Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black)
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At just 0.8" thin (0.6" at its slimmest point), the Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera is the fashion forward point-and-shoot that you can carry with you anywhere. Available in 3 smart colors, the sleek metal body compliments your wardrobe and digital lifestyle.
The Pentax 4x optical zoom lens provides a highly flexible wide angle focal length of 4.9-19.6mm (approximately 27.5-110mm equivalent in the 35mm format). From wide cityscapes to telephoto portraits of family and friends, the Optio P80 captures your unique vision without compromise.
The camera records still images at a resolution of up to 12.1 megapixels with superb color saturation and brilliant, life-like detail. Auto Picture Mode, Face Recognition Autofocus, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, and the revolutionary High Sensitivity Digital SR Mode (with ISO up to 6400) ensure perfect photos under even the most challenging lighting conditions. The Optio P80 even captures broadcast quality 720p HD video at a smooth 30 frames per second. From family vacations to a night on the town with friends, the Pentax Optio P80 is the stylish way to capture your digital lifestyle.
- 12.1 Megapixel Resolution
- The 12.1 megapixel CCD sensor boasts ample resolution for detailed images, large prints, and cropping flexibility.
- Pentax Optics
- The 4x wide angle Pentax optical zoom lens offers a 35mm focal equivalent of 27.5-110mm - perfect for everything from wide landscapes to portrait shots.
- 2.7" LCD
- Large 2.7" LCD with 230,000 dot resolution for accurate composition and playback of still images and video.
- Stylish and Pocket Friendly
- At just 0.8" thin the ultra-slim compact design of the Optio P80 is offered in a fashionable selection of colors including Black, Pearl, and Mint.
- Auto Picture Mode
- Auto Picture Mode allows the camera to automatically analyze shooting conditions for Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, and Program modes and optimize exposures based on subject data. This Pentax original function simplifies shooting and eliminates the need for time consuming exposure settings.
- Fast Face Detection
- Fast Face Detection technology recognizes up to 32 faces in as little as 3 one-hundredths of a second for easy portraits and group photos.
- HD Video Recording
- The Optio P80 captures broadcast-quality HD movies at up to 30 frames per second. Movie Shake Reduction automatically corrects for unwanted camera movement to ensure smooth video without the jitters. The camera can also record VGA and QVGA Movies at 15 or 30fps and boasts an advanced Underwater Movie Mode that optimizes color settings for underwater motion video.
- Smile Capture and Blink Detection
- Smile Capture automatically takes the pictures when your subject smiles, and Blink Detection alerts you if your subject's eyes are closed during the exposure.
- Shake Reduction (SR) + High Sensitivity
- Shake Reduction (SR) technology automatically compensates for unwanted camera movement and hand shake. Coupled with sensitivity up to ISO 6400, all of your photos are captured with optimum sharpness - even under low lighting conditions.
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| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 12.10 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 12.39 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CCD |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: AVI Audio: WAV |
| Max Resolution | 12MP: 4000 x 3000 @ 4:3 |
| Other Resolutions |
7MP: 3072 x 2304 @ 4:3 5MP: 2592 x 1944 @ 4:3 3MP: 2048 x 1536 @ 4:3 0.8MP: 1024 x 768 @ 4:3 0.3MP: 640 x 480 @ 4:3 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
7 elements in 6 groups 3 Aspheric EFL: 4.9-19.6mm (35mm equivalent: 27.5-110mm) Aperture: f/2.6 (W) - 5.8 (T) |
| Zoom |
Optical: 4x Digital: 6.3x |
| Focus Range |
Wide: 1.31" (3.33 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 1.64' (49.99 cm) - Infinity Macro: 3.96" (10.06 cm) - 1.97' (60.05 cm) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity |
Auto, 64-1600
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Please Note:Expandable to 3200 and 6400 close |
| Shutter |
1/4 - 1/1000 seconds 4 - 1/1000 seconds in Night Scene Mode |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Auto Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Manual |
| Burst Rate | Up to 0.93 fps at 12 MP for up to 3 frames |
| Self Timer | 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction |
| Effective Flash Range |
Wide: 0.66 - 15.09' (0.2 - 4.6 m) Telephoto: 1.64 - 6.89' (0.5 - 2.1 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | 33.6MB |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC |
| Still Images per GB | JPEG: 214 @ Highest Resolution |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Up to 2GB |
| Audio Recording | With Video |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 2.7" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 AV Output DC Input |
| Software Requirements |
Windows: 2000, XP, Vista Mac: OS X 10.1.2 or later |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | D-LI88 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | AC Adapter (Optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.8 x 2.1 x 0.8" / 96.52 x 53.34 x 20.32 mm |
| Weight | 3.7 oz / 105 g |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Zoom range/performance (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Family photos (3)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
REVIEWS
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Displaying reviews 1-5
Pros
- Good in Low Light
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black):
pentax brand means quality camera; no worries about bulk or weight when i want to take pictures casually; more features than our other digital point and shoot cameras
Pros
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black):
Bought this as $90 P/S, good build,, focal range, features, ISO noise not too bad for web images. AWB is awful (blue outdoor cast, sickening yellow incandescent casts).
Pros
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black):
This camera is fantastic! The photos are great, it's small and lightweight, and the battery holds its charge for quite a while. I would definitely recommend this camera to everyone.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black):
Using this camera for company photos that appear in our corporate newsletter.
The Optio P80 is easy to use and the photographs are sharp with vivid colors.
The zoom feature works great in creating employee images in our corporate on line directory.
- Similar:
- Canon S-1
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Black):
Light and compact to travel with.
Good high definition videos.
The wide angle great for family parties.
I bought one moth ago and no complain at all.
Displaying reviews 1-5
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What's in the Box
- I-USB7 USB Interface Cable
- I-AVC7 A/V Cable
- Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
- Battery Charge Cradle D-BC88(A)
- AC Plug Cord
- Wrist Strap O-ST51
- Software CD-ROM
- 1-Year Pentax U.S.A. Warranty
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