Minox unveils a waterproof compact camera

Written by Adorama News Writer
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Published on March 1, 2010
Adorama News Writer
Adorama ALC

The DC 9011 WP sets new standards in digital photography with MINOX. Boasting a sturdy body that is waterproof up to a depth of three meters this compact digital camera repels dust, water, sand and salt. Specially designed for extreme conditions and rough environments it is a must-have for those who like to lap up the sun on the beach, for lovers of water sports and outdoor enthusiasts. It also reprepresents a highlight for all extreme athletes. Apart from opening up new opportunities when out canyoning, diving or sailing, the MINOX DC 9011 WP excels as the perfect photographic tool for daily use, featuring an outstanding resolution of 9 megapixels that guarantees brilliant images that are rich in detail. This means that the user can also count on perfect enlargements, even in poster size.The camera’s ergonomic, slim and sporty dimensions of just 96 x 65 x 25 mm make it a perfect companion in every way. When shooting pictures underwater the powerful 2.5 inch color monitor really stands out, providing clear visibility of the composed subject, even underwater. The menu layout is logical and straightforward. There are 8 subject programs to choose from, depending on the situation.The scope of delivery of the new MINOX DC 9011 WP includes a camera pouch, strap, software, USB-cable and 2x AAA batteries.Technical Data MINOX DC 9011Image Sensor 9.0 Megapixel CMOS-SensorResolution (Pixels) Still: 3968 x 2976, 3472 x 2604, 2816 x 2112, 2304 x 1728, 1600 x 1200 , 640 x 480Movie: 640 x 480, 320 x 240Colour 12-Bit RGBLens Autofocus MINOCTAR-ObjektivAperture range f = 3,0Focal length 7.9 mm (corresponds with 45 format)Shutter speed 1 – 1/2000 sec.Zoom 6x digitalScene mode 8 scene modiWhite Balance Auto, Manual: Incandescent, Daylight, Cloudy, FluorescentScreen 2,5“ TFT-LCDFlash integratedFlash programs Auto, Fill-In-Flash, On/OffExposure Auto exposure / Manual ± 2,00 EV in 1/3 stepsISO Auto, ISO 64/100/200/400/640Self-Timer 10 sec / 2 secMemory Internal memory 16 MB / external memory with SD/SDHC cards up to 8 GBLanguage English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Chinese (traditional and simplified)Software Media One GallerySystem requirements Windows 2000/XP; Mac OS 9.0 or later versionConnectors USB 2.0 (high speed)Power Alkaline Battery (AAA x 2)Dimensions 3.77 x 2.56 x 0.98 inch / 96 x 65 x 25 mmWeight 4.2 oz / 119 g

The above is an unedited press release provided by Minox Germany.