Pentax K200D Camera Review - Layout and User Interface
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The Pentax K200D is pretty much a twin to the older K100D in terms of its layout. Most of the functions can be accessed via a four-way controller setup. One negative for those who do not like wasting their time wading through menus is that the K200D, keeping in line with its simplistic design, has limited buttons dedicated to different functions. This means that you must scroll through menus if you want to change a frequently-accessed setting like the auto focus.
Unlike the higher end Pentax K10D, the K200D does not have a front side control wheel, so you will have to make any scrolling changes via the single wheel on the back of the camera. The lack of dedicated controls and buttons on the K200D are a bit of an inconvenience and may be a turn off to more advanced photographers seeking an entry level DSLR as a backup, but are used to the higher number of controls found on more expensive DSLRs.
The interface on the Pentax K200D also copies that of the older K100D. The K200D's interface is easy to navigate, but lacks the flair of the more expensive entry level DSLRs from Nikon and Canon. The interface on the K200D is for the most part simple with its small number of sub menus, but it does not use any icons. This may make it a harder camera for novices to use.
Like most of its competitors in the entry level DSLR market, the Pentax K200D comes loaded with several mode options. These should make those beginners who are used to using point and shoot cameras but are just entering the DSLR world comfortable. The mode options on the K200D are Auto Picture, Scene, Program, Sensitivity Priority, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, and Bulb. These automatic options are a great tool for beginners, but the Pentax K200D is also a great choice for more advanced photographers who prefer a user-controlled DSLR at an economical price.
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