Pentax Optio A40
The Pentax Optio A40 is a 2007 compact digital camera with a 1/1.7" CCD sensor (approx. 12.0 MP), a 37-111 mm F2.8-5.4 lens, Dedicated Li-ion power, and SD card storage.
Official image pending.
Used prices vary with condition and accessories. Japanese marketplaces are on the Japanese page.
About the Pentax Optio A40
The Pentax Optio A40 arrived in October 2007 as a compact built around a 1/1.7-type CCD with about 12 megapixels. Its lens covers 37-111 mm in 35 mm terms, a 3x optical zoom, with an aperture range of F2.8-5.4.
The body measures 91 x 57 x 24 mm and weighs 170 g, with a 2.5-inch screen on the back. Power comes from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and images are saved to SD or SDHC cards. With a 1/1.7-type sensor and 12 megapixels, it suits unhurried shooting of portraits and landscapes. The 3x zoom covers 37-111 mm, a practical range for everyday subjects, and the compact body is simple to carry for travel and family events.
Buying one used
It runs on a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Before buying, check the battery contacts, how the lens extends, whether SD or SDHC cards are read correctly, and the 2.5-inch screen.
Overview
| Maker | PENTAX |
|---|---|
| Model | Optio A40 |
| Released | October 2007 |
Imaging & lens
| Sensor | CCD 1/1.7" |
|---|---|
| Resolution | approx. 12.0 MP |
| Lens | 37-111 mm / F2.8-5.4 |
| Zoom | 3× optical |
| Monitor | 2.5" LCD |
Power & storage
| Power | Dedicated Li-ion |
|---|---|
| Storage | SD card |
| Weight | 170 g (0.37 lb / 6.00 oz) |