Optio WG-1 Black

  • 14 megapixels
  • Waterproof, crushproof, coldproof, dustproof
  • Digital Microscope mode with LED lens lighting

FLEX YOUR SENSE OF ADVENTURE.

Get ready for adventure in any environment with the new PENTAX Optio WG-1 – the next generation outdoor camera that’s tougher, smarter and more weatherproof than ever.

 
  • Waterproof

    Waterproof to 33 feet is perfect for use when submerged.

  • Crushproof

    Crushproof construction withstands weights up to 220 LBF (Pound force).

  • Dustproof

    Dustproof design protects the camera from dry, dusty environments.

  • Wide angle 5X internal optical zoom lens

    Wide angle 5X internal optical zoom lens (28-140mm equivalent) provides flexible capture of subjects near or far.

  • Digital Microscope mode

    Enhanced Digital Microscope mode uses 5 macro LEDs for perfect focus and smooth, even lighting.

  • 720p HD video

    Capture video in widescreen 720p HD at 30 frames per second.

  • 12th generation

    PENTAX’s 12th rugged generation waterproof digital camera is adventure proof, and suitable for almost any environment.

  • Shockproof

    Shockproof, ruggedized design protects from drops up to 5 feet.

  • Coldproof

    Coldproof to sub-freezing temps of minus 10 degrees C (14 degrees F).

  • 14 megapixels

    14 megapixel sensor offers plenty of image detail.

  • Large 2.7 inch LCD

    Large 2.7 inch LCD features a wide angle 16:9 aspect ratio with anti-reflective coating.

  • HDMI port

    An HDMI port plays back beautiful, high def images and video on HDTVs.

  • Digital Shake Reduction

    Pixel Track and Digital Shake Reduction ensure sharp, blur-free images.

Photos From Optio WG-1 Black Sample Gallery

Type

Compact Digital Camera

Sensor

Type: 1/2.3” interline transfer CCD w primary color filter Effective pixels: 14 Total pixels: 14.48 Recorded resolutions Still: 14M (4288x3216), 10M (1:1, 3216x3216), 10M (16:9, 4224x2376), 7M (3072x2304), 5M (16:9, 3072x1728), 5M (2592x1944), 4M (16:9, 2592x1464), 3M (2048x1536), 2M (16:9, 1920x1080), 1024 (1024x768), VGA (640x480) Movie: HD (1280x720p30/15), VGA (640x480p30/15), QVGA (320x240p30/15) Quality levels: *** best, ** better, * good

Lens

Type/construction: PENTAX zoom lens, 11 elements, 9 groups (5 aspheric elements) Optical zoom: 5X Focal length (equiv.): 5-25mm (28-140mm) Digital zoom: 6.7X Combined zoom: 33.5X Intelligent zoom: Approx 7.0X at 7M to 33.5X at VGA Aperture: F3.5-5.5

Focus System

Type: TTL contrast detection autofocus, AF assist lamp, Macro Illuminating LEDs Focus modes: 9 point AF, Spot AF, Auto Tracking AF, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity Landscape, Pan Focus, Manual Focus Manual focus: Yes Macro focus: Yes, Macro and Super Macro available Focus lock: Yes, by pressing the shutter release button half way Focus range Normal: 1.64’ to infinity Macro: 0.33 to 1.97’ Super Macro: 0.03 (1cm) to 0.98’ (at mid-zoom, set automatically)

Viewfinder

LCD screen: 2.7” widescreen TFT color LCD w anti-reflective coating on cover LCD resolution: 230,000 dots Wide angle viewable: Yes Viewfinder: n/a

Flash

Type: Built-in series control auto flash Flash modes: Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Auto + Redeye, On + Redeye Effective range: 13’ (wide, auto ISO), 8.2’ (tele, auto ISO)

Storage Media

Internal memory: 97MB
Removable memory: SD, SDHC, SDXC

Interfaces

Ports: USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out, HDMI (Micro, Type-D)
Video out: NTSC, PAL, HD (HDMI supports HD Auto, 1080i, 720p, 480p)
Printer interfaces: n/a

Power Supply

Power source: 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)

Physical Specs

Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.5 x 2.3 x 1.1” Weight Without battery or removable memory: 5.0 oz (WG-1), 5.2 oz (WG-1 GPS) Loaded and ready: 5.3 oz (WG-1), 5.9 oz (WG-1 GPS) Construction material(s): Reinforced polycarbonate plastic w aluminum accents Operating temperature: 14-104°F (coldproof) Weather Resistant: Yes, JIS Class 8 waterproof submersible to 33’, JIS Class 6 dustproof Shock Resistant: Yes, shockproof to 5

Language Support

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

Image Stabilization

Still: Pixel Track SR, Digital SR (ISO 3200-6400 5M or 4M) Movie: Movie SR

ISO Sensitivity

Auto: 80-1600 auto range adjustable, Digital SR 80-6400 (ISO 3200-6400 5M or 4M) Manual: 80-6400 (iso 3200-6400 5M or 4M)

White Balance

Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Tungsten, Fluorescent Manual mode(s): Yes

Shutter

Type: Programmed AE electronic lens shutter with CCD electronic shutter Shutter speed: 1/1500 to 1/4 sec (up to 4 sec in Night Scene mode)

Capture Modes

Mode selection: Auto Picture (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), Program, Night Scene, Movie, Underwater, Underwater Movie, Digital Microscope (2M), Landscape, Flower, Portrait, Digital Wide (5M), Digital SR (ISO 3200-6400 5M or 4M), Surf & Snow, Kids, Pet, Sport, Fireworks, Candlelight, Night Scene Portrait, Text, Food, Digital Panorama (2M per frame), Frame Composite (3M or 2M), Report (1280x960), Green, Voice Recording (via reprogrammable Green button) Green simplified mode available: Yes Face detection available: Yes (up to 32 faces), Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Pet Recognition (1 face detect, 3 faces pre-registered) P/A/S/M/B: P Date stamp: Yes, date, date-time, time (not available in Green mode) Digital filters (capture): Image Tone (Bright, Natural, Monochrome) Dynamic Range Adjustment: Yes (highlight and shadow correction)

Drive Modes

Mode selection: One Shot, Self Timer, Continuous, Burst (5M or 4M), Remote Control, Interval, Auto Bracket Continuous FPS: Approx 0.68 FPS, Burst TBD FPS for TBD frames (5M or 4M), TBD FPS for TBD frames at ISO 3200-6400 (5M or 4M) Self-timer: Yes (10s, 2s) Remote control: Yes (infrared, optional)

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, scrollable Digital filters (playback): B&W, Sepia, Toy Camera, Retro, Color, Color Extract, Color Emphasis, High Contrast, Starburst, Soft, Fisheye, Brightness, Miniature Movie edit: Save as Still Image, Movie Divide

File Formats

Still: JPG (EXIF 2.3), DCF 2.0, Print Image Matching III Movie (compression): AVI (Motion JPG) Sound: WAV (PCM), monaural

Computer Requirements

*For device connectivity. Bundled software requirements may vary. Windows: Windows XP(SP3), Vista, 7, USB port Mac: MacOS 10.3.9, 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, USB port

  • USB Cable I-USB7
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery D-LI92
  • Strap O-ST104
  • Macro Stand O-MS1
  • AV Cable I-AVC7
  • Battery Charger Kit K-BC92U
  • Carabiner Strap O-ST118
  • Software CD-ROM S-SW117

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