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Pentax WG-8 4K Rugged Waterproof Camera (Black)

The RICOH Pentax WG-8 4K Rugged Waterproof Camera is a state-of-the-art camera that boasts exceptional Waterproof capabilities with a built-in Webcam function.

R10,771.00

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Description

The RICOH Pentax WG-8 4K Rugged Waterproof Camera is a state-of-the-art camera that boasts exceptional Waterproof capabilities with a built-in Webcam.

The RICOH Pentax WG-8 4K Rugged Waterproof Camera (Black) is a state-of-the-art camera that boasts exceptional Waterproof capabilities, a high-powered and adjustable Ring Light, and a built-in Webcam function.

Key Features

  • 1/2.3-inch Sensor with 20 MP
  • 5x Optical Zoom Lens
  • 3.0-inch LCD Monitor
  • Built-in-flash and Ring Light with Six LED’s
  • Waterproof
  • Shockproof
  • Cold-resistant
  • Durable Construction
  • Webcam Live-streaming
  • 4K-resolution Movie Recording
  • Full HD-resolution Video at 30 Frames Per Second
  • 18 Scene Modes
  • Back-illuminated 1/3″ CMOS Image Sensor
  • 12 Digital Filters
  • Face Recognition: 30 faces / 1x pets
  • Advanced GPS and digital compass
  • Filter Diameter 37mm
  • Choose your Camera Colour

Description

Truly built for adventurous individuals who enjoy outdoor activities such as scuba diving or rock climbing, or those documenting construction sites or civil engineering work.

Tough Design

Part of the PENTAX WG series, this compact digital camera is designed to be tough, offering robust usage in outdoor pursuits.

It is Waterproof, Shockproof, and Cold-resistant, with an operating temperature between -10°C and 40°C.

Plus, the compact and lightweight casing, at only 215g, provides a unique stability that can withstand almost any activity – including dives down to a depth of 20 metres.

High-quality Images

The WG-8 boasts a top sensitivity of ISO 6400 and produces super-high-resolution images with approximately 20 effective megapixels.

This is achieved by combining a cutting-edge Back-illuminated 1/3″ CMOS Image Sensor, which provides high sensitivity, quiet operation, and fast data readout, with a high-performance imaging engine for optimal image quality.

Fivefold Zoom Lens

The five-times Optical Zoom Lens offers Zoom range coverage from the wide angle of 5mm to 25mm (28mm to 140mm equivalent in the 35 mm format).

This range of focal lengths allows for everything from beautiful close-ups and exciting portraits to expansive landscape photography and nature shots in the telephoto range.

The lens construction itself consists of 11 elements (including 5 aspherical) in 9 groups, working with the Sensor to get you sharp, clear, and high-resolution images.

Features such as face recognition for humans and pets let you stay focussed on your subject, while a minimum focus distance of 1cm opens up the option for macro shooting.

In addition to the impressive Optical Zoom capabilities, the PENTAX WG-8 also features an intelligent Zoom function.

Depending on the selected resolution, the Zoom range can vary from 7x at 10 MP up to approximately 40.5x at VGA resolution for full versatility when shooting at a distance.

Brighten your shot

A built-in flash can make up for the lack of natural light in an image, and when used with the innovative Hand-held Night Snap mode, it will automatically capture several images to produce a single, blur-free composite photograph.

Additionally, a powerful Ring Light with Six LED‘s can be used at a macro distance to show even the smallest subjects of your photography at a larger scale.

4K Recording

The WG-8 enables 4K Resolution movie Recording using the H.264 format, allowing for the capture of high-quality film clips (3840 x 2160 pixels, 30 frames per second).

Alongside the standard Movie SR (Shake Reduction) mode, the device also features the new Movie SR+ mode, which mimics the effects of a gimbal, to create smooth and high-quality video during more fast-paced activities.

Shoot and Edit

This WG camera provides multiple metering techniques for autofocus and exposure control.

Photographers have a wide selection of exposure options, including 18 Scene Modes that let you choose the most appropriate settings for fine-tuning your subject, such as the new depth-of-field composite mode.

Additionally, the camera offers 12 digital filters, giving photographers the freedom to unleash their creative expression.

When in a time crunch, the WG-8 offers two memory locations that can be called up via the function dial for you to save your favourite settings.

3.0-inch LCD Monitor

The camera’s wide-angle range can be useful for controlling the image’s frame.

However, those who have the time and opportunity to adjust the image settings in a calm environment, or who want to review photos/videos later, will appreciate the quality of the large, brilliant Monitor.

The WG-8 is equipped with a sizable, high-resolution 3.0-inch LCD Monitor (3:2 aspect ratio, approximately 1,040,000 dots).

