Ricoh WG-M2, rugged action camera introduced that can shoot 4k video at 204 degree field of view. Its 40% lighter and smaller than its predecessor Recoh WG-M1. You can drop it, freeze it, and knock it around all without using a case. The Company will start selling the new camera April16 onwards priced at $299.95 (Rs. 20,636 approx).
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The camera sensor is capable of capturing 8-megapixel stills and video at 1080p at 60fps, 720p at 120fps and 4k at 30fps, all at a bitrate of upto 100Mbps. It's waterproof to 65 feet (about 20 meters), can withstand temperatures of -10 degrees Celsius, and will survive drops from about seven feet. There's a 1.5-inch LCD screen on the top for framing up shots, too. The curious bit is the field of view the WG-M2 defaults to shooting at 204 degrees, which is far wider than the 170-degree FOV offered by other action cameras such as GoPro. One benefit is that there's an option to shoot at a more-narrow field of view, which allows the camera to digitally stabilize the image.
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Jim Malcolm, president, Ricoh Imaging said,
This camera is simply best in class, both in terms of image quality and ease of use. The WG-M2 is one of the smallest and lightest cameras in the market. Its more than an action camera. The WG-M2 is compact and durable; with a large color LCD to frame and enjoy top-quality images and 4K Ultra-HD video. It also comes with a host of features that make the camera extremely easy to use, which is critical when youre capturing life.
The Ricoh WG-M2 is equipped with large control buttons that make it easy and intuitive to operate. A new start-stop control mechanism vibrates to confirm when recording is started or stopped, ensuring that important moments are never missed, and a large, 1.5-inch color LCD monitor makes it possible to view the action during recording or to playback video on the go.
Ricoh will also offer an array of mounts and accessories which will let you attach the WG-M2 onto helmets, handlebars, etc.
News Source: Ricoh Introduces 4K WG-M2 Rugged Action Camera
The camera sensor is capable of capturing 8-megapixel stills and video at 1080p at 60fps, 720p at 120fps and 4k at 30fps, all at a bitrate of upto 100Mbps. It's waterproof to 65 feet (about 20 meters), can withstand temperatures of -10 degrees Celsius, and will survive drops from about seven feet. There's a 1.5-inch LCD screen on the top for framing up shots, too. The curious bit is the field of view the WG-M2 defaults to shooting at 204 degrees, which is far wider than the 170-degree FOV offered by other action cameras such as GoPro. One benefit is that there's an option to shoot at a more-narrow field of view, which allows the camera to digitally stabilize the image.
Jim Malcolm, president, Ricoh Imaging said,
This camera is simply best in class, both in terms of image quality and ease of use. The WG-M2 is one of the smallest and lightest cameras in the market. Its more than an action camera. The WG-M2 is compact and durable; with a large color LCD to frame and enjoy top-quality images and 4K Ultra-HD video. It also comes with a host of features that make the camera extremely easy to use, which is critical when youre capturing life.
The Ricoh WG-M2 is equipped with large control buttons that make it easy and intuitive to operate. A new start-stop control mechanism vibrates to confirm when recording is started or stopped, ensuring that important moments are never missed, and a large, 1.5-inch color LCD monitor makes it possible to view the action during recording or to playback video on the go.
Ricoh will also offer an array of mounts and accessories which will let you attach the WG-M2 onto helmets, handlebars, etc.
News Source: Ricoh Introduces 4K WG-M2 Rugged Action Camera