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  • 20 MP 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
  • f/3.5 - f/5.5 Aperture Range
  • USB 3.0 (Type-C) / HDMI Interface
  • 5x Optical Zoom
  • 3" LCD Display
  • Rechargeable DB-110 Battery
Pentax WG-8 Black Pentax WG-8 Black
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Overview

WG-8

An all-weather camera with rugged chassis that can be relied on in the harshest conditions.

The toughest of the PENTAX WG series, the WG-8 boasts outstanding waterproof, shockproof, and cold-resistant performance. It is waterproof to a depth of 20 meters, shockproof against a fall from heights of 2.1 meters, and able to operate in temperatures as low as -10°C. It has a host of advanced features and user-friendly functions, including a multi-application ring light, ideal for close-up macro photography, and web camera capability Its heavy-duty construction ensures that the WG-8 performs superbly and dependably in harsh, demanding outdoor conditions and on worksites.

Sharp, high-resolution images with 5X Optical Zoom

Combining a state-of-the-art back-illuminated CMOS image sensor that provides excellent high-sensitivity, low-noise characteristics, and high-speed readout of image data signals, with a high-performance imaging engine, the WG-8 delivers a top sensitivity of ISO 6400 and produces super-high-resolution images of approximately 20 effective megapixels. The five-times optical zoom lens with focal-length coverage from 5mm to 25mm (equivalent to approximately 28mm to 140mm in the 35mm format), and minimum focusing distance of one centimeter, allows the user to capture a wide range of images, from eye-catching close-ups to sweeping landscapes.

Webcam Function

The WG-8 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.

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.

What's Included

WG-8
Rechargeable Battery DB-110
USB Power Adapter
Power Plug
USB Cable I-USB173
Hand Strap
Macro Stand

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Product Specifications

WG-8

Lens

 
Focal Length 5 - 25 mm
In 35mm Format: Approx. 28-140 mm
Aperture Range F3.5(W) – F5.5(T)

Zoom

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

Motion Blur Reduction

 
Still Pixel Track SR
Hi-sensitivity anti-shake mode (Digital SR)
Movie Movie shake reduction mode (Movie SR、Movie SR+)

Focus

 
Type 9-point AF, Spot AF, Auto tracking AF
Focus Range 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
No. of Effective Pixels Approx. 20 MP
Sensor 1/2.3" CMOS

Number of Recorded Pixels

 
Still Size: L(20M)、M(10)、S(5M)、XS(3M)、2M、1M、VGA
•( ) in aspect 4:3.
• 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.
Movie 4K, 1920, 1280
Sensitivity (Standard Output Sensitivity) AUTO
Manual (ISO 100 - 3200)
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
Display Type 3.0″ (aspect ratio 3:2) LCD, approx. 1040K dots, AR Coating(Cover only)
Adjustments Brightness, Outdoor View Setting: ±2 Steps

Exposure Control

 
Metering System Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, Spot metering
Exposure Compensation ± 2EV ( 1/3EV steps)
Capture Modes CALS, Auto Picture, Program, Scene (HDR, Handheld Night Snap, Movie, High Speed Movie, 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) Digital Microscope
Face Detection Face Detection AF&AE is available for all modes up to 30 faces. Smile Capture, Self-portrait Assist, Self-portrait Assist + Smile Capture, Blink Detection
Pet Detection Detect Up to 1 Pet's Face (Auto)
Playback Modes Slideshow, Image Rotation, Small Face Filter, Ink Rubbing Filter, Digital Filter(B&W / Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Extract Color, Color Emphasis, High Contrast, Starburst, Soft, Fish-eye, Brightness, Miniature), HDR Filter, Movie Edit, Red-eye Edit, Resize, Cropping, Image Copy, Protect, Start-up Screen, Recover File, Auto Image Rotation
Shutter Speed 1/4000 – 1/4sec.(Mechanical and electronic shutter), 4sec at most. (Night Scene mode setting)

Built-In Flash

 
Modes Flash-on and Flash-off modes. “Red-eye” compensation function employs a pre-discharge.
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)
Drive Modes One shot, Self-timer, Continuous Shooting, Burst Shooting, M Continuous, S Continuous, Remote Control, Auto Bracketing
Storage Media Built-in Memory (approx. 27MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card,
FlashAir™ Card

Power Source

 
Battery 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)
Interfaces USB3.0(Type-C), HDMI output terminal(Type D)
Waterproof / Dustproof Equivalent to JIS Class 8 waterproof and JIS Class 6 dustproof capabilities

Physical Specifications

 
Dimensions Approx. 118.2 (W)x65.5 (H)x33.1 (D)mm /4.7 (W)x2.6 (H)x1.3 (D) inches (excluding operating and protruding parts)
Weight Approx. 242g / 8.5 oz. (Included dedicated battery and SD memory card),Approx. 215g / 7.6 oz.(Body only)

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Pentax WG-8 Black

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