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[#1] Posted: 10/17/2011 - 10:33:02 AM
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I'm a tad slow, but just came across information that the Pentax Optio W90 has been replaced with the Pentax Optio WG-1.

Some improvements and hopefully the battery has a bit more life than the one for the W90.

Regardless ... I really like my W90.

Optio WG-1

Noted prices at a smidge over $200 ... not too bad.





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[#2] Posted: 10/17/2011 - 12:57:25 PM
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Very nice. I want the purple one.

Do you know how low you can set the resolution? I rarely need more than 1 megapixel, much less 14.

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[#3] Posted: 10/17/2011 - 1:29:25 PM
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They're saying 320x240 with something called QVGA. They probably have the usual 640x480 with the "good, better, best" quality setting.

I use 640x480 for all my stuff; each pic ends up about 110kb.


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[#4] Posted: 10/17/2011 - 2:54:52 PM
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I'm considering the purple one as well.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with my W90, but the shape of the WG-1 is intriguing from a grip-ability (new word) standpoint. I was able to get what I call the W90 "camera condom" from Pentax. It is a rubbery sleeve that provides some extra "grip" on the W90.

The new shape and extra rubber bumpers on the WG-1 are likely a response to that from users.

I'm kinda like Kurt and his flashlights ! ... I've not yet pulled the trigger on the Olight M20 and may hang loose and get the WG-1 instead.

Can't say "why" for sure ... but it is giving me pause for concern/consideration. But then its like another hole in the head ... I really don't "need" it.


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[#5] Posted: 10/18/2011 - 07:39:54 AM
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Amazon is offering some nice package deals with this cookie. Just thought I'd pile on the incentive.


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