GE G3WP Waterproof compact camera announced

17:13 March 4, 2009 PST

GE G3WP - waterproof digital compact camera

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General Imaging, the licensee for GE digital cameras, has launched its first-ever waterproof model at PMA 2009 - the G3WP. The 12.2 megapixel compact is waterproof to 10 feet, has a 4x optical zoom, Image Stabilization and a 2.7-inch LCD screen that automatically adjusts to changes in ambient light.

Designed for taking happy snaps during water-based activities or just shooting on a rainy day, the G3WP also features Auto Scene Detection, Blink, Smile and Face Detection, In-Camera Red-Eye Removal and a Panorama mode.

No details have yet been released on pricing or availability, but we don't expect it to be a budget breaker.

Megapixels: 12.2 megapixels
Recording Media: Internal Memory: 116 MB, SD/SDHC Card (up to 8G support)
Optical Zoom: 4X
AF Method: Single AF, Multi-AF (TTL 9-point), Face-Detection, AF Assist Light (On/Off)
Output Jacks: USB2.0/AV-OUT (Integrated Proprietary Connector)
LCD Size: 2.7 inch TFT color LCD (234,000 pixels)
ISO Sensitivity: Auto, ISO 64/100/200/400/800/1600/3200
Shooting Modes: Auto, Manual, ASCN, Image Stabilization, Movie, Scene (Sport, Children, Indoor, Leaf, Snow, Sunset, Fireworks, Glass, Museum, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait), Portrait, Panorama.
Waterproof: Up to 10 feet underwater
Focal Length: 6.75mm (Wide) – 27.0mm (Tele)
Power: Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery DS5370, 3.7V 700mAh
Weight: 4.2 oz. (Approx. 120g-Body only)
F Number: f/3.5 (Wide) – f/5.15 (Tele)
Dimensions: 3.7 inch Width x 2.4 inch Height x 0.9 inch Depth