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Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera (Blue)

BH #PEOW60BL • MFR #17251
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Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera (Blue)
Key Features
  • 10 Megapixel
  • 5X Non-protruding Wide-angle Zoom Lens
  • 2.5" LCD Display
  • Waterproof & Dustproof
The waterproof & dustproof Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera (Blue) is designed to operate at depths of up to 13 feet underwater and can operate at extreme temperatures well below freezing. A perfect camera for the outdoor adventurer as well as the everyday camera user, it incorporates a 5x optical zoom refraction lens that never protrudes from the camera body, yet it provides wide-angle shooting capability with a focal length of 5 to 25mm (approximately 28 - 140mm equivalent in 35mm format). In addition, a Digital Wide function provides an equivalent focal length of 21mm.

The camera can record still images at a resolution of up to 10 Megapixels with superb image quality and color rendering, plus the camera has a host of scene modes ideal for shooting scenes such as expansive landscapes, architecture, and group photos in confined spaces as well as close-up telephoto shots. Other features of the Optio W60 include a High-Quality Movie mode with HD resolution comparable to 720p HDTV quality, as well as Auto Picture mode, fast Face Recognition, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, an Underwater Movie mode, and the impressive High Sensitivity Digital SR mode that automatically adjusts the sensitivity up to ISO 6400 for sharp images of moving subjects - even in low light.

Users can use the camera's 2.5-inch IPS (In Plane Switching) LCD monitor to frame and view their shots, plus the display has an anti-reflection coating to reduce glare - even in bright sunlight, and the monitor's wide viewing allows users to view the display from nearly any angle. In addition the camera provides extensive in camera editing including built-in digital color filters, a dramatic fish-eye filter and a frame composite function for adding decorative frames to the images. The camera has both built-in and expandable memory using Secure Digital Cards, and the included rechargeable battery allows users to shoot over 200 shots on a charge, or view images in the display for over 3 hours on a full charge.

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Pentax W60 Overview

The waterproof & dustproof Pentax Optio W60 Digital Camera (Blue) is designed to operate at depths of up to 13 feet underwater and can operate at extreme temperatures well below freezing. A perfect camera for the outdoor adventurer as well as the everyday camera user, it incorporates a 5x optical zoom refraction lens that never protrudes from the camera body, yet it provides wide-angle shooting capability with a focal length of 5 to 25mm (approximately 28 - 140mm equivalent in 35mm format). In addition, a Digital Wide function provides an equivalent focal length of 21mm.

The camera can record still images at a resolution of up to 10 Megapixels with superb image quality and color rendering, plus the camera has a host of scene modes ideal for shooting scenes such as expansive landscapes, architecture, and group photos in confined spaces as well as close-up telephoto shots. Other features of the Optio W60 include a High-Quality Movie mode with HD resolution comparable to 720p HDTV quality, as well as Auto Picture mode, fast Face Recognition, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, an Underwater Movie mode, and the impressive High Sensitivity Digital SR mode that automatically adjusts the sensitivity up to ISO 6400 for sharp images of moving subjects - even in low light.

Users can use the camera's 2.5-inch IPS (In Plane Switching) LCD monitor to frame and view their shots, plus the display has an anti-reflection coating to reduce glare - even in bright sunlight, and the monitor's wide viewing allows users to view the display from nearly any angle. In addition the camera provides extensive in camera editing including built-in digital color filters, a dramatic fish-eye filter and a frame composite function for adding decorative frames to the images. The camera has both built-in and expandable memory using Secure Digital Cards, and the included rechargeable battery allows users to shoot over 200 shots on a charge, or view images in the display for over 3 hours on a full charge.

