Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Mint)
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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.
Go To
| 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: 4.9-19.6 mm (35mm equivalent: 27.5-110 mm) 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
1
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 4 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good image quality (4)
- Compact (3)
- Easy to use (3)
- Good in low light (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Family photos (4)
- Low light (4)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Mint):
Easy to use, easy to carry, easy to use. great pictures. My 3rd Optio P Series. Tried other brands but for ease of use this one is it.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Mint):
Picture Quality seems good.
Mint Optio P80 is ugly wish I could have ordered black one. The body and buttons look very cheap.
Don't buy Mint P80.
Hope it will long last.
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Mint):
Don't rush machine is small but not simple
When you will study all futures and will be able to choose correct picture mode you will have great results and pleasere from using Pentax Optio P80. Good quality for this price
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Video
Comments about Pentax Optio P80 Digital Camera (Mint):
i have always liked the pentax cameras.
the video option is a big plus. i wish the
battery lasted a little longer. i will just
get a second one, and be happy with my investment.
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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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