Pentax WG-1000 Digital Camera

16 Megapixels16 MegapixelsFull 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringWeatherproof - Seals protect from dust, humidity and light splashing.Weatherproof - Seals protect from dust, humidity and light splashing.Waterproof - Submersible under water up to a certain depth.Waterproof - Submersible under water up to a certain depth.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.

Digital Camera Description

The Pentax WG-1000 is a Medium Digital Camera with a 1/2.3" sensor. Its 16 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 100-3200 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 100-3200. With 16 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 19" x 14" at 240 DPI.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/2000 to 30s. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/2000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.

The Pentax WG-1000 features a 25-point Contrast-Detect AF system.

Pentax WG-1000
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Pentax WG-1000

Although this camera offers full manual controls, it does not have any control-dials to change exposure parameters directly. The Pentax WG-1000 is waterproof to a 15 meter depth for a maximum of 60 minutes. The weatherproof construction of this digital camera protects it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. There is no viewfinder on the Pentax WG-1000 and no provision to add one.

Model Specifications

BrandPentax ModelWG-1000
Sensor 16 Megapixels CMOS Sensor Size 6 x 5mm
Anti-Alias Filter Yes Sensor Aspect 4:3 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization None Dust-ReductionN / A
Sensitivity ISO 100 - 3200 Shutter-Speed 1/2000 - 30s
Lens27 - 108mm F/3 - 6.6 / 8Mininum Focus5cm (w) / 1m (t)
ZoomInternalManual FocusN / A
Filter Diameter Focus System 25-point Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Face-Detection: Smile, Blink detection.
Viewfinder Type None Viewfinder Size
Display Attachment Display Size 230K Pixels 2.7" LCD 100% Coverage
Exposure ModesP, M Scene Modes16Portrait, Landscape, Sport, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Night Landscape, Snow, Children, Panorama, Glass, Night Portrait, Party, Indoor, Leaf, Museum
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing
Exposure Compensation ±3 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation
White Balance Auto, Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning
Continuous Drive FPS, Unlimited JPEG Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s
Command Dials DOF Preview No
Protection Waterproof to 15m up to 60min
Weatherproof
Dust Reduction No
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Eye-Start Sensor No
HDR No Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer Yes Multiple Exposure No
Image Formats JPEG Flash Ports
Built-In Flash Yes, 5.2 - 2.4m (W-T) Flash Sync
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *1280x720 @ 60 FPS. 640x480 @ 120 FPS. Sound Input
Video Format WiFi No
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS No
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 300 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2024-06-18 Construction Shockproof *IPX8 Waterproof, Shockproof to 2m, IPX6 Dustproof
Size 116 x 69 x 51mm (W x H x D) Weight 220g

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Pentax WG-1000 Highlights

Pentax WG-1000
Medium digital camera

Sensor-Size: 6 x 5mm

1/2.3" Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

16 Megapixels Fixed LensISO 100-3200
4X Wide Optical ZoomShutter 1/2000-30s
Waterproof to 15m for 60minFull manual controls
WeatherproofCustom white-balance
FPS Drive, Unlimited ImagesSpot-Metering
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingLithium-Ion Battery
2.7" LCD 230K PixelsSecure Digital Extended Capacity
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