The new vertical shooting digital camera from Pentax has arrived, and I must say, it's pretty fabulous. The Optio VS 20 is packed with features that are both useful and fun. This is a user friendly camera, and is easily navigated on the generously sized LCD display. I've had this camera with me in a variety of settings over the past week, and it's proved itself time and time again. Whether shooting fast moving kids (yes, they've included a setting specifically for children) night scenes, or landscapes this camera is totally up for the task.
In addition to the convenience of dual shutters (both shutters are equipped with zoom sliders), the 20x digital zoom capability allows you to capture every detail with a truly impressive precision. While I've used digital cameras in the past that boasted the same zoom capability, they often pixelated the images when the zoom was utilized at it's maximum potential. That is not an issue with the Optio VS 20. This camera zooms in on even the most obscure objects and captures them in great detail. In some cases you may even be surprised by what this camera reveals. I've taken pictures this week (with the Optio VS 20) of areas that I've easily shot 10 times before, and this camera has revealed new details that I hadn't realized before.
We were out and about in the city quite a bit over the past week, and I caught some great shots around town. The vivid color, crisp details, and again; that 20x zoom capability all lend hand in capturing beautiful images every time.
These are some of the images that I captured this week:
Pictured above: 49th & 5th Avenue, Manhattan, New York
Pictured Above: The Lego Store at Rockefeller Center, Manhattan, New York
Pictured Above:The Berenstain Bears Live (currently playing off Broadway), New York
Pictured Above: St. Patrick's Cathedral, Manhattan, New York
Pictured above: St. Patrick's Cathedral, Manhattan, New York
The features of the Optio VS 20 Include:
- Outstanding 20X optical zoom lens (equivalent to 28-560mm) can capture a wide array of subjects.
- High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization.
- Dual shutter-release and zoom buttons help to steady the camera and prevent awkward handling for sharp images and shooting convenience.
- Slim design is based upon a traditional compact digital camera footprint.
- Large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution (460,000 dots).
- Features powerful automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture, flexible scene modes and creative special-effects filters.
- Advanced 3-point autofocus with 1 cm super macro.
- Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 FPS.
- Compatible with any optional PENTAX infrared remote control (sold separately).
- A Digital Level function ensures shots are properly level to the horizon.
- Available in noble black and brilliant white.
Check out my hands on video review of the features included with the Optio VS 20 below:
Overall, the zoom capabilities, dual shutters and brimming features join together to create some truly spectacular images. The Optio VS 20 is currently available at select retailer's Nationwide, and retails for $249.99. You can also find the Optio VS 20 online at http://www.pentaxwebstore.com/ (they currently offer free shipping on orders over $99).
Ready to experience the Optio VS 20 for yourself? One Lucky One Savvy Mom reader will receive a Pentax Optio VS 20 in the Nobel White color choice (RV$249.99).
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Published March 16, 2012
High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization. I really need shake reduction when I take pictures.
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I am most excited about the - High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization.
ReplyDeleteWhy? We have a family beach condo and we are always out on the water boating, jet skiing, sailing, etc. All my other cameras take really terrible pics thanks to the boat shaking and rocking. So, that is the feature that I really love about the camera you reviewd.
I like the slim design!
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The Outstanding 20X optical zoom lens is what excites me the most about this camera
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i like the shake reduction image
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A 20x zoom lens will be nice for getting the shots at school functions.
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ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful giveaway! I love the slim design and zoom function!
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I like the image stabilization as this would go a long way in reducing any image blur.
ReplyDeleteI like the high-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization.
ReplyDeleteanita dot truck at gmail dot com
I love the zoom capability. Sounds like you could capture some fabulous shots
ReplyDeleteThe feature I'm most excited about is the Dual shutter-release and zoom buttons help to steady the camera and prevent awkward handling for sharp images and shooting convenience because I'm not very steady when it comes to taking pictures.
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I like the 20x optical zoom lens.
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I love close ups and nature pics, so the 20x optical zoomlens sounds great to me.
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I'm most excited about the Outstanding 20X optical zoom lens feature
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Love the 20X zoom and the size of the camera. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI'm most excited about the large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution (460,000 dots).
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That 20X zoom is awesome, love it!!!
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I'm most excited about the 20x zoom capability. 2 years ago, I was proposed to in Maui. I spent 10 lovely days there and the biggest regret was that my digital camera was slow at taking pictures and that it couldn't zoom in! I missed alot of great pictures of the whales. All I have are pictures if splashes in the distance.
