Features

• 7.0-megapixel CCD and 3x Pentax optical zoom lens
• JIS Class 8 Waterproof and Class 5 Dustproof performance allows underwater photography and video
• 2.5-inch low reflection LCD monitor; 115,000 pixels
• Ultra-fast 9-point auto focus; Portrait mode utilizes Face Priority AF for perfect results
• High-quality extended movie captures QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30fps; built-in editing functions

Reviews (3)

Great for caves and canyons
I've had this camera about a month now and am extremely pleased with it. I've taken it into numerous caves, where dripping water and muddy conditions are common, and it has survived being dragged around. Moreover, it has taken fantastic closeups of tiny features. I am amazed at how good the macro feature is, especially when there is virtually no light.
Pentax Optio W20 7MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom
This is my second Optio (due to an unfortunate accident snorkling in Hawaii) and I can't believe the pictures and adaptability of this camera.The W20 has more features than the W10 I had previously, and this takes even better pictures.I can pick a mode and take great pictures and video, either on land or under water.My only recommendation is to get the silicone cover that is available if you are going to use it underwater.It will keep your fingers from manipulating the lock mechanism that opens the waterproof door to the battery and memory card.The camera is a great size for those of us with larger hands that have a hard time holding the new smaller cameras, and it is an added benefit that the lens never protrudes from the camera body.All of the zoom and focus is internal in the camera.Makes it really easy to slip into a pocket.I liked this style of camera so much I went and bought another one.Even after I compared it to the Olympus and Casio.

Lousy quality pics
I just bought this camera off Amazon, and owned it for less than 24 hours before deciding to return it. I did a side by side comparison, between my 5 year old 4 megapixel Canon and this new 7 mp Pentax.Indoors with flash. Outdoors. In shade. In auto everything mode. Set to my preferences. No contest. The Pentax lost every time. The colors were muddy. The sharpness was far less than my 4 mp Canon. The flash kept overexposing everything, and washing out colors.
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Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Capture movies in QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30 frames per second; built-in movie editing functions
• High-performance 0.6-second start-up and 0.05-second shutter lag
• Powered by Lithium-ion battery DL-I8 (battery, charger, and AC cord included); stores images on SD memory cards

Reviews (21)

Buyer Beware -- Warranty does not cover "liquid" damages
It states clearly in the warranty policy that liquid damages are not covered.Therefore, the waterproof nature of this camera is disclaimed and not coveredby the 12-month manufacturer warranty.It seems from the failure rate of users ~20%, that this product is quite a gamble without an additional warranty.
Annual "Waterproofing".
The W10 (and W20, 7MP) is/are waterproof as indicated by Pentax.
super tough, hard to complain
i've had last years model (just like this except 5mp) for about a year and i can tell you one thing, it's tough!
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Features

• 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 2.5-inch color LCD monitor; 11-point wide-frame AF
• In-camera Shake Reduction (SR) system to combat blur from hand shake or low light
• Auto sensitivity control up to ISO equivalent 3200
• Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by 2 CR-V3 lithium batteries or 4 AA-size batteries

Reviews (10)

Incorrect Product Description
The camera itself makes me quite happy.Unfortunately the Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 lens described above (1 inch / 4.9 ounces) does not (as far as I can see) exist.Instead Amazon ships the standard Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 kit lens... not bad but it can hardly be described as "hardly protrud[ing] from the camera.

Worth it
I own a pentax zx 30 35 mm camera with a 28mm-210mm lens on it. I was shopping a while for a digital camera, bought the canon powershot a620.But sold it after 4 weeks, I feel more natural with a SLR style than the point and shoot camera.Finally after much research, landed on this one, knowing very well that there are superior cameras out there in the market.And I never needed a camera in 8MP - 10MP range. 4 MP - 6MP is all (my opinion) one needs for prints of 4 x 6 sizes.
Great camera - BE CAREFUL with legacy K-mount lenses
Great camera...good quality pictures... easy to use... all of these are true of the K100D.
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Features

• 8.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 16 x 22-inch prints
• 2.5-inch LCD display; 3x optical zoom with Shake Reduction technology
• Mode Palette on LCD lets you navigate and select from 15 shooting modes and 15 playback modes
• Record movies with sound in Divx MPEG-4 movie format (movie playback is not supported on Macintosh operating systems)
• Powered by D-LI8 lithium-ion battery; stores images on SD memory cards (includes 24 MB internal memory)

