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Introduction
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01.Performance Expectations
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02.Physical Tour
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03.Components
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04.Design/Layout
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05.Modes
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06.Control Options
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07.Image Parameters
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08.Connectivity/Extras
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09.Overall Impressions
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10.Conclusion
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11.Comments
Pentax Optio E30
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Overall ImpressionsConnectivity
Software Pentax hasn't determined yet what software will ship with the Optio E30.
Jacks, Ports, Plugs
The Optio E30 has a USB/AV jack for connection to a printer, computer or analog video display. It also has a standard Image Link dock port, to fit a range of printers. The E30 can also accept an optional DC power source.
Direct Print Options
The Optio E30 is compliant with PictBridge direct printing DPOF print ordering, and Image Link printers. The E30 user can specify the number of prints and can crop images. PictBridge and DPOF have a range of other features. In a full review, we'll explore whether the Pentax E30 offers those as well.
Battery
The Optio E30 accepts 2 standard AA batteries. Pentax claims the E30 can shoot 200 shots with a pair of good alkalines, and up to 550 with high-capacity NiMH rechargables. We did not get a sense of the E30's power consumption as we examined it, but Pentax's figures suggest that it's frugal with the mili-amps.
Memory
The Optio E30 has 11 MB of memory built in, and it accepts SD cards. The internal memory will hold several favorite images so the camera can double as a brag book, but it's necessary to get an SD card to use the camera in any practical way. SD cards are the most common format for camera memory. They are available in a wide range of capacities, and are relatively inexpensive.
Other Features
Choice of Cat or Dog icon for pet mode – As dog owners, we're delighted that we wouldn't have to have a cat icon onscreen when we snap shots of Sparky.
Icon-based scene mode selection – The graphical interface for scene modes is perky and somehow fitting for the casual, simple nature of the E30.
Quick Zoom – Allows users to check focus quickly in playback by zooming to maximum magnification immediately.
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