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I am excited about the dual shutters. Maybe I'll get a decent pic.
ReplyDeleteThe sleek size! Athena
ReplyDeleteI'm excited by the slim design. It would be so easy to take everywhere!
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I like the 20x optical zoom and the slim design!
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I love the size and the 20X zoom! What a nice giveaway. reitzell7@aol.com
ReplyDeleteHaving a 20x zoom that doesn't give me carpal tunnel issues?? I'm IN! I KNOW I'd get great shots of my jewelry creations - much better than I get with the camera I have now. Your YouTube video about the camera was GREAT! Loved being able to see all the settings available (and your NYC pics look great! Amazing detail!!!)
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I like the Dual shutter-release and zoom buttons for stability.
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I love the size and the 20X zoom, thank you so much for the giveaway. we really appreciate it.
ReplyDeleteThe 20X Optical Zoom is the best feature!!!
ReplyDeleteI like the 20X optical zoom lens feature as well as the HD video.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the 20x digital zoom capability features!
ReplyDeleteI am excited about the Dual Shutter: release and zoom buttons help to steady the camera & prevent awkward handling for sharp images & shooting convenience.
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I like that it has 20x digital zoom and great detail. Plus powerful automatic shooting modes. Also like slim design.
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I'm very interested in the Shake Reduction image stabilization feature. More and more this has become an issue with me.
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I love the 20x digitial zoom great for getting great images of my kids without them stopping to look.
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I love the 16 MP sensor features sensor-shift and the shake reduction and the widescreen hd
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I like the automatic shooting modes
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I like that it has Large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution! Love being ble to see the pic!
ReplyDeleteThe Optio VS feature that I like the most is the 20X Optical Zoom Lens.
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I like the High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization because I have shaky hands!
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I love that it has a 20x zoom feature, plus the shake reduction feature. All help to capture a great picture
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I am really excited about the Pentax's zoom capabilities... I often am out in the field, taking images of wildlife or situations that can be dangerous, so the further I am from them the better!
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The high-resolution 16-megapixel sensor.
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The 20x optical zoom is sweet!
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the zoom sounds amazing, i would love to have this camera
ReplyDeleteI am most excited about the Shake Reduction image stabilization.
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the automatic shooting modes
ReplyDeleteI am most looking forward to PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization...With running around and shooting active children, this would save not only my photos but my sanity as well!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite feature is the large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution!
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I really like the fact that it has Widescreen HD video in 720p. That way, I don't have to carry a separate video camera around!
ReplyDeletei really like the 20X optical zoom lens
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i like the shake reduction image stabilization
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It would have to be the 20X zoom capacity. My camera gets 12X and I thought that was good...20X is awesome especially for sporting events for my kids.
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The 20X zoom would be incredible!
ReplyDeleteI like the high resolution the best!
ReplyDeleteI like the offset lens and no pixelation when using max zoom
ReplyDelete20X optical zoom lens which is great when you can't get close to take a picture.
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I completely adore the fact that i can change the settings with the type of wheather like snow so the pictures i capture come out really well! I also cant believe they have an awesome quality for pictures because i love to capture my children in action over the summer and when they run around having fun!
ReplyDeleteI like the Large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution. I always have to put my reading glasses on to take pics with my camera because the screen is so small.
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I like the 20X optical zoom lens
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i love the zoom capabilities
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I am excited about the 20X optical zoom lens, the picture quality would make you say WOW!
ReplyDeleteThe 20x digital zoom sound very exciting to me. My current camera only as a 10x zoom... I would get double with this camera.
ReplyDeleteI am most excited about the 20X optical zoom lens
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the digital zoom!
ReplyDeleteI love the outstanding 20X optical zoom lens (equivalent to 28-560mm) can capture a wide array of subjects. I can use a really good camera & this may it!
ReplyDeleteThat is 4 times the MP of my old camera!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway! I'm most excited about the shake reduction feature.
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The zoom capabilities are the most exciting to me! I can never get in close enough without being right in front of my kids faces! I like to capture them without them knowing!
ReplyDeleteI am most excited about the shake reduction. I really need this because I always end up holding one wiggling child while trying to take a picture.
ReplyDeleteI love the zoom. My current camera doesn't zoom like I'd like!
