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Pentax Optio M40 Digital Camera Review
by Karen M. Cheung
QuickTake:
Pros: Thin, lightweight, and portable design, Effective flash over long distances, Low noise levels through ISO 800, Good dynamic range at low ISO sensitivities, Well organized, customizable photo software, Affordable price
Cons: Loud zoom lens with barrel distortion and limited aperture, No zoom in Movie mode, No optical/mechanical image stabilization, Lens blurs the edges and corners of the frame, Overpowering flash at short distances, Terrible noise and low dynamic range a
Introduced in July 2007, the 8-megapixel Pentax Optio M40 is one of a number of 3x optical zoom cameras on the market for less than $200....