The new Optio P80 is the latest model of the popular Optio digital compact series, and features a compact, lightweight body. It provides a host of advanced features for the capture of brilliant, sharply focused portraits. These include: an upgraded version of the Face Recognition AF & AE function, which lets the photographer capture the subject’s face in optimum focus and exposure.

The classic styling of the Pentax Optio I-10 incorporates a wide angle 5X optical zoom lens and 2.7” LCD monitor. The camera features a high-resolution 12.1 megapixel sensor as well as many useful features such as dual image stabilisation and for great portraits there is Face Detection, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, and processing modes for outstanding skin tone rendering and image composition. The upgraded Face Detection will even detect the faces of dogs and cats. Along with all this you get beautiful HD 720p movie recording.

The combination of a compact, lightweight body and outstanding waterproof and dustproof capabilities makes the new Optio WS80 an ideal choice for casual, day-to-day applications, including a variety of outdoor activities. Within its compact body, the Optio WS80 offers a number of advanced, user-friendly features. These include: the assurance of high-quality, high-resolution image reproduction thanks to 10.0 effective megapixels; an optical 5X zoom lens; a large 2.7 inch LCD monitor; HD movie recording; and a state-of-the-art Face Recognition function.  Available in White only.

The Pentax X70 digital camera features a high-magnification 24x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilisation and wide-angle to super-telephoto coverage. Sporting a highly portable, compact, lightweight body, this new all-purpose model performs superbly and effortlessly in a great variety of photographic situations — from casual day-to-day snapshots to travel and sports photography. RRP $599.