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Pentax Optio330 Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new Pentax Optio330 digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some Pentax Optio330 accessories with your camera. You'll get the Pentax Optio330 manual and always important Pentax Optio330 lens which makes the Pentax Optio330 digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your Pentax Optio330 accessories, if it does not come packaged in a Pentax Optio330 kit or bundle, is the Pentax Optio330 leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the Pentax Optio330 body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
Pentax Optio330 Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
330 |
| Camera Format |
Ultra Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$699.00 |
| Street Price |
$179.24 |
| Price Update Date |
2005-02-16 |
| Date Available |
2001-07-31 |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Remote Control Type |
Infra-red |
| Weight |
241 g
8.4 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
Yes |
| Size |
92 x 59 x 31 mm
3.6 x 2.3 x 1.2 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2048x1536, 1024x768, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
320x240 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
3.34 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
37 - 111 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
3.00x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
Smooth 2x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Type |
7 point auto or spot contrast |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Normal Focus Range |
40 cm to Infinity
16.3 in to Infinity |
| Macro Focus Range |
14 - 50 cm
5.7 - 20.4 in |
| Min Macro Area |
139 x 104 mm
5.5 x 4.1 in |
| Max Aperture |
f/2.6 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.6 (wide) / f/4.8 (tele) - ??? |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real image opt. zoom w/diopter |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
1.6 |
| Max Playback Zoom |
4.00 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
100, 200 |
| ISO Rating Max |
200 |
| Number of White Balance Settings |
6 |
| White Balance Settings |
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light and Manual |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
15 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/2000 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.33 EV |
| Metering Modes |
6 segment Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
10 |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
7 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Fill, Off, Slow-Sync (all with/without red-eye reduction) |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
CompactFlash Type 1 |
| Memory Included (MB) |
16.0 |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG (EXIF v2.1) |
| Movie File Format |
AVI (OpenDML MotionJPEG) |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
DC In |
| Performance Timing |
Movie Mode Rate (Frames/Sec) |
15.0 |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
30 |
| Movie Sec @ Min Res |
30 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
Proprietary |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium-Ion |
| Batteries Included |
Proprietary Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Complies with Epson's PRINT Image Matching technology. Lens has 7 elements in 6 groups, 2 with double aspheric surfaces. Stainless steel chassis. Automatic lens cover incorporated into camera body. As well as the self-timer and remote control, shutter can be triggered by one of three 'alarm' times set off the camera clock. Internal clock can be set to one of 62 preprogrammed cities worldwide. Remote control works from up to 5 meters in front of the camera, and triggers shutter after 3 seconds. Histogram feature allows user to check for accurate exposure on LCD screen in record or playback modes. Bundled with strap, battery, charger, AC cord, video cable, USB cable, software CD-ROM. Optional accessories include camera case O-CC2 and AC adapter kit K-AC2J. Price estimate based on Japanese price of ¥95,000. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full Pentax Optio330 review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the Pentax Optio330 power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the Pentax Optio330 digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your Pentax Optio330 even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. Pentax Optio330 Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what Pentax Optio330 rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional Pentax Optio330 accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the Pentax Optio330 wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the Pentax Optio330, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the Pentax Optio330 camera or Pentax Optio330 lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the Pentax Optio330 camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your Pentax Optio330 digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the Pentax Optio330 powergrip digital camera.
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