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Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera : 18273

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Camera Type:		Compact-type digital still camera with built-in zoom lens, autofocus, auto exposure and auto flash
Effective Pixels:		5.0 megapixels
Total Pixels:		5.25 megapixels
Color Depth:		12 bit x 3 colors
Recorded Pixels:		Still – 2592x1944 Pixels, 2048x1536 Pixels, 1600x1200 pixels, 1024x768 pixels, 640x480 pixels; Movie – 320x240
Focus System Type:		Hybrid AF (TTL contrast detection autofocus system combined with exo-passive sensor)
Autofocus:		Wide AF, Spot AF & Infinity Landscape Mode
Manual Focus:		0.79 inches (0.02m) to infinity
Focusing Range:		Normal: 1.97ft (0.6m) to Infinity; Macro: 5.9 inches (0.15m) to 2.13ft (0.65m); Super Macro: 0.79 inches (0.02m) to 2.13ft (0.65m) at 7.8mm
Lens Type:		smc Pentax power zoom
Focal Length:		7.8mm - 39mm
35mm Equivalent:		37.5mm - 187.5mm
Aperture Range:		F2.8 - F4.6
Construction:		9 elements in 7 groups (two dual-sided aspherical elements)
Optical Zoom:		5X
Digital Zoom:		4X
Combined zoom:		20X
Light Metering Method:		TTL metering with choice of: Multi-segment, Center-weighted & Spot meter
Sensitivity:		Auto, or user select ISO 64,100, 200, 400
Exposure Control Method:		Program AE
Exposure Modes:		Metered manual, Aperture-priority AE, Shutter-priority AE, Program, Picture, Panorama assist, Movie, 3D image, Digital filters, User
Exposure Compensation:		+/-2 EV (1/3 steps)
Shutter:		Type - Programmed AE electronic lens shutter with CCD electronic shutter; Shutter Speed – Approx. 1/2000 - 15 seconds(1/1000 in Metered manual and Shutter-priority AE)
White Balance:		White Balance Control - TTL Auto, Pre-set, Custom White Balance; Available Settings - Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light (W, N, D), Manual
Flash:		Built-in series-control auto flash, flash exposure compensation (+/- 2 EV in 1/3 steps), auto discharge under low light and backlit conditions in auto mode. Operation Modes - Auto, Flash-Off, Flash-On, Auto + red-eye reduction, Flash-On + red-eye reduction. Range - approx. 1.31ft (0.4m) – 17.1ft (5.2m) (7.8mm at ISO Auto); approx. 0.5ft ( 0.15m) – 10.5ft (3.2m) (39mm at ISO Auto)
Shooting Modes:		Metered manual, Aperture-priority AE, Shutter-priority AE, Program, Picture, Panorama assist, Movie, 3D image, Digital filters, User
Picture Modes:		Landscape, Night scene, Flower, Portrait, Surf & Snow, Autumn color, Sunset, Fireworks, Text
Digital Filter:		Black & White, Sepia, Red, Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, Soft
Drive Modes:		Single-Shot, Continuous, Self-timer-10 sec. Remote control, Interval timer, Multiple exposure
Movie Mode:		Shooting time: As long as memory remains - with sound
Time modes:		dd/mm/yy, mm/dd/yy, yy/mm/dd
World Time:		Display of the time in 62 cities (28 time zones)
Alarm Clock:		Displays image (three memory settings), Snooze function
Storage Media:		Removable: Secure Digital (SD), Multimedia card(MMC)
File Formats:		Still - JPEG (Exif 2.2), DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), PctBridge compatible; Movie - MOV (QuickTime Movie Format) 15 fps with sound; Voice – WAV (ADPCM) Recordable time depends on the remaining capacity of the memory card
JPEG Compression Mode:		Tiff, Good, Better, Best. Recorded pixels with 16MB Card. 2592x1944: 4 - 8 - 14; 2048x1536: 7 - 12 - 18; 1600x1200: 11 - 20 - 27; 1024x768: 25 - 45 - 56; 640x480: 53 - 82 - 100
Optical:		Actual image zoom viewfinder with diopter adjustment from approx. -3m-1 to+1-1
LCD Monitor:		1.5 inch, low temperature Polysilicon TFT color LCD with Histogram Display
LCD Coverage:		100%
Playback Modes File:		Single, Index- Nine image
Magnification:		8X
Playback Mode:		Slide Show, Scroll and Voice Memo, Image rotating
Erase Modes:		Single, All
Image Protect:		Single, All
Input/output types:		AV output terminal, USB terminal, DC input terminal
Video Output:		Compatible with NTSC and PAL formats (monaural sound)
Power Supply:		Lithium-ion battery (rechargeable) approx.400 shots with one charge(According to in house PENTAX testing), AC adaptor kit (optional)
Operating Temperatures:		32 – 104F (0 – 40 Celsius)
Camera Casing:		Aluminum Alloy
Dimensions:		(W x H x D) – 3.9x2.3x1.6 Inches (100x59x39.5mm)
Weight:		7.2 oz (205g) without battery and SD memory card; 8.8 oz (250g) loaded and ready
Mac Requirements:		OS: Mac OS 8.6 or later (QuickTime 4.0 or later to view movies), CPU: Power PC 266MHz or higher, Memory: 8MB or more, Hard disk space:6MB or more, Standard equipped USB port
