Fantasea FG16 User Manual
Fantasea Line
FG16 Housing
For Canon PowerShot G16
(Cat. No. 1391)
Instruction Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................. 2
DISCLAIMER .................................................................................................................................................. 3
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................ 3
GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................. 3
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................... 4
INCLUDED IN PACKAGE ............................................................................................................................. 5
IDENTIFICATION OF HOUSING PARTS .................................................................................................. 6
THE CANON POWERSHOT G16 DIGITAL CAMERA .......................................................................... 11
SETTING UP THE HOUSING ..................................................................................................................... 12
PREPARING THE CAMERA .............................................................................................................................. 12
PREPARING THE HOUSING ............................................................................................................................. 12
OPENING THE HOUSING ................................................................................................................................. 14
CHECKING THE O-RING ................................................................................................................................. 15
INSTALLING THE CAMERA ............................................................................................................................. 15
CLOSING THE HOUSING ................................................................................................................................. 16
REMOVING THE CAMERA FROM THE HOUSING ............................................................................................ 17
USING THE CAMERA BUILT-IN FLASH ........................................................................................................... 18
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................ 19
EXTERNAL FLASHES ...................................................................................................................................... 19
FLASH & VIDEO LIGHTING SETS .................................................................................................................... 21
LENS ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................................................... 21
HOUSING HAND STRAP .................................................................................................................................. 21
COLD-SHOE CONNECTOR FOR LIGHTING ACCESSORIES ................................................................................. 22
LEAK DETECTOR............................................................................................................................................ 22
FG16 HOUSING ACCESSORY SYSTEM ............................................................................................................ 22
CARE & MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................... 23
FANTASEA PRODUCT CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................ 24
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Note
Please read this manual carefully in order to properly operate the FG16
Housing. Store this manual in a safe place for further reference once you have
read it.
DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made in order to ensure that the information included in this instruction
manual is accurate and complete, no liability will be accepted for any errors or omissions. Fantasea Line
reserves the right to change product specifications and features described herein at any time without prior
notice. No part of this instruction manual may be copied, translated or reproduced without the prior
written permission of Fantasea Line. Fantasea Line makes no warranties aside from limited product
warranty as described at the end of this manual.
INTRODUCTION
General Information
The FG16 Housing features a stylish and ergonomic design, specifically created for the Canon PowerShot
G16 digital camera. The FG16 Housing is manufactured to the highest professional standards of function,
style and durability. It is depth rated to 60m/200 feet and is fully functional with ergonomically designed
and labeled controls. The Fantasea FG16 is the ultimate waterproof home for the Canon PowerShot G16.
The FG16 Housing is ideal for outdoor and underwater photography. Underwater photographers can dive
or snorkel and capture all the excitement of this fascinating world, while outdoor photographers also have
the option of capturing the action of outdoor and water sports activities, such as paddle sports, sailing,
boating, surfing, fishing, hunting, backpacking and camping. The FG16 Housing is shock resistant and
protects the camera from water, sand, dust, frost, impact, as well as other damaging elements and harmful
occurrences. The FG16 Housing was designed to be compatible with a complete accessory system, enabling
photographers to enhance the quality of their images.
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Features & Specifications
Depth rated to 60m/200 feet
Made from durable injection molded Polycarbonate
Access to all camera controls and functions
Shock resistant
Double O-ring main seal
Special cold-shoe mount for lighting accessories
Removable double fiber optic cable connection plate
Removable flash diffuser
Removable anti-glare hood for the LCD screen
Easy and secure installation of camera
Labeled controls for comfortable operation
Compatible with a wide range of underwater photo accessories
Moisture detector
Weight (with camera on land): 1.1 kg
Weight (with camera in 3.6% salt water): -0.3 kg
Dimensions (without accessories): 17 x 13 x 13.5 cm \ 6.7 x 5.11 x 5.4 inch (W x D x H)
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1. FG16 Housing
2. Removable flash diffuser with secure line
3. Hand lanyard
4. Silicone grease
5. Anti-glare hood for LCD screen
6. Screwdriver
7. Silica gel packs
8. O-ring remover
9. Spare back door O-ring seal
10. Diffuser quick release secure string
(housing side)
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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE
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Note
1. Please refer to the Canon PowerShot G16 camera instruction manual for
detailed descriptions and instructions regarding all camera controls and
functions.
