Pentax Optio W60 announced
Pentax Imaging has announced a major update to its popular waterproof digicam series - Pentax Optio W60. The most noticeable improvements in comparison with the previous models are:
- 5x zoom lens with the real 28mm wide angle (28-140mm). A Digital Wide function merges two shots into one image for ultra-wide-angle image capture (equivalent to a focal length of 21mm in 35mm format).
- New 10 Megapixel 1/2.3″ sensor. Sensitivity could be set up to ISO1600 in full resolution and up to ISO6400 in 5 Megapixel mode.
W60 allows to take pictures 30% deeper than the previous model - 4 meters. In addition to the JIS Class 8 waterproofing standard, the camera is JIS Class 5 dustproof against dirt, sand and dust and operates in extreme temperatures as cold as 14 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 10 degrees Celsius). Furthermore, you can make 720p HDTV (1280 x 720 pixels) movies in such harsh conditions.
May 28th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Unlike previous rebates, the lens and flash deals are only available with the purchase of a new body.
January 25th, 2009 at 7:34 pm
awesome camera. the switch to .avi from .mov for the video is a little disheartening. 2 minutes of video is roughly 120 MB now (using highest quality configuration). The AF w/ recording setting for video leaves the video audio ruined with the constant clicking of the autofocus motor. Otherwise its a very nice rig very rugged and great in the water.