Be ready for almost any eventuality!  The Sony NEX-5 with the 18-55mm kit lens is a very versatile piece of kit.  Behind the 6″ Acrylic dome, you will be ready to capture anything from a 3″ Nudibranch to a Diver interacting with the environment !

The creation of the Aqua View Finder hailed in a new era for creatives as the Aqua View Finder once and for all solved the problem of using small digital SLR finders underwater.

With its quality coated glass elements this finder delivers a 100% viewing area, allowing photographers to see a crisp, bright and sharp image from corner to corner while Its hard-anodized aluminum body allows the finder to be used to depths of up to 100m (300 ft).

All Aquatica housings since 2008 are designed to accept the new Aqua View Finder, which can be easily installed and removed by the user in a mere 30 seconds. Removal of the finder from the housing is advised for travel and for long-term storage.

An Initial diopter adjustment is quick and straightforward and guarantees a sharp image for each individual’s eyesight. No tools are required. The user may also opt to simply adjust the diopter +/- setting on the DSLR’s built finder instead.

What was initially suggested as an optional add-on to a professional housing system, is now being hailed by all its users as a must have tool.

“The Aqua View Finder is an indispensable tool in my quest to obtain the professional images I am expected to deliver.”

Mauricio Handler, Professional Underwater Photographer

“My Best Description about looking through the Aqua View Finder…it’s like watching a movie in IMAX tm”

Stewart L. Sy, Owner SLS Photographty, Professional Photographer

FEATURES:

•  Large rear viewing area of 1.5’’ / 38mm.
• Coated optics. 100 meters depth rating.
• Hard anodized aluminium construction for long-lasting performance.
• Non obstructive construction, giving the rear LCD a clear view of menu and playback images.
• User adaptable to our recent line up of housings

SPECIFICATIONS:

• 8 elements, 5 groups coated optics
• Hard anodized aluminium construction
• Diopter adjustment
• Dimension: 4 3/8’’ x 2 3/4’’x 2 3/4’’ (110mm x 70mm x 70mm)

The latest addition to the I-Torch line in the video section is the Video Pro4. Boasting a blinding 1300 lumens, and a wide even beam of 110 degrees this is the next step from the Video Pro. We have used a different reflector in this light also giving the beam a very soft edge instead of a hard fall off. Coming in at twice as bright (As the Video Pro3), and now featuring both 3 white light levels of brightness, and 3 red light levels of brightness the user has plenty of options to how they would like to light their subject. Using a single lithium cell creates a very compact light weight package. We include 2 cells and the charger so you can always have one on charge and one ready to roll. With this system the user does not have to worry about a sealed lithium cell dieing in the middle of a trip! Also includes standard YS mount to attach to your arm system.

Specifications:

• i-Torch Video Pro4 – Compact Video and Focus light 1300 lumens
• Material: Anodized Aluminum
• Switch: Tacticle push button on rear cap
• O-ring: Double O-ring
• Battery: 1 x 32650
• Burn time: 1.5 @ MAX brightness, then slowly decreasing
• Lumen: 1300 Lumens
• LED: CREE
• Beam angle: 110 Degrees
• Mode: WHITE: Full, 1/2, 1/4 RED: Full, 1/2, 1/4

To cycle through modes just a half press on tacticle push button

In the Box:

• Video Pro4
• Lanyard with Clip
• YS Mount
• 2x 32650 lithium batteries
• Battery Charger
• Instruction Manual

The Aqua LED 800 Video & Focus light is a self contained powerful light of 800 Lumens powered by two easily replaceable and rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries that can be monitored by the built in and easily readable battery life meter located next to the On/Off switch, its powerful wide and soft beam is ideal as a video light and can be dimmed at the push of a single button when used as a focusing light, four different power setting are provided, (20, 180, 360 & 800 lumens), its power consumption is so economical, that it will run for two continuous days on its low power setting.

