Lens Nauticam Wide WACP-C (N100)

Lens Nauticam Wide WACP-C (N100)

N100 0.36x Compact Wide Angle Conversion Port (WACP-C)

The WACP-1 and WACP-2 have raised the bar on what is possible in underwater optics. They offer the maximum in image quality with the widest angle of view available in a rectilinear lens. Nauticam is now excited to release the next iteration of WACP, the WACP-C. The Wide Angle Conversion Port Compact (WACP-C) is a fraction of the weight and size when compared to the WACP-1 and WACP-2. When looking at volume, the WACP-C is approximately 37% smaller than WACP-1 and 75% smaller than WACP-2.

Technical specifications

Depth Rating 100m
Outer Diameter x Length DIA 170mm x 145.5mm
Weight (in air) 2.24 kg
Buoyancy (in water) Negative 0.1 kg
Body Construction Hard-anodized Aluminum Alloy
Lens Construction 6 Elements in 5 Groups
Lens Coating Anti-reflective on both sides
Port Mount N100
Depth Rating 100m
Focus Range Front element to infinity

Compatibility - Nauticam users

Check which port and lens are compatible through Nauticam's dedicated port chart or charts (sold separately).
Click the link below to find recommended configurations and accessories.

Compatibility - Other users

The lens has a bayonet mount that may be connected to ports with 67mm or 77mm threads. See recommended accessories below. There are no compatibility chart for other brands, and fitting is up to the users judgement.

Introducing N100 0.36x Compact Wide Angle Conversion Port (WACP-C)

Nauticam Wide Angle Conversion Port Compact (WACP-C)

Like the WACP-1 and WACP-2, the WACP-C is a dry mount lens design, functioning as both a port and optical lens. It is optimized to work with professional camera lenses up to a full-frame equivalent focal length of 28mm and offers an amazing 130° angle of view. The WACP-C can focus as close as the front element and captures images with minimal distortion.

A wide variety of lenses are supported, both primes and zooms for a variety of cameras. Please check the WACP-C PORT CHART for supported lenses and suggested configurations as some lenses will require extension rings or adapters.

Similar to WACP-1, the WACP-C greatly improves the overall image sharpness. The WACP-C will provide approximately 3 f-stops of increased corner sharpness when compared to traditional wide rectilinear lenses with a similar field of view behind a dome port. This means being able to achieve about the same corner sharpness with WACP-C at f/5.6 that you could achieve with your rectilinear lens behind a dome port a f/16. As a point of comparison, WACP-1 provides approximately 4 f-stops of increased corner sharpness.

The WACP-C's zoom-through capability means the underwater filmmaker or photographer can capture astonishing wide, medium and close-up shots all with one lens while maintaining optimum optical and close-focus performance. Take for instance the Sony 28-60mm f/4-5.6 lens which receives a field-of-view range of 69º to 130º with the WACP-C. This lens allows for acquisition of more dynamic content on each and every dive without the need for a second camera.

Resources

Compatibility

WACP-C Port Chart

Comparison Charts

In the Box

WACP-C with integrated Float Collar
Hard lens cap
Rear lens cap
Padded carrying bag
90141 Spare O-ring
Cleaning cloth
Lubricant