Note: this camera was first sold in
Jan 2007.
There may be newer versions available.
Pentax Optio M30
HQ Grade: C
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 3 out of 5
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This camera is ranked
- 134th of 175 in Ultra Compact (#1 is Canon SD1200 IS)
- 32nd of 52 in 7 Megapixel (#1 is Canon SD1000)
- 16th of 29 in Pentax (#1 is Pentax K-7)
- 79th of 107 in $200 - $300 (#1 is Canon SD780 IS)
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Editors' Comments
The super small Pentax Optio M30 is only 18mm thick, with a sleek aluminum body that is a pleasure to handle. The M30 features an 'auto-picture' mode that tries to automatically ascertain the right camera settings for whatever environment you are in, allowing the photographer to not worry about a myriad of confusing adjustments. It also has face-recognition... read more
Specifications
- 7.1 megapixels
- Movie mode with sound
- JPEG file format
- 3x optical zoom / 4x digital zoom
- Autofocus and exposure
- ISO 64-3200
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Answered Questions for the M30
- Q: Can this camera be used as a webcam? Please Help!
- A: I don't know if there's any particular reason you need to use your digital camera as a web-cam, but you... read more
- Q: What program should I download so the USB connection will work with my camera and computer.
- A: Win XP should auto detect any USB device, so assuming you have an older Windows version, there are some free... read more
- Q: Whistle & Beeps
- A: That usually means the battery isn't charged. read more
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Open Questions for the M30
- Q: how do i put a date/time stamp on my pics with pentax optio m30 please. tx
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: i like the camara, but the video or movie time is only 2 minutes? i don't know what i pressed that made it like this, helpp!
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have made some short videos onmy pentax M30- and whenI download them onto my computer- I cant open them in any editing programs? Any ideas?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Store Ratings and Offer Details for the Pentax M30
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$246.49 |
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$199.99 |
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$259.99 |
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