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Armadex Ex-M OZC-3 Zone 2/22 ATEX Digital Camera
Dedicated Zone 2/22 digital camera for rugged inspection, optical zoom image capture and close-detail documentation in hazardous areas.
Key highlights
- Zone 2/22: Certified for hazardous gas and dust environments
- Dedicated camera: Suited to users who need a rugged still-image camera rather than a smartphone-style device
- Optical zoom: 4x optical zoom with up to 14x maximum zoom for inspection detail
- Macro detail: Close-detail image capture from 1 cm for labels, components and surface condition
- Rugged build: Waterproof, shockproof, crushproof and freezeproof design for field use
The Armadex Ex-M OZC-3 is a dedicated ATEX and IECEx certified digital camera for image capture in Zone 2 gas and Zone 22 dust hazardous areas. It is designed for industrial users who need a compact, rugged camera for photographic inspection, asset evidence and site documentation in classified environments.
Within Able’s hazardous-area camera range, the OZC-3 is best suited to users who need a dedicated Zone 2/22 camera rather than a smartphone-style inspection device or a controlled-data camera. Its role is focused on rugged still-image capture, optical zoom inspection and close-detail documentation.
The camera’s 4x optical zoom, 14x maximum zoom and macro capability make it particularly relevant where inspection detail matters. Users can capture close-up images from 1 cm, supporting practical tasks such as label capture, component checks, surface condition records, damage assessment and NDT-style documentation.
For field use, the OZC-3 includes hazardous-area operation modes such as Construction Mode, Document Mode, Slow Shutter, Macro Mode and environmental logging. These functions help users record clearer images in low light, dusty, shaded or documentation-led inspection conditions.
The rugged construction supports demanding industrial use, with manufacturer-stated waterproof, shockproof, crushproof and freezeproof capabilities. Connectivity options including USB Type-C, Micro HDMI, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth allow captured images to be reviewed or transferred as part of an inspection and reporting workflow.
Key Features
- Certified Zone 2/22 imaging: Supports photographic inspection and documentation in relevant hazardous gas and dust areas where standard cameras cannot be used
- Dedicated still-image workflow: Provides a rugged camera format for users who need inspection photography rather than a smartphone-style device or controlled-data transfer route
- Optical zoom inspection: 4x optical zoom helps users capture detail from a practical working distance without relying only on digital enlargement
- Close-detail capture: Macro and microscope modes support detailed records of labels, components, surface condition, cracks and damage from close range
- Documentation-led shooting modes: Construction Mode, Document Mode, Slow Shutter and Macro Mode support clearer image capture in low-light, dusty, shaded or label-focused conditions
- Rugged site use: Manufacturer-stated waterproof, shockproof, crushproof and freezeproof capabilities support use in demanding industrial environments
- Inspection data support: GPS, compass, manometer, temperature sensor and acceleration sensor help add useful field context to inspection records
- Flexible image transfer: USB Type-C, Micro HDMI, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support review and transfer of captured images as part of a site reporting workflow
Specifications
| Certification and Protection | |
| Product Type | ATEX and IECEx Zone 2/22 Digital Camera |
| ATEX Zones | Zone 2 (Gas) and Zone 22 (Dust) |
| EU Directive | 2014/34/EU (ATEX114) |
| ATEX Marking Gas | II 3G Ex ic IIC T4 Gc |
| ATEX Marking Dust | II 3D Ex ic IIIB T135°C Dc |
| IECEx Certificate | IECEx OBAC 25.0008X |
| IECEx Marking Gas | Ex ic IIC T4 Gc |
