Pentax Optio 550 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax Optio 550 is a 5MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with 320x240 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Pentax Optio 550 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Pentax Optio 550
Key Features — Pentax Optio 550
5MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 2560x1920 pixels, suitable for everyday photography and standard-size prints.
Dual Framing Options: Both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD and an optical viewfinder are available for composing shots in varied lighting conditions.
Contrast Detection Autofocus: Provides reliable focus for stationary and slow-moving subjects in typical shooting situations.
Burst Mode Support: Allows the camera to capture a sequence of frames in quick succession, useful for moving subjects.
ISO 64–400 Range: Covers standard daylight and moderately low-light scenarios with a base ISO of 64 for clean images in bright conditions.
SD Card Storage: Uses widely available SD media, making it easy to find compatible cards and transfer files.
Camera Specifications — Pentax Optio 550
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 5MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2560x1920 |
| Max Video Resolution | 320x240 |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 1.5 inch TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Storage Media | SD |
Description — Pentax Optio 550
The Pentax Optio 550 is a point-and-shoot compact camera centered on a 5MP sensor in a 1/1.8-inch format, producing still images at up to 2560x1920 pixels. Its contrast detection autofocus system handles focusing duties, while burst mode lets you capture sequences when the moment demands it. For framing, you get a choice between the 1.5-inch TFT LCD screen and a traditional optical viewfinder.
The ISO sensitivity range spans 64 to 400, suited to well-lit and moderately lit environments. Video capture tops out at 320x240 pixels. Connectivity comes via USB, with SD cards handling storage.
The camera weighs just 230g and measures 101 x 58 x 42 mm, making it easy to carry anywhere. It is powered by a Lithium-ion D-LI7 battery and has no weather sealing or image stabilization of any kind.
Pros — Pentax Optio 550
- ✓5MP sensor with 1/1.8-inch format delivers a maximum resolution of 2560x1920 pixels
- ✓Burst mode support allows capture of sequential shots for moving subjects
- ✓Dual framing options with both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD and an optical viewfinder
Cons — Pentax Optio 550
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — inBodyIS, digitalIS, and optical IS are all absent
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting performance in lower light conditions
- ✗Video recording maxes out at 320x240 pixels, well below modern standards
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