> /lurker mode OFF/ > > > > 2. An Optio - which model is currently the best value to > acquire used > > without known faults? > > > > Thanks! > > > > Malcolm > > I have tried different Optios like s4, s5i and Casio Exilims > with pentax optics, but my favorite is the OPTIO SV. > > It is not the smallest one, but with acceptable size for P&S > and with some required manual control. 5X optical zoom, etc. > > Manuals for all Optios are here: > > http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/manuals_literature/ > show_manual > > YMMV > > /lurker mode ON/
Many thanks for the reply (which I still haven't seen appear on list!). SV spec looks good to me. **** Bob S wrote: >I bought an Optio SV after using my daughter's S4. It is a little bigger than the S4 or original S, but with a 5x >optical zoom vs the 3x on the rest of the Optio line-up. The LCD is bigger too. Get an Optio with an optical finder. >It cuts down on chimping and is especially useful in bright sun when the LCD gets washed out. >They were running deals on the SV ($50 off) in the US. Noted, thanks. Seems the SV is the one to go for. Something that will fit in my pocket whilst I'm out walking off the last few years weight gain :-( Regards, Malcolm
