Pentax Optio W30 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax Optio W30 is a 7MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Pentax Optio W30
Key Features — Pentax Optio W30
Water-Resistant Body: Metal front and back covers provide water resistance, making the camera suitable for outdoor and wet-environment use.
7MP 1/2.5-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3072x2304 pixels, sufficient for standard prints and casual sharing.
ISO 64–3200 Range: Wide sensitivity range allows shooting in both bright outdoor light and dimmer indoor conditions.
Pocketable Metal Build: At 155g and 108 x 54 x 24mm, the camera is genuinely compact while the metal construction avoids a flimsy feel.
9-Point Contrast AF: Contrast detection autofocus with 9 selectable points covers standard point-and-shoot focusing needs.
Four Color Profiles: Standard, Vivid, Black & White, and Sepia modes let shooters apply a creative look directly in-camera.
Camera Specifications — Pentax Optio W30
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Adventure, Underwater |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 7MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 3200 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3072x2304 |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Pentax Optio W30
The Pentax Optio W30 is a compact point-and-shoot camera centered on a 7MP sensor with a 1/2.5-inch chip size. Its water-resistant body — clad in metal front and back covers — makes it well-suited for outdoor adventures and wet conditions. Weighing just 155g and measuring 108 x 54 x 24mm, it slides easily into a pocket.
The camera shoots stills up to 3072x2304 pixels and gives you four color profiles to work with: Standard, Vivid, Black & White, and Sepia. Autofocus uses contrast detection across 9 focus points. For video, you get up to 480p at 30fps in 8-bit depth.
The 2.5-inch fixed LCD at 115,000 dots handles all composition and playback duties. ISO flexibility runs from 64 to 3200, and the D-LI8 Lithium-Ion battery delivers over 200 shots per charge. Storage options include SD, SDHC, and internal memory, with USB connectivity for transferring files.
Pros — Pentax Optio W30
- ✓Water-resistant body with metal front and back covers offers durability for outdoor and wet-environment use
- ✓ISO range of 64–3200 provides flexibility across a broad range of lighting conditions
- ✓Lightweight at 155g with compact 108 x 54 x 24mm dimensions for easy portability
Cons — Pentax Optio W30
- ✗Video maxes out at 480p resolution, which is very limited by modern standards
- ✗No optical image stabilization — digital IS only, which can reduce image quality
- ✗No viewfinder of any kind; composition relies entirely on the 115,000-dot LCD
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