Pentax WG-3 16 Megapixel Waterproof Dust/Cold/Shock-Proof Digital Camera, Orange

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2013-07-08T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

So far, so good

Switched to Pentax from Canon d20, which leaks. So far very pleased. No leaks (checked 1 ft depth only). Image quality: focusing is good, colors - good, macro - good. Haven't tried underwater yet.

OLEKSIY M.

Pentax WG-3 Specifications

  • Resolution

    Effective: 16 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 16.79 Megapixel

  • Sensor

    1/2.3" CCD w/primary color filter

  • File Formats

    S

  • Recorded resolutions

    Still: 16M (4608x3456), 12M (1:1, 3456x3456), 12M (16:9, 4608x2592), 7M (3072x2304), 5M (16:9, 3072x1728), 5M (2592x1944), 4M (16:9, 2592x1464), 3M (2048x1536), 2M (16:9, 1920x1080), 1024 (1024x768), VGA (640x480) Movie: HD (1920x1080p30, 1280x720p60/30)

  • Quality levels

    best, better, good

  • Lens

    Type/construction: PENTAX zoom lens, 9 elements, 7 groups (4 aspheric elements), protective cover w SP coating
    Aperture: F2-4.9

  • Zoom

    Optical zoom: 4X
    Focal length (equiv.): 4.5-18mm (25-100mm)
    Digital zoom: 7.2X
    Combined zoom: 28.8X
    Intelligent zoom: Approx. 6X at 7M to 28.8X at VGA

  • LCD / Viewfinder

    LCD screen: 3" widescreen TFT color LCD w anti-reflective coating on cover
    LCD resolution: HVGA 460,000 dots
    Wide angle viewable: Yes (approx. 170° horizontal/vertical)

  • Focus System

    Type: TTL contrast detection autofocus, AF assist lamp, Macro Illuminating LEDs
    Focus modes: 9 point AF, Spot AF, Auto Tracking AF, Macro, 1CM Macro, Infinity Landscape, Pan Focus, Manual Focus
    Manual focus: Yes
    Macro focus: Yes, Macro and 1CM Macro available
    Focus lock: Yes, by pressing the shutter release button half way

  • Focus Range

    Normal: 1.31' to infinity
    Macro: 0.33' to 1.64'
    Super Macro: 0.03 (1cm) to 0.98' (at mid-zoom, set automatically)

  • Image Stabilization

    Still: Sensor-Shift-Type (SR : Shake Reduction), Dual (SR & Pixel Track SR),
    High-sensitivity anti-shake mode (Digital SR)
    Movie: Movie SR

  • Metering System

    Type: TTL
    Multi-segment: Yes
    Center weighted: Yes
    Spot: Yes
    Exposure compensation: +/- 2 EV (1/3 steps)

  • ISO Sensitivity

    Auto: 125-6400 auto range adjustable
    Manual: 125-6400

  • Shutter

    Type: Programmed AE mechanical and electronic shutter mechanism
    Shutter speed: 1/4000 to 1/4 sec (up to 4 sec in Night Scene mode)

  • White Balance

    Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten Light, Fluorescent Light (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: White Light), Manual

  • Capture Modes

    Mode selection: Auto Picture, Program, HDR, Night Scene, Handheld Night Snap (ISO 125-1600), Movie, Underwater, Underwater Movie, Digital Microscope (2M), Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Interval Shot, Interval Movie, High Speed Movie (VGA, 120 FPS capture, 30 FPS playback), Time-Lapse Movie, 1CM Macro Movie, Digital SR, Surf & Snow, Kids, Pet, Sport, Fireworks, Night Scene Portrait, Food, Digital Wide (5M), Digital Panorama (2M per frame), Report (1280x960, ISO 125-1600), Green (ISO 125-1600)

  • Capture Modes (continued)

    Auto Picture 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 Custom Image Tone: Bright, Natural, Monochrome Green simplified mode available: Yes (ISO 125-1600) Face detection : Yes (up to 32 faces), Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Self Portrait Assist, Self Portrait Assist + Smile Capture, Pet Recognition

  • Dynamic Range Adjustment

    Yes (highlight and shadow correction)