ReplyDeleteI love the 20X Optical Zoom & how slim it is!
ReplyDeleteI'm excited about the 20X optical zoom lens because whenever I try to use my camera to zoom in, it still doesn't look very close.
ReplyDeleteOMG what's NOT to like! I am MOST excited about the capture feature that eliminates streaking of moving subjects such as kids and pets (as discussed in your youtube demonstration). I also would be excited with such a full zoom to use on the sports fields to catch my kids with clear action shots. Also the tripod attachments to use vertical or horizontal. Wow.cool. wow!
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like the 20x zoom
ReplyDeleteI would be most excited about the 20X optical zoom lens.
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I love the 20x optical zoom!! I also like the high resolution and how small and compact it is. So much easier to carry around then my slr, and better quality photos then my phone. Thanks for the giveaway!!!
ReplyDelete20x optical zoom is just insane!
ReplyDeleteI like the slim design!
ReplyDeleteThe 20x zoom is a great feature considering this is a compact camera
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I like the shake reduction image.
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I love that it has high-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite feature is powerful automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture, flexible scene modes and creative special-effects filters....very cool. :-) Thank you.
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I like the Large 3" LCD
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I like Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 FPS
ReplyDeleteI love the slim design :)
ReplyDeleteI love the sleek design and the 20X Optical Zoom Lens.
ReplyDeleteI like the Pentax Optio VS 20's ability to record widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 FPS.
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I am most excited by the Advanced 3-point autofocus with 1 cm super macro.
ReplyDeleteI like the 20x optical zoom
ReplyDeleteI like the 20X optical zoom lens the most!!
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I like Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 FPS
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the Dual shutter-release
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I have to agree. I like the High-resolution 16 megapixel sensor features sensor-shift Pentax Shake Reduction Image Stablization.
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I really like the High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization. I am known for taking blurry pictures.
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I am most excited about the shake reduction image stabilizer.
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I like the 20X optical zoom
ReplyDeleteThe zoom! Outstanding for such a small camera!
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The settings, especially for the kids!
ReplyDeleteI would have to say the 20X optical zoom lens. I have a hard time getting a camera with enough zoom to get good pics of my girls in their school gym. Thank you!!
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I like the Large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution
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I like the autofocus function.
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I like the High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor feature.
ReplyDeletethe 20x optical zoom, clear zooming is very important to me
ReplyDeleteI like the dual shutter-release and zoom button. I have a really hard time holding my camera steady to get good shots.
ReplyDeleteI like the dual shutter-release and zoom button. I have a really hard time holding my camera steady to get good shots.
ReplyDeleteThe 20x optical zoom is hugely impressive in such a small camera!
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I really like the Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30 FPS feature
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The sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization would be great!
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20x optical zoom
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I love the easy switch to video.
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the great slim and light design
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20X optical zoom lens better then my 12x zoom
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I like the shake reduction image stabilization feature
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Zoom lens will be great for football games!
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The 20x Zoom capability! That would really help me capture those little moments that I'm not always close for!
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It's a tie between the image stabilization and the long lens. The lens is amazing for such a small camera. leesawho at yahoo
ReplyDeleteHigh-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization is what I am the most excited about
ReplyDeletelove the zoom capability
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I love the large 3 inch screen.Thanks!
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The automatic shooting modes intrigue me the most.
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I like the shake reduction image stabilization feature.
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Love the 20X optical zoom lens; this camera looks pretty amazing!
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Shake Reduction image stabilization.
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ReplyDeleteHoly crap, how do they cram a 20X optical zoom lens on that small of a camera?! That is what I am most excited about.
Shake reduction image stabilization - everyone in our family is a bit shaky so this would be very helpful in getting good photos.
ReplyDeleteI love that it has shake prevention, I need that for close ups!
ReplyDeleteI love that it can take Widescreen HD video in 720p - how amazing would home movies look in HD? Thanks!
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The shake reduction, would be useful for me.
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20X optical zoom
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High-resolution 16-megapixel sensor features sensor-shift PENTAX Shake Reduction image stabilization.
ReplyDeleteI don't know why all my photos come out shaky, but perhaps this will help?!
I'm excited about the 20x digital zoom capability.
ReplyDeleteThe 20x zoom! That is crazy good compared to my camera right now.
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I really love the zooming capability
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I am most excited about it having 16-megapixel.
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The 20X optical zoom lens sounds fantastic.
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