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Pentax Optio RZ 18 Digital Camera (Orange)

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  • B&H # PEORZ18O
  • Mfr# 14191

Product Highlights

  • 16Mp Resolution
  • 3.0" LCD Screen
  • 4.5-81mm Pentax Zoom Lens
  • 720p HD Video Capture
  • SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Slot
  • 18x Optical Zoom
  • Face Detection
  • Shake Reduction Image Stabilization
  • Built-In Auto Flash

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The Pentax Optio RZ 18 Digital Camera (Orange) is a point-and-shoot that keeps things simple while giving you today's most sought after features. What might those be? High def 720p video capture, face detection, image stabilization, and advanced 9-point autofocus are chief among them. More than just slim and convenient, however, the RZ 18 also packs in 16Mp, for high-quality, enlargement-friendly photos.

Helping to make those stellar images would be the camera's Pentax zoom lens with a 4.5-81mm 35mm equivalent focal length (25-450mm). The lens also features an 18x optical zoom, plus a 27x Intelligent Zoom, and Pentax's Shake Reduction image stabilization. The camera also has a built-in flash for capturing stills in low-light or night-time situations. Another useful aspect of the RZ 18 is the large 3.0" LCD screen. You can compose, review, and navigate without having to squint with this, fast-becoming, industry standard size display.

When it comes to getting the best shot for each individual situation the RZ 18 has modes like Auto Picture, which take the guesswork out of getting it right. Other features such as creative special effects filters add a unique and fun bent to your images. And using the optional remote control you can take your pictures even further by getting yourself in the shoot, photographing large groups, or tinkering with self-timer, continuous, or burst modes, with ease. No matter how or what you shoot, though, the Optio records your files to compatible SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards (sold separately).

Generous 18x zoom (equivalent to 25-450mm) with extra wide angle lens captures subjects near and far
High resolution 16 megapixel sensor for large prints or aggressive image cropping
Slim footprint for outstanding portability and inconspicuous use
Multiple PENTAX Shake Reduction (SR) image stabilization options, including sensor-shift SR, for sharp images in any lighting
Large 3 inch LCD with HVGA resolution (460,000 dots)
Powerful automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture and scene modes take the guesswork out of great photography
Creative special effects filters add artistic flair to the common snapshot
Advanced 9-point autofocus with a 4cm super macro mode
Face detection for perfectly focused and exposed portraits, includes a dedicated pet recognition feature
Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 frames per second
Remote control sensor works with any optional PENTAX infrared remote control (optional)
Compatible with SD, SDHC, and modern SDXC memory cards
Imaging
Resolution Effective: 16 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 16.56 Megapixel
Sensor 1/2.33" CCD
File Formats Still Images: JPEG
Movies: AVI
Audio: WAV
Max Resolution 16MP: 4608 x 3456
Other Resolutions 12MP: 3456 x 3456 @ 1:1
12MP: 4608 x 2592 @ 16:9
7MP: 3072 x 2304
2MP: 1920 x 1080 @ 16:9
640 x 480
Aspect Ratio 1:1, 16:9
Image Stabilization Digital
Optics
Lens 12 elements in 11 groups
4 Aspheric
EFL: 25-450 mm (35mm equivalent: 4.5-81 mm)
Aperture: f/3.5 (W) - 5.9 (T)
Zoom Optical: 18x
Digital: 7.2x
Intelligent Zoom: 27x
Focus Range Normal: 1.31' (39.93 cm) - Infinity
Telephoto: 4.3' (131.06 cm) - Infinity
Macro: 0.33' (10.06 cm) - 1.64' (49.99 cm)
Super-Macro: 0.13' (39.62 mm) - 0.98' (298.70 mm)
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity 80-6400 1
Please Note:

Auto: 80-1600, Digital SR: 80-6400, ISO: 3200-6400 5Mp, Manual: 80-6400

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Shutter Type: Electronic
Speed: 1/2000 - 4 seconds in Night Scene Mode
Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Multi, Spot, TTL 256-zones
White Balance Modes Auto, Daylight, Fluorescent, Shade, Tungsten
Self Timer 2 Seconds, 10 Seconds
Interval Recording None
Remote Control Remote Control WP / F (Optional)
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes: Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On w/ Red-eye Reduction, Off
Memory
Built-in Memory 96MB
Memory Card Type SD
SDHC
SDXC
Recording
Video Recording Yes
Video
Audio Recording With Video
Viewfinder/Display
Screen 3.0" LCD Rear Screen (460000 pixels)
Connectivity/System Requirements
Connectivity AV Output, USB 2.0
Software Requirements Windows: XP (SP3), 7
Mac: OS X 10.3.9 or later
Environmental
Operating/Storage Temperature Operating
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
Power
Battery 1x D-LI92 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
AC Power Adapter AC Adapter Kit K-AC117 (Optional)
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 4.3 x 2.4 x 1.4" / 10.92 x 6.10 x 3.56 cm
Weight 6.7 oz / 190 g

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PentaxOptio RZ 18 Digital Camera (Orange)
 
5.0

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5.0

Great Little Camera

By Conniegee

from Tucson, AZ

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Battery Life
  • Great Zoom
  • Large Clear LCD

Cons

  • Complicated Controls
  • No Viewfinder
  • No view finder

Best Uses

  • Travel

Comments about Pentax Optio RZ 18 Digital Camera (Orange):

I'm planning a trip to Burma in November and thought I would buy this camera as a backup to my Canon. Well, honestly, I think I will use this as a main camera. Easy to use and the photos are crystal clear. I just love the ease of this camera. I purchased a 32g card for it and let's see if I do take 10,000 pictures. And the size is great; will fit in my fanny pack.

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Screen Protectors

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