Megapixel.net have tested the Pentax Optio A10, an ultra compact digital camera with 8 megapixels resolution, a 3 times optical zoom and a 2.5 inch screen. Like most modern cameras the Optio A10 features optical image stabilization.

The Pentax Optio A10 was awarded 9 out of 10 points for its functionality and 8.4 out of 10 for its photographic qualities by the camera testers.

The findings of the test:
“Positives:
* Very good image quality with good light.
* Excellent metering.
* Reliable white balance.
* Excellent colour rendition.
* Image stabilizer.
* Excellent high resolution monitor.
* Extremely well finished.

Negatives:
* Compression too strong at the highest image quality.
* Sensitive to noise above 200 ISO.
* Underpowered Flash.
* Slow zoom and auto focus.
* Limited autonomy on a single battery charge.”

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