August 4, 2005 We’ve got ruggedised notebooks so it makes sense that there would eventually be a digital camera which differentiated itself by being more robust than the others because despite all the major developments in digital camera technology, vulnerability to the elements is often overlooked. The Ricoh Caplio 400G seeks to fill this void, being a high performance digital camera that is water and dust resistant, making it the perfect companion for outdoor enthusiasts. And durable it is – it is designed to float and can be used underwater for a period of 30 minutes to a depth of one metre. Featuring a built-in 3x optical zoom, the 3.34 megapixel Caplio 400G features a reinforced glass dust protector for the lens, a water/dust-resistant casing and rubber packing on opening parts and buttons. The zoom does not extend out of the Caplio 400G’s sealed housing so it remains protected from any dust or dirt. This also reduces the risk of accidental damage to the lens when fully extended.