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Pentax Optio M50

Pentax Optio M50
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alaScore 84

163 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 163 reviews of Pentax Optio M50. 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. Comments about the size and price are overall positive. The performance and portability are also mentioned favorably. The exposure and low light performance get less positive opinions, and there are some mixed comments about the image stabilizer.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio M50 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax Optio M50

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 user reviews of Pentax Optio M50 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 are impressed by the flash and zoom. The reliability and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the exposure.

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73% 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 M50

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 92 user reviews of Pentax Optio M50 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the size and zoom. The performance and portability also get good comments, whereas many are less positive about the battery and memory.

usability, portability, performance, zoom, size

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79% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Brian K. Neal (pcmag.com)

Pentax Optio M50

 

Combine better-than-average performance, a host of features, and a great price, and the Pentax Optio M50 is guaranteed to turn more than a few heads.

Very compact. Fast performance. Face detection works well. Simple, easy-to-navigate interface.

Light on manual features. Smile capture works less than half the time. Flash images are inconsistent.

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Jul, 2008
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Expert review by : Steve's Digicams (steves-digicams.com)

Pentax Optio M50

 

Physical Views The Optio M50 compared in size to a standard CD. Continue on to Features & Controls Optio M50 Specifications Type: Ultra-compact digital camera Sensor: Type - 1/2.35" interline transfer CCD w/primary color filter; Effective pixels - 8.0...

Jun, 2008
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Expert review by : jonathanb (dcamerareview.com)

Pentax Optio M50

 

The Pentax Optio M50 (announced 23 January 2008) is an 8 megapixel point and shoot digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 5x optical zoom lens (36mm - 180mm equivalent). The Optio M50 features face recognition technology (exposure … Continue...

The Optio M50 features face recognition technology (exposure and focus based), 'auto picture' mode which picks the best shooting mode for you, digital shake reduction and a variety of other shooting modes.

Mar, 2008
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Expert review by (goodgearguide.com.au)

Pentax Optio M50

 
Jun, 2008
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Expert review by : Jamie Harrison (trustedreviews.com)

Pentax Optio M50

 

With a 5x zoom and a collection of the latest must have technology, the Pentax M50 is designed for easy shooting at a reasonable price.

As an entry level camera, the Pentax M50 puts in a remarkably good performance that matches that of more expensive cameras. In particular the high ISO performance is impressive. While the camera may not match the style of some lifestyle cameras it...

Jul, 2008
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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Pentax - Optio M50

 

Have you noticed how current compact digital cameras are regarded just as much as style accessories as photo capturing machines? The Optio M50 is a classic example as it comes in six chic and fetching colours ...

Lightweight, compact and stylish with a host of new features that will appeal to those who like to simplify their photography, while still maintaining a range of functions, the Optio M50 is bound to find a keen fan base.

May, 2008
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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Pentax Optio M50

 

The Pentax Optio M50 is an 8 megapixel point and shoot digital camera with a 5x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The M50 features face recognition technology (exposure and focus based), 'auto picture' mode which picks the best shooting mode...

The M50 features face recognition technology (exposure and focus based), 'auto picture' mode which picks the best shooting mode for you, digital shake reduction and a variety of other shooting modes

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Great compact digital camera, great pictures, few drawbacks

 

I have been using Pentax Optio digital cameras for the last 5 years, in fact my first purchase was the original 3.1 MP Optio S, which was lauded for it's extremely compact design (the smallest 3.0 + MP digital camera on the market at the ...

Good picture quality, 5x optical zoom, style, battery life, durability

Color fidelity in low light, no image stabilization, limited flash distance

Dec, 2008
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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

A good little camera for the money

 

I bought this camera to carry in my purse instead of carrying around a camera bag all the time. This is great for work. I can pull it out when I want to capture a shot of something going on at the office or if I see something interesting on the way to...

"Bright LCD","Easy to Keep Clean","Easy Setup","Comfortable Controls","Great Picture Quality","Strong Construction"

"At this time none"

Oct, 2008
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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

Great camera for the price

 

You have to buy card befoe you can use it, but other than that the camera has an easy start and nice and compact.

"Fast Shutter Speed","Good sized screen","Nice Features and Settings","Rugged","Excellent in Low Light","Great Resolution","Easy to Use","Good Battery Life"

"Not the correct size"

Sep, 2008
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