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Sealife DC800

Sleek, modern design meets high-tech functionality in SeaLife´s new DC800 8-megapixel camera. Designed to take high-resolution images up to 200 feet underwater, it produces ultra-clear images that overcome the biggest obstacles in great underwater photography as well.

The camera's new SLR-like design, large shutter button, and well-spaced mode buttons make the camera more ergonomic and user friendly. Versatility is key, as users can take striking photographs just about anywhere. You could feel confidant to take your DC800 scuba diving or snorkeling, there´s no fear that water will damage the camera in any way. No matter where you travel, the DC800 can handle the environment.

Continuing with Sealife's dedication to diving, the DC800 has unique new features. Five Underwater Modes allow you to take sharp, colorful underwater pictures anywhere in the world and new External Flash Modes allow you to to change settings with auto mode or manually for best results.

Special Features

Sea mode with 3 UW color correction settings (Oceans Blue, Oceans Green and Rivers/Lakes).

Ext Flash Auto mode for automatic exposure settings when using one or two external flash accessories. Ideal for beginner and intermediate UW photographers.

Ext Flash Manual mode for manual aperture and shutter speed exposure controls when using one or two external flash accessories. Ideal for advanced UW photographers.

Spy Mode � The camera automatically shoots continuous pictures at set time intervals.

Expandable with one or two SeaLife flashes

Pocket size removable inner camera.

Rubber armored for durability and sure grip.

Big shutter button and widespread controls for easy access, even with dive gloves on.

Technical Features

8 megapixel CCD for high-resolution, quality enlargements.

Large 2.7" LCD for easy on-camera viewing

20X zoom - 4X optical zoom plus 5X digital

Auto focus to 2" (5cm)

High capacity rechargeable lithium battery 1250mAh for 2 tank dive+ (2+ hours or 200+ pics)

Fast shutter response time* and quick start-up for fast action photography.
*( As fast as 0.1 sec in Ext Flash mode and landscape focus mode.)

SD and SDHC card compatible up to 4GB.

22 Land modes � Automatically pre-sets the camera for the type of scene. Includes Face-detection, Anti-shake and aperture/shutter priority.

640x480 Video mode with Sound

Depth tested to 200 ft (60m)

Wide angle optical lens 28mm to 112mm film equivalent.

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Expected mid-May in the UK - approx £380.