Pentax Optio RS1000

84 reviews

Nov, 2024

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price (8)
image quality (4)
portability (3)
size (2)
screen (2)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 84 reviews of Pentax Optio RS1000. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People are impressed by the screen and performance. The portability and image quality also get good views, whereas many are critical about the 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 RS1000 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 86/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Mike Flacy (steves-digicams.com)

Pentax Optio RS1000 Preview

In addition to the announcements in their SLR line, Pentax also released details about the Optio RS1000 compact digital camera. Ideal for creative photographers, you have the ability to customize the faceplate of the RS1000 with the stock designs or...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Gavin Stoker (photographyblog.com)

Pentax Optio RS1000 Review

The Pentax Optio RS1000 is a well-specified entry-level compact camera with a clever twist - its front panel can be personalised with your own photographs or illustrations, potentially making every RS1000 unique. There is also a RS1000 website where...

If you're looking for an inexpensive yet stylish pocket camera for occasional snapping at parties and when out and about without your more 'professional' camera, then the Pentax Optio RS1000 steps forward as a capable and affordable option. If you want...

Dec, 2010

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Expert review by (consumersearch.com)

Pentax Optio RS1000

The Pentax Optio RS1000 is a "well-specified entry-level compact camera with a clever twist," says Gavin Stoker at PhotographyBlog.com. It comes with swappable faceplates that can be customized to suit each user. The camera ships with 11...

Customizable faceplate, good high-definition video quality, very simple to use, decent shooting performance

No optical zoom while recording, no HDMI port for HDTV playback, average image quality, flimsy battery door

Apr, 2011

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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Pentax Optio RS1000

A budget compact that you can change to match your socks.

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Hayley Paterek (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Pentax Optio RS1000

Pentax Optio RS100: Customise your compact to suit your shooting style

For a basic compact the Optio RS1000 performs well. With its customisation abilities, it'll appeal most to a younger generation of compact consumers

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by (itreviews.co.uk)

Pentax - Optio RS1000

As we noted recently with the Pentax Optio RZ10, it's becoming more and more difficult for manufacturers to devise unique selling points for models at the lower end of the compact digital camera market. With the ...

If you want a straightforward, inexpensive point 'n' shoot compact digital that you can endlessly personalise, and which still produces more than reasonable stills, HD movies and some fun after-effects, the Pentax Optio RS1000 fits the bill perfectly.

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Pentax Optio RS1000 review

John Riley takes a look at the customisable Pentax Optio RS1000.

Quality of results; Fun alternative skins; Well made; Compact; Value for money

Limited feature set

Dec, 2010

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Great Pictures, Minor Annoyances

Flash is embed on the front, and doesn't open or close which I like this in a point and shoot. Flash settings are very easy with a dedicated button. *No need to use the 10x digital zoom past the 4x optical. It is easier to frame a photo post...

I overpaid for this camera in a retail store on vacation when I wasn't happy with the picture quality that my wife's 2 Panasonic Lumix cameras were producing, but I am still very happy with the purchase because of the picture quality ; It handles...

Picture review (play mode) is accomplished by turning the camera on and hitting the "play" button, which only changes the screen to review pictures. It is a nice feature when wanting to review pictures quickly after taking them and when you want to...

Jan, 2011

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Affordable and Creative

One of the best camera I've gotten in years. I usually end up goin for cheaper brands because they're cheap and looks kinda handy.

The Camera box looked really nice. It came with everything. The basic custom skins are provided. The pictures looks pretty good, lots of different picture mode. You can custom make your own skin with the program provided or at their website. For 100$,...

No memory card included. Feels really light. The HD video capture is pretty bad. It looks over sharpened to the point the video looks like sand. Same type quality in my old DV camcorder. But it still looks great, just a bit more of video editing to do

Dec, 2010

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Consumer review (argos.co.uk)

Good solution

Lost one Pentax to electronics saturated in rainstorm. This RS1000 bought as stopgap substitute (at half the price of its predecessor) and has proved its worth. Lots of options, easy setting directions, very compact. Good puschase.

Aug, 2011

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