Pentax Optio E70 Digital Camera
May 15, 2009
Pentax has introduced a small, affordable and pocket sized Pentax Optio E70 Digital Camera, which comes with easy to read controls and simple operations. The Pentax Optio E70 10MP Digital Camera measures 3.8 x 2.4 x 0.9 inches in dimension and weighs around 3.9 ounces. The consists of 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor, which provides a sensor resolution of 10 mega-pixels. The sensor resolution bears a direct proportionality with the image quality, thus higher the resolution, better is the image quality. This portable digital camera also includes a 2.4-inch LCD display, which can be used to preview and view images. Although, this camera has a 34.8MB internal memory, it does provide a socket for inserting external SD or SDHC memory cards.
The Pentax Optio E70 Digital Camera comes with 3x optical zoom. The optical magnification does not adversely affect the image quality. The camera also offers a 5.7x digital zoom, which however adversely affects the image quality. The shutter speed varies between 4 seconds to 1/2000 seconds. The focal length provided by this camera is 6.3-18.9 mm, which is equivalent to 35-105mm on a 35mm film based camera. In case of digital cameras, a higher ISO sensitivity indicates better picture quality when shot in low light conditions. The ISO sensitivity ranges between 64 to 6400.
The Pentax Optio E70 Ultra-Compact Digital Camera consists of the Pentax Auto Picture Mode that instantly selects from 7 shooting modes to effectively match the situation. The Pixel Track Shake reduction function helps in reducing the blurring of images caused due to camera shake even in challenging lighting conditions. This is complimented by the Pentax Digital Shake Reduction that ensures absolutely minimal blurred images. It includes Advanced Face, Smile and Blink Detection technologies that enable you to take the perfect individual and group portrait snaps. Finally a Digital Panorama mode allows you to stitch a series of images to create one large and wide photo. Along with this stylish camera you can get a USB cable, an AV cable, an instruction manual and a software CD-ROM. It is currently priced at around £90.
Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera
May 12, 2009
Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera is a rugged and waterproof digital camera that comes with some amazing functionalities. The Pentax Optio W60 10MP Digital Camera comes in two colours, silver and ocean blue and measures 3.9 x 2.2 x 1 inches in dimensions. Its weight is around 4.4 ounces excluding the weight of battery and memory card. The camera includes a 36.4MB internal memory that can be increased using SD or SDHC memory cards. It has an image resolution of 10 mega-pixels that ensure good quality images. Images can be previewed on its 2.5-inch LCD display that comes with a resolution of 230000 pixels. The screen has an a 170° wide viewing angle.
The Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera includes the Pentax Zoom Lens system that offers an optical zoom of 5x, which means that the original image can be enlarged up-to 5 times its original size without any distortion. On the other hand, digital enlargement factor causes distorted images and the max digital zoom offered by this camera is 5.7x. The ISO sensitivity enhances the image quality even in dimly lit conditions. The ISO range provided by the W60 lies between 50-6400. The camera's macro mode can be used to capture subjects that are just 1cm away from the lens. High definition video can be recorded using the W60 digital camera at the rate of 15fps. The maximum video resolution is 1280x720 pixels. Most of the times there are some blurred scene in between that occur due to camera shakes in between video recording. Now Pentax has introduced the Movie Shake Reduction feature that steadies the videos and reduces blur.
Pentax Optio W60 Waterproof Digital Camera comes with Pentax Digital Shake Reduction feature that reduces camera shakes and blurring of images while shooting still pictures. It also includes an Advanced Face Detection, Smile Detection and Blink Detection technologies that ensure perfect portrait images. Also this digital camera is tough and rugged that is waterproof up to 13 meters. It is also cold-proof and can be used in sub-zero temperatures. Along with this portable and compact digital camera, you get a rechargeable lithium-ion battery along with a battery charger, a USB cable, a video cable, a strap, a software CD-ROM and an instruction manual.
Pentax Optio P70 Digital Camera
February 26, 2009
Pentax has announced the high performance Pentax Optio P70 Digital Camera, that comes with a stylish and compact body packed with advanced functionalities that make your photographing experience an effortless and pleasurable one.
Pentax Optio P70 12MP Digital Camera comes with 12 mega-pixels of image resolution which is clubbed with a high performance imaging engine for delivering superior quality pictures. The higher the resolution of the camera's sensor the better is the quality of the pictures. This camera is 54mm high, 97mm wide and 21.5mm deep. It weighs around 110 grams. A 2.7-inch LCD screen that comes with a resolution of 230K pixels. The camera's 33.75MB internal memory can be increased using SD or SDHC memory cards. The focal length ranges between 4.9 – 19.6mm, which on a 35mm camera is equivalent to 27.5 – 110mm. The camera's in-built flash employs a pre-discharge feature for the red-eye reduction function. It also employs 5 types of white balance settings.
Pentax Optio P70 Digital Camera comes with a 4x optical zoom and 6.3x digital zoom. The optical zoom provides magnification without any unfavourable effects on the image quality, however in case of digital zoom the image clarity gets affected and the result may be a blurred image. The light sensitivity factor that influences the sharpness level of the image ranges between ISO 64 and ISO 6400. You can also set the camera to automatically select the correct setting as per the situation. In the macro mode, you can shoot subjects that are about 10cm apart with proper contrast and exposure settings. Continuous shooting is done at the rate of 4fps, the maximum shutter speed being 1/1000 second. The maximum video resolution is 1280x720 pixels and it is recorded at the rate of 30 frames per second.
