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Flash photography without the added 'flash'

A DESIGNER and manufacturer of intrinsically safe and explosion-proof equipment has announced the...

Noel Dyson

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Extronics’ camera, the follow up to its iCAM501, is ideal for maintenance workers operating in hazardous areas.

Its LED flash array provides three times more illumination power, allowing pictures to be taken in the darkest situations.

The feature is controlled by the software that regulates the flash intensity depending on the ambient light available.

Additionally, the iCAM501 Ultra has a high performance lens that, allied to the image analysis software, provides improved picture quality and overall camera performance.

The date stamp feature provides useful chronological information when reviewing pictures.

The camera also comes with a removable rubber casing.

Extronics is offering a low-cost upgrade option to existing users of its iCAM501.

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