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Pentax Optio M20

Pentax Optio M20
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alaScore 80

135 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 135 reviews of Pentax Optio M20. 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. Views about the performance and portability are on the whole positive. The screen and price are also mentioned favorably. Opinions about the image quality and battery are mixed, while the lens and durability get negative reviews.

usability, price, screen, portability, performance

viewfinder, durability, lens

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio M20 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax Optio M20

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 user reviews of Pentax Optio M20 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the image quality and price. The usability and portability are also mentioned favorably. There are mixed opinions on the durability and screen, and many are critical about the battery.

performance, portability, usability, price, image quality

battery

62% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio M20

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 user reviews of Pentax Optio M20 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and price. The portability and color are also mentioned favorably. Some have doubts about the low light performance and reliability.

usability, color, portability, price, size

image quality, durability, screen, reliability, low-light

82% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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

Pentax Optio M20

 

Continue on to Features & Controls Optio M20 Specifications Camera Type: Compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens, autofocus, auto exposure and auto flash Effective Pixels: 7.0 megapixels Image Capture Device: Type - 1/2.5 inch...

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

Pentax Optio M20

 

Selling below $200, the Optio M20 aims to be an affordably priced digital camera that still provides a little more than the basics. The Pentax Optio M20 has 7 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom lens, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen. It also has a compelling movie...

Feb, 2007
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Expert review by : James Murray (reviewed.com)

Pentax Optio M20

 

A review of the Pentax Optio M20

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Dec, 2006
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Expert review by : Mark Peters (photokina-show.com)

Pentax Optio M20

 

Pentax launches the Pentax Optio M20, a compact digital camera boasting extended battery life. The Pentax M20 is a well-balanced compact digital camera family with a wide range of basic features. In addition offering extended battery life from only 2...

Aug, 2006
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Expert review by : Shayne Rana (tech.firstpost.com)

Pentax Optio M20

 

A great example of a budget camera that gives you superb performance.

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Pentax Optio M20

 

Simple design and style ; Ease of use

Sharpness of photos ; Colours

As far as I am aware the Pentax Optio M20 is the cheapest seven megapixel digital camera made by a leading brand. It is easy to use and very straightforward. I also like the simple design and style that make it small enough to slip into a pocket.

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Pentax Optio M20

 

The Pentax Optio M20 is a brand new 7.0 megapixel point and shoot digital camera from Pentax. It features 3x Optical Zoom lens, anti shake technology, battery life of up to 700 shots from two AA batteries, 21.9MB internal memory, soft flash function,...

It features 3x Optical Zoom lens, anti shake technology, battery life of up to 700 shots from two AA batteries, 21.9MB internal memory, soft flash function, PictBridge, macro shooting at up to 5cm, face recognition auto exposure and auto focus, SD...

Aug, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Good Camera...I LOVE IT!

 

I've had this camera for a little over three months now, and as I stated above, take it with me everywhere I go. I bought a small protective case for it, which was less than 5 dollars. I believe it has been made very well. None of my buttons have...

It is small enough to fit in a small purse, and therefore makes it extremely easy to take everywhere. The menus are easy to use, and I really like the fact that I have the ability to edit photos right on the camera. Good battery life

I haven't found any yet. =)

Dec, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Good pictures, poor build quality

 

A good camera, but the missing button problem is troubling. Also, the manufacturer typically does NOT accept returns.

Excellent quality pictures, easy to use, large LCD, relatively good battery life

After 40 days, the main button fell off. The camera is now unusable

Nov, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

A lot in a small econo package

 

Folks should probably think about getting minimum 50x SD flash cards for this, and better yet, 150x if you plan to shoot both video clips and 7 MPix shots. Under outdoor use, the 2 AA batteries last for a long time. But start using the flash, and as...

Low price, small size and fast boot up time are all benefits of this great little camera. It can also take some great pictures both indoor and outdoor with excellent contrast and clarity. Fast shutter for such a cheap camera too. The image compression...

Would have given this 4 stars but camera takes too long to think and focus in auto mode, especially on indoor night shots. There is priority override if one presses and holds down the shutter button, but most of the time, the pic turns out blurry. The...

Nov, 2006
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