Pentax Optio S10 - Expert Reviews

Pros: Very compact size, sharp-looking shots, good colours

Cons: Some noticeable fringing, lens distortion, some noticeable noise, can't manually change the aperture and shutter settings

Verdict: It's small, can take good looking 10-megapixel-sized images and it's easy to use. It'll struggle a little in low-light conditions, as most cameras do, but it's still a decent compact camera for all occasions.

Review summary: stylish compact 10-megapixel digital camera

Verdict: Pentax's Optio S series continues to go from strength to strength, with a stylish yet uncluttered compact digital having impressive picture quality and user friendly controls.

Pros: Nice compact size and nice styling, Easy to use, Good battery life, Quick operation

Cons: Tiny buttons on the back of the camera, Auto focus not accurate more times than I would like

Verdict: The Pentax Optio S10 is a solid little camera in nice package.

Review summary: The Pentax Optio S10 is a 10-megapixel ultracompact budget shooter. It performs well, producing sharp-looking photos with little image noise, good colours and a neutral white balance, while extra features offer excellent value for money

Pros: Excellent photo quality for the price; generally fast performance; no frills but well-chosen snapshot feature set

Cons: USB port and charger connector under battery cover; limited focal range for macro shooting

Verdict: A surprisingly good budget ultracompact, the no-frills Pentax Optio S10 delivers excellent photo quality and decent performance for relatively little cash