Here are some general test shots to help evaluate the camera's overall image quality, including the zoom range of the lens. Some pictures may be clicked to download the full size original image.

----

/f505e9|a072_7939-PentaxV20wide.jpg

With a wide angle end equivalent to 36mm, the V20 is good for general snapshots.

----

/6b9b77|fe19_7939-PentaxV20tele.jpg

The telephoto end is equivalent to 180mm, good for picking out details in a scene.

----

/fd7269|476e_7939-PentaxV20colour.jpg

Colour reproduction is excellent, with good saturation and depth.

----

/30f33d|24db_7939-PentaxV20contrast.jpg

Dynamic range is also very good, with both shadow and highlight detail in this high-contrast shot.

----