Fantasea BigEye Lens FXF80, BigEye FXF200, BigEye FXF100 Operator's Manual

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1. Introduction

The Fantasea BigEye Lens FXF80/100/200 is a patented “wet” accessory wide

angle lens that was specially designed for the FujiFilm WP-FXF80, WP-FXF100

and WP-FXF200 underwater camera housings. The lens fits onto the housing

lens port and can be installed and removed during the course of the dive. It is

perfect for photographing seascapes, divers, ship wrecks and schools of fish

without moving further away from the subject, thereby still taking full

advantage of water clarity and artificial light sources.

2. Technology

The BigEye Lens FXF80/100/200 makes use of a new patented lens

technology, which allows for high quality underwater wide angle images free

of distortions. The new technology uses air instead of glass as an optical

element and enables recovering 100% of the camera lens optical properties

that would normally be lost underwater. The air pocket inside the lens

enhances the angle of light refraction, thereby restoring the original angle of

coverage of the camera lens (see figures below). This patented technology

was specially designed for underwater photography and therefore the lens

should only be used when the system is submerged in water.

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3. Included in Box

 BigEye Lens FXF80/100/200
 Neoprene Lens Cover
 Secure Line
 Warranty
 Instruction Manual

4. Specifications

 For the FujiFilm WP-FXF80, WP-FXF100 and WP-FXF200 housings
 Depth rated to 60 meters / 200 feet
 Field of view recovery (magnification): 105% (x 0.7)
 Angle of coverage: 80 degrees
 Lens material: Optical glass, hard coated plastic and anodized

aluminum

 Weight: 492g
 Dimensions: 157x67mm

: 5. Instructions for Use

A. Please use the utmost care and do not use excessive force when

assembling and disassembling the lens, in order to not cause any damage
to the product.

B. Attach the secure line to the lens and the housing, in order to secure the

lens to the housing.

C. During the dive, install the BigEye Lens by attaching it to the housing lens

port, as shown on the figure on the following page.

Important Notice:

Prior to installing the lens, make sure you are holding the lens according to the shape of

the lens port, so the gap designed on the lens adaptor corresponds with the housing

built-in flash diffuser. To install the lens, push it against the lens port starting from the

bottom right corner (when facing the housing) and proceeding towards the top left

corner, where the housing built-in flash diffuser is located. After lens installation, make

sure it is properly attached by gently trying to pull it out. If properly installed, the lens

should not easily come off the lens port.