Pentax Optio
Pentax has a large selection of digital cameras geared towards the regular consumer looking for a snapshot family camera and the more avid photography enthusiast. One thing that sets Pentax apart is their Optio line which features waterproof capability up to 5ft underwater. Their cameras are made to be durable and stylish, and their compact models are truly tiny. For information on what to look for while shopping for digital cameras, please see the buying guide.
Optio Point and Shoot Line
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- Optio A10
- The A10 is Optio's flagship model.
- Boasts 8MP resolution and 3X optical zoom range.
- Features a 2.5" LCD screen.
- Features a new shake reduction system not available in most other models.
- Has better video capture qualities than many cameras of comparable price.
- Stores memory on SD cards.
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| S Series |
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- Optio S6
- This is a hot little camera available in either silver or red.
- It is slim and compact.
- Packs a 6 MP resolution.
- High-precision 2.5" LCD screen (note the absence of a viewfinder).
- In movie mode, you will be happy to know that there is an image stabilizer for blur-free videos.
- Fun framing effects onboard.
- PictBridge compatibility makes printing a breeze.
- Bad news: no optical zoom and only a 4x digital zoom.
- Optio S60
- Not bad for a 6MP camera with a 3x optical zoom.
- It has a fun filter feature to make more creative pictures.
- It is PictBridge compatible and has remote access for hooking it up to your TV for watching slideshows.
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| Optio WPi |
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- Waterproof
- The 3x optical zoom is internal on this little baby, so feel free to play with it in the pool or under the rain for a maximum of 30 minutes.
- It also has a nice 6 MP resolution.
- It has a big 2" LCD screen and a built-in flash.
- It comes in three different colors, and has a vibrant menu for changing shooting modes.
- Has video and audio recording capability.
- Kids will love this fun, easy-to-use camera.
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| Optio X |
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- Talk about cool and improved!
- This is a versatile compact digital camera with a completely twistable and flipable "freestyle" 2" LCD screen.
- It has a decent 5MP resolution and a 3x optical zoom.
- All the connectors are included, but there is no PictBridge compatibility.
- It has a special dock that comes with it, used for better viewing and managing photos.
- Beware though, it is easy to tip over.
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| Optio 750Z |
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- This is a bigger camera with more features.
- A very nice 7MP resolution.
- Powerful 5x optical zoom and smallish 1.8" LCD.
- At least it does flip and twist, plus there is also a viewfinder.
- An interesting and helpful feature is the light meter the digital exposure meter mode.
- There are plenty of manual controls for optimum creativity accessible via the mode dial and quick buttons or through the menu.
- Has an interesting "traditional 35mm" look to it.
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