Pentax Optio 330

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The Pentax Optio 330 Digital Camera

Pentax Optio 330 Digital Camera

  • The Pentax Optio 330 is one of the smallest and lightest digital cameras in the 3 megapixel CCD, 3x optical zoom lens category.
  • The high-performance 3x zoom lens (equivalent to 37-111mm in 35mm format) of the Optio 330 delivers high image resolution and low image distortion despite its compact size.
  • A 3.34 megapixel, primary color filter CCD and advanced image processing technology ensure that images remain intact at the recording stage.
  • Due to the use of a newly developed image processing circuit and software, the Optio 330 offers smooth, trouble-free operation.
  • The Pentax Optio 330 is equipped with a USB port that supports the USB standard. This allows easy transmission of photographic data a PC or Mac equipped with a USB port.
  • The high resolution of the 1.6-inch LCD monitor is ideal for both composing and reviewing images on the spot. Its even bright enough for use in direct sunlight.
  • A range of versatile flash functions, including auto flash for automatic discharge under low-light conditions, flash-on, flash-off modes, red-eye reduction mode, and night scene modes including slow-shutter sync are available.
  • The actual-image zoom viewfinder of the Optio 330 also features a diopter adjustment from - 3.0m-1 to +1.0m-1.
  • It's easy to search for recorded images using the nine-image display screen. And, with a 4x magnification, images can be enlarged to check recorded images for accurate focus and small details.
  • The Pentax Optio 330 can record movies in AVI format with a duration of up to 30 seconds at 15 frames/sec.
  • Capture your images with a choice of three compressed JPEG formats (Good, Better, Best).
  • Attain accurate exposure with a choice of six-segment metering, center-weighted metering, and spot metering.
  • The self-timer mode allows you time to get into the picture. It releases the shutter ten seconds after pressing. The optional remote control provides even more control, releasing the shutter with a three-second delay.
  • Seven-point autofocus and spot AF are both available.
  • The Optio 330 has five shooting modes: Standard, Night Scene, Metered Manual (exposure up to 15 seconds), Movie, and multiple-exposure.
  • It possesses white balance modes for Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light and Manual.
  • A choice of color, black and white, and sepia modes allow further creative freedom.
  • The Optio 330 utilizes Epson's PRINT Image Matching technology, which ensures that the camera and a PRINT Image Matching-enabled printer work perfectly together to produce the best prints possible.

Includes: Pentax Optio 330 Digital Camera, One 16 MB CompactFlash Card Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery/Charger, and ACDSee Software.

The Optio 330 has a selection of shooting modes for a variety of situations and a range of options for exposure, focusing, and flash. High-quality recording is ensured with its 3.34 megapixel, primary color filter CCD, and infinite creative possibilities are opened up through simple connection to a PC. The Optio 330 has sophisticated styling, with elegant curves, a stylish stainless steel exterior, and a smooth shape, which fits comfortably in the hand.