Monday, March 15, 2010

Pentax K-x, Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 reviews

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For the dSLR buyer who doesn't want to spend much, there's a lot to recommend in the Pentax K-x, including some of the best high-ISO-sensitivity photo quality under $1,000. But there are some trade-offs.
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March 15, 2010
Pentax K-x reviewed
Lori Grunin
Lori Grunin
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The budget model to beat?
For the dSLR buyer who doesn't want to spend much, there's a lot to recommend in the Pentax K-x, including some of the best high-ISO-sensitivity photo quality under $1,000. But there are some trade-offs. Read more

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