It features a protective cover with anti-reflection (AR) coating, to minimize any glare or reflections, ensuring a sharp, clear image on the screen, even in strong sunlight.

Additionally, the Outdoor View setting allows the user to adjust the Monitor‘s brightness to optimize visibility in changing light conditions, granting you an accurate representation of the image before it’s captured.

For precise framing, the WG-8 even offers an electronic spirit level to check the camera’s horizontal/vertical tilt.

Advanced GPS

A built-in GPS module and digital compass automatically record your position and travel log data onto the captured images as well as adjusting the built-in clock to local time for accurate image-embedded records that you can go back to.

Webcam function for live-streaming

By switching the WG-8 to its UVC (USB Video Class) mode and connecting it to a computer using the USB cable provided, it can be utilized as a web camera for real-time streaming of Full HD-resolution Video at 30 Frames Per Second.

Ideal for online business meetings or private online communications.

The web camera function does not provide an audio feed, so users will need to rely on their computer’s built-in mic for audio communications at online meetings.

What’s in the box?

  • Ricoh WG-8 4K Rugged Waterproof Camera (Black)
  • Rechargeable Battery DB-110
  • Strap (O-ST104)
  • USB Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • Power Plug

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Additional information

Weight 0.215 kg
Dimensions 3.31 × 11.82 × 6.55 cm

Specifications

CAMERA TYPE
Zoom-compact digital-still camera
LENS
Construction PENTAX lens, 11 elements in 9 groups, (5 aspherical elements)
Focal Length 5 – 25 mm, Approx. 28 – 140mm (in 35mm format equivalent)
Maximum Aperture F3.5(W) – F5.5(T)
Zoom Ratio
Optical Zoom: 5x
Digital Zoom: approx. 8.1X
Intelligent Zoom: approx. 7X at 10M, approx. 40.5X at 640 (including optical zoom)
Focal length (Macro) 9.26mm
Maximum Magnification Approx. 0.4 x
Filter Diameter 37 mm
IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT
Image Sensor 1/2.3″ CMOS /
Total: approx. 20 megapixels
Still image:
File Format /
Recorded Pixels
JPEG (conforms to Exif 2.3), conforms to DCF2.0, PRINT Image Matching III
<4:3> 20M (5184 x 3888), 10M (3648 x 2736), 5M (2592 x 1944), 3M (2048 x 1536), VGA (640 x 480)
<3:2> 18M (5184 x 3456), 9M (3648 x 2432), 4M (2592 x 1728), 3M (2048 x 1368), VGA (640 x 424)
<1:1> 15M (3888 x 3888), 7M (2736 x 2736), 4M (1920 x 1920), 2M (1440 x 1440), VGA (480 x 480)
• 2M and 1M are available only in the CALS mode.
• In the CALS mode, the aspect ratio is fixed to 4:3.
Quality Level ★★★, ★★, ★
Movie:
File Format /
Recorded Pixels
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
4K(3840 x 2160) : approx. 30fps,
1920(1920 x 1080): approx. 30fps,
1280(1280 x 720): approx. 60/30fps
Audio: File Format [Movie/Underwater Movie]
32KHz, 16bit, stereops
Sensitivity (Stand. output) AUTO, Manual (ISO 125 – 64000)
White Balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light(D:Daylight Color, N:Daylight White, W:White Light, L:Warm
White), Ring light, Manual
Motion Blur Reduction Still: Pixel Track SR Hi-sensitivity anti-shake mode (Digital SR: ISO 125 – 6400)
Movie: Movie SR, Movie SR+
Noise reduction Automatically applied when the shutter speed is slower than 0.25 sec.
FOCUS
Focus type TTL contrast detection auto focus system with AF Assist Beam
9-point AF, Spot AF, Auto tracking AF
Focus Range (From lens face)
Standard: 0.5m – infinity / 1.64ft. – infinity (entire zoom range)
Macro: 0.1 – 0.6m / 0.33 – 1.97ft. (entire zoom range)
1cm Macro: 0.01 – 0.3m / 0.03 – 0.98ft. (middle zoom position)
Infinity-landscape, Pan Focus, Manual Focus: available
Face Detection AF&AE is available for all modes up to 30 faces (1 pet)
Smile Capture, Self-portrait Assist, Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture, Blink Detection
EXPOSURE CONTROL
Metering System Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot metering
EV Compensation ± 2EV ( 1/3EV steps)
Shutter Speed 1/4000 – 1/4sec. (Mechanical and electronic shutter),
4sec at most. (Night Scene mode setting)
Capture modes
Auto Mode, Movie Mode
Scene Mode (Auto Picture, Program, HDR, Handheld Night Snap, Movie, High Speed Movie, Digital Microscope, Landscape,
