Customer Reviews for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
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Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
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Get ready for adventure in any environment with the new PENTAX Optio WG-1 GPS – the next generation outdoor camera that’s tougher, smarter and more weatherproof than ever.
Specifications:
Effective Pixels: 14 MP 1/2.3” CCD Sensor
Lens Specifications: 5x Optical zoom lens (28-140mm) 6.7x Digital zoom (33.5x total zoom)
LCD Monitor: 2.7” TFT LCD (230,000 dot)
Motion Video Quality: 720p HD Video at 30fps
Image Stabilization: Pixel Track SR, Digital SR
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 80-1600, Digital SR & Manual 80-6400 (ISO 3200-6400 5M or 4M)
Images Per Battery Charge: Approx. 260 shots
Dimensions: W 4.5” x H 2.3” x D 1.1”
Weight: Approx. 5.3 oz. with SD card and battery
Storage Media: SD / SDHC / SDXC
Features:
12th generation — PENTAX’s 12th rugged generation waterproof digital camera is adventure proof, and suitable for almost any environment.
GPS functionality — GPS functionality allows for positional data recording with images for geo-tagging applications.
Waterproof — Waterproof to 33 feet is perfect for use when submerged.
Shockproof — Shockproof, ruggedized design protects from drops up to 5 feet.
Crushproof — Crushproof construction withstands weights up to 220 LBF (pound-force).
Coldproof — Coldproof to sub-freezing temps of -10°C (14°F).
Dustproof — Dustproof design protects the camera from dry, dusty environments.
14 megapixels — 14 megapixel sensor offers plenty of image detail.
Wide angle 5X internal optical zoom lens — Wide angle 5X internal optical zoom lens (28-140mm equivalent) provides flexible capture of subjects near or far.
Large 2.7 inch LCD — Large 2.7 inch LCD features a wide angle 16:9 aspect ratio with anti-reflective coating.
Digital Microscope mode — Enhanced Digital Microscope mode uses 5 macro LEDs for perfect focus and smooth, even lighting.
HDMI port — An HDMI port plays back beautiful, high def images and video on HDTVs.
720p HD video — Capture video in widescreen 720p HD at 30 frames per second.
Digital Shake Reduction — Pixel Track and Digital Shake Reduction ensure sharp, blur-free images.
What’s Included:
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Charger Kit
USB Cable
AV Cable
Carabiner Strap
Macro Stand
Software CD-ROM
Model: Optio WG-1 GPS
Average Customer Rating:
(6 Reviews) 6
(out of 6 reviews)
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4 of 6(67%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Review 1 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
Tommmmm
Location:Reading, PA
Date:July 24, 2012
Love this camera!!!
"Bought this camera before my vacation to Maui. It was awesome! Took incredible pictures on land as well as underwater! I would highly recommend it!"
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Review 2 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
photogalaxy
Location:Oregon
Date:July 20, 2012
Great but don't get wet
Model Number: WG-1 gps
"Pros: loved the crisp pics, shot out car going 65 mph was clear, photo stitching neat but haven't been able to review results yet, pet recognition cool feature, liked all the features, wish I'd had the chance to try them all out.
Cons: took less than ten underwater shots and the camera Lcd began fogging up with water. I tried drying it out by just letting it sit open but it didn't work afterward. I had followed the booklet instructions to make sure the battery/SD door was shut properly,etc. I didn't subject it to anything it shouldn't have been able to handle. Had bought it for a special trip. Took it back to Costco on return for a refund. But still doesn't make up for all the shots I wasn't able to get of my kids."
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Review 3 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
McKee
Location:Salt Lake City, UT
Date:June 8, 2012
Amazing with Everything but speed & Battery life
Pros: waterproof, consistently reliable, many shooting modes, doesn't scratch easily, macro mode is cool, lights around the lens for macro mode
Cons: gps kills the battery life, slow to start and take pictures, slow to focus sometimes, low light pictures are often blurry
Model Number: WG-1 GPS
"This little camera is GREAT! We use it at parties where we've had previous camera get dropped, stepped on, etc.. and Pentax Optio's have kept going (We had a Pentax Optio W90.. the version before they went to WG-1, worked great also until it was stolen).
Picture quality is exactly what you'd expect from a point-and-shoot, the fact that it's a waterproof lens & coverings doesn't detract, add a "film" to coverings, blur, or otherwise distort the images.
