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Review summary: The first in a new line of cameras for Pentax, the Optio A10 is an 8 megapixel higher-end compact camera aimed at advanced users: the company has also launched a new line for point-and-shoot users (see our preview of the E10 elsewhere on the site). ...

Pros: - Compact, stylish design- Includes shake-reduction - Solid construction - Menu system is logically designed and easy to use

Cons: - Max ISO of 400 - Appeared to be significant shadow noise at higher ISOs - Very limited manual controls - No way to save and switch between custom setting sets - Battery life is on the short side

Verdict: The A10 is a small, well-built compact camera, designed to be Pentax's new flagship of their Optio line with the addition of a shake reductrion system. But there are some serious omissions: the lack of access to commonly-used manual controls is a big ...

Review summary: The Pentax Optio A10 is an 8.0 megapixel (CCD) digital camera with a 3x Optical Zoom lens and a Shake Reduction system. It will retail for around the $350 (US$) mark. Compare prices on the Pentax Optio A10 and get the latest price on the Pentax Optio ...

Verdict: " The A10 represents a complete upgrade and overhaul of our digital camera series and will be the first model of our high-end Optio series," said Ned Bunnell, director of marketing, PENTAX Imaging Company. "With 8 megapixels, shake reduction and a new ...

Review summary: The Optio A series are so good they make us forget the S series even existed. The A10 is a well made, user friendly camera that produces great images. Colour reproduction is excellent, as are the detail levels. Some quirks when using it and a tendency ...

Review summary: An 8.3 megapixel camera with a 3x zoom and a built-in anti shake system....

Review summary: As an archaeologist, I have certainly burned up my share of film on excavations, in site surveys, and in the lab. But, all that was before the advent of digital photography. I remember well the day I donated my aluminum suitcase full lenses, filters, ...

Verdict: Seriously, though, the Optio A10 is a marvelous piece of work with a rich set of features that allow you to take superb quality photographs. I consider this camera to be an excellent value for less than $300 and I am pleased to recommend the Pentax ...