Pentax Optio 555 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax Optio 555 is a 5MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with 320x240 video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Pentax Optio 555
Key Features — Pentax Optio 555
5MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 2560x1920 pixels, a competitive resolution for a compact camera of its era.
Aluminum Alloy Body: Solid metal construction keeps the camera durable while remaining compact at 101 x 59 x 42 mm and 250g.
Dual Framing Options: Both a 1.5-inch TFT LCD and an optical real-image zoom viewfinder let you frame shots in bright outdoor conditions.
5-Point Contrast AF: Contrast detection autofocus with 5 selectable points helps lock focus accurately on your subject.
Ten In-Camera Color Profiles: Includes Standard, Black and White, Sepia, and seven color-toned modes for creative output straight from the camera.
ISO 64–400 Range: A base ISO of 64 allows clean images in good light, with sensitivity extending to 400 for dimmer conditions.
Camera Specifications — Pentax Optio 555
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 5MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 5 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2560x1920 |
| Burst Rate | 2 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 320x240 |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
Description — Pentax Optio 555
The Pentax Optio 555 is a compact point-and-shoot camera centered on a 5-megapixel, 1/1.8-inch sensor capable of capturing images at up to 2560x1920 pixels. Its aluminum alloy body measures 101 x 59 x 42 mm and weighs 250g, making it a genuinely pocketable camera with a solid feel. Framing options include a 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 113,000 dots of resolution and an optical real-image zoom viewfinder.
Autofocus is handled by a contrast detection system with 5 focus points. The camera's ISO range of 64–400 covers everyday shooting conditions, and the D-LI7 battery is rated for approximately 400 shots at 50% flash use. Ten color profiles — including Standard, Black and White, Sepia, Red, Pink, Violet, Blue, Green, Yellow, and Soft — allow for in-camera creative expression.
Burst shooting is supported at up to 2 frames per second. For connectivity, the camera offers USB output and uses SD cards for storage. Video recording is available at 320x240 resolution at 15fps in 8-bit color.
Pros — Pentax Optio 555
- ✓Aluminum alloy body provides durable construction at a compact 101 x 59 x 42 mm footprint
- ✓5-megapixel 1/1.8-inch sensor delivers a maximum resolution of 2560x1920 pixels
- ✓Ten color profile options including Standard, Black and White, Sepia, and multiple color-toned modes offer in-camera creative flexibility
Cons — Pentax Optio 555
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗ISO range tops out at 400, limiting performance in low-light situations
- ✗Video maxes out at 320x240 at 15fps, which is very limited even by contemporary standards
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