Pentax Optio 555

173 reviews

May, 2024

Positive
portability (76)
performance (69)
size (58)
usability (54)
image quality (45)

Negative
price (19)
color (9)
storage (7)
shutter (6)
memory (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 173 reviews of Pentax Optio 555. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Views about the image quality and size are generally positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed views about the contrast and low light performance. Many are less positive about the memory and shutter.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio 555 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax Optio 555

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 user reviews of Pentax Optio 555 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the reliability and performance. The portability and size also get good feedback, whereas some have doubts about the usability.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio 555

alaTest has collected and analyzed 65 user reviews of Pentax Optio 555 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Views about the image quality and size are on the whole positive. The usability and portability are also appreciated. Comments are divided on the low light performance, while there are some less positive reviews about the memory and storage.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Alan Stafford (pcworld.com)

Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera Camera

Though it isn't the most attractive point-and-shoot digital camera, the Optio 555 has nearly every feature you might ask for in one. This midsize, 5-megapixel model has aperture-priority, shutter-priority, and manual modes, plus several scene modes....

However, the Optio 555 is a little slow in a couple areas. The lens's length may contribute to a zoom that feels lethargic. The camera must extend the lens fully on start-up, and it does so slowly. We also noticed that the camera had a little trouble...

Dec, 2003

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Expert review by : Alan Stafford (pcworld.com)

Pentax Optio 555

Photograph: Rick Rizner

Long battery life ; 5x zoom lens in compact body ; Great performance ; Impressive macro mode ; Unique 3-D, color-filter features ; Full manual controls

Images somewhat noisy ; Red-eye

Dec, 2003

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Expert review by : David D. Busch (cnet.com)

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Pentax Optio 555

Straightforward operation; nice feature set for amateurs and enthusiasts alike.

Fairly narrow wide-angle view; no RAW mode or external-flash connector.

This is a good 5-megapixel choice for amateurs and enthusiasts who want a compact, full-featured digital camera.

Dec, 2003

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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Pentax Optio 555

Go to Page Two Pentax Optio 555 Specifications Camera Type: Compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens, autofocus, auto exposure and auto flash Effective Pixels: 5.0 megapixels Image Capture Device Type: 1/1.8 inch interline transfer CCD...

Oct, 2003

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Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)

Digital Cameras - Pentax Optio 555 Camera Review, Information, Specifications

Boasting a 5.0-megapixel CCD, 5x optical zoom lens, exposure control ranging from fully automatic to fully manual, and a wide selection of creative modes and features, the Pentax Optio 555 offers a lot of the functionality of higher-end digicams in a...

Built into the Optio 555 is a 5x, 7.8-39mm SMC Pentax lens, the equivalent of a 37.5-187.5mm lens on a 35mm camera. Maximum aperture ranges from f/2.8 to f/4.6, depending on the zoom setting, and the setting can be automatically or manually controlled....

Dec, 2003

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Expert review by : Dc Resource (dcresource.com)

Expert Review

The PentaxOptio 555 ($550) is an updated version of the popular Optio550 (seeour review). Both cameras have a 5 Megapixel CCD, 5X opticalzoom lens, and compact body. The differences between the newcameras are few. The 555 adds PictBridge support,...

5X zoom in a compact body, Very good photo quality, Impressive battery life for a compact camera, Full manual controls, Live histogram in record mode, Super macro mode allows you to get as close as 2 cm to subject, Cool digital color filter effects,...

Images slightly noisy, some vignetting, Redeye, Cheap plastic door over battery/memory card compartments, Skimpy 16MB SD card included, Average performance

Nov, 2003

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Expert review by : What Digital Camera Magazine (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Review of the Pentax Optio 555 - Digital SLR Reviews

Offering five megapixels and a 5x zoom the Optio 555's specification looks one of the most complete of any compact digital camera...

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Good camera but there are a few cons

We've had our camera for a few years now. My parents bought one and I was impressed with the features so when it went on sale I purchased one myself. One of the pros are that it has 5x optical zoom. This is hard to find in most bargain priced cameras. ...

optical zoom size, battery life

blurry pictures, heavy, small preview screen

Dec, 2007

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great Camera

Made of metal, 5.25 megapixels, 5X optical zoom, automatic lens cover, compact camera, many features

Price may be a bit high since it is surprisingly an older model, small LCD

Jan, 2006

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Design issues vs warranty

I bought the 555 based on my previous good experiences with Pentax cameras and their SMC series SLR lenses, the camera's specs, manual functions, stated metal body, and, especially, the 5x optical zoom and 5 MP CCD. I like to take nature, close-up, ...

Great optics, lots of experienced user features. Diopter correction on view finder.

Batt/memory hatch easily broken. LCD too small to read text. Bottom, tripod mount not metal.

Apr, 2005

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