Quality Features

• Capture the details of every image with a 5.0 Megapixel CCD
• Zoom in on the action with precision and clarity through an all glass smc PENTAX 5X Optical Zoom lens equivalent to 36-180 mm in 35mm film format. When combined with its 4X digital zoom, the Optio SV offers up to a 20X Combined zoom.
• Take your Optio SV anywhere! Its innovative Sliding Lens System and ultra- lightweight aluminum alloy body contribute to a stylish, compact design that measures 3.0 x 1.8 x 0.9 inches and weighs a mere 5.3 ounces.
• Compose, focus, and view recorded shots easily with a large 1.8 inch LCD monitor that is bright enough for use even in direct sunlight

Performance Features

• Keep your Optio SV powered with a convenient battery charging cradle that recharges the long-life Lithium-ion Battery within the camera and a second battery at the same time.
• Operate your Optio SV quickly and easily with ergonomic mode dial that allows you to choose from Program, PICT (picture), Night Scene, Movie, Voice Recording, USER, and M (manual) modes:
  • Program mode leaves all settings to the camera for spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities.
  • Picture mode allows the user to choose from one of 12 different settings to swiftly make the most of the situation at hand.
  • Night scene mode captures a significant amount of detail while retaining the true mood of shots taken in low light.
  • Movie mode with Sound records to the capacity of your memory card.
  • Voice recording mode enables audio capability that rivals stand-alone audio recording devices.
  • USER mode retains any combination of preferred settings easy access in the future.
  • M mode allows users to adjust both the shutter and aperture independently of one another.
• Customize the camera's operation and access all your settings through the use of the function button. Gain fast access to settings for recording image size, white balance, sensitivity, and other frequently-used functions.
• Achieve the highest quality prints with JPEG (Exif.) 2.2, DPOF, Pictbridge and Epson PRINT Image Matching II technology.
• Achieve the optimal lighting results for the right subject! The Optio SV offers a choice of 3 metering options:  Spot metering, Multi-segment metering, and Center-weighted metering.
• Transfer your images quickly with high-speed USB 2.0 port compatibility.
• Focus quickly and accurately with a TTL Contrast Detection Autofocus system with 5-point wide-focus, spot focus, and infinity landscape mode.

Creative Features:

• Choose from 12 picture modes:
  • Program mode allows you to take control over a whole range of functions to produce results much closer to the ones you desire.
  • Landscape mode captures a genuine sense of space in scenic shots and is designed to enhance the different shades of land and sky.
  • Flower mode has been specially designed to bring out the vivid color and intricate detail of flowers.
  • Portrait mode carefully controls exposure to emphasize natural and healthy skin tone.
  • Night scene mode captures the mood of nighttime illumination with a slow shutter speed of up to 4 seconds.
  • Panorama assist mode allows consecutive shots of an expansive scene to be taken horizontally or vertically and then aligned and combined on a PC using the simple-to-use software provided.
  • Surf and snow mode counteracts strong reflections of light off water or snow.
  • Self-portrait mode delivers sharp results and flattering tones whenever you need to take a shot of yourself.
  • Food mode captures the brilliant colors and details of food.
  • Museum mode designed especially for use in museums and galleries allows optimal exposure to be achieved while ensuring the flash doesn't fire.
  • Sport mode allows users to stop fast moving action with a fast shutter speed
  • 3D image creates side-by-side double shots with a real sense of depth when seen through the enclosed special viewer.
• Improve the quality of portraits taken at night with a built-in flash with a Red-eye reduction* mode. (*This feature does not eliminate "red eyes" in all instances.)

Advanced Features

• Create customized images with 5 types of auto-bracketing: exposure, white balance, sharpness, color saturation and contrast.
• Enjoy SD memory card compatibility.
• Connect your Optio SV to a TV via an AV cable.