Pentax WG-1000
Pentax · Compact · 1/2.3”
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What We Like
+Durable rugged design - waterproof to 15m, dustproof, shockproof from 2m drops
+Compact and lightweight at 220g with all-weather capability for adventure photography
+Vivid color reproduction and excellent outdoor/natural lighting performance
+Impressive optical zoom range (27-108mm equivalent) in compact sealed body
+Up to 300 shots per charge and variety of capture modes including underwater mode
+Affordable entry-level price point under $200 for a rugged compact
Worth Knowing
−Low resolution 2.7-inch LCD screen (230K dots) with no touchscreen or viewfinder
−Screen visibility and composition challenging in bright sunlight conditions
−No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity for wireless image transfer
−Video lacks electronic stabilization and max 1080p with limited stabilization
General | |
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About This CameraThe Pentax WG-1000 features a 16.35-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor and an all-weather body waterproof to 15 meters for up to one hour, dustproof, and shockproof against 2-meter drops. While the shots aren't the sharpest, there is no compromise on color and vibrancy. Users can get up to 300 shots from a single charge with a variety of shooting modes covering most situations. It's great for the beach with a fully waterproof and dustproof build, but it's a little basic with limited connectivity—no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. | |
| Brand | Pentax |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. | Jun 2024 |
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. | 2024 |
| Camera weight | 220 g |
| Camera type |  Compact |
Sensor | |
| Type | Back-illuminated CMOS |
| Megapixels | 16.35 effective |
Lens | |
| Focal Length | 4.9-19.6mm (27-108mm equivalent) |
| Optical Zoom | 4x |
| Digital Zoom | 6x (24x combined) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.0-6.6 |
Autofocus | |
| System | Contrast-Detect |
| AF Points | 25 |
Shutter | |
| Speed Range | 4 seconds - 1/2000 seconds |
ISO | |
| Range | 100-3200 |
Video | |
| Full HD | 1920 x 1080 at 30fps |
| High Speed | 640 x 480 at 120fps |
Display | |
| Size | 2.7 inches |
| Type | Fixed LCD |
| Resolution | 230K dots |
Memory | |
| Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Battery | |
| Type | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion (D-LI96) |
| Battery Life | Approximately 300 shots or 29 minutes video |
Durability | |
| Waterproof | IPX8, JIS Class 8 - 15 meters for 1 hour |
| Dustproof | IP6X, JIS Class 6 |
| Shockproof | 2 meter drop onto 5cm plywood |
Build | |
| Dimensions | 11.6 x 6.8 x 5.0cm |
| Colors | Gray, Olive |
Features | |
| Capture Modes | 7 (Auto, Program AE, Manual, Movie, Scene, Underwater, CALS) |
| Scene Modes | 18 options |
| Color Modes | 20 options |
| Self Timer | 2 second, 10 second, Smile Detection |
| Interval Shooting | 30 seconds, 1/5/10 minutes |
| Face Detection | Up to 12 faces |
| Flash | Built-in |
Connectivity | |
| Ports | USB-C, Micro USB, HDMI |
Optics | |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |  1/2.3” |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. | None |