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Pentax Optio M30

Pentax Optio M30

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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.
  • 2 out of 5
"Poor quality images"
  • 2 out of 5
"Stopped Working After 14 Months"
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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: 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
Q: where can i buy a charger?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How do I get it to work with windows 98?
10 points for best answer - 2 replies

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  • 3.83 out of 5

Average rating based on 29 total reviews: 3.83/5

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  • 2 out of 5
Poor quality images (James & Laurie - 7/22/08)

Our old camera is a 3.2 MP Nikon that still takes crisper, cleaner pictures than this 7.1 MP Pentax. Even outside in bright sunlight the... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Stopped Working After 14 Months (Curtis Hume - 5/30/08)

The camera stopped working after 14 months - wouldn't power on. I sent it in to Pentax for repairs. Of course the 12 month had... read more

  • 5 out of 5
SUPER USER-FRIENDLY!!! (archiebal arizo - 8/26/07)

I am not really that techy but this cam is absolutely amazing-portable, durable, sophisticated and user-friendly. The zoom botton is perfect unlike other brands. Has... read more

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