Reviews (10)

Looks good, feels good, but quality, totally unreliable
I may have a camera that is defective, but i found that this camera can only take a crisp photo in excellent OUTDOOR only light conditions. But even then after a while, only ever 4th picture would come out. I am a true lover of the self portrait, but every time you try, the people in this close up come out black, and the back senery comes out great... This could just be my own loss in skills, but i dont think so since my last Casio 5MP, did not have this problem, even though it also had a pentax lens.
Firmware 1.01 update fixed the lag time
Just picked up my Pentax A10 at Costco a couple of day ago and here's my thoughts.
Great Travel Camera!!
My Pentax Optio S died in Sapporo and I didn't have time or inclination for a travel repair, so I went in to Yodobashi Camera to see what they had.I looked at some Cannon but settled on Pentax again figuring I wouldn't have a steep learning curve.I was right.It runs very similarly to all the Optio family.It's slightly larger than the Optio S line but is still as small as it gets.
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Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 3.0-inch touch-screen LCD display
• Capture movies in QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30 frames per second; built-in movie editing functions
• Features creative Drawing Function, Stamp Modes, Image cut-out, and built-in Picture frames
• Powered by Lithium-ion battery DL-I8 (battery, charger, and AC cord included); stores images on SD memory cards

Reviews (4)

Nice idea - several drawbacks
I was looking for a camera that would let me make annotations on the photo while in camera and there were two choices - Sony's N1 and Pentax T10. The sony is about $100 more. The Pentax suffers from short battery life (note the touch, 3" screen and the temptation to edit in camera).
Very easy to use, great pictures, few drawbacks
I purchased this camera in early June 2006... a month later, I'm very happy with it.This is my first digital camera -- I had been waiting for prices to come down and features to improve.All of the buttons and knobs on traditional cameras seemed overwhelming to me -- hence my appreciation of this camera.There are two buttons on the back - one to review pictures you've taken (titled "play") and one to pull up menus (titled "menu").I also bought the wireless remote control (model "E") as well as a generic AC adapter ("Digital Concepts 4.5V AC Adaptor") from Amazon.Both have performed well though I think the wireless remote control was a waste of money -- it's only for taking pictures of yourself, vs. I was hoping it would work with the slideshow feature when plugged into the TV.I also purchased a fast 1 GB SD ("Sandisk SDSDPH-1024-901 1 GB Ultra II SD Plus USB") card from Amazon and seem to have tons of capacity for pictures and video... and I'm not experiencing the slow performance issue that others have referenced.
Great new ideas, but not the greatest camera
The 3 inch touchscreen LCD navigation is a really nice feature, and functioned great. It seemed to react better to fingers rather than the included stylus pen though. This being the case, it should come with a screen cleaner cloth to remove smudgy fingerprint residue.
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Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Capture movies in QuickTime motion JPEG (320 x 240) at 30 frames per second; built-in movie editing functions
• Up to 900 shots with lithium AA batteries
• Powered by AA-size batteries (2 alkaline batteries included); stores images on SD memory cards

Reviews (4)

Great Camera
Nice Lcd
Great camera for the price!
This camera seems great for the price.It is a simple point and shoot camera with some cool features.I don't know much about digital cameras but it looks like a pretty good camera for someone that just wants to take some simple pictures.It also cost a less that other cameras with similar features.

Great value, great camera
I was looking for a 'simple' cheap camera for my 12 year old. I was pleasantly surprised to find a 6MP camera at this price range. In addition to the listed features it also had some 'fun' features such as graphic overlays, audio recording to accompany pictures, etc which my kid learned and started using right away. I also purchased the rechargeable Sony 2500mha AA batteries (comes with the recharger BCG-34HE4) and the Kingston's fastest 512 MB Ultimate memory card (133Mhz). The resulting combination is capacity to take 160 pictures at highest quality with battery power to do it 3 times over (ie. around 500 pictures), a great value.
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Features

