1. 12.1-megapixel resolution image sensor captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 19-inch prints
2. Coldproof design endures sub-freezing temperatures of 14 degrees Fahrenheit
3. Widescreen, HD movie capture that records resolutions up to 1280 x 720 pixels at full-speed 30fps
4. 2.5-inch LCD monitor; Pixel Track Shake Reduction (SR) ensures sharp images in any lighting condition
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

The Pentax Optio W80's waterproof design withstands depths of up to 16 feet (5 meters) to protect from rain and spills, as well asallowing full underwater photos and video for up to two hours. On dry land, the rugged,shockproof design protects against drops of up to 3.3 feet to protect the camera from hard useand occasional spills. Also featuring 12.1 megapixels, a 5x internal optical zoom (equivalentto 28-140mm), a slim one-inch body, and a wide angle 28mm lens, the Optio W80 offers anexpanded perspective that is ideal for landscape, group and more confined shots. With a Pentax-developed imaging engine and a high-performance Pentax zoom lens, the OptioW80 delivers brilliant, high-quality images with well-defined details. A Super Protect (SP)coating applied to the mineral crystal cover of the internal zoom lens helps repel water, grimeand finger marks.

Customer Review :

A very Handy Camera

Don't expect to get DSLR photos out of this camera. Read the manual and learn how to use your settings.
This camera does poorly in poor light and at high ISO's you get a lot of noise.

That said, this camera is a breeze to stick in your pocket. It is the second Optio I've owned. The first one was dropped while I was riding and got stepped on by a mule. The camera still worked but the LCD had been cracked. It is a tough camera that will take what you give it.

It does work under water!
Pros:
Small enough to carry in your pocket.
Takes great macros and super macros in good daylight.
Takes decent landscape shots.
The video quality is fair compared to other pocket cameras...but the sound is not that great. I don't find that an issue as I usually dub over my videos.
You can use this camera for hiking in the rain and have no fear of ruining it!

Cons:
In very cold weather the battery doesn't last long.
I carry a second one.
In poor light the photos are noisy and off color.

I would recommend this to anyone who can get around some of the issues this camera has. It is a perfect pocket camera for an active outdoor person who can get the best out of any pocket camera.

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A pleasant surprise

I bought this camera thinking I was getting a decent value for my money. I purchased it, based on reviews, thinking that I was making a sacrifice in picture quality, especially in low light settings. I am very pleased that this camera has a lot more versatility than I originally expected. If left on the default settings, yes, the pictures come out a bit noisy in low light, but if the ISO is dropped down and the camera is placed steadily to avoid blur during a longer exposure time, it does well. I prefer flash-free shots when I can get them, and I have even taken some shots that I really like, indoors and flash-free with this little camera. Another thing to keep in mind that I've noticed is sometimes a shot looks a lot noisier on the little built-in LCD screen than it will on the computer, so that isn't always a good judge! I have not printed any images yet, so I'm not sure how the quality will be there. There are also a lot of fun built-in editing tools, like image filters, red-eye removal, and some silly frames (my 5-year-old thinks these are hilarious). So even when I get a shot that is so-so, I find I can doctor it just a little using the built-in filters and end up with an image that I love.

Another thing folks mentioned was battery life, but I am getting more than a day of shooting (and that is with me experimenting, so I've been taking lots and lots of pictures), and using the camera for picture editing (another really cool feature). To me that's plenty of use on a battery, but I suppose it is a personal preference thing. I do have a back-up, which makes life easier, but I don't think it's absolutely necessary.

Sure, it is no SLR, but I think it performs great considering a)the cost, b)the compact design, and c)the fact the it is marketed as a weather resistant camera, not necessarily as a quality camera. This is by far the best point and shoot camera I've ever owned, and I think it will do a great job as our 'easy' camera when our SLR is inconvenient to use.

Overall: I feel that I got a great value with this camera! Among all the weather resistant cameras out there, I am very glad I chose this one.

PROS: Waterproof works great, Decent battery life, Lots of options to operate manually makes it possible to get decent image quality, Literally fits in my pocket, My daughter can use it and I don't worry about it breaking, Built-in editing, etc...

CONS: Lots of menus to go through to get the settings that work...must practice with it before going out to take serious pictures

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Great All-Around All-Condition Camera

This camera has been a great purchase for me. As a swimmer, I spend a lot of time around water (pools, lakes, rivers, etc.) and having a camera that I can take in the water with me is a huge positive. It is easy to use, very portable, and takes great pictures. I would recommend this camera to anyone.

