Here is another Pentax compact digital camera, which was also just recently announced, the Pentax Optio M40. The camera is ultra compact which measures 18mm in size is stocked full of the typical features found on compact digital point-and-shoots, such as video capture capabilities, 3X optical zoom, and shake reduction. The most interesting feature on the camera is the ability to detect human faces no matter where they are in the frame, focus and illuminate them. The camera also comes in a variety of colors pictured above.

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Pentax recently announced the introduction of the new Pentax Optio E40 compact camera. The camera is geared toward an entry-level digital photography crowd with it promise of ease of use. Among the bells and whistles on the unit are its Face Recognition AF&AE”, which is for taking images of people. With the system the camera recognizes human faces and focuses and illuminates them wherever they might be in the frame. Also the camera features an image stabilization system, which automatically ups the ISO when needed for crisp images. The Cameras is powered by AA alkaline batteries, which may pose a problem for some, however the camera can take 240 photos with one set of batteries. Other key states include 8.1-megapixel sensor, 3X optical zoom, and 640 x 480 video recording. So the camera seems like a great entry-level digital camera for someone who wants to take pictures right out the box.

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