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Pentax Optio S1

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The Pentax Optio S1 is a 14MP point and shoot camera with a 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent) and a 2.7-inch LCD.  The Optio S1 can capture 720p HD video and is compatible with an infrared remote control (that’s sold separately, of course).

The Pentax Optio S1 should be available later in March at around $200.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Pentax Announces Silver K-5 DSLR and Lenses

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Pentax has announced a limited edition of its K-5 DSLR, along with three prime lenses: (1)  the DA 12mm f/3.2 AL; (2) the DA 40mm f/2.8 and (3) the DA 70mm f/2.4.

The limited edition Pentax K-5 has a silver body and a revised grip.  It will cost $1700 for the body only and should be available in April.

Pentax has not provided info on the availability or pricing for the limited edition lenses (also silver in color) other than that they are TBA.

Pentax Optio WG-1 and WG-1 GPS

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Pentax has announced a new rugged camera model, the WG-1, and a GPS-capable version, aptly named the WG-1 GPS.

The new camera sports a 14MP sensor, 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent), 720p HD video capture, and a 2.7-inch LCD.  Of course, as a rugged model, the WG-1 covers the standard “rugged” specs:  waterproof to 33 feet, shockproof to 5 feet, freezeproof to 14-degrees F and dustproof.

The WG-1 carries a retail price tag of $349.95, while the GPS-enabled model runs $399.95.  Both models should be available in April.  Check availability for the WG-1 at Amazon.com.