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Pentax Optio S55
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Pentax Press Release Excerpt:
Pentax Announces Three New Optio Digital
Cameras
Golden, Colorado (May 10, 2005)…PENTAX
Imaging Company has announced three new digital camera additions
to its popular Optio digital camera lines. The PENTAX Optio
S5z, the Optio S55 and the Optio S45 as well as the
manufacturer's sixth DA lens will ship to dealers in June 2005.
The PENTAX Optio S5z is the fifth
iteration in the most popular compact and lightweight PENTAX
digital camera series. Like its predecessors, the Optio S5z is
loaded with features and boasts a 2.5 inch monitor to optimize
image composition and playback. With a 3X optical zoom and the
power of 5.0 effective megapixels, the Optio S5z features an
aluminum alloy exterior and a rounded corner design and rubber
grip. Measuring just 3.3 x 2.2 x 0.8 inches and weighing only
3.7 ounces (without battery), the small size of the Optio S5z is
made possible through the innovative PENTAX Sliding Lens system
that moves the powerful lens up and away as it retracts into the
camera.
“This S series of Optio digital
cameras that are as small as an Altoids® tin continues to be one
of our most popular digital cameras,” said Ned Bunnell, director
of marketing, PENTAX Imaging Company. “Stylish, compact and
full-featured, this series is the benchmark for the go
everywhere digital user.” The PENTAX Optio S5z will be available
for under $350 US.
Two more PENTAX digital cameras have
been announced that follow in the no experience required
tradition that makes digital a little less daunting for
newcomers. The PENTAX Optio S55 delivers powerful 5.0 megapixel
resolution, a 3X optical zoom and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor. Easy
to understand and use, the Optio S55 features a Help mode that
displays function explanations to reduce operating manual
dependency. The Optio S55 will be available for under $300 US.
The third PENTAX digital is the Optio
S45, a compact digital camera featuring 4.0 megapixels, a 3X
optical zoom and a large 2.5 inch LCD monitor. With the large
monitor that simplifies composition and playback, the Optio S45
is well suited to any user. The Optio S45 will be available in
limited distribution for under $230 US.
Each of the new PENTAX Optio digital
cameras will ship with PhotoShow Express software. Developed by
Simple Star, PhotoShow is the fun and easy-to-use software
program that enables users to easily manage, search, edit and
share their digital photos as musical slide shows.
PENTAX also will ship the latest
compact, lightweight 4X telephoto zoom DA lens for use with
digital SLR cameras. First announced at the Photo Manufacturers
Association (PMA) trade show in February 2005, the smc PENTAX-DA
50mm-200mm F4-F5.6 ED is developed for exclusive use with PENTAX
digital SLR cameras for both mid-range telephoto applications
and serious long-range applications. Mounted on the PENTAX *ist
D or PENTAX *ist DS, this lens offers focal lengths equivalent
from 76.5mm to 306mm (in the 35mm format). This wide coverage
is ideal for a variety of telephoto applications, including
portraiture, sports and scenery. The lens will be available at
$300 US.
PENTAX Imaging Company is an innovative
leader in the production of digital and film cameras, scopes,
eyepieces, binoculars, lenses, mobile printers, scanners and
internet cameras. For more than 80 years, PENTAX technology has
developed durable, reliable products that meet the needs of
consumers and businesses. With headquarters in Golden,
Colorado, PENTAX Imaging Company is a division of PENTAX of
America, Inc.
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