Pentax K100D Digital SLR Camera Review
E Photo Zine reviews the Pentax K100D Digital SLR camera which should satisfy the requirements of the entry level photo buff. 'Although the K100D is made mostly of plastic, a combination of a lightweight metal chassis and the use of a special fibre-reinforced plastic for the external construction, makes the body feel rigid and sturdy. A soft rubber coating around the fingergrip further improves the handling, which is excellent for such a compact SLR. The camera feels well balanced with most lenses I tried, including a telephoto zoom and a macro lens. The fantastic pentaprism viewfinder present in the Pentax *ist DL has not been used in this camera. The viewfinder is clear, and although it could be brighter it is easy to confirm focus. The 2.5inch LCD screen on the rear is bright and clear, although the shiny hard plastic cover makes it difficult to see the screen in bright light. If you need to check the exposure or composition of an image, I'd recommend finding a shady spot.'