Introduction

The Ricoh WG-80 Black Waterproof Digital Camera is a versatile and durable camera designed to capture stunning images and videos in any environment. With its heavy-duty construction and exceptional image quality, this camera is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and underwater photographers.

Main Features

1. Heavy-duty construction

The WG-80 features a solid, airtight body that is waterproof down to a depth of 14 meters for up to two hours of continuous operation. It is also shockproof against falls from a height of 1.6 meters, dustproof, freeze-proof to temperatures as low as -10°C, and crushproof against weights up to 100kgf. This heavy-duty construction ensures that the camera performs superbly and dependably even in harsh outdoor conditions.

2. Exceptional image quality

Equipped with a back-illuminated CMOS image sensor and a high-performance imaging engine, the WG-80 delivers top sensitivity of ISO 6400 and super-high-resolution images with approximately 16.0 effective megapixels. It also offers advanced image processing functions, such as Handheld Night Snap mode, which automatically captures several images of the same night-time scene and produces a single, blur-free composite image.

3. Six Macro Lights for close-up shooting

The WG-80 features six LED Macro Lights positioned around the circumference of the lens barrel, providing bright and uniform illumination for macro shooting. With a maximum illumination intensity almost twice that of its predecessor and a five-step intensity adjustment function, these Macro Lights allow you to optimize close-range flash photography. The Instant Illumination Enhance function minimizes camera and subject shake, while the Self-Portrait Assist mode helps you capture the perfect self-portrait.

Additional Features

• Underwater shooting mode: Specifically designed for underwater photography, the Underwater and Underwater Movie shooting modes optimize color and contrast based on actual underwater images.
• 5X optical zoom lens: The WG-80 features a high-performance, five-times optical zoom lens with a focal-length coverage from 5mm to 25mm, accommodating a wide range of scenes and subjects.
• Full HD movie recording: Capture high-quality movies with Full HD movie recording employing the H.264 recording format.
• Triple anti-shake protection: Equipped to prevent blurred images in all applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Ricoh WG-80 waterproof?

A: Yes, the WG-80 is waterproof down to a depth of 14 meters for up to two hours of continuous operation.

Q: Can I use the WG-80 for underwater photography?

A: Absolutely! The WG-80 is specifically designed for underwater photography and features dedicated shooting modes for capturing stunning underwater images.

Q: How many Macro Lights does the WG-80 have?

A: The WG-80 has six Macro Lights positioned around the circumference of the lens barrel, providing bright and uniform illumination for close-up shooting.

Q: Can I record videos with the WG-80?

A: Yes, the WG-80 allows you to record Full HD movies with the H.264 recording format.

Q: Does the WG-80 have image stabilization?

A: Yes, the WG-80 is equipped with triple anti-shake protection to prevent blurred images in all applications.