Wg-m2

**Mikesul** · 05-11-2016, 03:16 PM

Are there any WG-M2 users on the forum? If you are here please share some experiences and photos. Thanks.

Adam · 05-11-2016, 03:48 PM

You mean videos?

I've got one on the way!

**Mikesul** · 05-11-2016, 06:57 PM

Well sure. Either video or stills would be interesting. I will look forward to seeing what it does.

surfar · 05-12-2016, 01:17 AM

There's plenty on YouTube.

**GlassJunkie** · 06-13-2016, 06:20 AM

We bought this to compliment our trip capture while working photo projects. Did the research, WG-M2, appeared to be far more cost effective than GoPro or SONY. It is a more friendly format (shape-size), offers all that GoPr0 does in image quality (exc some encoding pro editors like to have), great batteries, a pleasantly workable LCD interface (typical Pentax layout). Seals well, includes waterproof to 66ft (2Hrs). GoPro mounts are the way to go (you will need some GoPro to1/4x20 adapters for $2-3 USD each). GoPro users/ mount users have refined a lot of mounting options (helmets, handlebars, flat/curved surfaces, heads, arms, shoulders, backpack straps, etc).

Items I did not go GoPro on.... Joby Suction Cup Tripod, Joby pocket folding tripod (very handy), Smatree (Stick, based on 1/4x20 comes with GoPro mount), the Vivitar Mount "assortment" came with mine in a bundle, added the others. Bought 4 extra Batts...

Issues: Pentax does not yet have the "skin" in the US, or other dedicated accessories (bad move). I had to learn how to "loop" continuous recordings (comes with 8/25 minute "clip" setting and auto shutoff (setting). Extra protective covers should be available, as well as an adapter so longer lenses (extending reach/ narrowing field beyond "crop" setting. Would have liked better nomenclature inside the back door for low light (HDMI and USB sockets could use some differentiation)...

Bought the silver one to drop "visibility" for Urban traffic use (recording motorists when you are on a recumbent trike is a hoot),...

I'll post some clips when I have something worth seeing... but 100% happy so far. Kills the GoPros for usability (I had borrowed one).....

PS... The Android App/Link (on a Moto Droid Turbo), works GREAT!!!

surfar · 09-12-2016, 04:36 PM

Theres a NEW review on here that isn't that flattering.I was tossing up the Ricoh and the Olympus Tracker which has a complicated menu apparently.

scoresby6 · 09-17-2017, 11:52 PM

Hello. I purchased the WG-M2 to catch roadside landscapes. I have previously used a Hero 3 quite successfully. The Ricoh has performed well and is very compact. My issue is the 205 degrees lens that produces fish-eye like images. The camera menu has an option for a narrower lens (150) but it is disabled on my camera (is greyed out with aline through it).

I have looked for firmware upgrades and looked at menus in different modes to no avail. I can supply photos when I am off the road.

Thanks

**GlassJunkie** · 09-21-2017, 11:41 AM

Originally posted by scoresby6

Hello. I purchased the WG-M2 to catch roadside landscapes. I have previously used a Hero 3 quite successfully. The Ricoh has performed well and is very compact. My issue is the 205 degrees lens that produces fish-eye like images. The camera menu has an option for a narrower lens (150) but it is disabled on my camera (is greyed out with aline through it).

I have looked for firmware upgrades and looked at menus in different modes to no avail. I can supply photos when I am off the road.

Thanks

If you change the video setting from 4K to 1080 (Camera Settings menu), does it allow you to pick "Narrow"? Mine does, 4K or Still image, Burst, or High speed stills lock it wide as well... Hope this helps....

scoresby6 · 09-25-2017, 01:05 AM

Originally posted by GlassJunkie

If you change the video setting from 4K to 1080 (Camera Settings menu), does it allow you to pick "Narrow"? Mine does, 4K or Still image, Burst, or High speed stills lock it wide as well... Hope this helps....

That hint worked thanks.

burnout · 05-08-2018, 02:42 AM

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05-11-2016, 03:16 PM	#1
Mikesul Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,594	Wg-m2 Are there any WG-M2 users on the forum? If you are here please share some experiences and photos. Thanks.