PC Requirements:		OS: Windows 98,98 second edition, 2000, Me, XP Home edition / Professional, CPU: Pentium or later recommended, Memory:64MB or more, Hard disk space: 15MB or more, Standard equipped USB port

• Despite the compact size, the lens of the Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera delivers the versatility of 5X zooming that extends from 37.5mm wide angle to 187.5mm telephoto shooting. It also offers simple lever operation, achieves minimal distortion, and can be combined with the easy-to-operate 4X digital zoom for a combined capacity of 20X zooming.
• With the power of 5.0 effective megapixels, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera offers precision that sets it apart from other compact digital cameras. The camera also features a high-precision smc PENTAX lens and employs advanced image processing technologies to capture powerful images.
• The Pentax Optio555 Camera was designed to be ready within mere seconds of the power being turned on, and it is easy to switch between playback and shooting modes. A single touch of the playback button will bring up recorded images, and just a touch of the shutter button is all that’s required to return to shooting. Modes are easy to select through a handy mode dial, and it is easy assign frequently used functions to independent buttons.
• PictBridge compatibility does away with the need for PC connectivity during printing by allowing the camera to be connected straight to a compatible printer. This provides direct control over printing and a range of other functions.
• The Pentax Optio 555 Camera provides 11 easy-to-select capture modes. A turn of a dial is all it takes to choose from a selection of 11 capture modes. * Programmed exposure - This mode enables casual shooting whenever an opportunity arises. The mode automatically selects the most appropriate shutter and aperture settings for the subject; * Aperture-priority AE - With Aperture-priority AE, the Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera lets you take control over depth of field. Select a large aperture to throw a background out of focus, or stop down to a small aperture for clarity that extends to the horizon. Whichever aperture you choose, the Pentax Optio555 Camera automatically selects the most appropriate shutter speed for optimal exposure; * Shutter-priority AE - Shutter-priority AE lets you select shutter speeds better suited to your subjects. Freeze a fast-moving object through selection of a fast shutter, or choose a slow shutter to create blurred effects that emphasize movement, for example; * Metered manual exposure - For greater involvement in the achievement of stunning images, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera has metered manual mode. This allows you to select both shutter speed and aperture for yourself when dealing with difficult circumstances or striving to produce a more creative image; * User mode - User mode lets you customize the Pentax Optio555 Camera to suit your own personal style and enables you to select a combination of settings you find appealing and save them for easy access; * Picture modes - The Pentax Optio 555 Camera offers a selection of nine convenient picture modes — Landscape, Night Scene, Flower, Portrait, Surf & Snow, Autumn Color, Sunset, Fireworks and Text. These prepare you for a wide range of conditions and situations and can be selected with ease; * Panorama assist - For expansive scenes, Panorama assist will allow you to take a series of horizontal or vertical images following the camera’s directions, which may aligned and combined on a PC with the enclosed ACDSee software.** ** ACD Photostitcher is compatible with Windows systems only; * 3D image mode - 3D image mode adds another dimension to digital shooting. Simply take two shots following guidance given by the camera then enjoy a genuine sense of depth and perspective when you view the results with the enclosed viewer; * Digital filters - Digital filters deliver creative opportunities of conventional filters, without the need to lug an accessory bag. The Pentax Optio 555 Camera offers the choice of black and white, and sepia shooting as well as a range of other tones (red, pink, yellow, green, light blue, blue, and purple). It features a Soft focus filter that can be used to achieve more flattering portraits; * Movie*** - The Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera has the power to capture more than just stills. It captures