Pentax Optio X 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom

by Pentax

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002B80RM
• Item model number: X
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,243 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Features include

• Detailed imaging with a 5.0 megapixel CCD
• Precision and clarity through an all glass smc Pentax 3X optical zoom lens equivalent to 35.6-107mm in 35mm film format, 12X combined zoom
• Advanced high resolution, ultra bright 2.0 inch LCD monitor
• Multi function cradle; USB connect to transfer data, web cam ability, AV connectivity and battery recharge
• Ultra slim, aluminum alloy body, with unique twist high-tech design
• Movie mode with sound records to the capacity of your memory card
• Ultra lightweight separated body weighs only 4.6 oz
• 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
• Use the Matrix Display to select from a variety of picture modes
• Three metering options: Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
• 16 MB internal memory – ready to use out of the box or backup for when your card gets full
• Three capture settings with three JPEG quality settings each
• TTL contrast detection autofocus system with 9-point wide-focus, spot focus and infinity landscape mode
• World time function and alarm clock with sound and picture wake-up

What's in the box:
Optio X Camera, Software (CD ROM), Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery, Operating manual, Cradle Stand with AC Plug Cord, Serial number card, AV Cable, Service network directory, USB Cable, Strap.

Product Description

2/8/200615-19-32...

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

60 of 62 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cool and Effective, December 9, 2004

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Jimmy V (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pentax Optio X 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I was looking for a camera with a swivel LCD display. I have always liked taking my own pictures when I'm out on vacations with my wife. The Optio X caught my attention immediately. The camera is 5 megapixels strong and the LCD display is very big (2 in). The design of course, is incredibly beautiful. I had my doubts about the picture quality and colors. But once I started taking my first pictures I was pretty much convinced.

Pros:

Small and cool design.

Swivel LCD (2 inches).

Everything is customizable. If you don't like the colors, exposition, lighting or anything else, you can adjust it in a snap. It even has a feature that takes 3 pictures at once with 3 different expositions so you can decide later which picture you like better. With this mode you can vary the exposure, white balance, sharpness, saturation and contrast.

15 shooting modes, including one called "Self Portrait". This mode takes into account that the shooting distance is your arm length...

Macro mode is also very cool.

On timer mode, big countdown numbers appear on the screen so everybody can see when the picture will be taken.

Cons:

The flash is located at a very awkward position. Is very easy to put a finger on it when you are taking a picture. Also, when the display is swiveled, the flash ends up in the lower corner of the camera. This can be a problem when you place the camera on a table when you are taking pictures with the timer. Chances are that the table will block the flash path. If this happens, a strange shadow may appear on the picture.

No optical view finder.

Joystick control is a little too small.

You have to use 4 fingers to grab the camera. If you use your whole hand, you may end up placing a finger on the flash or on the lens.

Tripod socket is located on one side. This means that you will only be able to take vertically oriented pictures when using a tripod (unless you buy a small swiveling tripod).

I hope this helps...

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good enough for me, November 24, 2010

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S.S. - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Pentax Optio X 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I just wanted a camera that was pretty easy to use and took good pictures without me having to play too much with the functions. This camera does that, so I give it a 5/5.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great couple cam option!, April 12, 2006

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M.G.G. "DvD Hunter" (Panama city, Panama) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pentax Optio X 5MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

The pentax optio x, it?s a great camera for some many reasons, but the most important for me, is that i can get great pictures from me an my couple, without asking help to any other person to hold the camera......