Latest – Review and Sample Photos by TrustedReviews (added 02 January’09)
Pentax Optio E50 features is an 8 megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera that features a 3x optical zoom, 2.4 inch LCD, Digital shake reduction, Face recognition, and an ISO range from 100 to 1600.
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Review Index – (updated 02 January’09)
Cameras.co.uk
“This is a cheap digital camera, but I’m not convinced there is a great deal of value for money. My tests photos suffered from noise and a general lack of clarity and sharpness. There are other cheaper cameras out there that I would much prefer over this one.”
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TrustedReviews reviews the Pentax Optio E50 and writes -
“For the price and it’s market the Pentax E50 does it’s job, but it’s hardly the best camera on the market, even for £100. The poor LCD monitor and lack of features are obviously cost cutters, but the 8million pixel CCD sensor and lens really should be better. Yes you’ll be able to take reasonable pictures, but no better than those of a 5 or 6 million pixel camera. It’s best feature is is simplicity, so if you want something for the non-techy person in your life, the E50 might fit the bill.”
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Steve’s Digicams reviews the Pentax Optio E50 and writes -
“Bottom Line – The Pentax Optio E50 is an excellent upgrade of the E40 from a year ago. While these two share very similar specs (same 8-megapixel sensor, image quality and basic features), the performance has been greatly improved upon, making this a camera worth considering if you are looking for an entry-level digicam. With a MSRP of US$150, it offers a great deal, whether being used for a backup, at the office or even a kids first camera.”
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Specifications
[Official Pentax Specifications]
Owners Manual
Press Excerpt
Simple operation is the core of the Optio E50. With its compact dimensions and ergonomically formed body design it is the ideal “go anywhere” camera. The technical characteristics are ideal for snapshots. For “people shots” the camera automatically selects the best exposure settings and focusing and corrects for backlighting as soon as the subject is targeted with the help of the autofocus frame. In order to minimize blurring caused by camera shake the Optio E50 incorporates a digital “Shake Reduction” system that automatically increases sensitivity up to ISO 1600 so that faster shutter speeds can be used. With a resolution of 8.1 megapixels and a large 6 cm (2.4”) monitor the Pentax Optio E50 is thoroughly up-to-date. Two universally available AA batteries supply power for the camera. The improved energy efficiency of the Optio E50 is ensures your free and easy photography can continue on and on.
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