Fantasea Line

UWL-400F
Wide Angle Lens
Cat. No. 5140
Instruction Manual

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 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
The Fantasea UWL-400F Wide Angle Lens is a sharp “wet” wide angle conversion lens that fits
onto the housing lens port thread and can be installed and removed during the course of the dive.
It was designed for cameras featuring a 24mm lens (35mm equiv.) or any higher focal range.
It is perfect for photographing seascapes, divers, ship wrecks and schools of fish without moving
further away from the subject, thereby still taking full advantage of water clarity and artificial
light sources. It also allows focusing on short distances, making it perfect for CFWA (Close Focus
Wide Angle) photography.

SPECIFICATIONS

 52mm thread mount

 Bezel / Barrel material: Aluminum alloy with black hard anodize, ABS
 Lens material: 5 groups and 5 elements
 Lens coating: Hard coating on the Polycarbonate dome lens + Multi layer AR coating on all
glass lenses
 Depth rated to 100 meters / 330 feet
 Magnification: 0.50X
 Angle of View: 120 degrees*
*Diagonal angle of view (or field of view) on land, using a focal length equivalent to 24 mm with a 35
mm format image sensor. To understand how this lens performs using a specific camera, please
check our compatibility tables or contact us.
 Focus distance: 0mm from the dome
 Weight (on land): 591 g / 20.8 oz
 Weight (underwater): 200 g / 7.1 oz
 Dimensions (diameter x height): 121.8 x 76 mm / 4.8 x 3.0 inch
 Included in package: Neoprene dome cover, rear lens cap, EyeDaptor M67-F52 lens adaptor,
secure string, microfiber cloth, O-ring remover and lens padded carrying case

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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

1. UWL-400F Wide Angle Lens 5. O-ring remover

2. Rear lens cap 6. Eyedaptor M67-F52 lens adaptor
3. Neoprene dome cover 7. Secure string
4. Microfiber cloth 8. Velcro secure strap
9. Padded carrying case

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COMPATIBILITY
The UWL-400F is compatible with most cameras featuring a 24mm lens (or a higher focal range).
It can also be used with some cameras featuring a wider lens by zooming in to avoid a vignette.
The UWL-400F features a 52mm thread and can be mounted directly on 52mm threaded housing
lens ports or on lens ports featuring a different thread, by using a compatible adaptor.
For a selection of adaptors available, please visit our website - www.fantasea.com

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1. Please use the utmost care and do not use excessive force when assembling and
disassembling the lens, in order not to cause any damage to the product.
2. Install the secure string on the lens:
a. Using the O-ring remover, remove the two rubber bands installed on the lens
barrel.
b. Wrap the Velcro secure strap around the lens barrel starting with the end
featuring the Velcro, having the Velcro facing out of the lens (Fig.1).
c. Continue until the strap is wrapped around itself and the Velcro attaches (Fig.2).
d. Install the secure string by inserting it through the lanyard loop on the Velcro
secure strap, then pulling it through itself and testing it in order to make sure it is
secure (Fig.3).

Fig.1 Fig.2 Fig.3

3. It is recommended to attach the secure string of the lens to the housing, in order to
secure it. If making use of an arm in the system, the secure string can be secured to the
arm rather than to the housing.
4. Unscrew the rear cap of the lens until it can be removed.
5. Prior to installing the lens on the housing, it is recommended to apply a small amount of
silicone grease on the threaded area of the lens (and adaptor, if used) in order to
prevent corrosion. Make sure that no grease is applied over the lens glass.
6. If using an adaptor, install it on the lens by screwing it all the way in.

