Typical price: £220
What is it: Compact 5-megapixel snapshot camera with a 5x zoom lens
What we think: Though this snapshot camera has some admirable qualities, its poor performance and photo quality keep it from making the grade
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 1 March 2005
Tags: Pentax, Pentax Optio SV, white balance, resolution, photography
We like:
Compact and easy to use; indefatigable burst mode; excellent macro capabilities
We don't like:
Average image quality; mediocre performance
You might also need:
256MB SD card
CNET UK judgement:
Though this snapshot camera has some admirable qualities, its poor performance and photo quality keep it from making the grade
Full review:
A 5x optical zoom lens, excellent macro capabilities, and a burst mode that doesn't know when to stop differentiate the otherwise average Pentax Optio SV from the proliferation of 5-megapixel snapshot cameras. One of four 5-megapixel Optio models introduced by Pentax alone recently, the SV is designed for the photographer who's content with letting the camera make all the decisions most of the time but who wants room to grow. However, discriminating punters will find the poor performance and the mediocre photo quality enough to send them looking elsewhere. Continue Reading...
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