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Editors' rating: 84
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 171 reviews of Pentax Optio 30 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 68/100 and users 84/100. Comparing these reviews to 540866 other Digital Compact Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 84/100 = Very Good.
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Summary: Front - Camera off. Built in lens-cover
CNET editors' buying advice
We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Digital cameras. This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of digital camera.
Snapshooter
The casual photographer needs a camera that is easy to carry and easy to use, so compact and ultracompact cameras make the best choice. These digital cameras are the most useful for taking snapshots anywhere, and can produce nice photos for email, web, or prints smaller than 8x10 inches.
The specs that matter
| Resolution | It doesn't matter. Most digital cameras on the market today have sufficient resolution for your needs. |
| Price | $150 to $300 |
| Lens type | Zoom (range encompassing at least 38mm to 114mm, 35mm equivalent) |
| Storage media | Internal memory, CompactFlash, Memory Stick, xD-Picture Card, or Secure Digital/MultiMediaCard |
| Photo file format | JPEG |
| Interfaces | USB, NTSC/PAL television connection |
| Exposure controls | Automatic, programmed scene modes, exposure compensation (for tweaking the automatic exposure) |
| Focus controls | Automatic |
| Flash modes | Automatic, fill, red-eye reduction |
| Software | Photo stitching, photo album, slide show |
| Multimedia | VGA (640x480), 30fps video-clip recording with sound |
| Cool features to look for | Direct-to-printer (PictBridge) output compatibility, in-camera red-eye removal, automatic exposure fix, optical or mechanical image stabilization, face detection |
Read more in the Digital Camera Buying Guide
CNET product brief
Description: The Pentax Optio 30 is a 3.2-megapixel, beginner camera.Compared to other beginner digital cameras on the market, it is midpriced at around $140.
Pros: None noted, given available product data.
Cons: Has 3.2-megapixel resolution.
Suitability: A beginner digital camera, suited for infrequent, budget-oriented user.A recommended use, based on key features, is printed snapshots.The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 5x7.
Value: In general, this digital camera has good features for the money.On the other hand, you would typically pay nearly 45% less to get a beginner camera with comparable resolution.
Suggestions: For more help in deciding if this is the best digital camera for you, visit the buying guide for digital cameras at CNET Reviews.
CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.
