PENTAX WG-8 Digital Camera

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A top-of-the-line digital compact camera, featuring outstanding waterproof performanc; high-power, discharge-adjustable Ring Light; and webcam function

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Heavy-duty construction for underwater shooting
1/2.3” Sensor with 20 MP for High-quality, high-resolution images
Five-times optical zoom lens
4K-resolution movie recording for videos
Extensive shooting and editing functions
Advanced GPS functions and built-in digital compass
Webcam function for live-streaming

Image Sensor

1/2.3" CMOS / Total: approx. 20 megapixels

Zoom Ratio

Optical Zoom: 5x Digital Zoom: approx. 8.1X Intelligent Zoom: approx. 7X at 10M, approx. 40.5X at 640 (including optical zoom)

Built-in Flash

Flash Range approx. 0.2 - 5.5m / 0.66 - 18 ft.
Display Type

TFT color 3.0" LCD, approx. 1040K dots, AR Coating

Function

e.g. Digital filter, Digital filter, Date Imprint

GPS

GPS log, GPS lock, GPS time adjustment, GPS data imprint, UTC data imprint, Electronic Compass

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PENTAX WG-8 Digital camera - An all-weather digital compact camera highly dependable in harsh conditions

The product group of robust and waterproof compact cameras is becoming increasingly popular. They have a range of functions that other cameras and smartphones do not offer. And so the new top model in this product group shines with a range of interesting features and an extremely sturdy casing

Sharp, high-resolution images

The Pentax WG-8, the top model in the WG series, features a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor with approximately 20 effective megapixels and excellent light-gathering performance, along with a powerful image processor, to deliver high-resolution, low-noise images that maintain excellent definition even when cropped and enlarged.

Five-times optical zoom lens

In its compact, lightweight body, the WG-8 features a lens with a five-times optical zoom range of 28-140 mm (35 mm format equivalent). This covers a wide range of applications, from wide-angle shots of expansive landscapes to telephoto shots of distant subjects, but it also proves its qualities in school, research and work.

Outdoor-friendly design that allows for easy operation even with gloves

The robust housing of the PENTAX WG-8 is not only waterproof up to a depth of 20 metres and for up to two hours of continuous operation under water, as well as dustproof against dirt and dust, but also shockproof when dropped from a height of up to 2. 1 metres, shatterproof against weights of up to 100 kgf (kilopond) and cold-resistant down to temperatures of -10 °C. Thanks to this robust construction, the WG-8 works excellently and reliably in harsh, demanding locations where other cameras stay better protected in their bags.

Designed for convenient, quick operation

The WG-8 is designed for quick, error-free operation even under difficult shooting conditions. Housed in a solid body made of a high-strength aluminium plate, it allows you to switch recording modes by simply turning the mode dial, while the vertical zoom button makes it easy to operate the zoom. The control buttons on the back are spaced far apart, making them easy to use even when wearing gloves.

The WG-8 allows you to change the default settings of the ‘Green’ and ‘ADJ’ (adjustment) buttons to the functions you want (e.g. exposure compensation for still image recording, image size, aspect ratio, ISO sensitivity and white balance). Customising these settings allows you to personalise camera operation and respond more quickly to constantly changing shooting conditions. The WG-8 also allows you to programme frequently used shooting modes and/or exposure compensation settings to the mode dial's U1 and U2 positions.

User-selectable shooting modes to accommodate all types of applications

The WG-8 lets you choose the desired shooting mode from 24 options, including: Auto Picture, which automatically detects the type of a scene and selects the most appropriate shooting mode; Underwater and Underwater Movie, which reproduce the natural colors of the underwater world by optimizing white balance to reduce the bluish color cast. You can select the mode that best suits your application or subject.

A selection of Image Tone modes, identical with those featured in PENTAX Digital SLR models

The WG-8 provides six distinctive Image Tone modes to add the desired finishing touch to captured images, depending on the subject or your creative intensions. They include: Cross Process, which emulates a unique color scheme associated with a cross-processing film development technique; Vibrant, which applies bright, rich, vivid colors; and Slide Film, which creates dynamic, high-contrast images resembling those produced by reversal film.

