Pentax WG-8 Digital Camera

20 Megapixels20 MegapixelsHigh ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.Ultra HD (4K) video: 3840x2160 resolution or more.Ultra HD (4K) video: 3840x2160 resolution or more.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.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.Built-In GPSBuilt-In GPSAccepts 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-8 is a Compact Digital Camera with a 1/2.3" sensor. Its 20 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 125-6400 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 125-6400. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in relatively low-light. With 20 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 22" x 16" at 240 DPI.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/4000 to 1/4. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/4000, fast action can easily be frozen. Given that is does not support very slow shutter-speeds, this camera is unsuitable for night photography.

The Pentax WG-8 features a 9-point Contrast-Detect AF system. Manual Focus is also available.

Pentax WG-8
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Pentax WG-8

The Pentax WG-8 is waterproof to a 20 meter depth for a maximum of 120 minutes. The weatherproof construction of this digital camera protects it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. This particular model is also freezeproof down to -10C. There is no viewfinder on the Pentax WG-8 and no provision to add one.

Model Specifications

BrandPentax ModelWG-8
Sensor 20 Megapixels CMOS *BSI-CMOS Sensor. Sensor Size 6 x 5mm
Anti-Alias Filter Yes Sensor Aspect 4:3 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization None Dust-ReductionN / A
Sensitivity ISO 125 - 6400 Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 1/4s
Lens28 - 140mm F/3.5 - 5.5 / 8Mininum Focus1cm
ZoomInternalManual Focus Electronic
Filter Diameter Focus System 9-point Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Scene Detection, Face Detection, Tracking AF-C
Viewfinder Type None Viewfinder Size
Display Attachment Fixed Display Size 1 Megapixels 3" LCD 100% Coverage *Anti-Reflective Coatings
Exposure ModesAuto Scene Modes11Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Underwater, Surf+Snow, Kids, Pet, Night Scene, Fireworks, Report, Digital Microscope
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±1 EV
Exposure Compensation ±2 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 20m up to 120min
Weatherproof to -10C
Dust Reduction No
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Infrared Eye-Start Sensor No
HDR Yes Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer Yes Multiple Exposure No
Image Formats JPEG Flash Ports
Built-In Flash Yes, 5.5 - 3.5m (W-T) Flash Sync
Video Capture 3840x2160 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *USB Class 1.1 Video Streaming. 1280x720 @ 120 FPS. Sound Input
Video Format WiFi No
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS Position, Elevation, Orientation
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 340 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2024-06-18 Construction Shockproof *IPX8 Waterproof to 20m, Shockproof to 2.1m drops, IPX6 Dustproof
Size 118 x 66 x 33mm (W x H x D) Weight 242g

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Pentax WG-8 Highlights

Pentax WG-8
Compact digital camera

Sensor-Size: 6 x 5mm

1/2.3" Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

20 Megapixels Fixed LensISO 125-6400
5X Wide Optical ZoomShutter 1/4000-1/4s
Waterproof to 20m for 120minCustom white-balance
Weatherproof down to -10CSpot-Metering
FPS Drive, Unlimited ImagesLithium-Ion Battery
3840x2160 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingSecure Digital Extended Capacity
3" LCD 1 Megapixels
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