1/2.5-inch interline-transfer CCD, 8.29 MP total / 8.0 MP effective
Lens
6.3-44.1 mm lens, 38-266 mm equivalent, f/3.5-5.4, 7x optical zoom
Memory card
Built-in memory plus SD / SDHC
Max memory
Up to 32GB (SDHC; older body, 16-32GB cards are the safe choice)
Battery
Pentax D-LI72 rechargeable Li-ion battery
Size
94 x 58 x 25.5 mm
Weight
145 g with battery and SD memory card
Pentax Optio Z10 FAQ
What battery does the Pentax Optio Z10 use?
Pentax Optio Z10 uses Pentax D-LI72 rechargeable Li-ion battery. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Pentax Optio Z10 take?
Pentax Optio Z10 uses Built-in memory plus SD / SDHC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 32GB (SDHC; older body, 16-32GB cards are the safe choice); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Pentax Optio Z10 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 8.0 MP effective Pentax digital camera from 2007 with 1/2.5-inch interline-transfer CCD, 8.29 MP total / 8.0 MP effective. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Pentax options, compare Pentax Optio X and Pentax Q.
How do you transfer photos from the Pentax Optio Z10?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Pentax Optio Z10 is worth judging as its own Pentax pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Pentax Optio Z10 works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.5-inch (5.744 x 4.308 mm) CCD and 38-266 mm equivalent, F3.5 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Pentax Optio A30, Pentax Optio A40, Pentax Optio L40, Pentax *ist DL2 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