Waterproof & Dustproof Camera Body
The Optio W60 complies with JIS class 8 Waterproof performance, enabling it to withstand up to 2 hours of continuous operation at an underwater depth of up to 13' (4 m). Furthermore, the Optio W60 has also been proven to conform to JIS Class 5 Dustproof performance. Such capabilities make it ideal for use when taking part in marine sports, going fishing or enjoying other outdoor events, as well as gardening, cooking, or in other places where you would normally worry about water or dirt. Additionally, waterproof performance of this kind means users can simply rinse the camera off any time it becomes dirty. The camera also operates in temperatures as cold as 14°F (-10°C), making it a perfect choice for outdoor winter activities.
10 Megapixel Resolution
The Optio W60 captures images with outstanding quality thanks to a 1/2.3-inch, 10.34 megapixel CCD combined with a high-performance ASIC image processor. The maximum output resolution of 10.0 megapixel provides sufficient image quality to easily produce a photo quality 20 x 30" print.
5X Wide-angle Zoom Lens
The Optio W60 features a 5x refraction zoom lens that never protrudes from the camera while zooming, and includes a proprietary SP (Super Protect) coating that provides superior water repellency to prevent water droplets from forming. The Camera Lens provides wide angle shooting capability with a focal length equivalent to 28 - 140mm (in 35mm format), which allows the camera to capture a variety of scenes including expansive landscapes, architecture, and group photos in confined spaces. The lens has superb macro capability with a minimum focus distance of 0.4" (1mm), and there is also an intelligent digital zoom function (up to 5.7X) that can provide a total zoom magnification of up to 28.5x.
Digital Wide Function
The Optio W60 includes an innovative Digital Wide function that automatically merges two shots into one image for ultra-wide-angle image capture that is equivalent to a focal length of 21mm in 35mm terms.
Digital Shake Reduction System
The High Sensitivity Digital Shake Reduction system compensates for camera shake and subject blurring during still-image photography by automatically adjusting the camera sensitivity up to a maximum of ISO 6400 based on ambient lighting, to permit the use of faster shutter speeds and capture sharp, clear images. In addition, Digital Shake Reduction for playback corrects blurring in images post-capture.
Auto Picture Mode
The Auto Picture mode lets the camera automatically determine the shooting conditions for Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, and Program modes and choose the optimum settings for each subject. This Pentax original function simplifies shooting for users since it eliminates the necessity of making a number of individual settings.
Green Mode for Easy Camera-controlled Shooting
The camera features a Green mode, which simplifies picture taking by letting the camera control detailed settings. The Green mode resets the shooting menu, setup menu, and other settings to their defaults and locks the menu and mode buttons and other controls so you don't have to worry about unintentionally changing the settings. This mode comes in handy when asking someone else to take your picture.
Advanced Face Recognition Technology
The Face Recognition AF & AE function delivers beautiful portrait shots with a single setting. This convenient function detects up to 32 faces in 0.03 seconds, then instantly sets the camera's focus and exposure settings for optimal portraits and group shots. The camera also features the Smile Capture mode that automatically captures images when subjects smile and Blink Detection, which warns the photographer if any subject's eyes are closed during exposure.
HD Movie Capture
The Optio W60 records high-quality movies in HD 720p resolution (1280 x 720 pixels at 15 fps), and also features Movie Shake Reduction to automatically correct camera shake when shooting to produce smooth video without the jitters. The camera can also record VGA and QVGA Movies at 15 or 30 fps and has an Underwater Movie mode that optimizes color settings for recording underwater.
2.5" Wide-angle LCD Display
The camera incorporates a 2.5-inch IPS (In Plane Switching) high-resolution (230,000 pixel) LCD monitor that features an anti-reflective coating, which reduces reflective glare so the monitor is easily viewed even in bright sunlight. The display is designed to be cold-proof for use in extreme, sub-zero temperatures, and the monitor's wide viewing angle (about 170 degrees - both horizontally and vertically) allows users to view images from nearly any angle.
Digital Filters for Greater Creativity
A number of creative digital filter functions are built into the camera that you can use to customize your photos. In addition to a B&W filter, a Sepia filter, a Soft Focus filter, and six Color filters, there is a Fish-eye filter, which dramatically distorts the image so it appears to have been taken with a fish-eye lens. With these filters, you can obtain a rich assortment of digital effects without needing a computer. There is also a frame composite function that allows photographers to shoot and create images with decorative frames, and provides up to 80 styles to choose from.
Built-In & Expandable Memory
The camera includes 36.4MB of built-in memory so you can begin shooting immediately without the need for additional memory. The camera also supports Secure Digital (SD) and Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) cards to expand the memory capacity - even beyond 2GB.
Slim Body with a Flat Design
The slim, flat body design of the Optio W60 allows it to be easily retrieved from pockets, bags, and cases, and the camera's outer body is made from reinforced 2 layer polycarbonate plastic with aluminum plating that adds to the camera's durability. The camera body also incorporates auto locking door mechanisms for additional protection of sensitive internal electronics.
Superb Battery Life
The rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery included with the Optio W60 provides sufficient power to record up to 205 images, and allows users to view images in playback for up to 200 minutes with a full charge.

