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Hello everyone. This time I'd like to introduce the compact digital camera RICOH WG-30. Along with sample photos taken on a rainy day, I'll introduce its appeal.
The RICOH WG-30 is a tough compact digital camera you can use casually near water and outdoors. It offers high durability with 12m waterproofing and 1.5m shockproofing.
With its roughly 16-megapixel CMOS sensor, it beautifully captures everyday scenes and travel memories. It has a 5x zoom covering about 28-140mm in 35mm equivalent, so you can shoot everything from broad vistas to subjects a bit farther away. It also has a macro function that lets you get as close as 1cm, which is useful for photographing small flowers and knick-knacks. Operation is relatively easy to understand, making it a model that beginners can handle with ease.
1. A Flower Wearing Raindrops
A close-up shot of a vivid pink flower.
The raindrops on the petals are striking and convey a moist, tranquil atmosphere.
It's a photo that lets you feel the beauty of color unique to rainy days.
2. Stairs on a Rainy Day
I captured a person walking down rain-soaked stairs. The small figure in the frame emphasizes the depth and expanse of the stairway. It's a shot that conveys the atmosphere of a street corner on a rainy day.
3. The Path of the Red Umbrella
A shot capturing the moment a person with a red umbrella passes in front of a white fence.
Against the nearly monochrome scenery, the red of the umbrella stands out strikingly. It's a snapshot that lets you feel the atmosphere unique to rainy days.
4. Droplets on a Leaf
A close-up shot of a fresh, dewy green leaf.
Even the fine texture of the leaf veins and the sparkle of the raindrops are rendered clearly, showing the high macro performance of the WG-30.
A Tough Compact You Can Enjoy Even on Rainy Days
Because the WG-30 is waterproof, you can take it out without worry even on rainy days. Its excellent macro performance shines when photographing raindrops on flowers and leaves.
I also enjoyed its natural rendering when shooting street snapshots.
Its appeal lies in the peace of mind of shooting regardless of the weather and the fun of getting really close to your subject.
It's a compact digital camera that works well in a wide range of situations, from the outdoors to everyday records.
About the RICOH WG-30
A compact digital camera released in 2014. It features a roughly 16-megapixel CMOS sensor and a 5x optical zoom lens equivalent to about 28-140mm in 35mm format. Its greatest feature is a rugged design with waterproofing to a depth of 12m, shock resistance from a height of 1.5m, and dustproof and cold-resistant performance, so you can use it with confidence outdoors and in leisure settings. It also offers a rich variety of shooting modes, including a "Mermaid Mode" suited to underwater shooting and a macro function that lets you get as close as 1cm to the subject. It's a dependable camera for active scenes such as the sea, rivers, and camping, and easy to take along for everyday use too.
Width x height x depth: approx. 122.5mm x 61.5mm x 29.5mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight: approx. 192g (including battery and SD memory card)
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