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Pentax Optio WS80 - User Manual

Pentax Optio WS80
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Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please
read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
53537 Copyright © HOYA CORPORATION 2009
H01-200907 Printed in Indonesia
HOYA CORPORATION
PENTAX Imaging Systems Division
2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.jp)
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Questions and Answers

  • K
    kevin91Aug 7, 2025
    Why won't my Pentax Optio WS80 Digital Camera turn on?
    • D
      donald24Aug 7, 2025
      Your Pentax Digital Camera might not be turning on for a few reasons. First, check to see if a battery is installed. If not, install a battery. Second, the battery may be installed incorrectly. Reinsert the battery, making sure to align the + and - symbols correctly in the battery compartment. Lastly, the battery might be exhausted, so try charging it.
  • A
    Alan WatsonAug 11, 2025
    What to do if the shutter will not release on my Pentax Optio WS80?
    • Q
      qwilliamsAug 11, 2025
      If the shutter won't release on your Pentax Digital Camera, it could be due to a few reasons. It may be that the flash is charging; in this case, wait until charging is finished. Alternatively, there might not be enough available space on the SD Memory Card or in the built-in memory. Try inserting an SD Memory Card with available space or delete unwanted images. Finally, the camera might be in the process of recording; wait until recording is finished.
  • S
    Sylvia MillerAug 15, 2025
    Why is the picture dark when using the flash on my Pentax Optio WS80 Digital Camera?
    • R
      Randall GarciaAug 15, 2025
      If your picture is dark when using the flash on your Pentax Digital Camera, it could be that the subject is too far away in a dark environment, like a night scene. The picture becomes dark if the subject is too far away, so take pictures within the specified flash range.
  • A
    Angela CannonAug 19, 2025
    What to do if no image appears on the display of my Pentax Optio WS80?
    • J
      Joseph SilvaAug 20, 2025
      If no image appears on the display of your Pentax Digital Camera, it could be because the camera is connected to a computer or a TV. The display is off when the camera is connected to either of these.
  • D
    Douglas WatsonAug 25, 2025
    Why is the subject not in focus on my Pentax Optio WS80 Digital Camera?
    • I
      irobinsonAug 25, 2025
      If the subject is not in focus on your Pentax Digital Camera, there are a couple of potential reasons. Firstly, the subject may be difficult for the autofocus to lock onto, such as low contrast subjects (like a white wall or blue sky), dark subjects, finely-patterned objects, or rapidly moving objects. Also, shooting through a window or net can cause focusing issues. Try shooting using the focus lock or Manual Focus. Secondly, the subject may not be in the focusing area. Locate the desired subject in the focus frame (focusing area) in the center of the display. If that’s difficult, first lock the focus on the desired subject (focus lock), and then move the camera to recompose.
  • S
    Sarah OlsenAug 28, 2025
    Why is the display hard to see on my Pentax Optio WS80 Digital Camera?
    • A
      Amy TuckerAug 28, 2025
      If the display is hard to see on your Pentax Digital Camera, it could be due to a couple of reasons. First, the brightness level of the display might be set too dark. Adjust the brightness level in [Brightness Level] in the [W Setting] menu. Second, the Power Saving function might be turned on. When this function is on, the display automatically darkens after a certain amount of time. Press a button to return to the normal brightness level. To turn the Power Saving function off, select [Off] in [Power Saving] in the [W Setting] menu.
  • J
    jorgelutzSep 1, 2025
    Why does the flash not discharge on my Pentax Optio WS80 Digital Camera?
    • T
      Timothy ChambersSep 2, 2025
      The flash on your Pentax Digital Camera might not discharge because the flash mode is set incorrectly. Set it to (Auto) or (Flash On). Also, the flash does not discharge if the drive mode or the focus mode or the shooting mode are set to specific modes.

Pentax Optio WS80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Optical Zoom5x
Screen Size2.7 inches
Video Resolution640 x 480
TypeCompact
Sensor Size1/2.3 inch
Image Sensor TypeCCD
Digital Zoom6.25x
LCD Screen Resolution230, 000 dots
Video Frame Rate30 fps
Storage MediaSD/SDHC
Image Sensor1/2.3 inch CCD
Optical Sensor Resolution10 MP
Effective Pixels10 Megapixels
Freeze ProofYes (-10°C)
Battery TypeLithium-Ion

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