The simple design allows for quick battery swapping, two standard 18650 Lithium 3000 MAH batteries (included) inserted in a separate tray, protection is provided against voltage, current and temperature overload and against low voltage drainage, the circuit provides a constant output over the batteries voltage range and its linear circuit design prevent flickering from happening. A significant feature is provided on this lamp, that of four intermittent type of signal, this include a rapid blinking mode, the internationally recognized SOS signal, a slow paced blink mode and a two blink followed by an interval mode, this will let you tailor it to your need, whether it is just meant to identify yourself to your dive buddy or to actually signal your position in case of emergency.

Contained in a rugged, but elegantly, machined aluminum housing, the Aqua LED 800 is equipped with a soft flood type reflector that will give 90 degrees of beam coverage through its 12 Watts LED for up to 100 minutes at the full power setting, this is twice the output of a 10 watt HID light.

The Aqua LED 800 is compact with a 2″ / 50mm diameter and a length of only 5.3″ /135mm, it tips the scale at .75 lb / 345g top side and a mere 0.29lb/135g underwater, the underside it is equipped with a ¼”-20 threaded hole that is ready to accept a TLC ball for mounting on any standard arm system.

The Aqua LED 800 brings light to the already extensive line of underwater lighting supports and accessories from Technical Lighting Control.

Specifications

• Lumens: 800
• Color Temperature: 6300 Kelvin
• Run Time: 100 minutes on maximum power setting (with 3000 mAH batteries)
• Light Source: 12Watt single LED
• Beam Pattern: 90 degree flood
• Weight: On land 345g /in water 135g with batteries
• Charge time: 4-10 hours
• Battery: 2 x 18650 Lithium-ion cells
• LED Life: 50,000 hours
• Dimensions (outer diameter x length): 2″(50mm) x 5.3″(135mm)
• Mount 1/4″- 20 threaded hole
• Depth Rating. 300ft / 90m

Features:

• Self powered compact design
• Easily readable battery life meter
• Four easily-selectable output levels (20 lm, 180 lm, 360 lm & 800 lm)
• Four recognition blinking mode including the internationally recognized SOS signal
• Will run over 2 days continuously on lowest power setting
• Truly LINEAR circuit design, no flickering
• Maintains output level at all battery voltages (will not dim)
• Overvoltage, over current, over temperature & battery under voltage protection
• Reverse polarity protection
• Single button control
• Separate battery tray for no down time
• Uses 2 x 18650 standard Lithium-ion batteries

The Aquatica AN-5 housing is designed for the Sony NEX-5 camera, with this camera Sony has pushed the boundaries again, yielding the punch of the DSLR sensor and the size of a compact camera, this flexible camera with its interchangeable lens and after market accessories will fill the needs of many underwater photographer seeking a high level of imaging performance in an easy to pack travel system.

The NEX-5 is a great camera for underwater imaging; it provides focusing in both still and video and also has access to a large selection of Sony DSLR ALPHA lenses to suit your needs.

As for the housing, 28 years of designing and constructing underwater housings was the starting block on which we built this Aquatica AN-5 housing, while sporting a state of the art high tech look it nonetheless features time proven methods of construction and sound optical principles. We, as usual, only use the highest grade of corrosion resistant materials for its construction and is has been designed and built by an experienced team at our Canadian based headquarter, a country know for the ruggedness of its diving condition. The housing shell is anodized and powder coated to a smooth finish that will resist years of extensive use, all controls are double sealed in order to face the 300ft/90 meter depth rating assign to this housing, every shaft and push button is manufactured to a mirror smooth surface and is made of the finest grade stainless steel, Montreal is the third largest aeronautically industrialized city in the world, this strategically give us access to the best raw tools available on this planet. Bottom line is; if the material used is good enough to trust your life to it, then it’s good enough to protect your camera from the harsh environment it will be faced with.

