Pentax Optio LS465

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 4 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

0
Average:

0
Bad:

3

Pros:

Small, features, ease of use, price, value

Cons:

Image noise at high sensitivities, using the entire screen only at reduced resolution of 12megapixels, images are soft at full zoom

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Last revision on June 11, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Small, features, ease of use, price, value

Reviewers Didn't Like

Image noise at high sensitivities, using the entire screen only at reduced resolution of 12megapixels, images are soft at full zoom

Expert reviews and ratings

By TechRadar on June 01, 2013 40

The entry-level ultra compact camera market has always been fierce, and now even more so with high-end smartphone cameras now rivalling the image quality of a dedicated point and shoot camera. Pentax's latest addition to this competitive sector is the...

By ePHOTOzine on August 24, 2012 60

It does appear that Pentax have very much designed this camera with the ladies in mind, it's picture with a lipstick on their website and is available in pink and purple, possibly not the ideal choice for many men! But for the gents, there is the black...

By What Digital Camera on July 27, 2012 86

The new Pentax Optio LS465 is a budget, ultra-compact digital camera that can customise its looks thanks to swappable ‘skins' designed to change the camera's face plate, presumably in order to help it match your outfit. This is quickly backed up by a...

By Expert Reviews on July 26, 2012 60

A fun design, but better image quality is available at this...

By Trusted Reviews on July 04, 2012

1/2.3inch 16MP CCD sensor 5x optical zoom (28-140mm) 720p HD video capture at 30fps Snap-on covers for a personalised feel Built-in digital filters and effects Targeted primarily at casual snappers and young about-town types, the Pentax Optio LS456...

By gizbot.com on May 23, 2012

Pentax is in news in the camera market with the launch of an innovative entry-level digital camera Optio LS465. It can be referred to as a pocket camera as this camera with fashionable appearance fits into any small jacket pockets. You can make use of...