Tough cameras are still a thing – Breaking News & Latest Updates 2026
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Tough cameras are still a thing.

Ricoh announced a new duo of waterproof / shockproof tough point-and-shoot cameras launching in July. No, the year is not 2011, but compact cameras continue to have their moment in 2024.

The 16-megapixel Pentax WG-1000 is the new entry-level with 4x optical zoom and waterproofing to 49.2 ft for $229.95. The 20-megapixel Pentax WG-8 is the flagship with 5x zoom, 65.6 ft depth range, and LED ring light for $399.95.

Two colors of the Pentax WG-1000 cameras with attached carabiner straps.
Rear view of the Pentax WG-1000 and its button layout.
The Pentax WG-8 cameras in black and green next to some driftwood on a white background.
Two Pentax WG-8 cameras, one with its LED ring light turned on.
The rear screen and button layout of the Pentax WG-8.
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The WG-1000 comes in olive and gray, each including a carabiner strap.
Image: Ricoh Imaging
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