2. It is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with all the
controls topside before using these controls underwater.
2. Zoom Control
1. Front Dial
3. Shutter Release
4. On/Off
5. Exposure Compensation
6. Mode Dial
7. Cold Shoe Mount
8. Flash Push Down
9. Fiber Optic Cable Plate
10. Lens Port
11. Tripod Mounting Screw Holes
(bottom)
IDENTIFICATION OF HOUSING PARTS
Top/Front Side of Housing - Corresponding numbered descriptions are found on the following page
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Numbered descriptions below refer to corresponding numbers on the top/front housing graphic on the
previous page:
1. Front Dial - Turning this dial swivels the front dial of the camera to the opposite direction. This
allows for altering shutter speed and aperture, navigating through camera menus and more. Note
that housing front dial directions are opposite to camera front dial directions when turned.
2. Zoom Control – Turning this control activates the camera zoom button:
a. Turn the zoom control counterclockwise to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the
frame.
b. Turn the zoom control clockwise to zoom in, so that the subject fills a larger area of the
frame.
3. Shutter Release – Activates the camera shutter release button and auto focus prior to taking the
picture.
4. On/Off- Pushing this control activates the camera power switch button and turns the camera on/off.
5. Exposure Compensation - Turning this dial operates the camera exposure compensation dial to the
opposite direction. Note that housing exposure compensation dial directions are opposite to camera
exposure compensation dial directions when turned.
a. In order to set a higher exposure compensation value, turn the exposure compensation dial
counterclockwise.
b. In order to a lower exposure compensation value, turn the exposure compensation dial
clockwise.
Note that value markings on the housing exposure compensation dial do not indicate the value set
by the corresponding camera dial, even if aligned prior to camera installation inside the housing.
Therefore, it is important to check the exposure compensation value selected and displayed on the
camera LCD screen.
6. Mode Dial – Turn this dial while applying slight downward pressure to change shooting modes.
a. In order to for the housing mode dial to indicate the proper mode selected by the camera
mode dial, it is recommended to align housing and camera mode dials prior to installing the
camera inside the housing. Please refer to the section “Installing the Camera” for further
information.
b. When housing and camera mode dials are aligned, the mode displayed on the left side of the
housing mode dial is the one selected.
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c. Note: Housing and camera mode dials may not remain aligned during your dive. Therefore, it
is important to check the shooting mode selected and displayed on the camera LCD screen
when switching modes. Even in such cases, since mode labels on the housing mode dial
appear according to their order on the camera mode dial, they can still assist with the
amount of turning required in order to reach the desirable shooting mode.
d. In order to switch modes, apply slight downward pressure on the mode dial as you rotate it
in order to create enough contact pressure to accurately reach the desired mode.
7. Cold-Shoe Mount for Lighting Accessories- Enables mounting a flash, video light, torch or focus light
on top of the housing by using a dedicated connector. For further information regarding such
connectors, please visit the Fantasea website – www.fantasea.com
8. Flash Push Down Control – This control allows blocking the camera built-in flash after it has been
popped-up by using the Flash Up switch.
a. In order to prevent the camera built-in flash from firing, apply slight downward pressure on
the Flash Push Down control and slide it rightwards until it sits securely in the small slot
toward the right side, as indicated by the arrow direction on top of the control. This pushes
down the camera built-in flash enough in order to prevent it from firing.
b. In order to release the camera built-in flash again, slide the Flash Push Down control
leftwards until it returns to its original position on the left. This will enable the flash to popup again and to fire whenever activated.
9. Fiber Optic Cable Plate-
a. When installed on the housing, the fiber optic cable plate and the two adaptors inserted
inside it allow for an easy attachment of 2 fiber optic cables to the housing. For further
instructions, please refer to the section “External Flashes”.
b. Remove the fiber optic cable plate from the housing in order to make use of the internal
camera flash during your dive. In order to remove the plate, insert your fingers beneath the
adaptors installed inside the plate and pull the plate upwards till it is removed from its slot.
Note that when photographing using the camera built-in flash only, the flash diffuser
accessory should be installed, or else unwanted shading will occur in most images taken.
c. Make sure the fiber optic cable plate is secured to the housing by its secure line in order to
avoid losing it during the dive.
d. If using only one external flash, make sure the second fiber optic cable adaptor remains in its
place to block any light coming out of the exposed adaptor hole.
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