The Casio WQV-1 Wrist Camera, released in 2000, was the world's first wristwatch equipped with an integrated digital camera. It features a 0.028-megapixel CMOS sensor capable of capturing images in a 16-step grayscale. The device has a 1MB internal memory that stores up to 100 photos, which are displayed on a 120×120 pixel monochrome STN LCD.
For data transfer, the watch utilizes an infrared (IR) beam to transmit images to other WQV-1 units or a PC, though computer connectivity originally required a dedicated "PC Link" software and hardware kit.
Emerging as a dominant player during the transition to quartz, Casio made the wristwatch from a fragile accessory into a specialized tool. Beginning with the Casiotron in 1974 and resulting in the genesis of the G-Shock in 1983, the Japanese manufacturer pioneered shock resistance and multi-functional digital watches.
Overall Grade: 7 / 10 | Good Condition, Visibly Worn Production: est. 2000's Contents: Watch Only Genre: Sports Watch
Size: approx. 35x48mm Thickness: approx. 16mm Lug Width: Integrated
Case: Dark grey resin case, matte finish, visible wear Bezel: Dark grey resin with button indicators, matte finish, visible wear Dial: 1.1 inch monochrome LCD, 120x120 dot resolution, functional Hands: ---
Crown: 5 case-side pushers, visible wear Crystal: Flat mineral crystal, no A/R coating, visible wear Bracelet: Black resin strap and buckle, visible wear Caseback: Stainless steel, solid, screwed down, visible wear Movement: Quartz Caliber: Module 2220