Pentax Digital Cameras

Pentax Optio W60 Waterproof Digital Camera

5x Optical Zoom - Built-In, SD/MMC Memory Card - 36 MB Installed Memory - 2.5in. 5x optical zoom. 2.5ins LCD. Take photos and videos up to 4m underwater and at sub-zero temperatures. 36Mb internal memory - SD card expansion slot. Wide angle 28mm zoom lens. HD movie capture. ISO 6400 sensitivity, face recognition, anti-shake reduction. Includes 1Gb SD memory card, Li-ion battery and camera case. Silver. Pentax announced a new entry in the waterproof / outdoor digital camera category. The new Pentax Optio W60 has a 10-megapixel sensor and can submerged up to 13 feet for as long as 2 hours. The 5x internal zoom lens has a 28mm (35mm equivalent) wide end and the camera can also be used at temperatures below freezing. Among other improvements, the new Optio W60 also has Face Detection and sensitivity up to ISO 6400. Looks like Pentax has been paying attention to the competition. These are significant improvements over the Optio W30 we reviewed last year and I look forward to testing the new Optio W60.

Pentax K10D 10.2MP SLR Digital Camera

Pentax has today announced the Pentax K10D digital SLR camera. The K10D combines 10.2 effective megapixels with a host of advanced technologies, including the Pentax-original Shake Reduction (SR) system and a weather-resistant body.Pentax has today announced the Pentax K10D digital SLR camera. The K10D combines 10.2 effective megapixels with a host of advanced technologies, including the Pentax-original Shake Reduction (SR) system and a weather-resistant body.Designed to deliver high-quality digital SLR photography and responsive operation for advanced photo enthusiasts, the Pentax K10D features an array of Pentax innovations in image capture and image functionality. Key features include the Pentax-developed Shake Reduction (SR) system that effectively offers a 2.5 to 4 EV advantage for sharp, blur-free images even under difficult shooting conditions, a newly developed 22-bit A/D converter designed to convert a large volume of data more faithfully and swiftly, and a new Pentax Real Image Engine (PRIME), designed exclusively for the K10D, to produce well-balanced, true-to-life images.
The K10D also comes equipped with a new Dust Removal (DR) system to keep dust off the CCD surface, a Pentax-original exposure system for faithful reproduction of the photographer’s creative intentions, and a dependable dust-resistant, weather-resistant body construction featuring 72 seals throughout the camera to allow photographers to continue shooting even in dusty or rainy environments.
All combined, the K10D delivers exceptionally high image quality and responds brilliantly to the exacting demands of advanced photographers.

Pentax K-m + 18-55 DAL Digital SLR

The Pentax K-m is the ideal choice of digital SLR for first time DSLR users and family photographers, and has been designed particularly for ease of use, to enable all abilities to enjoy high-quality photography. The Pentax K-m features 10.2 megapixels, a 2.7" LCD screen and an upgraded version of the Pentax Auto Picture mode, which automatically detects the type of subject or scene, and sets the appropriate shooting mode for the photographer. Also on-board is advanced, specialised functionality such as the in-built Shake Reduction mechanism which prevents your photos being spoiled by blur, and all of this is neatly contained in the Pentax K-m compact, lightweight body. Included in this kit is the SMC DA L 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 AL lens, which has been exclusively designed for use with Pentax DSLR cameras. The Pentax SMC DA L 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 AL is extremely compact and more lightweight than its conventional counterparts, without sacrificing any of the exceptional optical performance you expect from Pentax lenses.

Pentax DSLR K-M 18-55mm 10.2m pixel digital SLR camera

10.2 megapixel resolution. 2.7in LCD monitor. High speed continuous shooting at approx 3.5 frames per second. High precision 5-point AF system, ISO up to 3200. Pentax original shake reduction mechanism and dust removal system. Auto picture mode, SD memory card slot. 18-55mm lens powered by 4x AA Li-Ion batteries (not included). Included: video/USB cables, software & strap. Body material polycarbonate.
10.2m pixels.
Pentax smc 18-55mm DAL lens included with camera.
2.7in LCD screen.
Live preview on screen.
5 focus points.
Pentax K-mount.
30 other lens available.
SD, SDHC memory card compatible.
Optical shake reduction.
PictBridge compatible.
Dust reduction system.
Continuous shooting 3.5fps.
In-camera red eye reduction.
Maximum ISO range 3200.
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000s to 30s.
Full auto setting.
Semi auto, semi manual setting.
Full manual setting.
Scene modes 9.
Built-in flash.
Hot shoe function for a separate flash.
CMOS sensor.
Sensor size 23.5mm - 15.7mm.
Weatherproof.
Waterproof.
Accessories include strap, software, AV cable, USB cable, hotshoe cover, eyecup, finder cup and body mount cover.
Zoom lens.
Lens size 18-55mm.
Requires 4 x AA batteries, supplied.
Weight 525g.
Size (H)12.2, (W)9.1, (D)6.7cm.

Pentax Optio P70 Silver

The Pentax Optio P70 (pictured right) is a 12 megapixel point and shoot camera with a 4x optical zoom lens (27.5mm at its widest which is nice), a 2.7mm LCD and a 20mm thin profile. The P70 has an ISO of up to 6400, face recognition (Pentax says it can identify up to 32 faces within 0.03 seconds), blink detection, smile capture (no more pictures of non smiling people with their eyes closed) and high definition movie recording at 15 frames per second.
The Pentax Optio P70 comes in white, red and silver and will have a retail price of $199.94 USD.
The Pentax Optio E70 is similar to the P70 in that it has face detection, blink detection, smile capture and a lot of smilar features but the E70 is a 10 megapixel camera with a 3x optical zoom and 2.4 inch LCD. It is powered by AA Batteries.