Ricoh has announced the WG-20, a rugged compact that's waterproof to 10 meters/33 feet, freezeproof to -10C/+14F and able to survive a 1.5m/5ft drop. Bearing a 14 megapixel CCD sensor, it provides a 28-140mm 5x optical zoom lens and 720p HD movie recording. It's a continuation of Pentax's WG-line minus the 'Pentax' logo, presumably a WG-10 replacement though the cameras appear to share the same sensor, lens and rugged specifications.
As the WG-series' entry-level model the WG-20 offers basic hardware like a 2.7-inch 230k-dot LCD, and digital-only image stabilization However, it's offered at a very attractive $199.95 price point. Available in March, it will be sold in white or red.
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Ricoh Imaging Announces Ricoh WG-20 Marking the 16th Generation of Adventure-Ready Compact Cameras
Waterproof, Coldproof, Dustproof and Shockproof Compact is the Ideal Device for the Dynamic, On-the-Go Photographer
DENVER, CO, February 5, 2014 – Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation (Ricoh Imaging) today announced the 16th generation in its lineup of weather and adventure-ready compact cameras, the Ricoh WG-20. Ideal for the active family or consumer, the Ricoh WG-20 combines a variety of user-friendly features and durable construction to capture important moments effortlessly and without worry.
Despite its compact, lightweight body, the Ricoh WG-20 offers outstanding specifications that outperform standard digital cameras and smartphones under a variety of demanding outdoor conditions. Empowering consumers to focus on the moment, the Ricoh WG-20 is waterproof to 33 feet, shockproof from drops of up to five feet, coldproof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and crushproof, withstanding up to 220 foot-pounds of force. For the individual that desires additional creative flare, the Ricoh WG-20 is equipped with a host of advanced functionality and 25 shooting modes, including the Ricoh Imaging-original Digital Microscope mode. Using this mode, consumers can focus on subjects as close as one centimeter from the lens, capturing rich, and often overlooked, details. Whether it’s a day on the beach or a snowy weekend on the slopes, the WG-20 accommodates a broad range of shooting applications, from outdoor adventures to everyday snapshots and everything in between.
"The Ricoh WG-20’’s easy-to-use modes and convenient specifications keep up with the on-the-go consumer," said Jim Malcolm, Executive Vice President, Ricoh Imaging. "The WG-20 enables users to capture important moments without having to worry about rain, sand or snow and instead concentrate on recording important memories."
Thanks to a 14-megapixel sensor, the Ricoh WG-20 is capable of producing high-quality images ideal for printing and sharing. Powered by a state-of-the-art image processing engine and digital shake-reduction system, the Ricoh WG-20 creates sharp, blur-free images even in low-light or shake-prone conditions. Finally, capturing rich, detailed video is simple with the WG-20’s HD movie recording mode which offers a variety of movie editing functions, such as extracting a still image from movie data and inserting titles at the beginning and end of a movie clip.
Also new to the WG-family of products are a series of mounting accessories that extend the ability to capture action from new perspectives and vantage points. This mounting solution consists of a camera base which uses a flexible ball and socket system to maintain compatibility with three new mounts; a flat surface camera mount, handlebar camera mount and suction cup camera mount.
Pricing and Availability
Offered in white and red, the WG-20 will be available in March 2014 for a price of $199.95.
The WG series mounting accessories are compatible will all WG-series cameras and will be available at retailers nationwide and online in February 2014 and are priced as follows:
- Camera holder - $19.99
- Adhesive mount - $44.99
- Handle bar mount - $39.99
- Suction cup mount - $42.99
Additional information including product specifications and press images are available at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com.
Ricoh WG-20 specifications
| Price | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $199.95 / £199.99 |
| Body type | |
| Body type | Compact |
| Body material | Composite |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 |
| Other resolutions | 4224 x 2376, 3216 x 3216, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2592 x 1944, 2592 x 1464, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 14 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 15 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 80-6400 |
| White balance presets | 4 |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Image stabilization | Digital only |
| Uncompressed format | No |
| JPEG quality levels | Best, better, good |
| File format |
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| Optics & Focus | |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 28–140 mm |
| Optical zoom | 5× |
| Maximum aperture | F3.5–5.5 |
| Autofocus |
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| Autofocus assist lamp | No |
| Digital zoom | Yes (6.7x) |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Normal focus range | 50 cm (19.69″) |
| Macro focus range | 1 cm (0.39″) |
| Number of focus points | 9 |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 2.7″ |
| Screen dots | 230,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | None |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 sec |
| Exposure modes |
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| Scene modes |
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| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Flash range | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| External flash | No |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
| Drive modes |
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| Continuous drive | 0.7 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Metering modes |
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| Exposure compensation | ±2 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| AE Bracketing | ±2 |
| WB Bracketing | No |
| Videography features | |
| Resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
| Format | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone | Mono |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Storage included | 97MB |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (micro HDMI) |
| Microphone port | No |
| Headphone port | No |
| Remote control | Yes (optional infrared) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes (waterproof to 10m, shockproof from 1.5m, freezeproof to -10C/+14F) |
| Durability | Waterproof, Shockproof |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | D-LI92 lithium-ion battery and charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 260 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 164 g (0.36 lb / 5.78 oz) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28 mm (4.49 x 2.28 x 1.1″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Timelapse recording | Yes |
| GPS | None |
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