3.0-inch LCD monitor with Outdoor View Setting for easy viewing during outdoor shooting

The WG-8 is equipped with a large, high-resolution 3.0-inch LCD monitor (3:2 proportions and approximately 1,040,000 dots). The advanced AR (Anti-Reflection) coating has been applied to its protective cover to minimize annoy-ing glare and reflections during outdoor shooting. To optimize the visibility of the on-screen image, it also features the Outdoor View Setting function, which lets you adjust the monitor’s brightness to a desired level (±2 steps) according to changes in ambient lighting conditions.

4K-resolution movie recording

The WG-8 provides 4K-resolution movie recording (at 3840 x 2160 pixels). In addition to the conventional Movie SR (Shake Reduction) mode, it also features the Movie SR+ mode in the HD and Full HD movie recording modes to assure natural,
flawless movie clips free of camera shake and distortion. The maximum recording length or image size of a single movie file is 25 minutes or 4GB.

Advanced GPS functions and built-in digital compass

The WG-8’s built-in GPS module automatically records position data and travel log data onto captured images. Since you can synchronize captured images with their position data on a map, or display travel log data on a map, you’ll have more fun during the post-shooting stages. The WG-8 also lets you imprint GPS data and directional data acquired by the digital compass and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) on the lower right corner of a captured image.

Flash Off + Flash On option for two-image consecutive shooting

Two user modes are also provided to save two sets of user-selected camera settings. Flash Off + Flash On option for two-image consecutive shooting In the Underwater mode, this creative option comes in handy when shooting un-derwater creatures. With a single shutter release, the WG-8 captures two im-ages — one without flash and another with flash — to minimize the time and trouble for camera operation and let you concentrate on the image composition.

High-power, intensity-adjustable Ring Light handy for movie recording and macro shooting

Positioned around the circumference of the lens barrel, the WG-8’s six-LED Ring Light unit not only allows you to adjust the light intensity at nine levels, but it also lets you select the desired set of lights. You can turn all LEDs on to light up the entire scene brightly and evenly to eliminate shadows, or select only the horizontally or vertically aligned ones to illuminate the subject more three-dimensionally and emphasize its contours. The Ring Light unit comes in handy for applications demanding delicate lighting adjustment, such as macro shooting.

Two macro modes and Digital Microscope

The WG-8 provides a choice of two macro modes: The standard Macro mode lets you capture a close-up image of the small subject from 10 centimeters away, while the 1cm Macro mode lets you close in on the subject to just one centimeter. It also features an Auto Macro mode, which automatically shifts the minimum focusing distance to 10cm without the need for switching to the Macro mode from normal shooting.

The WG-8’s Digital Microscope mode comes in handy when you want to swiftly switch from normal shooting to macro photography to capture the amazing microscopic world, which is often difficult to observe with the naked eye. The six-LED Ring Light unit allows you to select a faster shutter speed to minimize camera shake.

Webcam function

Simply by switching the WG-8 to the UVC (USB Video Class) mode and connecting it to a computer with an USB cable (included as a standard accessory), it can be used as a web camera* for real-time streaming of Full HD-resolution video images at 30 frames per second. By combining its macro shooting capability with the built-in Ring Light unit, you can deliver fine-detailed images during online business meetings or private online communications. You can also use the optical five-times zoom lens to share a distant subject with the audience.

Worksite applications

Worksite-friendly, heavy-duty design Equipped with a durable, rugged body assuring impeccable protection against water, dust, shock and freeze, the WG-8 is designed to assure a firm hold even with a gloved hand, and provide effortless shifting of various modes with a simple turn of the dials. The lighting-adjustable Ring Light unit comes in handy at poorly illuminated worksites, while the macro modes are useful in recording close-up images of cracks on concrete walls or iron reinforcement bar marks.

Copyright Data Imprint setting

Using the WG-8’s watermark (credit notice) function, you can imprint a total of up to 32 letters, numbers and/or symbols on a captured image. It even lets you select
the position, size and color (from seven options) of imprinted data.

