The New Pentax Compact Zoom Camera features 18X Zoom Lens and 16 megapixel CCD sensor, sensor-shift image stabilization, 9 AF points and 4cm macro shooting mode, the Pentax RZ 18 can record HD video in 720p at 30 frames per second.
About Auto Mode: The Optio RZ18 features the sophisticated Face Detection AF & AE function. This sophisticated feature instantly and accurately detects as many as 32 faces within the image field, then catches them in sharp focus and optimum exposure in a mere 0.03 seconds — even when some of the faces are tilted or turned away from the camera. To assist the photographer in capturing beautiful, lively snapshots, the Optio RZ18 also comes equipped with other user-friendly features, including:
- Smile Capture mode that automatically releases the shutter the moment the camera detects the subject’s smile
- Blink Detection function that warns the photographer when the subject’s eyes close at the time of shutter release.
- Upgraded Pet mode for automatic detection of dog and cat faces
The Optio RZ18 features include:
- Generous 18X zoom (equivalent to 25-450mm) with extra wide angle lens captures subjects near and far.
- High resolution 16 megapixel sensor for large prints or aggressive image cropping
- Slim footprint for outstanding portability and inconspicuous use.
- Multiple PENTAX Shake Reduction (SR) image stabilization options, including sensor-shift SR, for sharp images in any lighting.
- Large 3 inch LCD with HVGA resolution (460,000 dots).
- Powerful automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture and scene modes take the guesswork out of great photography.
- Creative special effects filters add artistic flair to the common snapshot.
- Advanced 9-point autofocus with a 4cm super macro mode.
- Face detection for perfectly focused and exposed portraits, includes a dedicated pet recognition feature.
- Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 frames per second.
Pentax RZ 18 Price: The Optio RZ18 will available in black, pearl white or metallic orange for $299.95USD in October 2011
Additional Features
• Wireless remote-control shooting using an optional PENTAX infrared remote controllers
• Burst shooting of up to 40 images, at a maximum speed of approximately 9 images per second
• Digital filters, including Miniature, Toy Camera, and more to add creative visual effects
• Choice of three image ratios (4:3, 16:9 and 1:1) to accommodate different shooting applications
• D-Range setting to prevent whitewashed (overexposed) and blacked-out (underexposed) areas in an image
• Digital Panorama mode to effortlessly create a single panoramic picture from as many as three images
• Image viewing, editing and filing software included: MediaImpression 3.1 for PENTAX (Windows version
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