Pentax Optio A40 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax Optio A40 is a 12MP 1/1.7 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Pentax Optio A40 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Pentax Optio A40
Key Features — Pentax Optio A40
12MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor: Captures images at up to 4000x3000 pixels, a relatively large sensor size for a compact camera of this class.
ISO 64–3200 Range: Covers a wide sensitivity range, from clean base exposures in bright light to usable shots in dimmer conditions.
2.5-Inch TFT LCD: 232,000-dot display makes it easy to compose shots and review images without a separate viewfinder.
Genuinely Pocketable Body: At 150g and 89 x 57 x 23.5 mm, the A40 fits comfortably in a shirt or jacket pocket for everyday carry.
Built-In Flash: Onboard flash provides a basic fill or low-light option without requiring any external accessories.
SD and SDHC Support: Compatible with widely available SD and SDHC cards, making storage easy to source and replace.
Camera Specifications — Pentax Optio A40
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.7 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 3200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4000x3000 |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 2.5 inch TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 232,000 dots |
| Storage Media | SD, SDHC |
Description — Pentax Optio A40
The Pentax Optio A40 is a compact point-and-shoot camera centered on a 1/1.7-inch, 12MP sensor capable of capturing stills at up to 4000x3000 pixels. Its ISO range of 64–3200 provides meaningful flexibility for shooting in a range of lighting environments. The camera's 2.5-inch TFT LCD display with 232,000 dots of resolution serves as both the primary viewfinder and review screen, since no optical or electronic viewfinder is present.
Autofocus operates via contrast detection. Storage is handled by SD and SDHC cards, and the camera connects externally via USB. A built-in flash is on hand for darker scenes.
Weighing just 150g and measuring 89 x 57 x 23.5 mm, the Optio A40 is a genuinely slim and lightweight camera. It should be noted that there is no image stabilization of any kind and no weather sealing, and video is capped at 480p resolution. Wireless connectivity such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is absent, making this a straightforward, wired-only compact.
Pros — Pentax Optio A40
- ✓12MP sensor with 1/1.7-inch size delivers a maximum image resolution of 4000x3000 pixels
- ✓Wide ISO range of 64–3200 provides flexibility across varied lighting conditions
- ✓Compact body at just 150g and 89 x 57 x 23.5 mm makes it genuinely portable
Cons — Pentax Optio A40
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind (neither in-body nor digital) per specifications
- ✗Video capture limited to 480p maximum resolution
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless image transfer
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