Pentax Optio W20 7MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom | 
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| Brand: Pentax
Category: Photography
List Price: $299.99
Buy New: $198.50
You Save: $101.49 (34%)
New (3) Used (1) from $198.50
Avg. Customer Rating:  28 reviews
Sales Rank: 9509
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 3
Display Size: 2.5
Battery: 1 Pentax D-L18 Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Maximum Focal Length: 18.9
Minimum Focal Length: 6.3
Maximum Resolution: 7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 5 x 3 x 1
MPN: 19123
Model: 19123
UPC: 027075121577
EAN: 0027075121577
ASIN: B000HDHAOO
Release Date: September 1, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| 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 |
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Product Description
Pentax Optio W20 is a high-resolution, compact digital-camera that you can use virtually anywhere. With 7 megapixel resolution, you can take still pictures with up to 3072x2304 pixel for stunning images. You can also take videos at up to 640x480 VGA at up to 30 frames per second. Pentax Blur Reduction mode helps eliminate the normal shake that accompanies handheld photography. This means that your pictures are sharper. Two unique key features that set this camera apart from others is that it's both waterproof and dustproof for use in areas few cameras dare to go. There's a 3x zoom lens (35mm equivalent 38-114mm) with 4x digital-zoom magnification. It has auto-exposure and autofocus plus several scene modes for optimal results whether you're an expert or casual user. There's a built-in electronic-flash, a large 2.5" LCD screen, and comfortable controls. Go anywhere your heart (or spouse) takes you with the Optio W20 from Pentax. High-quality extended movie captures QuickTime motion JPEG (640 x 480) at 30fps with built-in editing functions Picture Modes - Auto Picture, Program, Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Night scene, Surf snow, Self-portrait, Food, Museum, Sport, Underwater, Underwater movie, Pet, Soft, Natural skin tone, Fireworks, Kids, Report, Text, Frame, Blur reduction Movie Mode Shooting Time - from Approx. 1 sec. to memory card capacity Calendar display lets you choose photos by date Mode Palette provides quick access to 25 shooting modes and 15 playback modes Image Recovery function lets you retrieve accidentally erased pictures Soft-flash function for close-up photography 21.9 MB of built-in memory ( SD memory slot for upgrade) Dimensions (W x H x D) - 4.2 x 2.1 x 0.9 Inches / 5 ounces
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| Customer Reviews: Read 20 more reviews...
 Great for outdoor shots November 19, 2008
I had this trusty little guy for over a year while doing marine biology work in Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico. It survived fish guts and water. I also dropped it a handful of times, and that never seemed to phase it. It took great outdoor shots, and indoor bright lighting shots looked good too. I could take a pic of a fish on a table and zoom way in to see the scales when I looked at it on the computer. The anti-blur mode is pretty good for catching birds in flight too. Low lighting indoor shots, however, were a problem. All of my party pics from the time I had this camera are terrible. If you are looking to take pics of family and friends, look elsewhere. The final thing I will say is to get a neck strap. Mine fell out of my pocket while canoeing, and it is probably still waiting at the bottom of the river for some lucky swimmer.
Good choice for harsh conditions January 27, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this camera for use while kayaking. It fits well into the pocket of my PFD. The programming choices available work well for my needs. Movie mode is nice. There is a problem with clicking sounds while taking movies that seem to come from grasping the unit with a finger on the battery/Sdcard cover while taking movies. The qualiy of the photos is not quite as good a the Kodak Z700 camera we have, but that is to be expected given the difference on optics. Overall I am happy with this unit. The only change would be to eliminate the clicking noises, which is avoidable if attention is paid to how the camera is held while taking movies.
 pentax w camera August 29, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I liked my first one so much that i bought this second one for my girlfriend and she loves it as well. We have really enjoyed playing around in pools, rivers, and the lake with these cameras. You wont be disappointed. i do recommend a second battery for when the first one loses its charge, though it does have a pretty good battery life.
Singing in the rain ! August 23, 2007
A great camera for travel or vacation ... small yet loaded with features and a nice size LCD screen. Did a lot of "looking around" and no one could compare with all this camera had to offer, ESPECIALLY the waterproof and dustproof features. Let it rain ... I'm good to go !
Great Camera - so many features! July 7, 2007
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
My boyfriend and I purchased this camera for my sister and her husband as a wedding present. They went to Costa Rica on their honeymoon and when they came back, not only were they talking about how great their trip was, but they couldn't stop praising the quality and features of this camera. The camera's waterproof feature made it perfect for travel in such a humid climate where other digital's just can't take the added moisture. They were also very pleased with the plethora of camera and lense modes available. My brother-in-law is a photographer and a university art professor so I was a little nervous about making this purchase for them, but they couldn't be more pleased with the camera, its functions, and the high quality photographs and videos that it produced.
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