Pentax WG-3 GPS

The compact Pentax WG-3 GPS is rugged, waterproof, and packs a fast lens. Its design is striking, but its images show quite a bit of noise at higher ISO settings.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • A backlit 16 megapixel sensor coupled with the new-generation imaging engine delivers a top sensitivity of ISO 6400
  • Further enhanced waterproof construction allows for depth of 45 feet
  • Triple shake reduction with sensor shift shake reduction, shockproof for drops up to 6.5-Feet, cold resistant to 14 degrees F, dustproof
  • 3-Inch LCD, HD 1080P video with h.264 compression @ 30fps
  • 6 LED macro lights for macro illumination

PROS

+ Sharp lens.
+ Wide aperture.
+ Short shutter lag.
+ GPS.
+ Inductive charging.
+ Waterproof to 45 feet.
+ Macro LED lighting.
+ Unique design.

CONS

- Noisy images.
- Slow to start and shoot.
- No dedicated battery charger.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on April 22, 2013
The compact Pentax WG-3 GPS is rugged, waterproof, and packs a fast lens. Its design is striking, but its images show quite a bit of noise at higher ISO settings.
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