• 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
• 2.5-inch LCD display; body only--no lens included
• In-camera Shake Reduction (SR) and Dust Reduction (DR) systems; dust-proof, weather-resistant body
• Continuous shooting at approximately three images per second
• Stores images on SD or SDHC memory cards; powered by lithium-ion battey D-LI50 (battery and charger included

Features

• 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 2.5-inch color LCD monitor; 11-point wide-frame AF
• In-camera Shake Reduction (SR) system to combat blur from hand shake or low light
• Auto sensitivity control up to ISO equivalent 3200
• Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by 2 CR-V3 lithium batteries or 4 AA-size batteries

Reviews (10)

Incorrect Product Description
The camera itself makes me quite happy.Unfortunately the Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 lens described above (1 inch / 4.9 ounces) does not (as far as I can see) exist.Instead Amazon ships the standard Pentax 18-55mm f/3.5 - 5.6 kit lens... not bad but it can hardly be described as "hardly protrud[ing] from the camera.

Worth it
I own a pentax zx 30 35 mm camera with a 28mm-210mm lens on it. I was shopping a while for a digital camera, bought the canon powershot a620.But sold it after 4 weeks, I feel more natural with a SLR style than the point and shoot camera.Finally after much research, landed on this one, knowing very well that there are superior cameras out there in the market.And I never needed a camera in 8MP - 10MP range. 4 MP - 6MP is all (my opinion) one needs for prints of 4 x 6 sizes.
Great camera - BE CAREFUL with legacy K-mount lenses
Great camera...good quality pictures... easy to use... all of these are true of the K100D.
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Features

• 10 Megapixel effective for still images at up to 3648x2736 pixel resolution and video or movie images up to 640x480
• Compact-type digital still and movie camera with built-in zoom lens, autofocus, auto exposure, auto-flash and Shake Reduction
• Lens Features - Focal Length - 7.9mm - 23.7mm; 35mm Equivalent - 37.5mm -112.5mm; Aperture Range - F2.8 - F5.4 Optical Zoom - 3X; Digital Zoom - 4X; Combined - 12X
• Light Metering Method - TTL metering with choice of - Multi-segment, Center-weighted & Spot meter
• Storage Media - Approx. 24MB built-in memory, SD memory card removable - we recommend purchasing an Optional 1GB SD memory card. It will allow you to store a lot more Video and images, as well as take advantage of the camera's high Resolution abilities.

Features

• 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 18 x 24-inch prints
• 2.5-inch LCD display; kit includes 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 lens
• In-camera Shake Reduction (SR) and Dust Reduction (DR) systems; dust-proof, weather-resistant body
• Continuous shooting at approximately three images per second
• Stores images on SD or SDHC memory cards; powered by lithium-ion battey D-LI50 (battery and charger included

Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 3x optical zoom; 2.5-inch LCD display
• Stylish, ultra-compact body with an aluminum alloy exterior measures just 3.3 x 2.2x 0.8 inches
• Quick response with an approximately 0.01-second shutter release lag time
• Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by one rechargeable Lithium-ion D-LI8 battery

Reviews (13)

The Optio S4 was MUCH better...
I have both an Optio S4 & an Optio S6.I spend most of my time out at night.Concerts, clubs, raves, etc.The Optio S4 took AMAZING low light & night setting photos.The Optio S6 fails miserably at them.Even in situations where all stage lights are on and the room is well lit, you must repeatedly hit the button to even get it to try and take a picture and half the time the photos come out blurry.
Luv this camera!
This is the best little camera!Excellent picture quality.It is easy to use...I have no techie skills in the least, however I can figure out everything on this camera.It literally does fit in an Altoids container, however I wouldn't recommend carring it that way.I bought a tiny little camera protective bag for it and I throw it in my small wristlet bag...I take it every where.The only bad points are the delay in the snap shot time and the zoom feature is not the best...pictures are not as crisp and clear when you use the zoom feature.That being said I would still recommend this camera.

