The WG-8 provides sharp 20MP images with low noise up to ISO 6400 sensitivity using a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor. It offers 4K resolution movie recording in H.264 format, allowing you to capture high-quality extended movie clips at 30 fps. In addition to the Movie Shake Reduction function, the Movie SR+ mode produces vibration reduction comparable to using a gimbal.
Reliably capture scenes in extreme weather conditions or challenging environments with the green PENTAX WG-8 digital camera from Ricoh. Featuring the greatest operating depth of any camera in the WG series to date, the WG-8 is submersible to depths of up to 65.6' and dustproof to IPX6. It can withstand extreme temperatures as low as 14°F, and its user-friendly design and numerous convenient features allow for easy operation of the camera. It includes a built-in ring light, 5x optical zoom, 4K resolution movie clip, and more.
BSI CMOS Sensor 20MP | 4K Video and SR+ Movie
The WG-8 provides sharp 20MP images with low noise up to ISO 6400 sensitivity using a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor. It offers 4K resolution movie recording in H.264 format, allowing you to capture high-quality extended movie clips at 30 fps. In addition to the Movie Shake Reduction function, the Movie SR+ mode produces vibration reduction comparable to using a gimbal.
5x Optical Zoom Lens and LED Ring
The 5x optical zoom lens provides a viewing angle from 5 mm to 25 mm, which is equivalent to a full-frame view of approximately 28 mm to 140 mm. The minimum focusing distance of 1 cm allows for extremely close macro shooting.
Around the lens barrel, there is a ring light with six LEDs, so you can capture clearer and sharper images in low-light conditions. The power of the emitted light can be adjusted.
Exceptional Durability
- Waterproof and submersible up to 20m
- Shockproof from heights up to 2.1m
- Dustproof equivalent to IPX6
- Freezeproof down to 14°F
- Crushproof up to 100kgf
Advanced GPS and built-in compass
The GPS unit of the WG-8 automatically records location and travel log data on captured images. Signals can be received from GLONASS and US GPS satellites. GPS data, direction data, and UTC can be imprinted in the lower right corner of an image.
Web Camera Support for Live Streaming
Use the WG-8 as a webcam by switching to UVC mode, connecting it to a computer via a USB cable, and then streaming Full HD video at 30 fps.
3" 1.04 m-Dot LCD Screen
A high-resolution 3" 1.04 m-dot LCD screen allows for wide-angle viewing. An anti-reflective coating on the screen minimizes glare and enables easier viewing even in bright sunlight. Additionally, the Outdoor View setting lets you adjust the screen brightness for optimized visibility.
Technical Specifications
- Optical Zoom
- 5 x
- Digital Zoom
- 5 x
- Sensor Type
- CMOS
- Autofocus (AF)
- No
- Image Stabilization
- No
- Built-in Flash
- Yes
- Card Support
- SD, SDHC, SDXC
- Connectivity
- USB
General Characteristics
- Kids
- No
- Thermal Printing
- No
- Weight
- 242 gr
- Colour
- Black
- Protection
- Submarine
Screen & Viewfinder
- Viewfinder
- No
- Screen Size
- 3 "
- Touch Screen
- No
- Tilting Screen
- No
Image
- Resolution (Megapixels)
- 20 MP
- Image Resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Image Format
- JPEG
Video
- Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- FPS
- 30
Important information
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