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SKIP IT OR BE DISAPPOINTED

I got this after doing a ton of research on it through youtube and watching reviews. I took a few outside pics on a bright sunny day which came out beautiful (after taking about 10, 4 came out really nice). Pictures are extremely grainy. I called Pentax and they told me to change the ISO setting for low light which still did not help. I was originally going to Get the Stylus Tough waterproof camera but I heard this was better and apparently that one isn't too great either.
Pictures are grainy no matter what setting. Not easy to use since you constantly have to fiddle around with settings and my old camera I got 3 years ago was much better and easier to use. If you want a waterproof digital camera for outdoor use, get the Kodak Play sport instead. I got that after getting this one and I absolutely love it. Shoots real HD, takes great pics (but has no flash for low light) and I absolutely love it. I ended up selling this one on craigslist for $100

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awesome camera

The camera takes great pictures as long as you have it on the right settings. The battery lasts for a long time which is a major plus for trips. I spent a week in Panama and only charged it once toward the end of the week. The internal zoom works great. The only problem I've had is that sometimes after it's been on for a while it freezes up so i have to pop out the battery to turn it off and on again.

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1. 10.0-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 13 x 19-inch prints
2. Waterproof performance allows underwater photography up to five feet
3. 5x optical zoom; Intelligent Zoom function extends the zoom range up to approximately 28.5x
4. Widescreen HD movie recording at 30fps
5. Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Editorial Review :

The water and dustproof Optio WS80 is a perfect choice for families, travel, and outdoor activities. Featuring a 10 megapixel CCD and a 5X internal optical zoom housed in a slim, palm-sized body that is less than an inch thick, the Optio WS80 has a large 2.7 inch LCD with 230,000 dot resolution for easy composition. Capture images up to five feet underwater or shoot HD video up to 720p at a full-speed 30 frames per second. Available in bold, fun colors, the WS80 features Fast Face Detection, Smile Capture, Shake Reduction, and an Auto Picture for more beautiful images in any setting.

Customer Review :

Nice compact camera

I really like it. It's quite small and light. Picture quality is is normal inside the building but really nice outside. I can't compare it with Canon or Sony (high quality, but heavy and expensive cameras).... But if you're looking for small, slim, 10 MP camera for less than 200$ (it's really waterproof)... I can't suggest anything else.

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Question.

I have a question about the camera... I am considering buying it.
Does the camera support the video Windows Media Files? I make videos and it's important for the camera to match the files of Windows, which is .AVI. Thanks!

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Amazing value

Amazing value. Family currently uses four other cameras, three Kodaks (one a point and shoot) and a Canon. Bought this as a take along for outdoor activities, have no complaints about portability, durability or picture quality. Nearest comparable camera was over twice the price.

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Pretty sweet!

i got this camera a couple of months ago and i love it! the only issue i have with it it that it can only go 5 feet underwater which is pretty wimpy!
i love all of the different settings programed on the camera. also the video recourding lasts only about 7-10 seconds. i would recommend this camera to someone looking to take pictures just in a swimming pool, not to a diver who would like to take deep underwater pictures.

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Great Camera!

This camera is truely amazing. For the price it is great! We went on a 7 day cruise and I took it snorkling for hours everyday. It took amazing pictures, was waterproof as stated and it is so small and portable. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone!

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1. 10.0 megapixel CCD
2. 3x (31.5?94.5mm equivalent) optical lens
3. 2.7" LCD display
4. Textured, rubberized surface.
5. Auto picture mode analyzes the scene & tailors the shooting mode

Editorial Review :

PENTAX 17916 10.0 Megapixel Optio E90 Digital Camera (Wine Red)

Customer Review :

Great choice

I got this for my daughters graduation gift. She wanted a $300 touch screen camera but it wasn't in the budget. She loves this one. The low light performance is good and it is great for the "extended arm self portrait." She took it on her senior trip (yes, I gave it to her early) and she took over 1000 photo's with it with better than average results. She also really likes the panoramic mode. Overall it's a good choice for a casual camera.

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So far so good..