  • Drive Modes

    Mode selection: One Shot, Index (6 or 12 thumbnails), Magnification (up to 10X, scrollable), Movie Playback, Histogram, Folder Display, Select & Delete, Calendar

  • Remote Control

    Yes (infrared, optional)

  • Timing

    Startup: Approx 1.8 sec
    Release lag: Approx 0.016 sec

  • Built-in Flash Modes

    Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto + Redeye, On + Redeye

  • Effective Flash Range

    34' (wide, auto ISO), 14' (tele, auto ISO)

  • Built-in Memory

    70MB

  • Memory Card Type

    SD, SDHC, SDXC

  • Video Recording

    Yes, NTSC/PAL

  • Video Resolution

    HD (HDMI supports HD Auto, 1080i, 720p, 480p

  • Interfaces

    Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out, HDMI (Micro, Type-D)
    Printer interfaces: n/a

  • Screen

    3 LCD Rear Screen (460000 pixels)

  • Playback Modes

    Mode selection: One Shot, Index (6 or 12 thumbnails), Magnification, Movie Playback, Sound Playback, Histogram, Folder Display, Select & Delete, Calendar Mode pallet: Slideshow, Image Rotation, Small Face Filter, Ink Rubbing Filter, Collage, Digital Filter, Original Frame (5M or 4M), Frame Composite (3M or 2M), Movie Edit, Redeye Edit, Resize, Cropping, Image & Sound Copy, Voice Memo, Protect, DPOF, Startup Screen, Faze Zooming
    Magnification: Up to 10X,

  • Digital Filters (Playback):

    B&W, Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Color Extract, Color Emphasis, High Contrast, Starburst, Soft, Fisheye, Brightness, Miniature

  • Software Requirements

    Windows: XP, Vista, 7
    Mac: OS X 10.3.9 or later

  • Operating/Storage Temperature

    Operating: 32-104 deg F (0-40 deg C)

  • Battery

    Rechargeable Li-Ion battery D-LI92
    Recordable images: Approx 260
    Playback time: Approx 280 min
    Movie recording time: Approx 120 min
    Audio recording time: Approx 350 min
    AC adapter available: Yes (optional)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3"

  • Weight

    Without battery or removable memory: 7.4 oz
    Loaded and ready: 8.1 oz

  • Language Support

    English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Thai, Korean, Simplified/Traditional Chinese

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About Pentax WG-3 16 Megapixel Waterproof Dust/Cold/Shock-Proof Digital Camera, Orange

Pentax small digital cameras are often called upon to capture a big world. From stylish and petite to waterproof and rugged, these Pentax digital cameras are both easy to use and powerful. Built for life's adventures, planned and unexpected, Pentax 15th generation ruggedized compact camera builds on proven Pentax experience to bring you their best adventure proof camera yet. Capture outstanding images in any element with its brighter 4X optical zoom, new Shake Reduction system and high resolution sensor. Dive deeper, climb higher, explore longer, and capture even more of your journey with the Pentax WG-3. Your adventure is now.

Pentax WG-3 16 Megapixel Waterproof Dust/Cold/Shock-Proof Digital Camera, Orange Features

  • A Backlit 16 megapixel CMOS sensor, coupled with the new-generation imaging engine delivers a top sensitivity of ISO 6400
  • The triple shake reduction system combines an image-sensor-shift-type SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism with the digital Pixel Track and high ISO Shake Reduction modes
  • A further enhanced waterproof construction allows for a depth of 45 feet
  • Shockproof, ruggedized design protects from drops up to 6.5 feet
  • Crushproof construction withstands weights up to 220 LBF (pound-force)
  • Cold-resistant to sub-freezing temperatures of 14 degrees F (minus 10 degreesC)
  • The dustproof design protects the camera from any dry, dusty environments
  • The newly designed optical 4X zoom lens offers a high-performance, large aperture of F2.0
  • Six LED Macro Lights around the circumference of the lens barrel allows for brighter, uniform macro illumination
  • High-resolution 3.0-inch color LCD monitor with approximately 460,000 dots Capture full HD video in widescreen 1080p resolution (1920x1080) with efficient,high quality h.264 compression at 30 frames per second

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