Poor Camera
Very poor quality pictures that look as if the focus doesn't remain constant, with people standing in a group! I have sent them back for a refund. Veryt dissatisfied.
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Features

• Designed for proprietary PENTAX Kaf Mount
• Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass lens for superior sharpness and color correction
• Responsive Quick-Shift Focus System allows instant shift from AF to MF
• Image circle is designed to match the CCD used in PENTAX digital SLRs
• Convert focal length to 24.5mm-69mm with *ist D (optional)

Features

• Full-page portable printing, no ink cartridges or toner needed
• Prints up to 3 ppm at 203 x 200 dpi
• Maintenance-free mechanism with few moving parts
• Ultra-lightweight at only 1.12 pounds with long-life NiMH battery
• IrDA and USB 1.1 interface; Windows, Mac, Linux, and Palm OS compatible

Features

• 6.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality prints up to 14 x 19inches
• 2.4-inch LCD display; 3x optical zoom
• Built-in primary-color filter produces more natural, vivid colors
• Mode dial for clear-cut selection of the cameras eight versatile modes
• Powered by 2 AA-size batteries; stores images on SD memory cards (approximately 10 MB internal memory included)

Reviews (7)

Despite much research I ended up with this
As a basic point-and-shoot photographer interested in cataloging my vacations and work travels, I spent a significant amount of time doing research on cameras.When I was in the store, on impulse, I bought this camera not knowing anything about it.I was overly optimistic that Pentax's reliability would continue in their low end digital.
What are they talking about?
I don't know what these other people are saying...The Pentax Optio E10 is not a bad model.My parents got me this for my birthday so I wouldn'tcomplain anyways.My only gripes about it is the shutter speed(which I will agree with them is pretty slow), and the fact that you have to upload videos on the computer to hear the sound you just recorded, but for less than $150.00 you can't go wrong!The picture quality is pretty good and there are plenty of options on the camera itself to keep you busy.Yeah the advanced directions are on a disk and you have to go on the computer to read them, but I'm pretty sure if you have a digital camera, you have a computer.Otherwise how are you gonna look at the pictures and print them anyways?Not everyone has or wants a portablecamera printer.I like it though, I'm deployed to Afghanistan right now and I've got to say this camera does everything I need it to and is pretty easy to keep clean.If you have the money yeah go ahead and buy your $600.00 Cannon that will probably get stolen from you, but if your on a budget like me and my parents are, then this is perfect for you or your child(who will eventually lose it, all kid's lose things)!That's my review, if it doesn't help you, a punch in the mouth will!

read the label: ENTRY LEVEL.
This should be a good camera for those of us who are starting out. The shutter speed is a little slow, but most of us arent taking pictures of a running ostrich. It delivers what it promises, & that's about it. Very basic, but nice at what it does. The size is a plus, & it's easy to use.
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Features

• What's in The Box - Optio M20 / USB Cable I-USB7 / AV Cable I-AVC7(B), Strap O-ST51, Dock Insert O-DI58, (2) AA Alkaline Batteries, Software S-SW58 (CD-ROM)
• 7 Megapixel for stills up to 3072x2304 resolution or Movie mode at up to 640x480 VGA resolution
• Bright 2.5 LCD Screen
• Multimode Electronic-Flash
• High-quality extended movie captures QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30fps

Features

• 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
• 2.5-inch color LCD monitor; 11-point wide-frame AF
• Super-compact, ultra-lightweight body
• Auto sensitivity control up to ISO equivalent 3200
• Stores images on SD memory cards; powered by 2 CR-V3 lithium batteries or 4 AA-size batteries

Reviews (1)

Very nice value...is stabalizer worth $100?
Looking for your first digital SLR?The K110D is a great beginning.Solid construction, good image quality, and a very fine lens makes this your leader in the bargain SLR cameras.
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Features

• Objective lens: 25mm
• General purpose binocular ideal for wildlife, sports, and theater
• High-refraction Bak4 glass prisms and multi-coated lens
• 324-foot field of view at 1000 yards
• Magnification: 8x

Reviews (1)

Low cost, high quality binoculars
Was very pleased with the cost and quality of the Pentax UCF-X II 8x25 binoculars. They are compact, light weight, easy to operate and give a good image. Good to use at concerts and on trips where weight and size are important. Good value for the money. ... Read more

Features

• 6.1 MegaPixel CCD housed in one of the world’s smallest, lightest digital SLR camera bodies
• High-rigidity stainless-steel chassis
• Compatible with 35mm-format lenses and accessories
• Fast, high-precision 11-point autofocus (9 cross-type sensors) with SAFOX VIII
• SD memory card compatible

