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Pentax Optio WP Review Summary
5 Megapixels
Low-Quality Video: 320x240 resolution or less.
Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.
Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.
Spot Metering
Waterproof - Submersible under water up to a certain depth.
Accepts Secure Digital (SD) memory.
Neocamera detailed reviewPentax Optio WP Assessment
Being the only current waterproof ultra-compact camera on the market, the Optio WP does not have any competition. Other than its waterproof body, it seems like a fairly typical ultra-compact camera. This camera does produce images with above average noise and shows below average battery life. On the other hand, it focuses better and is more full-featured than most cameras in its class.
For an in-depth look at the Pentax Optio WP, see our full-review which concentrates on handling and usability.
Neocamera detailed review| PROS | CONS |
|---|---|
| Waterproof up to 1.5m for 30 minutes |
Above average noise levels |
| Slim durable body with solid feel | Slight corner softness |
| Very low chromatic aberrations | Some barrel distortion |
| Good focus speed and accuracy | Short flash range |
| Good exposure and metering | Below average battery life |
| Excellent macro focusing | Poorly positioned tripod mount |
| Nice and clear interface | Easy to dirty glass lens cover |
| Pan, infinity and manual focus modes | LCD blanks during continuous shooting |
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Pentax WP Facts
Ultra-Compact digital camera| 5 Megapixels Ultra Compact | ISO 50-400 |
| 3X Optical Zoom | Shutter 1/2000-1s |
| Waterproof to 2m for 30min | Custom white-balance |
| 1 FPS Drive, Unlimited Images | Spot-Metering |
| 320x240 @ 30 FPS Video Recording | Lithium-Ion |
| 2" LCD 85K Pixels | Secure Digital |
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