Pentax Optio WG-2
Last Updated (24 April’13):
- Review & Sample Photos @ CNET
Pentax Optio WG-2 is a 16.0-Megapixels 1/2.3″ CMOS Image Sensor Digital Camera with waterproof, shockproof, coldproof, dustproof, crushproof ability. It features 3.0-inch Widescreen LCD, 28-140mm Pentax Zoom Lens, 5x Optical Zoom / 36x Combined Zoom, 1080p HD Video recording, SD/SDHC/SDXC Storage, Built-In Flash, and Manual Focus Option. The camera measures (W x H x D) 4.8 x 2.4 x 1.2″ / 12.19 x 6.10 x 3.05 cm and weight 0.43 lb / 0.20 kg with battery and memory card.
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Pentax Optio WG-2 Reviews
CNET reviews the Pentax Optio WG-2 and writes;
“In my tests it works better than boosting ISO and shutter speed, as Pixel Track doesn’t introduce more noise. It’s not perfect, but it would be worth turning on if camera shake is unavoidable or if you’re using the zoom lens.”
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ITProPortal reviews the Pentax Optio WG-2 and writes;
“The WG-2 is a camera that really looks like it means business. It can dive deeper and fall further than almost anything else on the market, and costs less than either of its only real rivals. It has some very clever features, such as the LED microscope lighting and dedicated underwater photography modes,..”
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Ephotozine reviews the Pentax Optio WG-2 and writes;
“If you are looking for your first rugged camera, the WG-2 offers good image quality and a couple of unique features, if you are a current WG-1 user, you’d be better off keeping your cash in your wallet.”
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Pocket-lint reviews the Pentax Optio WG-2 and writes;
“there is still a lot going for the Pentax Optio WG-2. With the exception of the somewhat slow capture, some of the results we’ve achieved have been impressive and the underwater results are really good, perfect for those looking for holiday snaps without the hassle.”
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Digitalcamerainfo reviews the Pentax Optio WG-2 and writes;
“Image quality has been a soft spot in the tough exterior of many adventure cameras, and that’s still the case with the WG-2. Shots taken outdoors and in bright lighting are fine for sharing online or making medium-sized prints, and colors are punchy enough for decent underwater shots. But indoors and in low-light, photos are soft, sloppy, and flat.”
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Pentax Optio WG-2 Reviews
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Pentax Optio WG-2 User Reviews
So Far it is a great camera
“Things I like better than on the other camera: The macro function and light is a hoot. Really nice feature that will get continued use.
Much improved video capability and quality including hi speed recording that gives slo-mo; time lapse feature is pretty cool…” – By Michael W. Gaskins
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Great Underwater Digital Camera
“This rugged little camera takes great shots on land. I was skeptical about the underwater durability but it seems great so far. The pictures are typical of basic underwater shots without additional lighting.” – By Sageduo
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good upgrade from the wg-1
“First off I’ll agree with everyone else as far as this camera being rugged, good pictures, lots modes and menu options etc. What I use my camera for the most though is shooting video. While the video quality compared to the WG-1 is amazing, the WG-2 shoots a much more narrow field of view than the WG-1 does.” – By M. Nelson
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IF this camera is attractive to you, it is probably a good fit
“I LOVE that it can get wet, and I took it on two dives already down to 35 feet (it is rated to 40), and it worked great. Each dive was only about half an hour, but so far so good. It did not malfuction or get wet inside. Pretty cool!” – By S. Clemens
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Fantastic Camera
“Camera rocks! Easy learning curve and yet lots of great features which don’t take much to figure out or set. Picture quality is awesome and many have complemented my pictures. Rough and rugged for all your outdoor activities.” – By Thomas Buckner
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Awesome Camera
“This camera works very well for the price. I used it underwater for about 30 minutes while diving in 40 foot water in Oahu Hawaii. The pictures turned out pretty good and the video was awesome. It even recorded the sounds underwater.” – By TEA
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Great Camera – Great Service
“The “auto picture” function is surprisingly good – push the shutter button and it tries to make the picture come out properly – it usually didn’t miss the few times I tried to confuse it.. Video is great – purists might find something to complain about, but I’m not having to carry a $30,000 video system around either. For the kind of spontaneous work this camera is best at, it’s great.” – By Adventure Scott
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Great Shots
“I’m still playing with the many options and setting on this camera but the shots so far are beautiful. The macro settings take amazing close up shots and the fact it’s impact resistant and water proof is an added bonus. I still have to submerge it.” – By JC Wenzlick
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Pentax Optio WG-2 Sample Photos
- Pentax Optio WG-2 Sample Photos @ Flickr
- Pentax Optio WG-2 Sample Photos @ Digitalcamerainfo
- Pentax Optio WG-2 Sample Photos @ CNET
- Pentax Optio WG-2 Sample Photos @ Amazon
Pentax Optio WG-2 User Manual (PDF)
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Pentax Optio WG-2 Features
The Pentax Optio WG-2 is an extreme adventure camera that is waterproof down to 40′, it can survive a drop of up to 5′, it is crushproof to 220 lbf (pound-force), it’s coldproof down to 14°F, and that it’s dustproof. Not only does it, the camera also comes with backlit 16 megapixel CMOS sensor offers superior high resolution imaging with no-compromise in image quality, color accuracy, and noise performance.
The camera also able to record full HD 1080p video at 30 fps and with a wide-angle 5x internal optical zoom lens which offfer a 28-140mm (35mm equivalent) focal length lets you capture subjects near and far. The Pentax Optio WG-2 features 3.0-inch LCD Screen, HDMI port, Face Detection, PENTAX Shake Reduction, Extended Dynamic range, Autofocus assist lamp, Optional infrared remote, and a Green Button for quick access to many common camera settings, including Movie Mode, Voice Recording, and other functions.
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+ 16.0-Megapixels 1/2.3″ CMOS Image Sensor
+ 3.0-inch Widescreen LCD
+ 28-140mm Pentax Zoom Lens
+ 5x Optical Zoom / 36x Combined Zoom
+ 1080p HD Video Capture
+ Water/Shock/Crush/Cold/Dust-Proof
+ SD/SDHC/SDXC Storage
+ Built-In Flash
+ Manual Focus Option
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