video at 15 frames per second, with 320 x 240 recorded pixels. All clips are recorded in MOV format, allowing easy playback on a PC. ***System requirements: PCs running Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, Me, or XP operating systems with QuickTimeTM 6.0 installed (included on the accompanying CD-ROM). PCs running Windows 98 and 98SE require installation of the exclusive driver. Macintosh machines running OS9.0 or higher with QuickTime 6.0 or higher installed; * Voice recording mode - Audio can be recorded to the full capacity of the external memory, allowing the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera to be used as a regular voice recording device. With a 64MB memory card allowing the recording of up to 2 hours and 12 minutes of audio, this mode makes the Pentax Optio 555 Camera even more useful in so many more situations.
• The Pentax Optio555 Camera also allows you to record and attach up to 30 seconds of sound for each image.
• With an auto flash that can be set to fire automatically in low-light conditions, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera extends your shooting options. The camera also features Flash-on, Flash-off, and red-eye reduction* modes for greater control and additionally offers Slow shutter sync mode, which can be selected for use in combination with Night Scene mode. *This feature does not eliminate “red eye” in all instances.
• Offering the ability to control the level of flash discharge, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera allows you to avoid the “washing out” of subjects in close proximity.
• A viewfinder offering actual image zoom allows you to conserve power by switching off the LCD monitor. It features diopter adjustment for greater accuracy in relation to your eyesight.
• When combined with the 5X optical zoom of the Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera , the 4X digital zoom offers and impressive 20X zoom.
• Nine images may to be displayed simultaneously, and the LCD screen of the Pentax Optio555 Camera significantly speeds the process of searching for a select image. Every image may be displayed with up to 8X magnification, allowing you to closely inspect each shot for focus and fine details.
• With a choice of Wide AF and Spot AF, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera allows you to place the focus sharply on even off-center subjects, or select the desired center of focus from one of five horizontal and vertical points.
• With a choice of eight white balance modes, the Pentax Optio555 Camera is ideally equipped for a range of different lighting circumstances. These include settings for daylight, shade, tungsten light, and three types of fluorescent light. There is an auto setting, as well as the manual setting, which allows you to take greater control over the balance of color with regard to your lighting circumstances.
• With a selection of multi-segment metering, center-weighted metering, and spot metering, the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera offers closer control over the evaluation of exposure.
• The Pentax Optio 555 Camera enables exposure compensation across a range of +2EV in steps of 1/3EV. This allows you to take a set of images of a single subject and then select the exposure most closely suited to your tastes.
• With settings that allow you to take manual control over sharpness, saturation, and contrast, with three grades for each, the Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera lets you manipulate the final outcome to a greater extent than other digital cameras.
• An auto sensitivity setting allows the Pentax Optio555 Camera to make the best possible use of available light. It enables manual selection allowing you to choose from settings equivalent to ISO400, 200, 100, and ISO64.
• Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera effective metering is streamlined through the TTL contrast detection and external passive sensor.
• Macro mode allows the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera to be used for close-up compositions as close as 5.9 inches from the subject, while the super macro mode allows shots to be composed from as close as just .79 inches. Both modes may be combined with 4X digital zoom. The Pentax Optio555 Camera also offers Infinity-landscape mode, which is ideal for capturing expansive scenes and even provides pleasing focus when shooting through windows.
• Continuous shooting allows you to shoot images in rapid succession and capture action scenes.
