Lightweight and Highly Portable Zone 0 Rated Digital Camera

Extronics (UK), designer and manufacturer of intrinsically safe and explosion proof equipment announces the launch of their latest digital camera for hazardous areas – the iCAM501 Ultra. Building on the successes of the original iCAM501, the ULTRA has a number of significant new enhancements whilst retaining the features of the original model.

A new LED flash array provides 3 times more illumination power, allowing pictures to be taken in the darkest situations. This feature is controlled by the enhanced software which regulates the flash intensity depending on the ambient light available. Additionally the iCAM501 Ultra has a new, high performance lens which allied to the powerful image analysis software, provides greatly improve picture quality and overall camera performance. The new date stamp feature provides valuable chronological information when reviewing pictures. The camera also comes with a new, removable rubber casing which enhances durability and grip whilst retaining portability and ease of use.

"The iCAM501 has been an outstanding success for Extronics due to its cost-effective combination of portability and performance," Said John Hartley, Managing Director at Extronics. "The new iCAM501 Ultra builds on that success and with both Mining & FM certification available this month (October), we are confident that the new model will prove to be even more popular with our customers."

As part of the commitment to provide enduring value to their products, Extronics is offering a low cost upgrade option to existing users of the iCAM501. "As much as commercially possible, we want to protect customer investment in Extronics products" commented Hartley.

The new iCAM501 Ultra is the first in a series of new products being launched this autumn by Extronics.