Pentax Optio S Ultra-Slim Digital Camera [3MP 3xOptical]

Featuring a 3.2-megapixel CCD sensor, the Optio S delivers images up to 2048 x 1536 pixels and prints up to 11 x 14 inches. The zooming capacity of the lenses is augmented with 2x digital zooming, which offers smooth operation and realises a combined zooming power of 6x zoom. It features a focal range of 5.8 to 17.4 mm (35 to 105 mm equivalent in 35 mm photography) and maximum aperture of f2.6-4.8.

Images can be stored in the internal 11 MB memory or on optional Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMedia cards (MMC). Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB storage-class connectivity, which means it can be connected to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.

In addition to taking still photos, the Optio S can also record movie clips of up to 30 seconds with audio at 12 frames per second. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this feature won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just want to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative. The OptioS has been specially designed with audio recording capability rivalling the abilities of standalone audio-recording devices. This can be exceptionally handy for recording important information in meetings and an index can be added during recording for easy playback.

Additional features of the camera include a variety of shooting modes, such as program, picture mode, night scene, movie, panorama assist, 3-D image, digital filter and user. There are also picture modes including landscape, flower, portrait, self-portrait, surf and snow, autumn colour and sunset. White balance controls include TTL auto, pre-set and custom white balance, while autofocus can be adjusted with 7-point AF, spot AF, and infinity landscape mode.

The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included). It measures 3.3 x 2.0 x 0.8 inches and weighs 4.1 ounces. This package includes the Optio S digital camera, battery and battery charger, USB and A/V cables, hand strap, and CD-ROM with image software and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.

Manufacturer's Description
Pentax has taken the design of digital cameras a stage further with the OptioS. By completely re-thinking the internal design of the camera and lens, we have designed a camera that is half the thickness of a conventional digital camera, and smaller than a playing card. The innovative 'Sliding Lens' system dramatically reduces the thickness of the camera by sliding one group of lenses away to the side when the camera is switched off. Also, advances in electronic circuit board design have further reduced the internal volume to create a camera that is not only beautifully styled but incredibly compact. The controls are simple, clear and easy to use despite the tiny dimensions.

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