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Pentax DS2

69 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
screen (7)
performance (7)
portability (6)
reliability (5)
usability (5)

Negative
durability (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 69 reviews of Pentax DS2. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and portability. The screen and usability also get good feedback. The image quality and size get mixed opinions. Some have doubts about the durability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax DS2 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Pentax DS2

alaTest has collected and analyzed 47 user reviews of Pentax DS2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Comments about the portability and reliability are overall positive. The performance and screen also get good feedback, but there are some negative reviews about the durability. There are some mixed reviews about the size.

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96% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : TIPA Awards (tipa.com)

Pentax *ist

Jan, 2003

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Expert review by : Terry Sullivan (pcmag.com)

Pentax *ist DS2

Pentax's *ist DS2 D-SLR model is no model D-SLR

Light and portable. Uses double-A batteries. Decent burst mode.

So-so image quality. Poor flash. Slower than the competition.

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Feb, 2006

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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Pentax *ist DS2 SLR

Physical Views Compare the *ist DS2 (and its bigger LCD) to last year's *ist DS Continue on to Page Two *ist DS2 Specifications Type Interchangeable lens Single-Lens-Reflex type digital still camera with TTL auto exposure,autofocus and built-in TTL...

Dec, 2005

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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Pentax *ist DS2

The Pentax *ist DS2 is an update of the original *ist DS from Pentax. It features very similar features ot the *ist DS including the same 6 megapixel sensor (CCD) but increases the size of the LCD - taking it up to 2.5 inches. They've also decreased...

The Pentax *ist DS2 will hit stores in September of 2005 - it's price will be $799.99 (body only)

Aug, 2005

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Expert review by (avecmobile.com)

Pentax *ist DS2 digital SLR camera

The Pentax *ist DS2 is one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR cameras available. It lets you capture 6 megapixel pictures through a zoom, macro, or another lens of your choice. With automatic scene modes and manual control over the image...

The Pentax *ist DS2 is a good value for the money for an entry-level SLR camera. It is small and light, and comes with all the functionality one can expect from a digital SLR.

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