What is it: Budget version of the *ist DS
What we think: This very compact 6-megapixel budget dSLR should be a clear choice for owners of Pentax lenses
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Previewed on: 16 June 2005
Tags: Pentax, Pentax *ist DL, budget, LCD, autofocus
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Pentax has added a budget option to its dSLR lineup with the 6-megapixel *ist DL, which will compete against the most affordable models from other manufacturers, including the Canon EOS 350D, the Olympus Evolt E-300, and the Nikon D50. Basically it's the *ist DS with a cheaper viewfinder and a smaller buffer memory, and it should appeal to serious amateur photographers who own Pentax lenses or are looking for a model with an extremely compact design. Continue Reading...
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