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Ricoh Launches WG-5 GPS Digicam
9 February 2015
Waterproof to a depth of 45 feed, the dustproof WG-5 GPS is Rocoh's new flagship "adventure-proof" digicam. The 4x optical zoom lens starting at 25mm and a 16-megapixel CMOS sensor are protected against falls of seven feet, temperatures as low as -10 degree Celsius and crushproof up to 220 lbs.
"The WG-5 GPS easy to use modes and convenient features are ideal for the on-the-go adventurer," said Jim Malcolm, Ricoh Imaging North America president. "The WG-5 GPS enables users to capture their own personal adventures in any condition. With the WG-5 GPS, savoring all of every moment is possible."
Other special features include Digital Microscope mode, which illuminates six LED macro lights around the lens barrel and HD movie recording of H.264 video at 30 frames per second.
The $379.95 digicam, available for preorder from Adorama, will ship in March, Ricoh said. For more information see the news release below.
Ricoh Imaging Takes Their Rugged, Waterproof Digital Camera to a New Extreme with the Flagship WG-5 GPS
Featuring upgraded shock resistant construction and enhanced underwater shooting functionality
DENVER, Colo. -- The adventure continues with the WG-5 GPS, the newest adventure proof camera brought to you by Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. The latest companion in the WG series is equipped with new features for active, on-the-go photographers including a new underwater mode and enhanced Interval Shooting settings that allow multiple images to be taken over a pre-set time in both still and video modes. With an easy to hold, non-slip body and over two full hours of operation, there is no need to be concerned about missing any exciting moments.
"The WG-5 GPS easy to use modes and convenient features are ideal for the on-the-go adventurer," said Jim Malcolm, President, Ricoh Imaging North America. "The WG-5 GPS enables users to capture their own personal adventures in any condition. With the WG-5 GPS, savoring all of every moment is possible."
The truly dependable, heavy-duty, WG-5 GPS is waterproof to a depth of 45 feet, has upgraded shock-resistance against a fall of 7 feet, dustproof and cold-resistant against temperatures as low as -10 degrees C and crushproof against weights up to 220 pounds. The advanced WG-5 GPS, 4x optical zoom lens offers a maximum aperture of f2.0 and 25mm wide-angle coverage making it possible to capture all of one's surroundings. The 16-Mp, CMOS sensor assures superior image quality whether images are taken underwater or on land. Capturing the tiniest details is made simple with six LED Macro Lights around the circumference of the lens barrel, allowing for brighter, more uniform illumination on a subject when the Digital Microscope mode is selected -- perfect for capturing every little detail of your adventure.
Thanks to the high resolution, 3.0-inch LCD monitor and anti-reflection coating, light reflection is suppressed to reduce glare so that it is easy to use outdoors even in strong sunlight. Capturing rich, detailed video is made simple with the WG-5's HD movie recording mode, which offers H.264 recording at 30 frames per second. I addition, the WG-5 has an assortment of mounting accessories available such as a flat surface camera mount, handlebar mount and suction cup camera mount users can capture images with hand-free enjoyment.
Pricing and Availability
The WG-5 will be available at retailers nationwide and at http://www.ricohimaging.com in March for a suggested retail price of $379.95.