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Pentax Optio S6

Pentax Optio S6
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alaScore 85

194 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 194 reviews of Pentax Optio S6. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the price and design. The size and usability are also appreciated, whereas there are some mixed comments about the image quality. There are some negative comments about the focus and viewfinder.

portability, usability, size, design, price

performance, shutter, lens, viewfinder, focus

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio S6 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio S6

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 51 user reviews of Pentax Optio S6 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People really like the price and usability. The battery and size are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are critical about the lens and focus.

portability, size, battery, usability, price

image quality, performance, shutter, focus, lens

67% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Shams Tarek (cnet.com)

Pentax Optio S6 review: Pentax Optio S6

 

Pentax Optio S6

Compact and attractive design; well built; easy to use.

Photos suffer from some lens artifacts; slow; little to no manual exposure control.

The Pentax Optio S6 is a well-built, compact, and attractive camera that is a pleasure to use for snapshots but won't dazzle with its photo quality.

Dec, 2005
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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Pentax Optio S6

 

Continue on to Features & Controls Optio S6 Specifications Image Capture Device: Type - 1/2.5 inch interline transfer CCD with a primary color filter Total Pixels - 6.36 megapixels Color Depth - 12 bit x 3 colors Recorded Pixels - Still: 2816x2112...

Dec, 2005
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Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Pentax Optio S6

 

Pentax has updated its slim and stylish pocket camera once more, but does the Optio S6 bring enough new features to the table?

If you're looking for an ultra-compact camera that can deliver good quality pictures with a minimum of fuss, the Optio S6 should certainly be near the top of your list. It is well made, attractively designed, and is one of the smallest and lightest...

Feb, 2006
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Expert review by : tech.co.uk staff (techradar.com)

Pentax Optio S6 review

 

Pentax is gaining ground in the good-looking compact stakes

Looks good and acts fast

Grain and noise issues with enlargements

This cute and stylish compact gets many things right, and is certainly fun to hang out with

Jan, 2007
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Expert review by : Shams Tarek (cnet.com.au)

Pentax Optio S6

 

The Pentax Optio S6 is a well-built, compact and attractive camera that is a pleasure to use for snapshots but won't dazzle with its photo quality.

Compact and attractive design ; Well built ; Easy to use

Photos suffer from some lens artifacts ; Slow ; Little to no manual exposure control

NOTE: Products in this test are for comparative purposes only and are not necessarily available in the Australian market.

Mar, 2006
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Expert review by : Shams Tarek (cnet.com.au)

Pentax Optio S6 review: Pentax Optio S6

 

Pentax Optio S6

Compact and attractive design; well built; easy to use.

Photos suffer from some lens artifacts; slow; little to no manual exposure control.

The Pentax Optio S6 is a well-built, compact, and attractive camera that is a pleasure to use for snapshots but won't dazzle with its photo quality.

Dec, 2005
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Expert review by (tech.co.uk)

Pentax Optio S6

 

We've long been enamoured with the Canon's Ixus range, but the new Optios are equally attractive. Take the S6: from the front it takes the concept of a simple silver rectangular box with a lens totally to heart...

Looks good and acts fast

Grain and noise issues with enlargements

This cute and stylish compact gets many things right, and is certainly fun to hang out with

Jan, 2007
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Expert review by : Joshua (digicamreview.co.uk)

Pentax Optio S6

 

Longest 15x Optical Zoom in its class – Samsung Pro815 digital camera is designed for prosumer and advanced users, featuring top notch Schneider lens and a 2/3 inch 8 mega-pixel CCD to ensure excellent digital shooting results. Samsung Pro815 features...

Jan, 2006
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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Pentax Optio S6

 

Pentax Optio S6 Review. This is one of the most compact digital cameras you are likely to find. It scores well for ease of use.

Simple design ; Ease of use

Picture quality ; Shutter lag

Although the Pentax Optio S6 scores highly in a number of areas the critical area of picture quality lets this camera down. With a slow shutter response too this camera proves to be a disappointment.

Jan, 2006
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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Pentax Optio S6

 

The Pentax Optio S6 is a 6.0 megapixel (CCD) digital camera with a 3x Optical Zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD (232,000 pixels) and slim line design (just 19mm thin). It's a PictBridge compatible camera with high speed continuous shooting at 1.6 frames per...

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Sep, 2005
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