Feel the Power
BenQ DC C840 features a large 2.5" LTPS screen and 8MP resolution with 3x optical zoom. The P/Av/Tv/M function gives you full control & autonomy to decide how your image will come out.
To ensure the best image quality, C840 is equipped with the Pentax lens, that achieves 99.8% light penetration.



Shake Free and High ISO Portrait Mode
Eliminate the chance of getting blurry photo
The Shake-Free and High ISO portrait mode let you capture crisp images in low-light condition environment. With the ISO supports up to 1600, the new BenQ C840 is one of the most light-sensitive models in its class. 
The High ISO is great function to use when you like to capture a moment under dim light condition; such as in a romantic restaurant, a beautiful art gallery or a museum where flash cannot be used.

Face Tracking function
Detect and track human faces and then focus to ensure the people are perfectly presented in terms of color and clearness in the photos.

P/Av/Tv/M Mode
The new C840 PASM mode gives you quick access to Program,Aperture priority, Shutter priority and Manual. Taking control over the aperture/shutter enables you to explore your creativity and imagination.

Program Mode
Use the Program mode to control exposure compensation (how much light enters the camera)
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture based on the scene lighting. Program mode offers the ease of auto shooting with full access to all menu options.

Aperture Priority
Use Aperture priority mode to control aperture and exposure compensation
The camera automatically sets the shutter speed for proper exposure. Aperture priority mode is primarily used to control depth of field.

Shutter Priority
Use Shutter priority mode to control the shutter speed and exposure compensation
The camera automatically sets the aperture for proper exposure. Shutter priority mode is primarily used to prevent blur when your subject is moving. To prevent camera shake, use a tripod for slow shutter speeds.

Manual
Use the Manual mode for the highest level of creative control
You are free to set the aperture and shutter speed accroding to the scene, and the exposure compensation changes as a result of those settings.

Opitical zoom during movie recording mode
The optical zoom in movie mode allows you to zoom in and out for a sharp and clear view during the video recording. You can easily switch between shooting mode and recording mode at ease. 



Specifications

Sensor
CCD

Image
8M

Picture Resolution
3264 x 2448 (8M), 3264 x 2176 (3:2), 3264 x 1840 (16:9), 2816 x 2112 (6M), 2272 x 1704 (4M), 1600 x 1200 (2M), 640 x 480 (VGA)

Lens
ff= 6.2 (W) ~ 18.6 (T) mm
F2.8 (W) - F5.2 (T) (35mm film equivalent: 37.5 ~112.5mm)

Zoom
Optical: 3x
Digital: 4x

Focus Range
Normal: 50 cm to infinity
Macro: 15 cm

Shutter Speed
1/2000 sec ~ 8 sec



Display Size
2.5" LTPS LCD

Display Resolution
150,000 pixels

ISO Equivalent
Auto / 50 / 100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1000

White Balance
Auto/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent (H)/ Flouroscent (L)/ MWB

Flash
Auto / Red-eye reduction / Forced on / Slow sync / Forced off

Self-Timer
10 sec, 2 sec, 10+2 sec

Movie Mode
720 x 400 (16:9) / 640 x 480 / 320 x 240; M_JPEG movie format; Continuous recording with sound

Storage
Built-in 6 MB (Usable) / SD card compatible up to 4 4G SDHC

Interface
Digital out: USB 2.0
Audio / Video output ( NTSC/PAL)

Battery
AA Battery x 2 (Alkaline or NiMH)

Dimensions
91.5 x 61.5 x 32 (26 slimmest) mm

Weight
140g (without Battery & SD card)

Product Color
Black

Accessories (Standard)
USB cable / Software CD ROM / User's Manual / Hand Strap / Pouch / AV Cable / AA battery x 2 - Battery charger set