As much as I tell myself I’m not going down the wormhole of collecting vintage digital cameras, the evidence is undeniable. Exhibit A, this Pentax Optio W90 circa 2010.
The ultra-macro (microscope) mode of this camera drew me to it, but I am finding a lot to love. The optics are excellent, it has a manual focus option, and the three LEDs around the lens are cool as heck.
Working my way through the 24 image type presets, I am impressed. It is water and shockproof, though I am not keen to test the latter.
| Make | Pentax |
|---|---|
| Model | Optio W90 |
| Year | c2010 |
| Format | Digital (SDXC) |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch (12.1 MP) |
| ISO | 80-6400 |
| Lens | Pentax |
| 28-140mm equivalent | |
| Focus | 1cm (microscope mode) – ∞ |
| Max Aperture | f3.5 |
| Optical Zoom | 5X |
| Special Features | macro/microscope mode, LED ring, waterproof |
That is impressive!