The Optio 750Z ($499) is Pentax's entry into the growing field of 7 Megapixel cameras. Building on the Optio 555 from last year, it offers a 5X optical zoom lens, full manual controls, dual focusing system, VGA movie mode, and rotating LCD display.

Specifications

 More information :  Announced 16-Aug-04 
 Max resolution   :   3056 x 2296
 Low resolution   :   2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 2600 x 1200, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480
 Image ratio w:h  :    4:3, 3:2
 Effective pixels  :    7.1 million
 Sensor photo detectors  :    7.4 million
 Sensor size   :   1/1.8 " (7.18 x 5.32 mm)
 Sensor type   :   CCD
 Colour filter array  :    RGB
 Sensor manufacturer   :   Unknown
 ISO rating  :    Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400
 Zoom wide (W)  :    37.5 mm
 Zoom tele (T)  :    187.5 mm (4.9 x)
 Digital zoom   :   Yes, 8x
 Image stabilization   :   No
 Auto Focus   :   Yes
 Manual Focus    :  Yes
 Auto focus type   :   TTL
 Normal focus range   :   60 cm
 Macro focus range   :   2 cm
 White balance override   :   5 positions, plus manual one-touch
 Aperture range  :    F2.8 - F4.6 / ??
 Min shutter  :    15 sec
 Max shutter   :   1/2000 sec
 Built-in Flash   :   Yes
 Flash guide no. :     5.2 m (17 ft) 2 m
 External flash  :    No
 Flash modes  :    Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
 Exposure compensation   :   -2 EV to +2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
 Metering   :   Multi-segment, Center weighted, Spot
 Aperture priority   :   Yes
 Shutter priority   :   Yes
 Focal length multiplier       
 Lens thread   :   No
 Continuous Drive    :  Yes
 Movie Clips  :    Yes
 Remote control    :  Unknown
 Tripod mount   :   Yes
 Self-timer   :   Yes
 Timelapse recording   :   Unknown
 Orientation sensor  :    No
 Storage types   :   SD card
 Storage included   :   32 MB card
 Uncompressed format   :   TIFF
 Compressed format   :   JPEG (EXIF 2.2)
 Quality Levels   :   Normal, Fine, Superfine
 Viewfinder    :  Optical
 LCD   :   1.8 "
 LCD Pixels   :   134,000
 Video out   :   Yes
 USB   :   Yes
 Firewire (IEEE 1394)  :    No
 Battery / Charger  :    Yes
 Battery  :    Lithium-Ion rechargeable
 Weight (inc. batteries)   :   255 g (9 oz)
 Dimensions   :   100 x 62 x 42 mm (3.9 x 2.4 x 1.7 in)

Review

The Optio750Z brings the best of two worlds together: the exacting controls found in traditional cameras with the convenience of point-and-shoot technology. Maintain complete...
more...control over exposure with manual shutter speed and aperture functions. Utilize an advanced, 11-point hybrid autofocus with focus assist light for optimal results in any condition. Extend the high-resolution smc PENTAX 5X optical zoom lens for superb clarity and detailed images. And flip open and rotate the 1.8 inch LCD monitor for 100% coverage of your subject. Classically styled and generously equipped, the Optio750Z is perfect for photography enthusiasts and advanced amateurs alike.
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