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Pentax Optio 330GS Digital Camera (Pentax-18102)

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Performance
Overall rating77
Image quality: To gauge picture quality, we take a series of shots, with and without flash, at 640 by 480 resolution and at the camera's highest resolution. We photograph a complex still life and a mannequin to see how well each camera captures details and subtle colorings such as skin tones. A panel of judges reviews the on-screen and printed photos and assigns image-quality scores; we then average those scores.Fair
Ease of useGood
FeaturesGood
Maximum effective pixels3.2 megapixels at 2048 by 1536
Bundled media16MB CompactFlash
Focal range (35mm equivalent)38mm to 114mm
Aperture rangef2.6 to f9.0
Shutter speed range (seconds)4 seconds to 1/1500 second
ViewfindersOptical viewfinder, 1.6-inch LCD
Video/audio recordingYes/No
Semiautomatic/manual modesSeven scene modes, manual focus
Optional lensesNone
File formats supportedJPEG
Image output connectorsUSB, video
SoftwareACDSee
Battery scoreOutstanding
Battery life631 shots, 221 minutes
Battery typeOne 3V disposable lithium ion or two AA
Dimensions and weight4.0 by 2.5 by 1.5 inches; 8.1 ounces
Support policy scoreFair
Support policiesOne-year parts and labor warranty, 9-hour weekday toll-free tech support
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User Reviews for Pentax Optio 330GS Digital Camera (Pentax-18102)

  • Reviewed by: SFC

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Fits in my pants pocket: makes great pictures: simple to use have had no mechanical problems, downloading pictures is easy

    Weaknesses: eats up AA battries

    Overall Evaluation: I use the camera to record training excercises plus to take everyday pictures. I have a very good SLR camera that is seldom used. I installed a 128MB card and have never filled it up before downloading. The camera is tough as it went to Iraq with me and both of us survived. Other soldiers used other brands and were constantly trying to learn how to use their camera. I remember to carry several AA battries and enjoy turning out very fine picures.

  • Reviewed by: rickg

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Very easy to operate right out of the box. Many features that can be adjusted.

    Weaknesses: No camera bag. Power cord sold separately.

    Overall Evaluation: I was taking pictures within 30 minutes of opening the box. The features are pretty straight-forward and logical. There are several features that I haven't read how to use, but I wanted a point and shoot camera with a decent number of pixels. This seems to fit the requirement.

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