Flower, Portrait, Underwater, Underwater Movie, Interval Shot, Interval Movie, Surf & Snow, Kids, Pet, Sport, Night Scene,
Fireworks, Digital SR, Report, Green, Depth of field composition)
Scene Modes Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, Night Scene Portrait, Standard, Flower, Sport, Candlelight, Blue Sky, Sunset, Text, Group
Photo, Pet, Portrait x Blue Sky, Portrait x Sunset, Portrait x Backlight
Dynamic range available (Shadow/ Highlight adjustment)
Image Tone Bright, Natural, Vibrant, Slide Film, Monochrome
BUILT-IN FLASH
Modes Force Off, Flash Auto, Fill Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync.∔Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction
Flash Range Wide: approx. 0.2 – 5.5m / 0.66 – 18 ft. (ISO Auto)
Tele: approx. 0.2 – 3.5m / 0.66 – 11 ft. (ISO Auto)
LCD MONITOR
Display Type TFT color 3.0″ LCD, approx. 1040K dots, AR Coating (Cover only)
Adjustments Brightness, Outdoor View Setting: ±2 Steps
MEMORY
Storage Media Built-in Memory (approx. 27MB)
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card FlashAir™ Card
Verified memory card Sandisk, Panasonic, Toshiba
FUNCTION
Drive Modes One shot, Self-timer, Continuous Shooting, Burst Shooting, M Continuous, S Continuous, Remote Control, Auto Bracketing
Self- timer count 10 sec, 2 sec, Remote Control (immediately, 3 sec)
Start-up Time Approx. 1.0 sec.
Release Time Lug Approx. 0.003 sec.
Continuous shooting Approx. 3 frames/sec.
Max. frames at conti. Shooting 30 (Subject dependent)
High speed continuous shooting Approx. 10 fps, 5M(4:3): up to 36 frames
Playback functions One Shot, Index (20 thumb nails, 81 thumb nails), Enlargement (up to 10X, scroll available), Movie Playback, Histogram,
Folder display, Delete, Select&Delete, Delete All, Calendar
Playback modes Slideshow, Image Rotation, Small Face Filter, Ink Rubbing Filter, Digital Filter, HDR Filter, Movie Edit, Red-eye Edit, Resize,
Cropping, Image Copy, Protect, Start-up Screen, Recover File, Auto Image Rotation
Digital filter Playback only – B&W / Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Extract Color, Color Emphasis, High Contrast, Starburst, Soft, Fisheye, Brightness, Miniature Filter
Movie edit functions Save as still image, Divide Movies, Adding title picture
Languages
Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italy, Germany, Russian,
Swedish, Danish, Indonesian, Norwegian, Hungarian, Greek, Polish, Vietnamese, Thai, Dutch, Turkey, Czech, Croatian,
Hindi, Arabic
Date Imprint Date Imprint Available (Date, Time, Date & time) (except Green)
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
GPS display mode: LAT/LON, UTM, MGRS
GPS log, GPS lock, GPS time adjustment, GPS data imprint, UTC data imprint
Electronic Compass Compass heading : Cardinal, Degrees, Cardinal/Degrees
Declination, Compass data imprint
Web Camera USB Video Class 1.1
Others
– Ring light
– USER Setting (U1/U2)
– ADJ Setting
– Green Button Setting
-Todays Shots Counter
– Electronic Leveler
– Copyright Information
– Eco Mode
– Optional screwing in DW-5 wide-angle attachment.
It is simply screwed in front of the lens and shortens the focal length by a factor of 0.8x to a focal length of 22 mm (35 mm film
equivalent). It complies with JIS protection class 7
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Water proof / Dustproof
Equivalent to JIS Class 8 waterproof and JIS Class 6 dustproof capabilitie
– Waterproof – Up to 20m(65.6ft.) for 2hours
– Shock proof – Up to 2.1m (6.8ft.)
– Operating Temperature -10℃(14°F) to 40℃(104°F)
POWER SUPPLY
Power Source Rechargeable Battery DB-110
AC Adapter Kit K-AC166(Optional)
Battery life
Still*1: approx. 340 shots
Playback*2: approx. 260 min.
*1 Recording capacity shows approximate number of shots recorded during CIPA-compliant testing. Actual performance may
vary depending on operating conditions.
*2 According to the result of RICOH in-house testing.
Charging internal, (USB Type-C), approx. 180 min.
INTERFACES
Connection Port USB3.0 (Type C), HDMI output terminal (Type D)
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Dimensions Approx. 11.82 (W) x 6.55 (H) x 3.31 (D)cm /4.7 (W) x 2.6 (H) x 1.3 (D) inches (including lens depth)
Weight Approx. 0.242kg / 8.5 oz. (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card),Approx. 0.215kg/ 7.6 oz.(Body only)