Pentax Optio 330RS 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Pentax Optio 330RS 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Pentax Optio 330RS 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Manufacturer: Pentax
Product Type: Photography

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Within the stylish exterior of the Optio33ORS lies a heart of precision. It has a high-performance 3X optical zoom lens (equivalent to 37 mm in 35min format), offers the digital clarity of 3.2 effective megapixels and has a 1/1.8 inch CCD assisted by advanced image processing technology. All these features and more in a sleek, ultra stainless steel body that will fit in pocket or purse. Try the Optio33ORS for yourself and experience a higher level of compact digital performance.
Amazon.com Product Description
Take razor-sharp and brilliantly colored digital photos with the Pentax Optio 330RS digital camera. Its 3.2-megapixel sensor is capable of resolutions of up to 2,048 by 1,536 pixels, which can produce quality 11-by-14-inch prints. Sitting comfortably in your hand and encased in a stainless-steel shell, the 330RS has a 3x optical and 2x digital zoom for a total 6x magnification. Take pictures effortlessly with the autofocus, autoexposure, and autoflash systems, or you can switch to manual settings for more artistic control.

Several shooting modes are available for a variety of creative choices, such as standard, night scene, and metered manual. Movie mode records movie clips of up to 30 seconds. The digital-filter mode changes the picture tone to colors like sepia, red, and monochrome. A 3-D image mode gives photos a sense of depth and perspective when viewed with the included 3-D viewer.

Photos are stored on 11 MB of built-in memory, but you can add more memory via CompactFlash cards. Control and keep track of all the camera's functions with the large 1.6-inch LCD monitor. The camera can be easily connected to PCs and Macs through the USB port, allowing fast transfer of your photos and video to a computer for editing and sharing on the Internet. There is also a video-out jack so you can watch your work on a television.

Pentax Optio 330RS 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Good price for a 3M camera with 3x optical zoom
  • Good but NOT Great
  • Taking pictures of kids?
  • Pentax Optio 330RS
  • I am so pleased with my Pentax Optio 330RS digital camera!
 Pentax Optio 330RS 3.2MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Pentax
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:
  1. SimpleTech STI-CF/512 512MB CompactFlash Card
  2. Ceiva Advanced Digital Photo Receiver
  3. Viking 128 MB CompactFlash Card (CF128M)
  4. Vivitar V-2200GX Video/Photo Tripod
  5. Samsonite Worldproof 1.2 Blue/Black Compact Camera Pouch with Pocket

Product Features:
  • 3.2-megapixel sensor captures enough detail to create prints up to 11 x 14
  • 3x optical plus 2x digital (6x total) zoom lens with autofocus
  • Built-in 11 MB memory; expandable via CompactFlash (Type I) cards
  • Connects with Macs and PCs via USB port
  • Uses rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included)

ASIN: B00006B12A

Amazon.com Product Description

Take razor-sharp and brilliantly colored digital photos with the Pentax Optio 330RS digital camera. Its 3.2-megapixel sensor is capable of resolutions of up to 2,048 by 1,536 pixels, which can produce quality 11-by-14-inch prints. Sitting comfortably in your hand and encased in a stainless-steel shell, the 330RS has a 3x optical and 2x digital zoom for a total 6x magnification. Take pictures effortlessly with the autofocus, autoexposure, and autoflash systems, or you can switch to manual settings for more artistic control.

Several shooting modes are available for a variety of creative choices, such as standard, night scene, and metered manual. Movie mode records movie clips of up to 30 seconds. The digital-filter mode changes the picture tone to colors like sepia, red, and monochrome. A 3-D image mode gives photos a sense of depth and perspective when viewed with the included 3-D viewer.

Photos are stored on 11 MB of built-in memory, but you can add more memory via CompactFlash cards. Control and keep track of all the camera's functions with the large 1.6-inch LCD monitor. The camera can be easily connected to PCs and Macs through the USB port, allowing fast transfer of your photos and video to a computer for editing and sharing on the Internet. There is also a video-out jack so you can watch your work on a television.