| IECEx Marking Dust | Ex ic IIIB T135°C Dc |
| Applied Standards | EN 60079-0:2018; EN 60079-11:2012 |
| Applied Standards IECEx | EN IEC 60079-0:2017; EN 60079-11:2011 |
| Camera and Imaging | |
| Image Sensor | 12 MP, 1/2.3″ BSI CMOS |
| Processor | TruePic VIII |
| Lens | 25 to 100 mm, 35 mm equivalent, 4x optical zoom |
| Aperture | F2.0 (W) to F4.9 (T) |
| Maximum Zoom | 14x maximum zoom |
| Macro Capability | Super macro and microscope modes from 0.01 m to 0.30 m, depending on mode and focal length |
| One Push Tele-converter | x2 in P, A and Movie mode; x2 / x4 in Microscope mode |
| Image Stabilisation | Sensor shift image stabilisation |
| Monitor | 3.0″, approx. 1,037k dots, 3:2 |
| ISO | 100 to 12,800 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/2 to 1/2000 sec.; A mode up to 4 sec. |
| Still Photo Recording | JPEG, RAW, JPEG and RAW |
| Still Image Resolution | RAW 4000 x 3000; JPEG 4000 x 3000 to 1280 x 960 |
| Flash Note | Supplied without Xenon flash; built-in LED light is fully operational |
| Video and Shooting Modes | |
| Video Recording | 3840 x 2160 4K at 30p / 25p; 1920 x 1080 FHD at 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p; 1280 x 720 HD at 30p / 25p |
| Sequential Shooting | Approx. 20 fps high sequential shooting; approx. 5 fps low sequential shooting; approx. 10 fps Pro Capture with electronic shutter |
| Interval Shooting | Time-lapse movie creation possible with interval shooting up to 299 frames |
| Creative Features | Live Composite, Art Filters, HDR, Underwater Modes, Macro Modes, Construction Mode |
| Hazardous Area Operation Modes | Data and Timestamp, Construction Mode, Slow Shutter, Document Mode, Macro Mode, Environmental Logging, OI.Share |
| Rugged Capabilities | |
| Waterproof | To depths of 50 ft / 15 m |
| Freezeproof | To 14°F / -10°C |
| Crushproof | To 220 lbf / 100 kgf |
| Shockproof | From 7 ft / 2.1 m |
| Lens Protection | Anti-fog dual pane lens cover glass |
| Connectivity and Sensors | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Video Output | Micro HDMI type D |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Built-in Bluetooth 4.2 Low Energy |
| GPS and Field Sensor System | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, compass, manometer, temperature sensor, acceleration sensor |
| Power, Size and Weight | |
| Power | LI-92B Li-ion battery |
| Battery Performance | Around 340 pictures on a full charge |
| Dimensions | 113.9 mm (W) x 65.8 mm (H) x 32.7 mm (D) |
| Weight | Approx. 249 g with battery and memory card, based on CIPA standards |
| Memory Card | |
| SD Memory Card Requirement | SD memory card is mandatory to operate the camera |
| Supported Card Slot Mode | UHS-I mode; UHS-II cards operate at UHS-I speeds when inserted |
Scope of Delivery
- Armadex Ex-M OZC-3 camera
- Peli protective case
- 128GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SD card
- Lithium-ion battery
- Charging cable
- UK plug
- Hand strap
- User guide, manual and EU Declaration of Conformity
- 1 year warranty
Support
Able Instruments are the Official UK and Ireland Representative for Armadex, providing selection support, technical guidance and supply assistance for Zone 2/22 hazardous-area camera requirements.
- Application guidance: Support with confirming whether a dedicated Zone 2/22 camera is suitable for your inspection, documentation or asset evidence requirements
- Range comparison: Guidance when comparing Armadex against smartphone-style ATEX cameras or controlled-data camera options
- Technical support: Pre-sales advice from UK-based specialists on certification, camera suitability and practical deployment considerations
- Supply support: Assistance with pricing, lead time, project supply and formal quotation requirements
Prefer a quick answer?
If you need a quick answer on Zone 2/22 suitability, optical zoom, macro inspection or whether the Armadex Ex-M OZC-3 is the right fit, you can WhatsApp our product specialist directly for a fast response.