The ultimate action camera of the WG series, equipped with an airtight waterproofed, shock-resistant body for all types of outdoor and underwater activities.

In order to provide brilliant performance in demanding, action scenes — both in the water and in the field — the RICOH WG-M1 is designed to be waterproof to a depth of 10 meters without requiring a protective underwater housing, shock-resistant against a fall from a height of two meters, and cold-resistant to temperatures as low as -10°C. With its ultra-wide-angle lens, it captures dynamic Full HD movie clips with a realistic sense of depth. Its approximately 14.0 effective megapixels means that it takes beautiful, high-resolution still images, while its high-speed continuous shooting capability records subjects in a series of images, at a speed of approximately 10 images per second. Reflecting the underlying theme of the WG series, its body features an outdoor-oriented design.  It also provides a host of convenient features that allow the user to check real-time images during both still-image and movie shooting, including a 1.5-inch color LCD monitor and wireless LAN connection for operations using a smartphone. By coupling the WG-M1 with an array of camera-mount accessories, the user can respond more flexibly to a wide range of action scenes in sports and outdoor activities, and record them in dynamic, action-packed images and movies unlike anything you’ve seen before.

1. Effortless underwater shooting without a housing
By simply mounting the included underwater lens protector on the airtight body, the WG-M1 assures outstanding waterproof performance to a depth of 10 meters, and for up to one hour of continuous operation (equivalent to IPX8 or JIS Class 8). It is also designed to be shock-resistant against a fall from a height of two meters,* dustproof (equivalent to JIS Class 6), and cold-resistant against temperatures as low as -10°C.
 
2. Full HD movie recording with a selection of creative tools
The WG-M1 provides Full HD movie recording in the H.264 recording format, capturing high-quality, extended movie clips (1920 x 1080 pixels, 16:9 proportions) at a frame rate of 30 frames per second.* Thanks to its digital shake reduction mode, the user is assured of flawless, blur-free movies, with a choice of four angle-of-view settings — Wide (approximately 137 degrees),** Medium,*** Narrow*** and Underwater. It also provides a host of creative tools to simplify complex movie-recording techniques, including “Motion detection,” which automatically starts recording a movie when the camera detects a moving object within the image field; “Loop recording,” which keeps recording movies while creating new files at five- or ten-minute intervals; “High-speed Movie,”**** which records movies specifically for slow-motion playbacks; and “Time Lapse Movie,” which produces time-compressed movies using a time-lapse recording technique. In addition, a micro-HDMI terminal (type D) is provided on the camera body for the simultaneous output of movie clips and sound to external audio-visual devices.

3. High-resolution still images captured by an ultra-wide-angle, 160-degree lens and approximately 14.0 effective megapixels
The WG-M1 delivers true-to-life, high-resolution still images, thanks to the combination of approximately 14.0 effective megapixels and a CMOS image sensor with outstanding high-sensitivity and low-noise characteristics and high-speed data readout.  During still-image shooting, it offers a choice of four angle-of-view settings: Wide (160 degrees),* Medium,** Narrow** and Underwater. It also provides a high-speed continuous shooting mode to record a series of still images at a speed of approximately 10 images per second.

4. Functional, outdoor-oriented design
Inheriting the design theme of the waterproof WG series, the WG-M1 offers a functional, heavy-duty design perfect for active outdoor shooting. It comes equipped with a 1.5-inch color LCD monitor for easy confirmation of the image composition during shooting and quick review of recorded images and movies during playback. Its large control buttons facilitate camera operations — including instant switching between still-image and movie modes — even when the user is wearing gloves. It also features a tripod socket on the bottom for the direct attachment of various accessories. The WG-M1 offers a choice of two body colors: black and orange.

5. Wireless LAN connection to support remote operation using smartphones
By installing a WG-M1-dedicated application in a smartphone or tablet computer, the user can perform various camera functions from a distance: confirm the status of a subject or scene, release the WG-M1’s shutter, and even check movie recordings in real time. The user can also browse and download images and movies recorded by the WG-M1 onto a smartphone or tablet computer for effortless editing using the tools provided by the application, then upload them to social networking and other websites to share them with friends.

6. Other features

• Face Detection AF & AE function, to automatically optimize focus and set exposure on the subject’s face
• WG adhesive mount, to attach the camera body to different surfaces using a powerful adhesive tape
• Carabiner-equipped strap, to suspend the camera on a backpack or other object for easy carrying
• Compatible with micro SD and micro SDHC memory cards