance; Large Clear LCD

A LITTLE LOUD

Фотоаппарат и два объектива в отличном состоянии, все доступные функции выполняются, качество снимков замечательное!Субъективно фотоаппарат Pentax K-50 понравился мне больше, чем, например, Nikon D3100.