- Heavy-duty construction for underwater shooting down to a depth of 20 meters, for up to two hours of continuous operation
- 4K-resolution movie recording for extended shooting of high-quality movies
- Sharp, high-resolution images with approximately 20 effective megapixels and low-noise, high-dynamic-range characteristics.
- Five-times optical zoom lens with 28mm wide-angle coverage
- Webcam function for live-streaming of high-quality, high-resolution images
- High-power, variable-brightness, six-bulb LED Ring Light, ideal for close-up macro photography
- 3.0-inch, wide-frame LCD monitor for wide-angle viewing; Outdoor View Seting adjusts brightness according to changes in ambient lighting conditions.
Developed to be the toughest of the PENTAX WG series, the WG-8 boasts outstanding waterproof, shockproof and cold-resistant performance. This top-of-the-line model is waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters), shockproof against a fall from heights of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters), and able to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Even in demanding conditions, it captures super-high-resolution still images of approximately 20 effective megapixels and high-quality 4K-resolution movie clips. The WG-8 has a host of advanced features and user-friendly functions, including a multi-application ring light, ideal for close-up macro photography, and web camera capability when connected to a computer for live-streaming of high-quality, high-resolution images. Its heavy-duty construction ensures that the WG-8 performs superbly and dependably in harsh, demanding outdoor conditions and on worksites