Pentax Optio MX 3.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom

by Pentax

Product Details

• Item Weight: 7 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001J0BHC
• Item model number: OPTIO MX
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,906 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 2, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

• Detailed Imaging with a 3.2 Megapixel CCD
• Powerful smc Pentax 10X Optical Zoom Lens (38mm-380mm) 100X Combined
• Enhanced Movie Functions: Record in MPEG-4, capturing the Quality of 30fps in VGA (640X480 pixels)
• 1.8 Inch LCD Monitor uses a New Low-glare Control Mechanism which Improves Availability in Direct Sunlight
• Incredible Super Macro from No Distance up to 5.9 Inches
• Combines User Friendly Operation and Compact, Innovative Style
• Use the Mode Dial to Select from an Array of Shooting Modes (Picture, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual and Voice record)
• TTL Contrast Detection Autofocus System with 5-Point Wide-Focus, Spot Focus and Infinity Landscape Mode
• Make Your Photography Simple by Choosing from 10 Different Picture Modes (Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Self-Portrait, Surf &Snow, Sunset, Night Scene, Soft, Illustration and Panorama Assist)
• Rapid Image Download with USB 2.0
• Software Pack Includes Award Winning ACDSee for Windows and Mac Featuring ACD ShowTime for Movie Editing
• Advanced Features Include: Manual Focus, Auto Bracketing, Flash Exposure Compensation and Digital Filters
• Voice Recording Mode Audio Capability that Rivals Stand Alone Audio Recording Devices
• JPEG (Exif.) 2.2, DPOF, PictBridge and Epson PRINT Image Matching II technology Assures the Highest Quality Prints
• Three Metering Options: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
• Three Capture Settings with Three JPEG Quality Settings Each

What's in the Box
Optio MX Camera, Battery Charger Kit K-BC7U, Rechargeable D-LI7 Lithium-ion battery, Operating manual, Lens Cap O-LC37, Serial number card, AV Cable (I-AVC7), Service network directory, USB Cable (I-USB17), 16 MB SD Card, Strap (O-ST17), Software (CD ROM)

Product Description

The innovative, palm-sized OptioMX features 3.2 effective megapixels and 10x optical zoom to capture still images and high resolution (VGA) full-motion movies on MPEG-4 format with zoom capability. With advanced design and the compact signature dimensions of the Optio line of digital cameras, the OptioMX features an ergonomic grip handle and an articulating LCD monitor that swivels horizontally and vertically to frame subjects exactly as you prefer. Optio MX marks the legendary manufacturer's first step into the production of full-capacity digital video.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, August 2, 2004

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M. Rico - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pentax Optio MX 3.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I was looking for a camera that I would be able to use for video and pictures, not that expensive but with good quality. I looked around and tested several cameras, some not so well known and others that are well known, but as soon as you go down in price the quality goes with it. I was not looking to spend 800-900 dollars for this type of camera, but I did not want an aiptek or mustek either. When I got this camera was like a dream come true. Small enough that I can carry it in my purse, good quality videos, good quality pictures and the price just right. It would be nice if it will have some kind of digital stabilizer, but I guess for that I can get a regular camcorder. Get a bigger sd card and wow you will do wonders with this camera.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great camera /camcorder, October 27, 2004

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Elliot - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pentax Optio MX 3.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

Small, easy to operate, and fairly inexpensive if you look in the right places. The Pentax Optio MX is a good buy. However, be aware that the software that comes bundled with it will NOT work if you have installed Windows Media Player 10. It only works with Windows Media Player 9.0 or earlier. Camera controls are intuitive and easy to access but holding the camera steady is a bit tricky. The included 16 MB SD card is a joke but you can buy a 256 MB for about $20 and that will do the job. Although the manual advises that you buy a "fast" card, a regular card works great even while recording at best resolutions. Autofocus noise is a bit of a nuisance if you are taping in a relatively quiet setting (just turn the volume down). Overall, a great alternative to bulky low resolution camera/camcorders for $235 bucks!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Camera, August 28, 2004

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Amanda L. Lheureux - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pentax Optio MX 3.2MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This camera is great. The Zoom on it is worth the price alone. We went to the zoo using this camera and was able to take pictures of animals very far away with no problems at all. It's very easy to use even though it looked complicated at first. The video the camera takes is not bad either. The only problem I have with it, is you need a lot of light to take some good pictures so if your somewhat in the dark you will need to use the flash that is built in. Besides that the camera is awesome! A++