{"product_id":"fantasea-bigeye-f-series-wide-angle-lens-model-5136","title":"Fantasea BigEye F Series Wide-Angle Lens – Model 5136","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFantasea BigEye F Series Wide-Angle Lens (Model 5136)\u003c\/strong\u003e restores a wider field of view underwater for select Fantasea compact camera housings. Its 0.57x optical design provides an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80° angle of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to get closer to reefs, wrecks, divers, and larger marine life while fitting more of the scene into your image. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a removable wet lens, the BigEye can be installed and removed during the dive, giving compact-camera photographers more flexibility without changing ports or camera systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-angle wet conversion lens for select Fantasea housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.57x magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 80° angle of view underwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary Fantasea F Series mounting system — \u003cstrong\u003enot M67 threaded\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls directly over the compatible housing lens port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be installed and removed underwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth rated to 200 ft \/ 60 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for reefs, wrecks, divers, schooling fish, and larger marine life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows photographers to get closer while maintaining a wider composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal air-pocket optical design helps restore the camera's wider field of view underwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts compatible RedEye and PinkEye color-correction inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from optical glass, hard-coated plastic, and anodized aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes neoprene lens cover and secure line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGet Your Wide-Angle View Back Underwater\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever taken a compact camera underwater and wondered why everything suddenly seems more zoomed-in, you're seeing one of the effects of shooting through a flat housing port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFantasea BigEye F Series Wide-Angle Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to counteract that effect and restore a much wider underwater perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a patented optical design with an internal air space, the BigEye provides approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.57x magnification and an 80° angle of view\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it much easier to photograph larger subjects and expansive underwater scenes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Wide Angle Matters Underwater\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wide-angle lens isn't just about fitting more into the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe real advantage underwater is being able to \u003cstrong\u003eget closer to your subject while still capturing the entire scene\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater reduces contrast, absorbs color, and introduces haze between you and your subject. Instead of backing away from a reef, wreck, diver, or turtle to fit everything into the photograph, the BigEye lets you stay closer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess water between you and your subject can mean:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStronger color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore effective strobe lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess water-column haze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore immersive compositions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's why wide-angle lenses are such an important upgrade for underwater photographers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent for Reefs, Wrecks \u0026amp; Larger Marine Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BigEye F Series is particularly well suited to subjects that are difficult to photograph from close range with the camera's standard underwater field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a great choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoral reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchooling fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea turtles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger marine life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderwater landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantasea specifically designed the lens to let photographers reduce their camera-to-subject distance while maintaining wide coverage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMozaik Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don't use your new wide-angle lens to photograph subjects from farther away. Do the opposite. Get close, then use the wider field of view to fit your subject and its environment into the frame. That's where you'll see the biggest improvement in underwater image quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWet Lens Flexibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of the BigEye is that you're not committed to using it for the entire dive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lens fits over the compatible Fantasea housing port and can be \u003cstrong\u003einstalled or removed underwater\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives compact-camera photographers the flexibility to change their field of view during the dive. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee a large wreck or turtle? Install the BigEye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to return to your camera's standard field of view? Remove it and continue shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat versatility is one of the reasons wet lenses are so useful on compact underwater camera systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant: Install the Lens Underwater\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BigEye should be installed \u003cstrong\u003ewhile underwater\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow water to completely fill the space between the BigEye and your housing's lens port, and make sure there are \u003cstrong\u003eno trapped air bubbles\u003c\/strong\u003e between the two optical surfaces before shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantasea also specifies that the camera should be placed in \u003cstrong\u003eMacro focus mode\u003c\/strong\u003e when using the BigEye to prevent blurred images. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is different from many conventional wide-angle wet lenses, so it's an important operating step to remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing a Strobe with the BigEye\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the physical size and position of the BigEye, the lens blocks the camera's built-in flash from properly illuminating the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor flash photography, Fantasea recommends using an \u003cstrong\u003eexternal underwater strobe\u003c\/strong\u003e when the BigEye is installed. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn external strobe also gives you much better control over the direction of your light and can dramatically improve color and contrast when photographing subjects at close range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFantasea BigEye F Series Model 5136 uses a proprietary mounting system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for specific Fantasea housings. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot a standard M67 threaded lens\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantasea lists Model 5136 as compatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FG7XII\u003c\/strong\u003e – Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FG7X\u003c\/strong\u003e – Canon PowerShot G7 X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FG16\u003c\/strong\u003e – Canon PowerShot G16\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FG15\u003c\/strong\u003e – Canon PowerShot G15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FP7100\u003c\/strong\u003e – Nikon Coolpix P7100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasea FP7000\u003c\/strong\u003e – Nikon Coolpix P7000 \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Model 5136 should not be confused with the \u003cstrong\u003eBigEye M67 Mark II Model 5138\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model 5138 uses a standard 67mm threaded mount; Model 5136 is the F Series version with Fantasea's proprietary mounting system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're unsure which BigEye fits your housing, contact Mozaik before ordering and we can help confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fantasea BigEye Lens F Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5136\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Underwater wide-angle wet conversion lens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.57x\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAngle of View:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 80°\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proprietary Fantasea F Series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 ft \/ 60 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optical glass, hard-coated plastic, anodized aluminum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.2 x 3 in \/ 15.7 x 7.7 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.1 lb \/ 0.5 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet mount; install\/remove underwater\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Filter Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with select RedEye and PinkEye inserts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 665309051360 \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFantasea BigEye F Series Wide-Angle Lens – Model 5136\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeoprene lens cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure line for attachment of color inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction manual \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Lens For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BigEye F Series is an excellent upgrade for photographers who already own one of the compatible Fantasea housings and want to expand its wide-angle capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's particularly useful for divers shooting \u003cstrong\u003ereefs, wrecks, divers, schooling fish, turtles, and larger marine life\u003c\/strong\u003e who find the camera's standard underwater field of view too restrictive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it can be removed during the dive, it also gives compact-camera photographers valuable flexibility without requiring a larger interchangeable-lens housing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BigEye addresses one of the biggest limitations of compact cameras underwater: losing your wide field of view behind a flat housing port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore importantly, it allows you to follow one of the fundamental rules of underwater photography — \u003cstrong\u003eget closer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy getting closer while maintaining a wide composition, you can reduce the amount of water between the camera and your subject and potentially improve clarity, contrast, color, and lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners of compatible Fantasea F Series housings, the BigEye 5136 is a useful way to expand what an existing camera system can do underwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTop Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.57x Wide-Angle Conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRestores an approximately 80° underwater field of view for more expansive compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGet Closer to Your Subject\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCapture reefs, wrecks, divers, and larger animals from shorter distances for clearer underwater images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemove It Underwater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWet-mount design allows the lens to be installed or removed during your dive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Select Fantasea Housings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProprietary F Series mount fits compatible FG7XII, FG7X, FG16, FG15, FP7100, and FP7000 housings. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e200 ft \/ 60 m Depth Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for recreational and advanced scuba diving applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fantasea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59770908213534,"sku":"FA-5136","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6712\/8094\/files\/FantaseaBigEyeFSeriesWide-AngleWetLens_Model5136.jpg?v=1786658939","url":"https:\/\/mozaikunderwater.com\/products\/fantasea-bigeye-f-series-wide-angle-lens-model-5136","provider":"Mozaik Underwater","version":"1.0","type":"link"}