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Pentax Optio W20

Pentax Optio W20
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alaScore 84

114 reviews

May, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 114 reviews of Pentax Optio W20. 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. People really like the screen and price. The performance and portability are also appreciated, but the lens and low light performance get mixed opinions. There are some critical comments about the shutter and reliability.

usability, portability, performance, price, screen

reliability, shutter

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Pentax Optio W20 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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water proof
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zoom
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storage
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battery
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flash
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focus
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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Pentax Optio W20

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 77 user reviews of Pentax Optio W20 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 really like the size and screen. The performance and portability also get good opinions. Many are negative about the color. The low light performance and reliability get mixed comments.

usability, portability, performance, screen, size

color

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

May, 2024

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

Pentax Optio W20

 

Continue on to Features & Controls Pentax Optio W20 Specifications Camera Type: Compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens, autofocus, auto exposure and auto flash, JIS Class 8 waterproof 5 ft, 30 minutes Effective Pixels: 7.0 megapixels...

Jan, 2007
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Expert review by : Luuk Jurrien (photokina-show.com)

Pentax Optio W20

 

Pentax is pleased to announce the launch of the new Pentax Optio W20, a compact digital camera featuring excellent waterproof performance with a slim, flat body design. The Pentax Optio W20 digital camera is the latest model in the Pentax Optio W...

Aug, 2006
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Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Pentax W20 Waterproof Camera

 

Pentax continues its line of waterproof cameras, adding an extra megapixel along the way.

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Gagan Gupta (tech.firstpost.com)

Pentax Optio W20

 

The new Pentax underwater camera proves itself worthy whether in or out of water.

Dec, 2006
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Expert review by (digicamreview.co.uk)

Pentax Optio W20

 

The Pentax Optio W20 Digital Camera is the latest waterproof ultra compact 7 megapixel digital camera from Pentax, not just waterproof, it's also safe from dust and snow.

Excellent value for money waterproof digital camera ; Snow and dust proof ; Good image quality - excellent colour ; Good 2.5" screen ; Good video mode - VGA, 30fps, Sound, Optical zoom, Digital Anti-shake ; Built in image recovery for images that were...

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

Pentax Optio W20

 

The Pentax Optio W20 is an upgrade of the previously released W10 waterproof digital camera. The W20 can be used in water to a depth of 5 feet (for up to 30 minutes at a time) without underwater housing. It is a 7 megapixel camera with a 3x Optical...

The W20 can be used in water to a depth of 5 feet (for up to 30 minutes at a time) without underwater housing. It is a 7 megapixel camera with a 3x Optical Zoom and 2.5inch LCD display (no viewfinder)

Aug, 2006
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Expert review by (photoanswers.co.uk)

Pentax Optio W20

 

Perfect for the more active photographer, the W20 is a well-specified digital compact with the added benefit of waterproofing. It packs an effective resolution of 7.1 million pixels, has a 3x optical zoom, and an ISO range of 64-400 (800 in candle mode).

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Expert review by : Dave Pickstone (thinkcamera.com)

Review: Pentax Optio W20

 

A waterproof camera thats easy to use and doesn't have the big bulky case, is it worth getting wet with the W20?

Waterproof and dustproof casing, customisable menu, detail in images

Vignetting, location of camera lens, lack of good grip, inaccurate Autofocus

The W20 has a big selling point in its ability to be waterproof without being bulky, allowing it to be a perfect travel camera for all occasions, in water or out. It has a sensor that can perform when needed and enough options to satisfy every level of...

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Great Camera

 

For a point and shoot camera it is great. Water and dust proof is great for beach and snorkeling pictures. Not suitable for indoor and low light pictures since the flash is weak and ISO 400 and over are VERY noisy. For the price versus features it is a...

This is my fourth camera, bougth it only because the waterproof and compact features. Under water pictures are great and movies are really high quality. 4GB SD cards works and you have one hour to record videos at best quality using one. Very fast...

Low light pictures aren't that great (like almost all compact cameras). Night scene mode shows a lot of noise, ISO settings over 200 are very noisy and shoulg be used only if it is really necessary but you can expect a lot of noise. USB is VERY slow,...

Nov, 2006
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Doesn't last long

 

Takes nice pics and the video feature is easy to use. Enjoyed the screen size.

When it breaks down and needs service - good luck and lots of prayers.

Aug, 2007
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