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Pentax Optio T30

Reviewed October 2007

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 7.1 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 9 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 7
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 10 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 7
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 10 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 9
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 9 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 9
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption —(with rechargeable batteries)
 7 Lens Quality
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 8
Total: 9 Total: 8

Positives

Negatives
  • Good image quality outdoors.
  • Excellent metering.
  • High resolution 3-inch touch screen.
  • Easy to master interface.
  • Solid and compact.
  • Compression too strong, even at the highest image quality.
  • Sensitive to noise as of 200 ISO.
  • Underpowered flash.

Approximate Retail Price: (October 2007)
Canada $ 280
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Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




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