# Pentax WG-90 Blue waterproof compact camera

The Pentax WG-90 Blue is a rugged compact camera listed for underwater photography to 14 metres, with a 5× optical zoom and macro lighting. Its small fixed LCD and the listing’s inconsistent video and lens details are worth weighing against its outdoor-focused design.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Model: Pentax WG-90 Blue
- Category: Electronics > Cameras & Photography > Cameras
- Price: 299.00 GBP
- Previous price: 379.99 GBP
- Discount: 21%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T17:45:24.798Z
- Rating: 4.1 / 5
- Reviews: 37

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## At a glance

- Manufacturer claims waterproofing to 14 metres, shock resistance to a 1.6-metre fall and freeze resistance to -10°C.
- Underwater and underwater-movie modes are described as adjusting colour and contrast for underwater scenes.
- Six lens-barrel LEDs are intended to light close-up subjects, with a macro mode claimed to focus from one centimetre.
- The fixed 2.7-inch LCD has an outdoor brightness setting, according to the manufacturer.

## Pros

- The stated ruggedness and dedicated underwater modes suit casual snorkelling and outdoor snapshots where a regular compact camera may be unsuitable.
- Five-times optical zoom and macro lighting cover both wider scenes and close-up subjects without relying solely on digital zoom.
- A macro stand is described as included and can help stabilise close-up shots on a flat surface.

## Cons

- The 2.7-inch display is fixed, limiting viewing flexibility when composing from awkward angles.
- The listing describes manual focus as the focus type, so buyers seeking straightforward autofocus should confirm how focus works on this model.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Ricoh Imaging Co
- Model: Pentax WG-90 Blue
### Display and video
- Screen size: 2.7 Inches
- Screen technology listed: LCD
- Video format listed: MPEG-4
- Night vision: No
- Video capture resolution: 1080p
- Display resolution: 640 x 480
- Screen dot count: 230000 dots
- Display fixture: Fixed
### Camera optics and capture
- Sensor technology: CMOS
- Sensor size: 1/2.3-inch
- Still resolution: 16 MP
- Focus type: Manual Focus
- Autofocus technology: Contrast Detection
- Optical zoom: 5 x
- Lens listing: 5-25mm \(35mm equivalent: 28mm-140mm\) zoom lens with a telephoto range
- Image stabilisation: Digital
- Shooting modes: Night Portrait, Portrait, Movie, Sports, Macro, Underwater, Aperture Priority, Automatic, Program, Custom, Panorama, Landscape, Priority of Times
- Flash modes: Auto, On/Fill
- Continuous shooting speed: 30 FPS
- Metering methods: Rating, Spots, Weighted in the Centre
- Expanded ISO range: 1600
- Expanded ISO maximum: 6400
### Dimensions and installation
- Form factor: Compact
- Weight listed: 490 Grams
- Colour: Blue
### Ruggedness and close-up features
- Claimed waterproof depth: 14 meters
- Claimed shock resistance: 1.6 meters
- Claimed freeze resistance: -10°C
- Macro light count: Six LED Macro Lights
- Macro focusing distance claim: one centimeter
### Connections and storage
- Video output: HDMI
- USB ports: 1
- Compatible memory card: SD

## Before you buy

- The listing contains inconsistent technical details: it pairs 1080p video and H.264 Full HD claims with MPEG-4 as the stated video format, and gives differing lens focal-length descriptions, including 25 Millimeters maximum, 28 Millimeters minimum, 5-25mm and 5-25mm \(35mm equivalent: 28mm-140mm\) zoom lens with a telephoto range. The maximum aperture is also stated as 1.8 Millimetres, which is not clearly a standard aperture value. Confirm the exact specifications before buying. Waterproof depth and durability are manufacturer claims, not independently verified here.

## In the box

- Camera (Included): The listing names these contents but does not specify each accessory.

## A good fit for

- Buyers wanting a compact camera for casual underwater and outdoor photography.
- People who take close-up images of small objects and can make use of built-in macro LEDs and a stand.
- Worksite users who prioritise the claimed water, shock and freeze resistance over a flexible screen.

## Less suited to

- Buyers who need a tilting or articulated screen.
- Buyers who require clearly confirmed video-format, lens or autofocus specifications before purchase.

## Customer feedback

Aggregate customer ratings are mixed overall: five-star ratings form the largest group, but three- and one-star ratings are also present. Without written feedback, these figures do not show what customers liked or criticised. They offer limited guidance on how the camera performs for underwater use, macro work or everyday outdoor photography.

## Frequently asked questions

### How deep is the Pentax WG-90 claimed to be waterproof?
The listing describes it as waterproof to 14 metres. Treat this as a manufacturer claim and follow the product’s operating guidance for underwater use.
### Does the WG-90 have a macro feature?
Yes. The listing describes a Digital Microscope mode, six LED Macro Lights and a macro stand, with close focusing claimed from one centimetre.
### Can the display tilt?
The display is listed as fixed, so it does not offer the viewing-angle adjustment of a flip or tilting screen.
### What should I confirm about video and the lens?
The supplied details disagree on video format and lens specifications. The listing combines 1080p and H.264 claims with MPEG-4, and gives multiple focal-length descriptions, so confirm the exact configuration before buying.

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