Waterproof Pentax Digital Camera: Optio W80


Pentax Optio W80

  
  • 12.1MP
  • Waterproof to 16ft
  • Shockproof to 3ft
  • Freeze proof to 14F
  • 5x Optical Zoom 
  • 28mm wide angle lens
  • 2.5" LCD Monitor 
  • Weighs 135g (no battery or memory card)
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Waterproof Pentax Digital Camera W80 Review
A Rugged, Do-It-All, Take-Everywhere Compact Camera

The waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio W80 is well made. Its styling is pleasing with an excellent overall finish, including protective rubber edging which conveys robustness. The general control layout is fairly typical and easy to navigate.  It is also loaded with features (such as a 5x optical zoom and HD video). The Optio W80 replaces the Optio W60. This model should not be confused with the Optio WS80 which has a lower specification.

This waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio W80 is a take anywhere digital shockproof waterproof camera which can double up as a tough waterproof kids camera.!  Its main competitors include the Canon waterproof D10, the Panasonic waterproof Lumix DMC-TS1/ FT1 and the three Olympus digital waterproof cameras Tough Stylus models: 8000, 6000 and 6010.






A Tough Waterproof Kids Camera Great for Family Use
The Waterproof Pentax Digital Camera Optio W80 is durable, versatile and easy to use

This is a great digital waterproof shockproof camera to use indoors or in the great outdoors. The sturdy build of the Optio W80 means that it can withstand the elements; so you really can take it almost anywhere. This camera can be used on a beach, in a jungle, up a mountain, skiing, snorkelling - almost any everyday activity you choose to pursue or places you wish to go to.

The waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio W80's rugged build and easy to use design means that it could also be used as a tough waterproof kids camera. Adults can feel reassured in the knowledge that this waterproof Pentax digital camera should come to no harm within the normal course of use. It is a great recreation camera suitable for all the family.

Pros, Cons and "In a Nutshell"

Pros: Built for toughness - waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, freeze proof. Has a 5x optical zoom and an HD movie mode.

Cons: Image quality could be better. Point and shoot could be a little faster. Not for serious underwater photography.

In a Nutshell: The waterproof Pentax digital camera Optio W80 is tough but stylish easy to use digital camera. Its durability should survive most things that your family subject it to.