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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 monitors brightness to a desired level (+-2 steps) according to changes in ambient lighting conditions.

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.

The WG-8s 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, youll 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.

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.

Positioned around the circumference of the lens barrel, the WG-8s 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.

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-8s 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.

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-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.

Using the WG-8s 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.

Specifications for Pentax WG-8 Digital Camera:

Features of Pentax WG-8 Digital Camera

• Heavy-duty construction for underwater shooting
• 1/2.3in 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

Package Contents:

• Pentax WG-8 Digital Camera
• Macro stand O-MS1