Fantasea announces housing for Canon G9 X
Fantasea has announced their forthcoming housing for the Canon G9 X compact camera. As reported in Wetpixel’s ADEX coverage it provides access to the camera’s touch screen controls. It is constructed of polycarbonate, with access to all camera buttons and is supplied with a leak detector and an accessory pack.
The Fantasea housing for the G9 X will be shipping from May, with a estimated price of $400 in the U.S.A.
Press release
Fantasea proudly announces an underwater housing for the new Canon PowerShot G9 X.
The FG9X Housing is specifically designed for the Canon PowerShot G9 X, thereby providing the most compact, sturdy and ergonomic waterproof housing for this camera. It also features a new touch screen technology, providing access to essential contact points on the camera touch screen.
Estimated release date of the FG9X Housing is May, 2016.
Estimated price is approx. $400 in the USA.
Fantasea is already accepting orders for the FG9X Housing.
Canon G9 X - Capture impressive stills and stunning videos with this slim, fashionable and comfortable compact camera.
Camera features include:
- 20.2 MP large 1.0-inch high sensitivity CMOS sensor
- Bright F2.0 28-84mm equiv. lens
- 3x optical zoom
- Full HD 1080p/60p video recording capabilities
- Wide ISO range of 125–12800 for shooting in low light
- Convenient control ring and mode dial for intuitive manual adjustment
- ND (Neutral Density) filter for long exposure times and very wide apertures
- 3.0-inch LCD touch panel
- Lightweight - only 7.37 ounces (209g)
The FG9X Housing features the highest and most professional standards of function, style and durability:
- Full access to all camera buttons with clearly labeled controls
- New touch screen technology provides access to essential contact points on the camera touch screen
- Depth rated to 60 meters / 200 feet
- M67 thread on lens port
- Shock resistant construction
- Ergonomic design
- Double O-ring protection for a perfect watertight seal
- Moisture Detector
- Hand Strap
- Port Cover
- A complete accessory system, including wide angle and macro lenses, color correction filters, flashes, video lights and all necessary adaptors and connectors, is available for this housing
- Manufacturer’s warranty
For further information - www.fantasea.com and soon on www.canondive.com.