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 7. During the dive, install the lens by screwing it on to your housing lens port. Avoid
tightening the lens too hard onto the housing port, filter or adaptor, as this might
result in difficulty with removal.
8. Once the lens is installed on the housing lens port, test the mount to make sure it’s
stable and that the lens sits within a fixed and secure position.
9. Align the wings by carefully swiveling them so that the longer wings are positioned
vertically - on the bottom and top. This will prevent the wings from being visible in
images captured. Note that swiveling the wings for the first time might require applying
additional pressure.
10. Note that water must enter the gap between the lens port and UWL-400F Lens glass
when using the lens underwater. Therefore, when diving with the lens, it is best to
install it underwater. Before capturing images, make sure that the gap between the wide
angle lens and the housing lens port fills with water and that there are no air bubbles
trapped there.
11. The UWL-400F Lens can be removed and installed repeatedly throughout the course of
the dive.
12. When removing the UWL-400F Lens from the housing, it can be conveniently stored by
attaching it to an EyeGrabber Lens Holder, which mounts on any standard Flex or B&J
Arm. For a selection of EyeGrabber Lens Holders available, please visit our website -
www.fantasea.com
13. During the beginning of your dive, the lens might become foggy as a result of an increase
in the air temperature inside the lens, following submersion in cooler water. Storing the
lens in a cool dry place when not being used, such as a padded housing bag with a few
silica gel packs inside, and submerging it in cool water for 10 minutes prior to the dive,
will assist in preventing such condensation. However, even if the lens starts fogging up
at the beginning of the dive due to temperature differences, note that continuing to dive
with it for about 10 minutes should eventually dissolve the fog.
14. It is recommended to use an external strobe when the UWL-400F Lens is mounted on
the housing. The UWL-400F Lens blocks the camera internal flash, resulting in
underexposed or shaded images.
15. When using an external flash or shooting against the sun, there are a few techniques
that should be followed in order to avoid a lens flare, which is often encountered when
using dome ports of any kind due to the reflection of the sun or strobe:
a. Images in which the sun is captured can be usually taken during mornings or
afternoons, when the sun is not as strong as during the middle of the day. In general,
the sun will have a much softer and successful effect during early and late hours of
the day and will also cause less of a flare.
b. Make sure that the strobe is not positioned towards the lens. When shooting a
nearby subject, for instance, it is better to position the strobe a little bit in front of
the camera housing rather than behind it (so the light doesn't reflect on the Wide
Angle Lens), or if you choose to position the strobe behind the camera housing,

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 make sure it's not pointed directly towards the lens, but a little bit tilted towards the
side.
16. After the dive, detach the wide angle lens and all components from the housing lens
port and rinse them in fresh water.
17. Dry and store in a safe protected place.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Please use the utmost care and do not use excessive force when assembling and
disassembling the different accessories, in order not cause any damage to the product.
2. Keep the lens away from extreme high temperatures, as under direct sunlight, since it
might damage lens.
3. Do not clean the lens with any chemical solvents or other materials, which might cause
damage to the lens.
4. Never look at the sun through the lens.
5. When mounting the lens on a housing lens port, it is recommended to follow the
guidelines below in order to avoid wearing out the threads of the lens and housing over
time:
a. Prior to installing the lens on the housing, it is recommended to apply a small
amount of silicone grease on the threaded area of the lens (and adaptor, if used) to
reduce the amount of friction.
b. Install the lens on the housing lens port underwater only and remove it prior to
ending the dive. Once removed, the lens can be mounted on a lens holder. Avoid
having the lens assembled on the housing on land as much as possible, as it is
heavier and exerts more pressure on the threads.
c. It is recommended to reduce wearing of the threads by using lens mounting
accessories such as bayonet mounts or flip adaptors.
6. After Dive Care:
a. Detach the lens from the housing lens port and rinse all lens components in fresh
water.
b. To ensure that the accumulated salt has completely dissolved, it is recommended to
soak the lens in warm fresh water once in a while.
c. Wipe the water drops with a soft cloth. Do not leave any droplets to dry on lens
surface, as permanent water spots may remain.
d. When storing the lens and during transportation, make sure that it is properly
protected in order to prevent scratches, cracks or any other damage to the lens.
e. Store the lens in a dry and protected area. Storing the lens in a low humidity
environment will decrease the chances of the lens fogging up when submerged in
water.
f. Do not store the lens in presence of chemicals, solvents or fuels.

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 FANTASEA PRODUCT CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY

“Fantasea” warrants this Fantasea Line branded product against defects in materials and
workmanship under reasonable use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR, (two years, where required by
law as determined by the origin of the authorized dealer). This warranty is effective from the
date of retail purchase from Fantasea or an authorized Fantasea dealer, by the original end-user
purchaser (“Warranty Period”). This warranty does not cover any commercial use of the product.
If a product defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option,
Fantasea, or its authorized service facilities will either (1) repair the product defect at no charge,
(2) exchange the product with a product that is new or which has been manufactured from new
or serviceable used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product. The
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other product used in conjunction with the Fantasea product, including cameras and lenses, and
resulting from any defect in the product materials or workmanship. 5. The cost of sending the
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