Movie Quality is Good as well. The Mic could be better, but again, totally on par with a camera of this type (vs. a real camcorder with external mic, or other options).
Underwater shots are great, we've used this in the hot tub frequently, pools a few times, hot springs, the ocean, and under waterfalls. Scuba diving in silty waters, and backpacking through muddy slot canyons. we've had to clean out the water proof lining on the battery/SD Card slot but water hasn't actually penetrated into these sections
Probably my favorite feature is the MACRO mode however. You can turn the LED's on around the lens to get well-lit macro shots without weird shadows (Sometimes those are nice, but not always). It has a Microscope mode and does a really good job of enlarging small things (We printed flash cards at a 3 point font and would read what they said with this, We looked at snow flakes, and sand crystals, and the dogs nose too, really cool stuff).
Down sides include a huge delay between pushing the power button and being able to take a picture... If you're taking landscape shots or something you'll never notice, but trying to get one of the dog doing something fun, or your wife making a face at something... that's just not going to happen. Start up time is terrible, and focus time isn't as quick as I'd like either. If the camera is already on and in use you can catch those things pretty well, but it's hard to keep the camera on for a long time because.....
Battery life is HORRIBLE with GPS on. I'm talking MAYBE 2 hours of battery time. I purchased 3 extra capacity batteries, a solar charger, a car charger, etc... just so i could keep this guy on... THEN discovered I can turn the GPS off. GPS wasn't a huge selling point here, but it was a cool feature. Instead I take a picture with my Phone (which also has GPS but still lasts MUCH longer than this camera does) and can tag my camera taken pictures later, even if, a little less precisely.
Battery life W/out the GPS is good. I keep the camera in my backpack, or pocket for things going on on Campus i'm not expecting or whatever, and now only change batteries once a month or so when I notice it gets low. I haven't had it die on me at all since turning the GPS off. Costco doesn't seem to sell the version w/out the GPS, but if they did I'd say get that one. the GPS kills the battery too much to be worth more money, They should in fact make it LESS money because of the hassle of having a constantly dead battery!
All in all this is a great camera. I Love it, my wife loves it, and it loves adventure & everything we've thrown at it (including the time we put it on video recording and put it in the birthday cake recording the person blowing out the candles and washing off the frosting and everything!). Worth getting, but make sure to leave the GPS OFF
Also in reply to the other poster... I've never had the lens fog up, or other problems with water intrusion, even in dirty, silty, muddy, or salty water."
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 4 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
leeguy
Location:Edison NJ
Date:May 29, 2012
Wished better results
Pros: rugged costco retirn policy pic quailty
Cons: not so waterproof
Model Number: WG-1 GPS
"Got this for my sons birthday , he was excited to get it .
After take 2 dozen pic in the pool the screen started to fog up. water was getting into the unit .
It continued to work but i returned it to Costco next day"
After take 2 dozen pic in the pool the screen started to fog up. water was getting into the unit .
It continued to work but i returned it to Costco next day"
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Review 5 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
ETDTX
Location:Plano Texas
Date:May 10, 2012
excellent Camera, flexible use
Pros: worry free, excellent pictures, super macro close ups, cool time lapse feature, sweet underwater pictures and video!, rugged
Cons: not any that i can think of
"Several years ago, I first bought an older model of this camera, lost it, and needed a replacement.....Replacing with this newer model was a no brainer. Bought this camera elsewhere before Costco had them available( yes i paid more). First of all, this camera gives you the carefree ability to go anywhere and do anything without worrying if its going to get wet or broken in your pocket or bag. We have taken this camera with us everywhere from a pool at Disney World, rainy humid zipline in Nicaragua to sandy beaches in Texas and it takes great pictures. Oh and we strapped it to the front of a 4 wheeler and forgot about it in 100+ weather for 4 hours after filming a run. (filled up the memory card with video of a tree, oh well) Still works great. Friends thought I had a high priced camera seeing the pics. Plenty of pixels for detail. Kids like taking pictures of ants up close and with the super macro and led lights, they look amazing! If i lose this one, buying another...check youtube, people love to use this camera for surfing and diving videos and pics"
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 6 for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Digital Camera
Rating:
camguy
Date:March 29, 2012
more pentax from costco pls
Pros: built like a tank
"Pentax have been around and always have delivered quality optics and now has entered the digital camera race. good products. what more to ask? a weather proof/shockproof camera with macro capabilities. wish more pentax comes soon."
4 of 6 people found this review helpful.
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