WG-8 for business use

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MODEL DESCRIPTION

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)
Max. Aperture: F3.5(W) - F5.5(T)
Zoom Ratio: Optical Zoom: 5x Digital Zoom: 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

IMAGE CAPTURE UNIT

Image Sensor: 1/2.3" CMOS
Pixels: Total: approx. 20 megapixels
Still image: File Format / Recorded Pixels: JPEG(conforms to Exif 2.3), conforms to DCF2.0, PRINT Image Matching III Size: L(20M)、M(10)、S(5M)、XS(3M)、2M、1M、VGA • 2M and 1M are available only in the CALS mode. Aspect: 4:3、3:2、1:1 • 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 (Standard output): AUTO, Manual (ISO 125 - 6400)
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 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
AF Assist Beam: 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)
Auto picture 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)
Ring light: Six LEDs arranged around the lens can be switched on in different combinations, with nine levels of light intensity, to illuminate the subject three-dimensionally and emphasise its contours, especially for macro shots.

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
Movie edit functions: Save as still image, Divide Movies, Adding title picture
Digital filter: Playback only - B&W / Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Extract Color, Color Emphasis, High Contrast, Starburst, Soft, Fish-eye, Brightness, Miniature Filter
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)

OTHERS

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
: Ring light / USER Setting (U1/U2) / ADJ Setting / Green Button Setting / Changing Folder name function supported / Todays Shots Counter / Electronic Leveler / Copyright Information / Eco Mode
Screw in Filter: Using Macro Stand O-MS3 - 37mm common filter

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) - *Measured using RICOH IMAGING-original testing standards

POWER SUPPLY

Power Source: Rechargeable Battery DB-110 AC Adapter Kit K-AC166(Optional)
Battery life: Still*1: approx. 340 shots (Rechargeable Battery) Playback*2: approx. 260 min. (Rechargeable Battery) *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. 118.2 (W) x 65.5 (H) x 33.1 (D)mm /4.7 (W) x 2.6 (H) x 1.3 (D) inches (including lens depth)
Weight: Approx. 242g / 8.5 oz. (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card),Approx. 215g / 7.6 oz.(Body only)

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Supplied Accessories: Art. No. 7838 - Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery DB-110 Art. No. 30275 - USB Cable I-USB173 Art. No. 39857 - Strap O-ST104 Art. No. 30276 - Macro Stand O-MS3
Article Codes: Art. No. 01491 - PENTAX WG-8 BLACK Art. No. 01501 - PENTAX WG-8 GREEN
Market Launch: June 2024
Copyright: * The contents of this webpage are all copyrighted, and must not be used, duplicated or transmitted, whether in part or in entirety, without permission. * Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Overall rating: 4.6666665 / 5 from 3 reviews.

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"Die Kamera ist die Verarbeitung und das Handling sehr Ordentlich. Software auf der Kamera ist ok, da wäre etwas weniger Programmauswahl mehr. Was mir als nicht gut aufgefallen ist. Die Bilder Rauschen sehr schnell und Brauchen viel Licht. Für das schnelle Foto ist sie „geeignet“"

— Frank J. (4/5)

First 2 out of Many

"My interest in the WG-8 was the lens and the included ring LED system. A zoom lens of 11 elements inviting 5 ED components just had to be good, even if the aperture was only f3 5. . . and so far it has been! The ring light makes macrophotography much more convenient in the CALS mode, especially with reversed Pentax lenses like the 43mm. Looking forward to test the WR and pushing the limits of the 20 Megapixels. Having so many facilities in a pocketable camera is a good relief from my KIII + lenses + flashgun(s)"

— Patrick (5/5)

W8, un beau challenge pour l'aventure !

"Bonsoir, Pentaxiste depuis 1973 j'ai utilisé une bonne partie de la gamme d'appareils aussi bien en Pentax qu'en Ricoh GR, a l'exception des produits W. . . . Vous m'en envoyez un en prêt, je le teste et vous donne mon avis ! Amicalement, Bruno"

— Bruno J. (5/5)