Pentax Optio W10

Résumé : Can Pentax's W series waterproof camera make a splash with it's images?

Points forts : Convenient and stylish design combined with weather- and dust-proof resilience makes this a camera you'll want to be seen with

Points faibles : Image performance is disappointingly wishy-washy while some aspects of performance are sluggish

Conclusion : Offering weather and waterproof functionality, Pentax has produced a stylish and durable model that is sure to appeal to all-terrain photographers looking to shoot in the great outdoors. However, a sluggish performance and lacklustre images makes the ...

Résumé : Now for something special: a waterproof camera that does not need a special underwater case. By "waterproof" I do not mean just "splashproof" or "weatherproof," but truly waterproof. You can take this camera underwater. And not just dunking it a ...

Points forts : A camera you can take underwater!, , Still looks and handles like a regular digital camera, , Very simple to use, , Costs less than a camera plus a dedicated waterproof case, ,

Points faibles : Five feet underwater not enough for real diving, , Somewhat sluggish performance, , ISO 800 mode too grainy, ,

Conclusion : The W10 has limited onboard editing functionality. You can resize, trim, apply one of nine filters, adjust brightess, eliminate red-eye, and add a frame. You can also add voice to any image, or record voice memos until memory is full

Résumé : Now for something special: a waterproof camera that does not need a special underwater case. By "waterproof" I do not mean just "splashproof" or "weatherproof," but truly waterproof. You can take this camera underwater. And not just dunking it a ...

Points forts : Use it up to an hour in 10 feet of water, Inherent waterproofing provides peace of mind when handling in/around water, Can survive 5-foot drops, Optional PT-033 underwater case good for 133 feet diving, Sleek and elegant just like a regular digital ...

Points faibles : Point & shoot with little manual control, Use of underwater wide-angle modes requires practice, Not many special features, Uses xD-Picture Card that can be hard to find and higher priced, Five feet underwater not enough for real diving, Somewhat ...

Conclusion : If you hang around wet places a lot - pool, lakes, or even the sea - the Pentax Optio W10 is a great choice. Its sealing comes in handy under any circumstances. You never have to worry about a bit of rain or sand, or have it getting splashed on. And ...

Résumé : Can you take it diving?

Points forts : A camera you can take underwater!, Still looks and handles like a regular digital camera, Very simple to use, Costs less than a camera plus a dedicated waterproof case

Points faibles : Five feet underwater not enough for real diving, Somewhat sluggish performance, Manual safety latch (can lead to flooding if forgotten), ISO 800 mode too grainy

Conclusion : And speaking of batteries, that's where we run into another design dilemma: consumers want their digital cameras as small and handy as possible because that's convenient. However, in order to make them small and handy, manufacturers have to forego ...