Product Description

Within the stylish exterior of the Optio33ORS lies a heart of precision. It has a high-performance 3X optical zoom lens (equivalent to 37 mm in 35min format), offers the digital clarity of 3.2 effective megapixels and has a 1/1.8 inch CCD assisted by advanced image processing technology. All these features and more in a sleek, ultra stainless steel body that will fit in pocket or purse. Try the Optio33ORS for yourself and experience a higher level of compact digital performance.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Good price for a 3M camera with 3x optical zoom.......2003-03-04

I was comparing this camera to other major brand 3M cameras and decided to pick this one because it is good value for a compact camera with 3x optical zoom. Canon S230 is great but it only has 2x optical zoom. Sony P7 is great but it's a little long and thick. On top of that, both S230 and P7 are selling for a higher price.
I've been using it a lot indoor and it has given good quality pictures at Normal setting. The shutter is a little slow but it's not a big deal to me after a little practice. I guess this is the only thing I'm not too happy with.
In conclusion I'm satisfied with the overall quality and would recommend it.

4 out of 5 stars Good but NOT Great.......2003-01-28

This is my first Digital Camera. I did some research on 3+ megapixel cameras with Compact Flash card. I was looking at Canon S230, Kodak DX4900& Pentax 330RS and decided to go for this one - looking at its size and additional features like 3D. Even though I like this, I am not very happy with this Pentax camera.
The 3D image is something unique in this camera, but we may not be using it often - viewing Glass is not great. The picture quality is superb when it is set in 'BEST - ***' with Max pixel, otherwise the picture quality is no good. The flash range is very less. The worst thing in this camera is - the shutter speed. It takes more than 3 seconds after clicking the button. Overall - it is a good camera but surely it is NOT a Great one.

2 out of 5 stars Taking pictures of kids?.......2003-01-02

We purchased this camera and had to return it because the shutter delay is excruciating. I filled an entire memory card with pictures of my boys and didn't get one good shot. In some frames there was no subject because my toddler was 6 feet away before the shutter finally clicked (3 to 4 seconds after the hitting the button). The LED screen on the back was also faulty giving a red cast to the scene at hand - not like my previous Olympus digital.
I can't recommend another model as we are still looking for that perfect choice.

5 out of 5 stars Pentax Optio 330RS.......2002-12-14

My first digital camera I owned for about five days now, after spending some time to review different brands of camera, i.e. Canon, Minolta, Pentax, etc. I ordered it from Amazon.com on Thursday 12/05/02 with standard shipping(upgraded to free shipping,) but my order was upgraded by Amazon(somehow without charge) to "2 Day Air" shipping so I received on Monday 12/09/02. Frankly speaking, I am very satisfied with my Pentax ownership so far.

Here are what I like: excellent viewing pictures outdoor/indoor with sharpness and vivid colors; easy to use and control selection menu; sharp LCD display; pocket size camera; good flash within reasonable range; good reasonable zoom; lens cover automatically at power off; lots of good features for picture adjustment and creativity; very good auto focus with visible indicator light at half way down of shutter button; fast transfer time to PC via provided USB driver.

What I don't like: non-metal camera body; quick drain of battery with extensive use of LCD display + flash(estimate: last at most 2 hours of continuous use of picture taking and viewing)

Conclusion: an excellent compact size digital camera at 3 Megapixels with lots of features and execellent picture quality at reasonable price(I paid [$$$] at Amazon with free shipping,) if you don't mind about its non-metal body.

4 out of 5 stars I am so pleased with my Pentax Optio 330RS digital camera!.......2002-11-11

I had never used a digial camera and purchased the Pentax Optio 330RS just 3 days before we were to leave on our vacation, a bit concerned that it would be difficult to learn to operate. What a pleasant surprise. It is very easy to use. The 30 second video feature is such fun and not complicated at all. Thirty seconds is certainly enough time to get some great little videos. I encourage anyone who is looking for a mid-priced digital camera to purchase this model. It has a good "feel" to it. Also, for us ladies, fits nicely in a purse.
Be sure to purchase a CF card though, as this comes with only enough memory to store about 9 shots. Just remember, you will never have to purchase film again, nor pay for developing...if you have a pc! It's worth it.

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