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Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive
Product Code: 6012685Z
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The Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive is an entry-level point-and-shoot, which is waterproof to 15m for one hour of continuous operation, shock-resistant and ideal for casual underwater photography.
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- Waterproof up to 15 metres and shock-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor sports and extreme activities
- Features a 16MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor for great low-light performance and detailed images
- Includes a versatile 27-108mm equivalent zoom lens caters to a broad range of photography needs
- Capable of sterilisation with ethanol or sodium hypochlorite for use in specialised medical environments
- Offers Full HD Movie recording at up to 30fps, enhancing its versatility for enthusiasts who want to capture video
Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive Summary
The Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive extends the Pentax lineup of rugged waterproof compact cameras. Certified to dive underwater up to 15m for one hour, this model is also shock-resistant, making it as ideal for underwater adventures as it is for other outdoor activities.
This entry-level point-and-shoot compact camera comes equipped with a versatile 27-108 mm zoom lens (equivalent 35mm format) and features a 16 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor in a 1/2.3 inch format with a 5cm macro focus for superior close-up shots. The durable waterproof housing allows photographers to explore depths of up to 15 metres.
Designed for environments where conditions are tough and wet, like kayaking or mountain climbing, the WG-1000 from Pentax surpasses ordinary smartphones in durability. Its robust all-weather housing is waterproof to 15 metres (JIS Class 8) and is built to function continuously for an hour. The camera's compact form is dust-proof (JIS Class 6) against grime and stains and can withstand falls from up to two metres.
Additionally, the WG-1000 can be sanitised using specific solvents containing ethanol, sodium hypochlorite (approved as a food disinfectant), or chlorine dioxide, which makes it suitable for use in healthcare settings or on construction sites.
Key Pentax WG-1000 Camera Features
- 16MP CMOS sensor in a 1/2.3 inch format
- Versatile 27-108 mm zoom lens (equivalent to 35 mm format)
- Built-in flash
- 5cm macro focus enabling detailed close-ups
- Dive up to 15 metres with robust waterproof housing
- Sturdy all-weather housing
- Seven user-friendly shooting modes plus 20 colour modes
- Full HD Movie recording at 30fps
- Available in WG-1000 Olive and WG-1000 Grey colour options
Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive in More Detail
Crisp, Detailed Imagery
The WG-1000 boasts a back-illuminated CMOS sensor with approximately 16.35 effective megapixels, excelling in low-light conditions with minimal noise and efficient image processing. It produces sharp, high-resolution images up to ISO 3200 and features an anti-shake mode that effectively reduces blurring.
Versatile 4x Optical Zoom
The lens on the WG-1000 provides a 4x optical zoom, ranging from 4.9 mm to 19.6 mm, corresponding to about 27 mm to 108 mm in 35 mm format. This true optical zoom captures images seamlessly across the range without any loss of quality. It also includes a digital zoom that can expand the magnification up to 24x, perfect for capturing detailed distant shots.
Multiple Shooting Modes
The WG-1000 offers seven distinct shooting modes, optimising settings automatically for varied environments. It features a dedicated underwater mode that adjusts the blue tint typically found in underwater photography, along with a scene mode that offers 18 different settings for customised photographic effects.
Manual Controls and Creative Filters
For more hands-on control, the WG-1000 provides a manual mode for adjusting aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. It also boasts a wide range of creative filters, thanks to PENTAX's digital SLR heritage, including 20 colour modes like "Japan style" for enhanced blues, "Italian style" for vibrant greens, and "French style" for rich reds. Further artistic options include "Negative" and "Sketch" modes, which add unique visual effects either before or after shooting.
Full HD Movie Recording
The WG-1000 supports Full HD movie recording using the H-264 format, capturing high-quality video clips (1920 x 1080 pixels, 16:9 ratio) at 30 frames per second, making it versatile for both photo and video enthusiasts.
What’s in the box
- Pentax WG-1000 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera Olive
- Rechargeable Battery D-LI96
- Silicone Case O-CC180
- Carabiner O-ST180
- USB Cable I-USB180
- Strap O-ST181
- Power Adapter D-PA180
- Power Plug D-PL140
Our Verdict
The Pentax WG-1000 Olive is a robust digital compact camera designed for the adventurous and casual underwater photographer. Waterproof up to 15 metres and shock-resistant, this entry-level model stands out in challenging conditions, making it a great choice for underwater photography, extreme sports, and outdoor adventures.
Equipped with a 16MP CMOS sensor and a versatile 27-108mm (full-frame equivalent) zoom lens, it delivers high-quality images and impressive close-up shots, thanks to its 5cm macro focus. The robust build is further enhanced by dust-proofing and the ability to withstand falls from up to two metres, ensuring reliability in the most demanding environments, as well as when on holiday with the kids!
Additionally, the WG-1000's ability to be sterilised makes it well suited for use in medical or construction settings, adding to its versatility for general content creation. With its practical features and sturdy construction, the Pentax WG-1000 Olive offers a comprehensive solution for capturing high-quality images in any environment, combining ruggedness with great performance.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
