The Pentax Optio VS20 Digital Camera is a compact, 16Mp point-and-shoot with a number of other pleasing features, including manual focus and a built-in flash. From 20x optical zoom to Shake Reduction image stabilization, the VS20 makes for great image capture without the bulk or learning curve of a DSLR. Additionally, the camera also captures 720p HD video, convenient for home movies and social media posting.

For composing and reviewing shots the VS20 sports a 3.0" LCD, while the 5-100mm Pentax zoom lens gives you the range needed to shoot both close-ups and telephoto images. Features like 3-point autofocus, the option to use a remote control, and the digital level function all enhance and simplify your image making. And whether you're recording video or shooting stills, all files can be stored to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

Key Features

16Mp Resolution
3.0" LCD Screen
5-100mm Pentax Zoom Lens
1280 x 720p HD Video Capture
100-6400 ISO Sensitivity
20x Optical Zoom and 144x Combined Zoom
Manual Focus
Built-In Flash
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Slot
Auto Shooting Modes
AVAILABLE COLOUR: WHITE

Outstanding Optical Zoom

Outstanding 20x optical zoom smc PENTAX lens (equivalent to 28-560mm) can capture a very wide array of subjects

High Resolution Image Stabilization

High resolution 16Mp sensor features sensor-shift Pentax Shake Reduction image stabilization

Dual Shutter Release and Zoom Buttons

Dual shutter release and zoom buttons help to steady the camera and prevent awkward handling for sharp images and shooting convenience

Slim Design

Slim design is based upon a traditional compact digital camera footprint

3.0" LCD

Large 3" LCD with HVGA resolution (460,000 dots)

Powerful Auto Shooting Modes

Features powerful automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture, flexible scene modes, and creative special effects filters

3-Point Autofocus

Advanced 3-point TTL contrast detection autofocus with 1cm super macro

Other Focus Modes

Spot AF, Auto Tracking AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity Landscape, Manual Focus. Focus lock: Yes (by pressing the shutter release button half way)

Widescreen HD Video

Widescreen HD video in 720p at 30fps

Compatible with Optional Remote Controls

Compatible with any optional Pentax infrared remote control (not included)

Digital Level Function

A Digital Level function ensures that shots are properly level to the horizon

Capture Modes

Mode selection: Auto Picture, Program, Natural Skin Tone, Handheld Night Snap (5M), Night Scene Portrait, Night Scene, Digital Panorama (2Mp per frame), Landscape, Blue Sky, Sunset, Flower, Digital SR (ISO 3200-6400 5Mp), Kids, Pet, Portrait, Food, Fireworks, Surf & Snow, Sport, Fisheye, Sketch, Miniature Filter, Text, Frame Composite (3Mp), Movie, Green
Auto Picture modes: Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Standard, Flower, Sport, Candlelight, Blue Sky, Sunset, Text, Group Photo, Pet, Portrait x Blue Sky, Portrait x Sunset, Portrait x Backlight
Green simplified mode available: Yes
Face detection available: Yes, up to 10 faces, Smile Capture, Face Recall

Playback Modes

Mode selection: One Shot, Index (4 or 9 thumbnails), Magnification (up to 10x, scrollable), Movie Playback, Histogram, Folder Display, Select & Delete, Calendar
Mode pallet: Slideshow, Image Rotation, Stretch Filter, Small Face Filter, Digital Filter, Frame Composite (3Mp), Movie Edit, Redeye Edit, Resize, Cropping, Image Copy, Protect, DPOF, Startup Screen
Digital filters (playback): B&W, Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Extract Color, Starburst, Soft, Fisheye, Brightness, Miniature, Natural Skin Tone, Sketch
Movie edit: Save as Still Image, Movie Divide

Exposure

TTL, multi-segment metering. Compensation: +/- 2 EV in 1/3 steps. Auto Bracketing: Select exposure change from +/- 0.3, 0.7 and 1.0 EV

Focus Modes

3 point AF, Spot AF, Auto Tracking AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity Landscape, Manual

Languages Supported

English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Simplified/Traditional Chinese

Additional Specifications

Date stamp: Yes, date, date-time, time (not available in Green mode)
Digital filters (capture): Movie (B/W, Sepia, Fisheye, Miniature, Sketch)
Dynamic Range adjustment: Yes (shadow, highlight)
File/Folder customization: Folder (date, PENTX)
Digital level: Yes (tilt)
Construction: Polycarbonate
No multi-exposure, interval or HDR shooting