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Irrespective of its overall score, it’s hard not to warm to the Pentax Q. Not only does it look different, it is different, and for that alone kudos must go to Pentax for daring to tread a different path. The Q can deliver solid results when used as a regular digital camera, but what it really excels at is the ability to deliver effects-laden photography on the fly. The generous number of creative tools and the ease with which they can be used mark the Q out as a camera to experiment and have fun with, and that will surely bolster its appeal to many, irrespective of its inherent limitations. There are undoubtedly better compact system cameras available for photography enthusiasts, but for gadget lovers and casual snappers looking for something small and fun, the Pentax Q pretty much hits the spot. The £600 price tag is uncompetitive though, and sure to put plenty of people off. Read full review

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7/10

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By Audley Jarvis
Reviewed 27 October 2011
Updated 31 October 2011

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£599.99

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Pentax Q details

Build Quality: 8/10
Design & Features: 8/10
Image Quality: 8/10
Value: 6/10
Overall: 7/10

Pros & Cons

Pros

Spy-gadget compactness
Good image quality
Surprisingly good ISO performance
Loads of creative/digital filter effects

Cons

Limited depth of field
Fiddly buttons
Uncompetitive price
Limited choice of compatible lenses

Price as reviewed

£599.99

Manufacturer

Pentax

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please could you post the ISO, shutter speed and aperture alongside the test photos.

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