Pentax introduces new P80 and E80 Optio compact digital cameras

The new Optio P80 is the latest model of the popular Optio P series of digital compact cameras, and features a slim, lightweight body with advanced features including: 12.1 megapixel CCD for detailed images, large prints, and cropping flexibility, Pentax 4X wide angle optical zoom is equivalent to 27.5-110mm focal length and large 2.7 inch LCD with 230,000 dot resolution for accurate composition and playback of still images and video.

The Pentax Optio E80 comes equipped with a host of user-friendly features and functions to make high-quality digital photography effortless even for first-time digital camera users. These include easy-to-press, large control buttons, the Pentax original Auto Picture mode that automatically selects the most appropriate shooting mode for a given subject or scene and world-standard AA-size batteries as a power source.

Available in the Black, Pearl, and Mint, the Optio P80 will be available in September 2009 at $199.95 USD. Available in Silver or Black, the Optio E80 will be available in September 2009 at $129.95 USD.