The Winner

We do say that almost every group test is very difficult to decide on a winner, but we really mean it with this one. All the models presented some really interesting aspects, features and additions, making it tough to come to a definitive conclusion. As much as we would like to attribute the winner of this round to every camera, there can unfortunately only be one – the Pentax K-50. Size and heft isn’t always a measure of how good things are, but the K-50 does life up to the added extra bulk. It might seem silly, but it feel like a real camera, and that is something that you want when buying an entry-level SLR. While it has a lower megapixel count than the Canon, it is a very good tradeoff when compared to what you get for the price. And even with the slightly irritating shutter button and lens release buttons, the rest of the camera is incredibly sturdy with great image quality.

//Note – this article was changed on 26th Aug to correct a technical error regarding the K-50’s sensor size.

[Header image – CC by 2.0/Loïc Dupasquier]