Pentax introduces 8MP Optio V20 point-and-shoot

Not quite able to squeeze into a size 2 chassis before PMA, Pentax's Optio V20 now has the runway all to itself. This 8-megapixel point-and-shoot isn't anything spectacular, but the 5x optical zoom is a nice complement to the 3-inch LCD monitor, face recognition, blink detection, USB 2.0 connectivity, video out and VGA movie mode. You'll also find a SD / SDHC expansion slot in case 52MB of built-in memory just isn't enough, and the rechargeable Li-ion is said to be good for around 200 clicks on a full charge. On board? Start pinching those pennies now, as this one will set you back $279.95 when it runs aground in May.

[Via CNET]

[Thermos14 @ Mar 17th 2008 11:37PM]

Hooray, a camera!

[Cahlito @ Mar 18th 2008 12:24AM]

hey mega

[happy_penguin @ Mar 18th 2008 1:52AM]

I have a soft spot for Pentax. They've made some excellent cameras. The K 1000 is a classic which many "real" photographers still use. (I'm not one of those "real" photographers, I just admire them)

[Shaocaholica @ Mar 18th 2008 2:03AM]

Well its not spectacular but its decent. The moms and pops taking pictures don't need any fancy features to confuse them more. I just hope these mid range point and shoots stay at 8MP and get better lenses and sensors.

[happy_penguin @ Mar 18th 2008 2:15AM]

You're right. Great lenses is where it's at, not megapixels. Even a decent 4 MP or 6 MP camera with a great lens is better than a 10 MP with a bad lens.