I bought this camera because it was inexpensive but still had most of the features I was looking for in a camera. It uses 2 AA batteries, but they do last quite a while. Overall, the camera is great. It takes great pictures and has a lot of options for settings. My favorite is a panoramic feature which I have had a little difficulty with but haven't read about it. It also comes with a CD which has great photoshopping features. The only problem I have noticed so far is the video capture. It does not take a good video by any means, the voice is okay but when playing videos back, it's extremely delayed and broken. So if you are looking for a camera for mostly video purposes, this camera isn't for you! Other than that, it's totally worth the price!

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1. 10.0 megapixel CCD
2. 3x (31.5?94.5mm equivalent) optical lens
3. 2.7" LCD display
4. Textured, rubberized surface.
5. Auto picture mode analyzes the scene & tailors the shooting mode

Editorial Review :

PENTAX 17911 10.0 Megapixel Optio E90 Digital Camera (Black)

Customer Review :

Pentax e90 camera

Positives:
Very well built and can handle heavy use. Controls are well placed and the LCD display of the options are logical and easy to follow. Battery life is good and since it uses AA batteries, you do not depend on proprietary battery. Takes good pictures and the color reproduction is very good. Bundled with the camera is Arcsoft Media Impression 2.0 which is very good value for the money. While it is not thin, it would fit into the shirt pocket and hence is ideal while traveling or hiking.

Negatives:
The pictures are not very sharp even with 10MP resolution, even though you can get good 8x11 enlargements. Pentax is known for its excellent lenses and I wish the lens is of better quality even if the cost is marginally higher. Whenever the camera is on, the lens is open. When you want to just review the pictures, I wish you had an option not to open the lens as it would protect lens. The main user manual is in the bundled CD. I wish it is available to download from Pentax website. Some kind of cover over the LCD display is desirable since it would protect the LCD. In a bright outdoor the LCD display is difficult to see. A shade or something like it would help. A direct viewfinder is missing. It would help to frame picture in bright lights and also keep the camera steady in picture taking. Manufacturers such as Canon provide viewfinder for this purpose.

Overall:
I would highly recommend as an entry level camera where excellent sharpness is not an issue as it is a very good value for the money.

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1. Pentax Optio W90 12.1 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD - Black (Includes manufacturer's supplied accessories)
2. 16 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Secure Digital USB Card Reader - Universal Memory Card Wallet
3. D-LI88 Rechargeable Lithium ion Replacement Battery - Lens Care & Cleaning Kit
4. Well Paaded Digital Camera Carrying Case W/Pockets & Strap - Package of LCD Screen Protectors
5. Flexible Legged Mini Table Tripod - BONUS!! Floating Foam Camera Strap - Free 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice)

Editorial Review :

Adventure photography doesn't get any better than this. The rugged Optio W90 offers photographic performance, innovative features and style that surpass other outdoor compact digital cameras now available on the market. * Waterproof to 20 feet for reliable underwater photography * Shockproof to 4 feet withstanding the rigors of extreme use * Coldproof to sub-freezing temperatures for use in wintery, snowy activities * 12.1 megapixel sensor and wide angle 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent) * Digital Microscope mode with LED lens lighting perfectly captures the smallest and closest macro subjects as near as 1cm from the camera * Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card connectivity for built-in Wi-Fi capability to transfer photos and videos from the camera to a computer or an online sharing site such as Picasaweb, Flickr, Facebook and YouTube. (Eye-fi cards sold separately.) * Large 2.7-inch LCD with 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio that is easy to view in strong light or underwater * Capture movies in widescreen 720p HD video at 30 frames per second An HDMI port plays back beautiful high-resolution imges and video on HDTVs * Advanced Pixel Track Shake Reduction captures blur-free images in any lighting Fast Face Detection, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, and processing modes specifically designed for portraiture, and new Pet Recognition captures up to 3 pre-programmed pet faces in memory * Infrared remote control compatibility with new waterproof Remote Control WP, as well as other Pentax infrared remotes * Autofocus assist lamp helps to quickly and accurately focus, even in challenging lighting.
++PLUS++ 16GB Deluxe Accessory Kit: 16 Gigabyte SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card - Secure Digital USB Card Reader - Memory Card Wallet - D-LI88 Rechargeable Replacement Battery - Well Padded Camera Case w/Pockets & Strap - Lens Care & Cleaning Kit - LCD Screen Protectors - Flexible Mini Tripod - BONUS!! Floating Foam Camera Strap - FREE 25 Quality Prints.

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