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Pentax Optio W30 7.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

Pentax Optio W30 7.1 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

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Brand: Pentax
Category: Photography

List Price: $368.94
Buy New: $229.99
You Save: $138.95 (38%)



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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars 76 reviews
Sales Rank: 730

Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
System Memory: 22
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Optical Zoom: 3
Digital Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 18.9
Minimum Focal Length: 6.3
Maximum Resolution: 7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 4 x 2.5 x 1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.

MPN: 19271
Model: 19271
UPC: 027075126947
EAN: 0027075126947
ASIN: B000LXZYKW

Release Date: March 22, 2007
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • 7.1-megapixel CCD and 3x Pentax optical zoom lens
  • Enhanced waterproof construction allows the W30 to be submerged down to ten feet for up to two hours
  • 2.5-inch low-reflection LCD monitor; all-new Bright mode
  • Ultra-fast 9-point auto focus; Portrait mode utilizes Face Priority AF for perfect results
  • High-quality extended movie captures QuickTime motion JPEG at 30fps; built-in editing functions

Accessories:

  • Bogen-Manfrotto 3058 Studio Pro Tripod without Head for Large Format Cameras (Silver)
  • Bogen-Manfrotto 482 Micro Ball Head
  • Sandisk 8GB SD Memory Card (SDSDB-8192, Bulk Package)
  • MADE Always On AO-1119-PNK Wrap Up Compact Camera Wrap (Pink Dots)
  • MADE Always On AO-1119-DAL Wrap Up Compact Camera Wrap (Dalmatian)

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Take your underwater images to a new depth. With an enhanced waterproof design, the compact Optio W30 performance capacity has more than doubled and now allows photographers to capture images underwater up to 10 feet for 2 hours. The generous 2.5-inch LCD monitor offers an LCD Bright Mode that can adjust the brightness of the screen as necessary for improved viewing in the sunlight. Ever the perfect camera for capturing adventure in the outdoors, the Optio W30 also features both Digital and Movie SR modes to reduce blur in both image and video capture. The Optio W30 also features the Face Recognition function and Macro Photography mode to allow image capture at under half an inch for stunning close-ups of photography subjects such as flowers, insects, jewelry and much more.


Customer Reviews:   Read 71 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Good camera- some things better left for an SLR   June 25, 2008
V. TItus
I'm a wildlife/wetland ecologist who also does some photography on the side. When I heard about this camera, I was very excited to get one and try it out. Overall, it takes nice quality photos, if you can get the autofocus to cooperate with you. My best photos with this camera are in sunlight. There have been some good indoor photos, but overall, outside is much better. The waterproofing is FABULOUS. It takes pretty good photos in clear water and surprisingly good photos in slightly murky water. I've taken it places where I wouldn't dare take my Cannon XTI and was pleased with the quality of the photos I took. I think it's a little overpriced for the photos you get, but overall, it's a great investment as a second point and shoot to a fancy SLR.


5 out of 5 stars Decent picture and have not managed to break it yet   June 22, 2008
Michael P. Quinn (Lewisville, TX United States)
I have had this camera for almost a year now. It has gone on a couple trips with us, the major test being the trip to Mexico. No sand or water problems with this camera. The picture quality is good when I manage a decent shot. We are very happy with this camera.



3 out of 5 stars Pentax is okay   June 21, 2008
Luce
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

Too many gadgets as I just wanted quality pictures. Really wanted SLR but none were available. I wouldn't want to use it under water even if it claims to have this feature. I go kayaking and thought if I ever fell overboard that it might be prudent.But why did it get all fog up after a rain (humidity?)? Movie clips and recording are not features that I care for. And adjusting picture quality without downloading is nearly impossible to really see the results. Best to download and fix at that time. You can't record at the same time as taking the picture...so what's the point? Pictures seem to be lighter and I must adjust color and tint to most pictures to reflect what I saw. Expensive camera and a little disappointed.


2 out of 5 stars Nice camera ...not water tight   June 13, 2008
Jeff (San Francisco)
We bought this camera and were impressed with both above and below water pictures. However, on our second snorkeling trip the camera would turn itself on and take continuous pictures. We had to take the battery out until the camera dried out. When we returned the camera to Pentax, after just three months, they replied that we "exceeded the waterproof capabilities." So don't take it snorkeling.


3 out of 5 stars Didn't keep it   June 9, 2008
Walter C. Bronson (NJ)
This camera is very similiar to the last Pentax that I owned, which stopped working after a trip to the beach. I figured I would try out the waterproof/sandproof variety. The camera worked fine initially, but then refused to link with my computer to download pictures. I'm not sure why. I was most disappointed that there is no lens protector. So I ended up returning the camera within the ten day period allowed by Amazon.

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