Pentax introduces Optio E30 compact

Just in case Fuji’s new entry-level duo isn’t enough to tempt you, Pentax has today also unveiled a new wallet-friendly compact, the Optio E30. The 7MP model offers a 3x optical zoom lens and is designed to be simple to use with a Green mode that automatically sets exposure, sensitivity and white balance at the touch of a button. The camera includes 11MB built-in memory as well as support for both SD and SDHC memory cards. The camera, like previous models, uses AA batteries and sports a 2.5” LCD, a Mode palette for simple scene selection and ImageLink compatibility. E30 FEATURES AT A GLANCE Green mode button, which automatically sets the exposure, sensitivity, white balance with one press Mode Palette enables users to select a scene or playback mode using an icon based single-page interface 3X optical zoom lens, 36-108mm lens in 35mm format 2.4-inch LCD monitor for framing and playback ImageLink and PictBridge compatibility for direct printing SDHC compatibility in addition to conventional SD memory cards Built-in auto flash with red-eye reduction function Movie recording at sizes up to 640 x 480 pixels Frame composite function allows you to add a decorative frame around the image when shooting Got an opinion on this story? Why not post a comment on our news message boards To read more news and reviews of Pentax cameras, click here