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alaTest.com
Editors' rating: 87
Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 308 reviews of Pentax Optio W30 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 72/100 and users 72/100. Comparing these reviews to 573168 other Digital Compact Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 87/100 = Very Good.
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digitalcameraroundup.com
Summary: There is a "Synchro Sound Record" mode that continually listens to sound. When you press the shutter to take a picture, it commits the ten seconds prior to the picture and keeps recording for another ten seconds afterwards
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photographypress.co.uk
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: It's pocketable and simple to use but not without some flaws
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whatdigitalcamera.com
Editors' rating: 80
Summary: Pentax's W30 has its merits but is only an ideal choice if you are looking for a waterproof camera
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digitalcamerareview.com
Summary: The W30 is an improved version of the Pentax Optio W20, with the primary changes being increased depth and duration limits (up to about 10 feet and 2 hours from about 5 feet and 30 minutes in the earlier camera) and an increased maximum ISO ...
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digitalcamerainfo.com
Editors' rating: 40
Summary: The Pentax W30, simply put, is a fun camera to use. It will likely find a wide audience, eliciting praise from Michael Phelps types to kids wanting to play Mikey from the Goonies. With waterproof, dustproof (and kid-proof) abilities, the Optio W30 ...
CNET product brief
Description: The Pentax Optio W30 is a 7.1-megapixel, compact camera.Compared to other compact digital cameras on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $200.
Pros: Weighing only 5 ounces without battery and media, this digital camera is rather light relative to its competitors.
Cons: Has 7.1-megapixel resolution, which is lower than some similarly priced digital cameras.
Suitability: Built for travel, since it won't take up a lot of space.A recommended use, based on key features, is framed photos for the home.The largest recommended print size, estimated from the camera's resolution, is 12x16 or larger.
Value: Overall, this digital camera's features are in line with its price.However, you would typically pay about 35% more to get a compact camera having 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.
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