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Pentax Optio A30

Pentax Optio A30
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alaScore 86

183 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 183 reviews of Pentax Optio A30. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the screen and performance. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are negative about the optics and memory. Views about the glare and low light performance are mixed.

usability, portability, image quality, performance, screen

viewfinder, reliability, flash, memory, optics

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio A30 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax Optio A30

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 33 user reviews of Pentax Optio A30 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the shutter and price. The performance and portability are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some mixed views about the durability. Some have doubts about the viewfinder and screen.

usability, portability, performance, price, shutter

screen, viewfinder

70% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio A30

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 user reviews of Pentax Optio A30 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and usability. The image quality and size also get good opinions. There are some mixed reviews about the price. Some have doubts about the flash and optics.

portability, size, image quality, usability, design

reliability, optics, flash

83% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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

Pentax Optio A30

 

Continue on to Features & Controls Optio A30 Specifications Type: Ultra-Compact Digital Camera Sensor: Type - 1/1.8" Interline Transfer CCD w/ primary color filter; Effective pixels - 10MP; Total pixels - 10.37MP; Recorded resolutions - Still: 10M...

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : digitalcameraroundup.com (digitalcameraroundup.com)

Elegant 10 megapixel ultra-compact impresses with useful technology improvements

 

Only a short while ago, the mere thought of an affordable 10 megapixel camera was inconceivable, and certainly not one as compact, sleek, and easy-to-use as the Pentax Optio A30. Sure, there are a few quirks in the menus, but regular users of this...

Elegant, handy 10-megapixel camera, High quality "Intelligent" zoom, Logically laid out and very simple to use, Bright, high-res, wide viewing angle 2.5-inch LCD, Manual modes available, Effective shake reduction modes, Helpful "Green Mode" button

Some menus and functions are buried or not marked, No optical zoom in movie mode, Mediocre battery life, Confusing use of shake reduction modes, Confusing implementation of "Green Mode" button

Nov, 2011
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Expert review by : Emily Raymond (reviewed.com)

Pentax Optio A30 Digital Camera Review

 

The 10-megapixel Pentax Optio A30 is one of the latest slim digital cameras to offer poster-print-worthy resolution. The A30 offers manual and automatic controls in a 0.9-inch thick flat body and retails for $349, but can now be found for about $100 less

The problem is that despite the neat features and decent components, the pictures just don't turn out the way they should. Inaccurate colors, limited dynamic range, and horrible videos make the $349 price tag much too high. There are better cameras out...

Sep, 2007
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Expert review by : Emily Raymond (washingtonpost.com)

Pentax Optio A30

 

The 10-megapixel Pentax Optio A30 is one of the latest slim digital cameras to offer poster-print-worthy resolution. The A30 offers manual and automatic controls in a 0.9-inch thick flat body and retails for $349, but can now be found for about $100 less

We scientifically test each camera we review for performance and image quality. After testing the A30's resolution in our imaging lab, we found it's an average performer for a 10-megapixel camera. The Canon PowerShot A640 markets the same resolution...

Sep, 2007
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Expert review by : Digital Camera Review (digitalcamerareview.com)

Pentax Optio A30 Digital Camera Full Review

 

When Pentax introduced the Optio A20 in August 2006, they called it the “flagship of the Optio digital camera line”. Don't look now, mates, but the admiral has just transferred his flag.

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : Conrad H. Blickenstorfer (digicamera.com)

Digital Camera Magazine: Camera review: Pentax Optio A30

 

The Optio A30 is the latest model in Pentax's A-Series of high resolution ultra-compact digital cameras. You now get 10.0 effective megapixel in a camera that also boasts a number of technological improvements. Pentax highlights the wide dynamic range...

Some menus and functions are buried or not marked, No optical zoom in movie mode, Mediocre battery life, Confusing use of shake reduction modes, Confusing implementation of "Green Mode" button

Only a short while ago, the mere thought of an affordable 10 megapixel camera was inconceivable, and certainly not one as compact, sleek, and easy-to-use as the Pentax Optio A30. Sure, there are a few quirks in the menus, but regular users of this...

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Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Pentax Optio A30

 

Is this the camera that can put Pentax back at the top?

The Optio A30 is Pentax's best ultra-compact camera to date, combining stylish design, excellent build quality, easy handling and much improved performance, with outstanding picture quality and a comprehensive set of features including many unusual and...

Jun, 2007
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Expert review by (expertreviews.co.uk)

Pentax Optio A30 review

 

The A30 is one of the cheaper cameras in this group, but you wouldn't guess it.

Excellent all-rounder at a remarkable price.

Nov, 2007
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Expert review by : Rich Trenholm (cnet.com.au)

Pentax Optio A30

 

The 10-megapixel Pentax Optio A30 offers decent picture quality, optical image stabilisation and manual options in a deceptively modest package.

Optical image stabilisation ; Decent picture quality ; Lots of manual options for a compact camera

Plasticky buttons ; Weak video

The A30 may have an average-sized screen and zoom, but it trumps the comparable models on image quality and is substantially cheaper than 10-megapixel cameras with extra features, such as the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3, which offers 10x zoom and a 76mm...

Sep, 2007
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Expert review by (stuff.tv)

Pentax A30 review

 

This Pentax packs the lot: compact design, 10MP resolution, and the dynamic double act of Shake Reduction and Face Priority. But can it live up to the competition?

Another compact crams in too many megapixels. But if you never look at pictures at pixel-level you’ll be dead pleased with this Pentax

Jul, 2007
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