Konica DG-3Z Ruggedized Digital Camera

Konica Japan has announced the DG-3Z digital camera, aimed towards industrial use. Enclosed in a rubberized case, this rugged digital camera will is dustproof and can be used almost anywhere. The Konica DG-2 released in 2001 and the DG-1 of 1998 were also built for industrial use. The new DG-3Z has a 3.2 megapixel CCD and a 3x zoom (35-105 mm 35mm equiv.). The price will be approximately $900 USD and should be available in Japan around September. There is no information whether this product or will be available worldwide.