Pentax Optio S4 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Details
- 4.0 MegaPixel CCD
- Ultra lightweight aluminum mixture body weighs only 3.5 oz
- Film mode records 60 seconds of footage as an AVI file with sound
Description
MD) CL) PENTAX OPTIO S4 DIGITAL CAMRaising the stakes from its antecedent--the groundbreaking Optio S--the Pentax Optio S4 adds more megapixel resolution without adding any dimension to the camera's sleekly designed, tough aluminum-alloy fullness. It features a unique 3x zoom sliding lens system consistency that allows the lens to move up, away, and lie fully empty within the camera frame to protect the lens and allow for the camera's diminutive dimensions.
Optics and Resolution
With the high-level imaging power of 4.0 serviceable megapixels (2304 x 1728 pixels), the Optio S4 captures everything from macro shots to far-off scenery with exceptional sharpness and accuracy. Other decidedness modes include 1600 x 1200, 1024 x 768, and 640 x 480.
Of a piece to a 35–105mm lens in 35mm format, the 3x optical zoom allows a unbowdlerized range of shooting from expansive scenery to telephoto shots. All elements are crafted only from glass and two of the lenses are aspherical on each side. Location with 4x digital zoom, the Optio S4 offers 12x combined zoom proficiency.
Movie Mode
In addition to taking still photos, the Optio S4 can likewise record movie clips of up to 60 seconds with audio at 12 frames per instant. The limited resolution of your movies guarantees that this spot won't replace your camcorder, but it's perfect for when you just scarceness to capture a quick movie and e-mail it to a friend or relative.
The yet-lapse movie function allows a sequential set of shots to be run as a pinched film. This can be used for impressive effects, such as scenes of haze rushing across the sky, for example, and offers a selection of recording speeds--X2, X5, X10, X20, X50, and X100.
More Features
With a shutter liberating time lag of just 0.01 seconds, the Optio S4 allows switching from viewing to shooting with a fasten on touch of the shutter or playback button at any time.
The built-in glare on the Optio S4 can be set to fire automatically when shooting in low-light conditions. For greater subdue, the camera also features flash-on, flash-off, and red-eye reduction modes, and there’s equally the option of slow shutter sync when shooting in "evensong scene" mode.
The Optio S4 offers a choice of two kinds of autofocus. 7-accent autofocus helps you achieve sharp focus even when subjects are off-fore. Spot AF, on the other hand, lets you place the center of indistinct on one point out of a choice of 49 in the frame, marking that burden in the viewfinder for easier use.
Macro mode allows shots from as make as 7.08 inches from the subject, while selection of wonderful macro shooting allows you to compose from as close as exactly 2.36 inches.
The OptioS has been specially designed with audio recording talent rivaling the abilities of standalone audio recording devices. This can be exceptionally clever for recording important information in meetings. An index can be added during recording for nonchalantly playback.
Other features include:
- 1.6-inch color TFT LCD divide with histogram display
- Macro mode: 7.08 inches
- Shooting modes: program, depict mode, night scene, movie, panorama assist, 3-D symbol, digital filter, user
- Picture modes: landscape, floret, portrait, self-portrait, surf and snow, autumn go red, sunset
- White balance control: TTL auto, preset, usage white balance
Images can be stored in the internal 11 MB recollection or on optional Secure Digital (SD) or MultiMediaCards (MMC). Images can be downloaded to either a Mac or PC via USB 1.1, which means the camera can be to the point to any USB-based Windows Me/2000/XP and Mac OS 8.6 or later computer without installing any software.
Power and Appraise
The camera is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery (D-L18, included). It planning 3.3 by 2.0 by 0.8 inches and weighs 4.1 ounces (with battery-operated).
What's In The Box
This package includes the Optio S4 digital camera, battery-operated and battery charger, USB and AV cables, hand strap, and CD-ROM with representative software (the latest version of ACDSee 5.0 software intended exclusively for Pentax Optio digital cameras) and USB drivers for Windows and Mac.