Reviews (14)

Retro style.
The overal build, body operation and lense quality is superb. Unless you have some very specific needs from a dSLR when comparing features, this camera can win your heart easily.
Great Digital SLR for Advance Amateurs
I am a long time Pentax user since the days of the Asahi body with screw mount lens and no light meter.I've been buying Pentax cameras almost every 10 years including Pentax-made HP point-and-shoot digital cameras .Been waiting a while for Pentax to come through with an affordable dSLR in my price range and with the right features.The time has finally come with the *istDS since Pentax is phasing them out and replacing it with *ist DS2 and *ist DL.
Second Pentax - First Digital SLR
Pentax - name associated with quality photography. This lightweight, easy to use - great quaility build DSLR is a fantastic choice for anyone that is thinking about upgrading from 35mm or just starting out in digital photography- easy menu functions and backward compatable interchangeable lenses.. I reccommend a 1gig Ultra II SD card - for maximum storage and I highly advise rechargeable batteries. ... Read more

Features

• ·        Ideally suited for viewing insects, birds, artwork or any other object at close ranges
• ·        C.L.O.S.E. (Convergent Lens Optical System Engineering) allows them to focus down to 1.6 feet
• Revolutionary dual-axis, single body housing with synchronized eye-piece adjustment to assure correct optical alignment for comfortable viewing
• ·        Fast and easy center focusing for handling ease
• ·        Fully multi-coated optics to eliminate harmful ultraviolet rays while improving light transmission for high contrast images with no glare or flare

Reviews (2)

Butterfly Fun
My husband and I used the binoculars to do the Broward County yearly butterfly count. They are easy to carry, adjust with one hand, and show the butterfly beautifully to every last detail. I highly recommend them.

Great for all-around nature study
These binocs are perfect for anybody who is interested in all creatures, not just birds.We used them at the Everglades and were equally pleased with the views of birds, alligators, crabs, insects, etc.They have gotten me interested in butterflying, and for this purpose they are superb.I expect that in time, you will see rave reviews on butterfly websites.Being able to focus to 20 inches or so allows me to watch insects & spiders with as much detail as if my eye were just a couple inches from the object (if the naked eye could focus that close).The view is gorgeous.At close range, it is somewhat like looking through a dissecting microscope.Amazingly, the quality of the image is very good (for both near & far objects).I tried some truly bad binoculars ($100 cheapies, zoom binocs, etc.) while shopping around and the Papilio is definitely at a much higher level of quality.To me, the quality is not noticeably different from that of the $350 birding binoculars (8x32, etc.) that I have tried.Perhaps a trained eye could find a difference, but I don't notice any.A potential concern with close-focusing binocs might be eyestrain, but the Papilio is very easy on the eyes even at close range.I have been using these binocs intensively for three weeks, and I am still delighted with them.I was also concerned about the small (21 mm) objectives, but I have not found the image to be noticeably dark.
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Features

• High-definition, maximum-gradation images with 6.1 effective megapixels
• Large, high-precision two-inch color LCD monitor
• High-precision 16-segment multi-pattern metering; high-accuracy 11-point AF sensor
• 1/4000-second high-speed shutter; rapid consecutive shooting of up to 8 images at approximately 2.8 frames per second
• SD memory card compatibility

Reviews (14)

Retro style.
The overal build, body operation and lense quality is superb. Unless you have some very specific needs from a dSLR when comparing features, this camera can win your heart easily.
Great Digital SLR for Advance Amateurs
I am a long time Pentax user since the days of the Asahi body with screw mount lens and no light meter.I've been buying Pentax cameras almost every 10 years including Pentax-made HP point-and-shoot digital cameras .Been waiting a while for Pentax to come through with an affordable dSLR in my price range and with the right features.The time has finally come with the *istDS since Pentax is phasing them out and replacing it with *ist DS2 and *ist DL.
Second Pentax - First Digital SLR
Pentax - name associated with quality photography. This lightweight, easy to use - great quaility build DSLR is a fantastic choice for anyone that is thinking about upgrading from 35mm or just starting out in digital photography- easy menu functions and backward compatable interchangeable lenses.. I reccommend a 1gig Ultra II SD card - for maximum storage and I highly advise rechargeable batteries. ... Read more