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It looks like the first new Pentax compact of 2012 is here- the Optio VS20! New of this new compact, posted via Norwegian press channel, suggests that the camera has some very exciting highlights and is a truly-modern compact camera.
Key Specifications
- 16 megapixel CCD Sensor
- 3-inch LCD
- 20x zoom lens (28-560mm equiv.)
- Minimum focusing distance of 10mm in macro mode
- Sensor-shift Shake Reduction
- ISO 6400
- HD video recording (720p)
Though it hasn't yet officially been announced in the US, sources say that the camera is expected to launch next month at an MSRP of around $249.
Although the camera is still running Pentax's beginner-friendly point-and-shoot firmware with automatic shooting mode selection, three new filters have been added to this camera, namely:
- Fish-eye mode
- Hand-held night snap mode
- Sketch mode
The VS20 also has an innovative shutter release button on the side in order to make verticals a snap, and for group or family shots, it will fully support Pentax's IR remote control. The makers also state that the new night snap mode will greatly reduce image noise.
As you can see from the photos, it features an elegant yet simple design and a very compact body.
Once this camera is officially announced in the US, we will post its complete specifications and add it to our camera database.
I am excited about this camera! The zoom, the cool looking design! The price looks good, there may be less expensive P&S but if the picture quality is up there this would be a terrific camera for work or play, when a DSLR is just too much.
guys, it just a basic P&S, for average consumer. Every brand renew it's P&S line every year, Pentax do exactly the same as Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fuji, Kodak, etc ...
So stop complaining like spoiled children ...
This is their innovation? A button on the side? A button? On the side?
The writing is on the wall for compact P&S, Pentax needs to get serious and fast.
Does anyone have any info if the sensor in this is the same as in the Sony DSC-HX9V?
Should have been 10MP and better Dynamic range
16 MP on a compact is a last year news
This... is the new camera we were all waiting for? A compact? Sure is mirrorless...
but design-wise..it follows somewhat the Linhof 220. Question is, will the ILC models be patterned after this too?
@internetpilot: If it has an orientation sensor it would be easy to disable the appropriate shutter release button. Now, if such a function were to be implemented is another question.
Good, clean design. We'll see how well it performs but I like what I see.
I'm looking forward to learning more about the hand-helf night snap mode. I've only used auto-helf. Adam ??
Nice!
Buhuu! 16 degapixels..
If it takes a half decent photo it will be the perfect travel companion.
That second shutter button looks like it would be annoying more than useful.
Wow! 16 megapixels!!!