Pentax Optio P70 Compact Digital Camera comes with a Digital Panorama mode that is used to create a single panoramic picture from a total of three images, while the vertical mode is useful in taking vertical snaps. It comes with a Super Fast Face Recognition function that can track and capture the face in just about 0.03 seconds. It includes 26 shooting modes. It includes Triple anti-shake protection feature that prevent the various types of camera shakes. In case an image has been deleted accidentally, you can use the Image recovery function to retrieve it. Pentax has preloaded the camera system with 90 frames for you to get creative with your snaps. Its PictBridge compatibility allows you to take direct prints of your images. This Digital camera brings along a USB cable, an AV cable, a software CD-ROM and an instruction manual.
Pentax Optio S60 Digital Camera
February 22, 2009
Pentax has introduced the Pentax Optio S60 Digital Camera, which is a stylish and elegant device specifically meant for inexperienced and first time users.
Pentax Optio S60 6MP Digital Camera offers an image resolution of 6.4 mega-pixels, which produces the finer details of the image. It has a dimension of 89x59x28 mm and a weight of 135 grams. The camera features a smc Pentax lens, which delivers high contrast clear images. The 12-bit A/D converter delivers low noise images even in low light conditions. Images can be previewed on the camera's 2.5-inch LCD screen that has a resolution of 115kpixels. The camera has an internal memory of 11MB which can be increased using SD memory cards.
Images can be magnified to 3 times its original size owing to Pentax Optio S60 Digital Camera's 3x optical zoom. The image quality remains unaltered in case of optical zoom however it gets blurred when digital zoom is used. The digital zoom of this camera is 2.6x. The focal length ranges between 5.8mm to 17.4mm. The minimum focus range of the camera starts at 40cm; however by using the macro mode even images that are at a distance of 6cm can be shot with precision. Video is recorded at the rate of 20 frames per second. The video resolution ranges between 320x240 pixels and 160x120 pixels. The camera comes with few preset white balance modes and an internal flash which automatically corrects the red-eye factor.
The Pentax Optio S60 Compact Digital Camera provides 12 picture shooting modes to choose from, thus allowing you to shoot a wide range of subjects. The images and videos can be viewed either on the television by using the camera's video-out port as well as on the computer through the USB interface. It comes with PictBridge compatibility that allows you to directly print your photos; thus eliminating the need for a computer. The Optio S60 brings along a a carrying strap, a USB cable, an AV cable, a software CD-ROM and an instruction manual.
Pentax K20D Digital Camera
September 28, 2008
The Pentax K20D 14.6mp Digital Camera offers the advanced photo enthusiast or the semi-pro, an array of innovative features. The new advanced CMOS image sensor of this Pentax digital camera ensures optimum performance of the Pentax interchangeable lens, Offering a 14.6megapixels resolution (the highest in its class)to the sensor opf this device. More, being fortified by the latest noise-reduction technology this sensor promises superb image quality.
The Live View function enables the photographer to capture the image on the back panel LCD monitor while shooting. Expanded Dynamic Range Function is a customisable feature set that allows the photographer better control over contrast detail in bright settings. A new Custom Image Function that appears here, offers finishing touches to an image. This Pentax digital camera also presents an improved dust reduction mechanism that offers prevention, alerting, and removal of dust particles. Another innovation from the house of Pentax is the Shake Reduction (SR) system, coupled with the Pentax Real Image Engine (PRIME). With all these technological aspects bundled in a dust-proof and weather-resistant body, you obviously have a new camera in Pentax K20 D Professional Digital Camera that can be used anytime, anywhere.
Specifications
Sensor: CMOS with primary color filter and integrated shake/dust reduction sensor movement system, 14.6megapixels, 8 bits/channel (JPEG) or 12 bits per channel (RAW)
Type : Auto Exposure Digital SLR Still, TTL Auto-Focus, P-TTL built-in retractable Auto-Flash, CCD Shift Shake Reduction, Dust Reduction, Dust Alert, and Weather-Dust resistant body.
Resolution (Recorded Pixels): 14.6M (4672 X 3120), 10M (3872 X 2592), 6M (3008 X 2000), 2M (1824 X 1216)
File Formats: JPEG (Exif 2.21), RAW (PEF, DNG), DCF 2.0 (design rule for camera file system), DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), PRINT image matchning III.
Exposure Control: TTL open aperture metering with choice of 16-segment, center-weighted and spot-metering .
Lens Mount: PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount compatible with PENTAX KAF2, KAF, and KA mount lenses, power zoom function, SDM function, K-mount function usable with restrictions, S-Mount lenses usable with adapter and with restrictions, 67/645 lenses usable with adapter and with restrictions.
ISO Sensitivity: Auto 100-3200 (6400) ISO (1, 1/2, 1/3 steps) (6400 in expanded ISO mode).
Focusing System: TTL phase matching 11-point Auto-Focus System (SAFOX VIII), AF- single with Focus Lock, AF Continous/Manual, Focus point adjustment (Auto, User-Selectable, Center), AF-assist via built-in flash.