• Interval shooting is an excellent way to capture events that take place over a long period of time. Simply select the time to start shooting, the duration of the interval between shots, and the number of frames — then leave the Pentax Optio 555 Camera to operate itself.
• Time-lapse movie mode runs a set of sequential recorded frames together as a short film. It offers a selection of X2, X5, X10, X20, X50, or X100 recording speeds and can be used to achieve effects such as construction scenes or clouds rushing across the sky.
• Multiple exposure mode lets you combine two frames as one shot. Use it to make a person appear twice in the same shot, for example, or combine vastly different scenes for surreal results.
• A handy self-timer allows the user to enter into group shots or minimize camera shake when taking pictures in low light.
• Four functions can be customized from a selection of eleven. These can then each be allocated to the useful four-way controller for easy access that suits user needs.
• With the Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera , the use of digital filters is not confined to the time of shooting. Indeed it has a special function that allows the user to choose from ten different filters (B&W, sepia, red, pink, purple, blue, green, yellow, soft, and brightness) to apply to images that have already been recorded.
• A handy resize function allows you to free up more memory space without having to delete a single shot, altering the data size of recorded pictures or reducing the level of quality to allow further shooting. Once you’ve resized the data, you even have the choice of whether to save it as a new file or use it to overwrite the original image.
• Excellent composition is not confined to the time of shooting. With the convenient Trimming function, images may be cropped at any time and selected parts can be stored as individual new files.
• The detailed histogram function is extremely handy during both playback and shooting, allowing you to check the range of light levels with greater accuracy.
• The Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera features a function that protects and prevents the deletion of shots you want to save.
• The convenient alarm function serves as an alarm and reminder, and you may display an image of your choice when the alarm sounds. There is also a handy snooze function.
• For longer exposures, the Pentax Optio555 Camera automatically activates a function for reduced interference.
• The Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera can be customized to match your style more closely, allowing you to select a favorite shot for use as the start-up screen, and choose different sounds to accompany different functions and actions.
• With the Mode memory function, combinations of settings producing pleasing results can be simply saved, then returned to automatically when the power is next switched on.
• The Pentax Optio 555 Camera can display the time for 62 different cities around the world. It may record the time and date for each recorded shot, making it the ideal travel camera and image organizer and sorter.
• When used in combination with DPOF-compatible printers, the Pentax Optio 555 Camera gives you a greater degree of control over the date function and the number of prints*. *Some printers may not support the above functions. Please consult the supplier of your printer for more information.
• With multilingual operation extending to all menus and messages, the Pentax Optio555 Digital Camera can be easily operated by speakers of English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese.
• USB compatibility makes it fast and easy to import multiple recorded images into common PC applications via simple cable connection. The camera also comes complete with ACDSee software designed exclusively for PENTAX, which may be installed and used on both Windows and Mac systems. *System requirements: PC running Windows 98/98SE, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional or Mac OS 9.0 or higher (installation of the included driver software is required, except in the case of Mac 0S 9.0 or higher, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or Windows XP). Compliance with the aforementioned system requirements does not guarantee USB compatibility.
• An AV output terminal makes it easy to connect the Pentax Optio 555 Camera to a TV, allowing the display of images on a much grander scale.
• The Pentax Optio 555 Digital Camera even offers options in terms of its power source. Choose from an exclusive rechargeable lithium-ion battery for shooting anywhere, or make use of an optional AC adapter if you happen to be close to a power outlet.
• The 1.5-inch poly-silicone TFT LCD monitor delivers quality images of your potential subjects. The monitor is also ideal for inspecting shots that are already recorded.
• With SD memory card and Multimedia card compatibility, the Pentax Optio 555 Camera is able to store a large amount of images while retaining high-level accuracy.
• The Pentax Optio555 Camera achieves prints of an even higher quality when connected to Exif-compatible printers, while PRINT Image Matching II* compatibility allows the creation of a stronger link between the camera and printer for greater control. *This product supports PRINT Image Matching II. When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital still cameras, printers, and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
• Even greater versatility comes in the form of two remote control units available as options. Known as remote control E and remote control F, they offer the convenience of immediate shutter release and a three-second timer, while the former also offers the advantage of zoom control.

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