Pentax W60 Specs

Camera Type
Waterproof Wide Angle Compact Point-and-shoot Digital Camera
Image Quality
Image Sensor
1/2.3" 10.34 Megapixel interline transfer CCD w/primary color filter
Effective Resolution
10.0 million pixels
Color Depth
24-Bit RGB
Color Modes
Color, B&W, Sepia
Image File Formats
JPEG (Best, Better, Good)
Recorded Resolution
10M (3648 x 2736)
7.5M (3648 x 2056) - 16:9
7M (3072 x 2304)
5M (2592 x 1944)
3M (2048 x 1536)
1024 (1024 x 768)
VGA (640 x 480)
Video Recording
AVI (Motion JPG) with sound
HD 720p (1280x720 @ 15fps)
VGA (640x480 @ 30 or 15fps)
QVGA (320x240 @ 30 or 15fps)
Clip length limited only by available memory.
Movie Color Filters available (color, B&W, sepia)
Audio Recording
WAV (PCM), monaural
Optics
Lens Type
Pentax zoom lens (11 elements in 9 groups with 5 aspherical elements)
Optical Zoom
5x (Intelligent zoom up to 28.5x at VGA)
Lens Focal Length
5 - 25mm (28 - 140mm equivalent)
Digital Zoom
5.7x
Minimum Focus Distance
0.4" (1cm)
Maximum Aperture
f/3.5-5.5
Optical Image Stabilization
No (Digital SR is available)
Accessory Lens/Filter Mount
No
Focus Control
Focus Type
9 point TTL Contrast Detection Autofocus
Focus Modes
9 point AF, Spot AF, Auto Tracking AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity Landscape, Pan focus, Manual focus, Focus Lock
Focus Range
Normal: 19.7" (50cm) - infinity
Macro: 4" (10cm) - 23.6" (60cm)
Super Macro: 0.4" (1cm) - 11.8" (30cm) at mid-zoom
Exposure Control
Sensitivity
Auto ISO (50-1600)
Digital SR Mode ISO (50-6400)
Selectable ISO (50-6400)
Note: ISO 3200-6400 available at 5M resolution only
Shutter Type
Programmed AE electronic lens shutter with CCD electronic shutter
Shutter Speed
1/4 - 1/1500 seconds (up to 4 seconds in Night Scene mode)
Aperture Range
f/3.5-5.5 (max)
Exposure Metering
TTL-AE (Multi-segment, Center weighted, Spot)
Exposure Modes
Standard, Program, Green Simplified Mode, Face Recognition (up to 32 faces), Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Digital filters, Exposure compensation (۬ EV in 1/3 EV steps), Auto Bracketing
White Balance Modes
Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent Manual
Scene Modes
Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Sport, Flower, Underwater, Digital Wide Angle (5M), Surf & Snow, Digital SR (5M), Kids, Pet, Half Length Portrait (3M), Fireworks, Text, Food, Digital Panorama (2M per frame), Frame Composite (3M), Report (1280x960)
Flash
Built-in Flash
Series-control auto flash (Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye, soft)
Effective Flash Range
Up to 13'
External Flash Connection
No
External Flash Control
Not Applicable
Performance
Start-Up Time
1.9 seconds
Shutter Lag
0.03 seconds
Time Between Shots
Approximately 2 seconds
Burst Capability
Continuous: 1fps up to memory capacity
High-speed Continuous: 3.6fps up to 7 frames (5M)
Self Timer
10 seconds or 2 seconds
Interval Recording
Yes
Date & Time Stamp
Yes
Memory & Power
Built-in Memory
36.4MB
Compatible Memory Cards
Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card
Recording Capacity
Includes 21MB Built-in Memory

Still Image Capacity

Best Better Good
10M 7 12 15
7.5M - 16:9 10 15 20
7M 12 17 23
5M 15 23 32
3M 24 35 49
1024 64 91 129
VGA 117 170 235

all values are approximated

Battery Type
D-LI78 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery
Power Adapter
AC Adapter (optional)
Input/Output
Computer Interface
USB 2.0 (Hi-speed)
Direct Print Capable
PictBridge
Remote Control
No
Video Output
NTSC & PAL
Web-Cam Capable
No
System & Software Requirements
Windows System
  • Pentium II Processor or later
  • Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista
  • 256MB RAM (512MB recommended)
  • 100MB available Hard Disk space (1GB Recommended)
  • Available USB Port
  • CD-ROM Drive
  • Color Monitor (16-bit)
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later

Macintosh System

  • PowerPC 266 MHz or higher
  • Mac OS 9.2, OS X (10.1.2 or later)
  • 8MB available RAM (minimum)
  • 6MB available Hard Disk space (minimum)
  • CD-ROM Drive
  • Color Monitor (16-bit)
  • QuickTime 6.0 or later
Display
Viewfinder
No
LCD Display
2.5" TFT color LCD (230,000 pixels) with IPS (In Plane Switching) technology for and AR anti-reflective coating
Language Options
English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Traditional/Simplified Chinese
Playback Options
One shot, Index (9 thumbnails), Magnification, Face zooming (up to 10x) Histogram, Bright/Dark indication, Folder display, Calendar, Slideshow, Startup image, Image Edit (Resize, Cropping, Image & Sound copy, Image rotation, Redeye edit, Frame composite (3M), Voice memo), Digital filters (B&W, sepia, color, soft, fisheye, brightness, color extract), Protect, Select & Delete, DPOF, Sound playback, Movie playback, Movie edit (Save as still image, movie divide)
Physical
Dimensions
2.2 x 3.9 x 1.0" (56 x 99 x 26mm)
Weight
4.4 oz (125g) without battery

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