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4 out of 5

"Good camera"

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Q: my camera (pentax optio s4) the lcd display is very dark any suggestions: A: Well if it is not a brightness setting inside the camera that is set low for the LCD which I... read more
Q: I have a pentax optio 330GS and it won't auto focus. Any tips, or is it time to get a new one??? Please advise before I spend the money.: A: Any chance you've locked the camera in manual focus mode? The button on the back that toggles between self timer... read more

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Editors' Comments

The Pentax Optio S4 offers a compelling combination of ultra compact styling and 4-megapixel resolution. Like its predecessor, the popular Pentax Optio S, the Optio S4 is small enough to fit inside an Altoids tin -- which is exactly what many owners use as a camera case. Despite its small size, the Optio S4 offers 4-megapixel resolution and a 3x optical... read more

Specifications

4.0 megapixels (effective)
3x optical zoom/4x digital zoom
auto and manual focus
program exposure only
JPEG file format
ISO range 50-200

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3.78 out of 5

Average rating based on 142 total reviews: 3.78/5

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- 4.5 out of 5
Amazon: 38 User Reviews
- 3.15 out of 5
CNET: 51 User Reviews
- 3.2 out of 5
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- 4.5 out of 5
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5 out of 5

AMAZING. (shannon - 3/31/08)

THIS CAMERAS AWESOME. its lasted for a year now, and I feel no need to ever buy a new one. WORTH YOUR MONEY.read more

4 out of 5

Good camera (ClaireIsabelle - 11/13/07)

great camera. It's been 3 -4 yearrs since I've had it and still don't feel the need to change it. I tried a camera last... read more

3 out of 5

Not so good after all (Charles - 12/6/06)

I'm really desappointed by that camera; it has a good advantage: it is small, it can fit in your pocket and you can take it... read more

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Professional Reviews

4.8 out of 5

The Pentax Optio S4 is packed with extraordinary features (Steve's Digicams - 11/5/03)

Fast autofocus, minimal shutter lag, and great images make the tiny Pentax Optio S4 a winner. Though its shot-to-shot time is slower than other cameras, the Optio S4 is still a great choice for anyone looking for an ultra compact camera with resolution enough to create prints larger than 8x10 inches. read original review

4.9 out of 5

The Optio S4 is amazingly full-featured for a subcompact model, delivering good color and tone in an incredibly tiny package (Imaging Resource - 11/5/03)

This professional reviewer is a great fan of the Pentax Optio S4, which is small enough to take anywhere, yet still turns out great pictures. While its image quality lags behind full-size cameras, most users will never be able to notice the difference. read original review

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