Description Pentax WG-8 All-Weather Camera with Heavy-Duty Construction and 5x Optical Zoom Lens (Black) The new Pentax WG-8 is proudly announced by Ricoh Imaging.The Pentax WG-8, the toughest model in the WG series, offers exceptionalperformance in terms of being shockproof, waterproof, and resistant to cold. Itcan function in as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 10 degrees Celsius), andit is waterproof down to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters). It is also shockproofagainst falls from heights of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters). The WG-8 boasts a plethoraof sophisticated features and intuitive functionalities, such as an adaptablering light that is perfect for up-close macro photography and webcamfunctionality that allows for the live broadcasting of sharp, high-definitionphotographs when linked to a computer. Because of its sturdy design, the WG-8operates incredibly well and consistently on construction sites and inchallenging outdoor environments. It takes excellent 4K-resolution movie clipsand extremely high-resolution still photos with about 20 effective megapixels.With a minimum focusing distance of one centimeter and focal-length coverageranging from 5 to 25 mm (or 28 to 140 mm in 35 mm format), the 5x optical zoomlens enables the user to record a wide range of photos, from striking close-upsto expansive landscapes. Rugged and Durable Build The solid, airtight body of the WG-8 is not only dustproof (equivalent to IPX6or JIS Class 6), resistant to temperatures as low as minus 10 degrees C,crushproof against weights of up to 100kgf (kilogram-force, or approximately220.5 lbs of force), shockproof against a fall from heights of up to 6.8 feet(2.1 meters), and waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters) – the greatestoperating depth in the history of the WG series. Because of its sturdy design,the WG-8 performs incredibly well and consistently on construction sites and inchallenging outdoor environments. Premium Image Capture The WG-8 produces super-high-resolution images with an approximate 20 effectivemegapixel resolution and a top sensitivity of ISO 6400. It does this bycombining a high-performance imaging engine with a state-of-the-artback-illuminated CMOS image sensor that offers excellent high-sensitivity,low-noise characteristics, and high-speed readout of image data signals.Additionally, it incorporates cutting-edge picture processing features toguarantee crisp, high-resolution photos. Lens and Coverage With a minimum focusing distance of one centimeter and angle-of-view coveragefrom 5mm to 25mm (or roughly 28mm to 140mm in the 35mm format), the WG-8’s 5xoptical zoom lens enables the user to take striking close-ups of widelandscapes. Its Interval Shooting mode is useful for fixed-point photography,and its Intelligent Zoom function allows you to zoom in up to 40.5 timeswithout sacrificing image quality. While opting for fixed-point photography,Interval Shooting mode is the option to select. 4K Movie Recording With the WG-8, you can record movies in 4K resolution in the H.264 codec, whichlets you take longer, better-looking movie clips (3840 x 2160 pixels, 30 framesper second). It has two modes: Movie SR (Shake Reduction) and Movie SR Plus.Movie SR Plus produces a shake-reduction effect akin to that of a gimbal unitto guarantee high-quality movie shooting with more dynamic, quick-paced outdooractivities. Convert to a Webcam When the WG-8 is in the UVC (USB Video Class) mode, it may be used as a webcamto transmit Full HD-resolution video images at 30 frames per second to acomputer via a USB cable (which comes with the device as standard equipment).During online business meetings or private online conversations, the user canprovide more detailed and imaginative photographs than those taken by thecomputer’s built-in camera by combining the camera’s macro shooting capacitywith its built-in Ring Light unit. Six-Bulb Ring Light The six-LED Ring Light unit of the WG-8 is positioned around the perimeter ofthe lens barrel, allowing the user to decrease camera shake and subject shakewhen taking macro and close-up photos and to select a faster shutter speed. Itis possible to change the discharge level to the desired level. Additionally,this unit offers selective illumination, which allows the user to highlight thecontours of the subject and illuminate it in a more three-dimensional manner byjust turning on the lights that are aligned horizontally or vertically. LCD Monitor The 3-inch LCD monitor on the WG-8 is largeand has excellent resolution(3:2 ratio and roughly 1040000 dots). Sharp, clear on-screen images areguaranteed even in intense sunlight thanks to the AR (Anti-reflection) coatingthat has been put to the monitor’s outer cover. The Outdoor View Setting letsthe user maximize the visibility of the on-screen image by adjusting themonitor’s brightness level in response to variations in the surroundinglighting. GPS and Compass The integrated GPS module automatically sets the built-in clock to the localtime, captures position data, and logs travel logs onto photos that are taken.This module is able to receive signals from US GPS satellites and the GLONASS(Global Navigation Satellite System) with only one action. Using previouslyobtained position data, the GPS Lock function allows the user to save GPS dataonto produced photographs. This is a very useful feature for indoorphotography. Images can also have the imprint of GPS data, digital compassdirection data, and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) in the lower right corner.