05-11-2016, 03:48 PM	#2
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06-13-2016, 06:20 AM	#5
GlassJunkie Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: St Petersburg Photos: Albums Posts: 402	WG-M2 in hand, learnings to date..... We bought this to compliment our trip capture while working photo projects. Did the research, WG-M2, appeared to be far more cost effective than GoPro or SONY. It is a more friendly format (shape-size), offers all that GoPr0 does in image quality (exc some encoding pro editors like to have), great batteries, a pleasantly workable LCD interface (typical Pentax layout). Seals well, includes waterproof to 66ft (2Hrs). GoPro mounts are the way to go (you will need some GoPro to1/4x20 adapters for $2-3 USD each). GoPro users/ mount users have refined a lot of mounting options (helmets, handlebars, flat/curved surfaces, heads, arms, shoulders, backpack straps, etc). Items I did not go GoPro on.... Joby Suction Cup Tripod, Joby pocket folding tripod (very handy), Smatree (Stick, based on 1/4x20 comes with GoPro mount), the Vivitar Mount "assortment" came with mine in a bundle, added the others. Bought 4 extra Batts... Issues: Pentax does not yet have the "skin" in the US, or other dedicated accessories (bad move). I had to learn how to "loop" continuous recordings (comes with 8/25 minute "clip" setting and auto shutoff (setting). Extra protective covers should be available, as well as an adapter so longer lenses (extending reach/ narrowing field beyond "crop" setting. Would have liked better nomenclature inside the back door for low light (HDMI and USB sockets could use some differentiation)... Bought the silver one to drop "visibility" for Urban traffic use (recording motorists when you are on a recumbent trike is a hoot),... I'll post some clips when I have something worth seeing... but 100% happy so far. Kills the GoPros for usability (I had borrowed one)..... PS... The Android App/Link (on a Moto Droid Turbo), works GREAT!!!

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05-11-2016, 06:57 PM	#3
Mikesul Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,594 Original Poster	Well sure. Either video or stills would be interesting. I will look forward to seeing what it does.

05-12-2016, 01:17 AM	#4
surfar Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: mid nth coast,nsw Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,141	There's plenty on YouTube.

09-12-2016, 04:36 PM	#6
surfar Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: mid nth coast,nsw Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,141	Theres a NEW review on here that isn't that flattering.I was tossing up the Ricoh and the Olympus Tracker which has a complicated menu apparently.

09-17-2017, 11:52 PM	#7
scoresby6 New Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: White Hills, Victoria Photos: Albums Posts: 2	Hello. I purchased the WG-M2 to catch roadside landscapes. I have previously used a Hero 3 quite successfully. The Ricoh has performed well and is very compact. My issue is the 205 degrees lens that produces fish-eye like images. The camera menu has an option for a narrower lens (150) but it is disabled on my camera (is greyed out with aline through it). I have looked for firmware upgrades and looked at menus in different modes to no avail. I can supply photos when I am off the road. Thanks

09-21-2017, 11:41 AM	#8
GlassJunkie Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: St Petersburg Photos: Albums Posts: 402	Originally posted by scoresby6 Hello. I purchased the WG-M2 to catch roadside landscapes. I have previously used a Hero 3 quite successfully. The Ricoh has performed well and is very compact. My issue is the 205 degrees lens that produces fish-eye like images. The camera menu has an option for a narrower lens (150) but it is disabled on my camera (is greyed out with aline through it). I have looked for firmware upgrades and looked at menus in different modes to no avail. I can supply photos when I am off the road. Thanks If you change the video setting from 4K to 1080 (Camera Settings menu), does it allow you to pick "Narrow"? Mine does, 4K or Still image, Burst, or High speed stills lock it wide as well... Hope this helps....

09-25-2017, 01:05 AM	#9
scoresby6 New Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: White Hills, Victoria Photos: Albums Posts: 2	Originally posted by GlassJunkie If you change the video setting from 4K to 1080 (Camera Settings menu), does it allow you to pick "Narrow"? Mine does, 4K or Still image, Burst, or High speed stills lock it wide as well... Hope this helps.... That hint worked thanks.

05-08-2018, 02:42 AM	#10
burnout New Member Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 2	Web Firmware update RICOH WG-M2 - PENTAX Foto RICOH WG-M2 - Descargas WG-M2 firmware.zip