Ricoh Imaging announced two new WG series waterproof digital compact cameras (pre-orders will open soon at Adorama, B&H Photo, and Amazon):
Pentax WG-1000
The Pentax WG-1000 is an entry-level model designed for casual underwater photography to a depth of 49.2 feet (15 meters) for up to one hour of continuous operation. Lightweight yet rugged, the new camera is also well suited for a range of land-based activities – it is dustproof against dirt and stains and shockproof against a fall from a height of 6.5 feet (2 meters). It comes equipped with a carabiner strap for carrying convenience and a protective jacket to shield the camera body from scratches.
• Reliable all-weather housing that is waterproof to a depth of 15 metres
• Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor with approx.16.35 effective megapixels
• 4x optical zoom lens
• Built-in-flash
• Seven different shooting mode
• 20 colour modes available to create images according to your own ideas
• Full HD Movie recording
• Useful accessories included in the scope of delivery
• Can be sterilised with special solvents
Pentax WG-8
The Pentax WG-8 is the top-of-the-line model, developed to be the toughest of the PENTAX WG series. It’s waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters), shockproof against a fall from heights of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters), and able to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Even in demanding conditions, it captures super-high-resolution still images of approximately 20 effective megapixels and high-quality 4K-resolution movie clips. Available in black or green, the WG-8 effectively replaces the current-model RICOH WG-6 camera as the premium offering in the product line.
• 1/2.3” Sensor with 20 MP for High-quality, high-resolution images
• Five-times optical zoom lens
• Heavy-duty construction for underwater shooting
• 4K-resolution movie recording for videos
• Extensive shooting and editing functions
• 18 Scene modes
• 12 Digital Filters
• Face recognition for 30 faces / 1x for pets
• 3.0-inch LCD monitor with wide viewing angle
• Built-in-flash
• Advanced GPS functions and built-in digital compass
• Powerful ring light with six LEDs
• Webcam function for live-streaming
• Filter Diameter 37 mm e.g. for adapting Wide angle adapter
The new Pentax WG-1000 and WG-8 cameras are already available for pre-order in the UK
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