September 14, 2006	PENTAX Corporation

	PENTAX Optio E20 An entry-level compact digital camera with 6.0 effective megapixels and a 3X optical zoom lens that lets even beginners enjoy hassle-free photography

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	PENTAX Corporation is pleased to introduce the new PENTAX Optio E20, lightweight compact digital camera that comes with 6.0 effective megapixels and a 3X optical zoom lens. esigned for simple operation with conveniences like a Mode dial and powered by widely available AA batteries, the Optio E20 is an entry-level camera that provides the joy of photography to budding photographers in an easy-to-use package. Major Features 6.0 effective megapixels provide outstanding image quality Enjoy the high-quality photography of the Optio E20 delivered the high definition of 6.0 effective megapixels. The primary-color filter produces more natural, vivid colors while the 12-bit A/D converter evenly reproduces all tones from dark to light. AA battery compatible The camera can be powered with widely available AA batteries so you can always get replacements, even on vacation. Mode dial for straightforward mode selection The Optio E20's Mode dial, located on the top of the body, allows quick, clear-cut selection of the cameras eight versatile modes — six still-image shooting modes, a movie mode, and a setup mode. Simple mode is easy on beginners The Simple mode takes the guesswork out of taking pictures for first-time digital photographers. Just turning the Mode dial to Simple mode automatically sets all still-image photo settings except for Size and Quality. Large, 2.4-inch LCD monitor The Optio E20 manages to fit in a large, 2.4-inch LCD monitor despite its compact body dimensions. Not only does the monitor's size make it easy to compose and play back images, it also permits easy operation and setup thanks to its large, easy-to-read menu display. 3X optical and up to approx. 12X total zoom magnification The Optio E20 comes with a 3X optical zoom lens equivalent to a 34-102mm lens in 35mm format. When the optical zoom is paired with the digital zoom function (1X to approx. 4X), the camera can attain up to approx. 12X effective zoom magnification. Other features Supports SD memory cards; approximately 13MB of built-in memory Equipped with an video output terminal that allows playback on TV ( compatible with both NTSC and PAL ) Built-in auto flash with red-eye reduction * Macro mode allows close-up photography as near as 6 cm Capable of taking QVGA video ACDSee for PENTAX image viewer/image management software PictBridge, DPOF functions, Exif Print, and PRINT Image Matching III compatible * This mode may not eliminate "red eye" in all instances.

	SD logo is a trademark. PENTAX and Optio are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation. All other brands or product names are trademarks of registered trademarks of their respective companies. QuickTime and QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. The QuickTime logo is registered in U.S. and other countries. This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image Matching III compliant.¡¡ Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Print Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice. REMARKS :  This information is current as of the date of publication. Note that information displayed may have already been changed without prior notice.

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