Steves-Digicams reviews Pentax Optio E50 8.1MP digital camera
The PENTAX Optio E50 has advanced functions and high resolution with simple operation that appeal to customers looking for the maximum features and a minimal price. This is successor to the E40 from last year. It features an 8.1 effective megapixels sensor, new image processing engine with increased processing performance and a high-performance PENTAX lens. The E50's 3X optical zoom lens has a focal range covering angles of view equivalent to those of a 37.5-112.5mm lens in 35mm format, which is ideal for a broad spectrum of subjects from landscapes to portraits.
This new models is equipped with Face Recognition Auto Focus and Auto Exposure function for easy, high quality portraits. This convenient function automatically detects faces, adjusts focus, and sets the optimum exposure regardless of where subjects appear the screen. A maximum of 10 people may be recognized at once and the faces are highlighted even in settings with backlighting. *Available when the photography mode is "Auto Picture", "Program", "Portrait", and "Kids" and camera is directed to the people from the front...
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