Special care has been taken to locate every control at their best possible positions and the basic layout of the camera has been reproduced externally to retain the visual comfort of not having to search for relocated controls. Even with the extremely small size of this housing, AQUATICA has managed to built in dual optical strobe connectors, this features is not an optional accessory and is included in the Aquatica AN5housing price, aside from assuring a sure fire every time, it maintains the housings at its original compact size and it is unlikely to come loose, be lost or forgotten like an external adapter would.

To accommodate the Sony Nex-5 lenses a series of compact port were designed for its range of optics as well as an adapter that will allow the mounting of our current line of ports, this will be appreciated in light of the extended range lenses now available via the various camera mount adapters available for this already popular camera.

And finally given the absence of a regular view finder our design staff integrated a 15 degree of angle to the rear LCD screen; this was done to give the user a much more comfortable position for viewing in diving conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Precision machined from a single aluminum block. This light weight and super compact housing is fully anodized to military specifications and covered with baked-on powder coating to protect against sea water and its corrosive effect. All function labels are pad printing so they will not peel off or fade.
• Accurately balanced ergonomic design – all controls are within easy reach.
• Excellent balanced underwater.
• Replaceable sacrificial anodes protect the housing from electrolysis.
• Depth rating: 300ft / 90m
• Weight: 2.2lbs / 1kg
• Height: 5 ½” / 142mm
• Depth: 3 ¼” / 80mm
• Width: 6” / 154mm

INCLUDED IN THE BOX

• Owner’s manual
• Optical port adapters for Inon and Sea & Sea type sync cords
• Owner manual
• Spare main O-ring
• Container of O-ring lubricant

The Aquatica 7D housing, introduced in November 2009, is a testament to our ongoing commitment to get quality products available not only fast to the users, but at a reasonable pricing as well, Aquatica is proud to announce its latest addition, a housing for the new Canon 7D. With an 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor and 1080p HD video recording with manual controls, this camera/housing combination is the ultimate refinement of underwater imaging at the moment. Being introduced on Aquatica housings for Canon is the options of Optical Fiber and/or regular Nikonos and Ikelite bulkhead connectors to take full advantage of the newer technologies available in underwater strobes on the market today. This light weight housing is machined from solid aluminum, now with our new 5 axis machining center we are able to reduce weight like never before. It is then treated and anodized to military specification, then painted and baked with a robust weather and wear resistant powder coating , this housings maybe light but will still benefit from the same 300 ft. + depth rating that has set us apart from our competitors for so long.

The 7D housing is designed for hands on the grips operation when shooting in either photography or video recording mode.

The Aquatica 7D housing features easy access to the vital video function controls while retaining its ease of operation for still imaging, it has the same mounting bayonet that will accept our existing accessories as well as ports, including our tack sharp Megadome, Aqua View finder and remote control cord, we have now a tool for fulfilling the needs of the most exigent underwater imaging individual.

The Aquatica A7D housing features a retractable lens release lever that pulls out of the way so that the entire camera with lens and zoom/focus gear attached can be pulled out for battery or memory card replacement, no need to remove the dome port, remove the lens and then remove the camera. If you only need to change lens and port, then use the intended lens release. There is no need to completely open the housing and remove the camera in order to change your lens.

FEATURES

Optical Fiber Strobe Connectors (NEW): This Aquatica housing introduces the optical fiber connection to our line up of housings. Options include Optical ports for both Sea & Sea tm or INON tm type connectors, as well, traditional methods of connecting strobes via the Nikonos tm or Ikelite tm standard connectors are retained, it in essence, make this housing the most flexible in the industry as far as connectivity to underwater strobes

Bayonet Port: Positive four point bayonet mounting and a locking mechanism leaves no doubt that your ports are secure in place and water tight. The bayonet system dome, macro ports and extension rings, offers the fastest and most comprehensive access to the lenses for rapid changing without having to remove the camera from the housing. This housing allows use of lenses from a 10mm/180 degrees fisheye lens to a 200mm macro lens. Tele-converter port extensions are also available.

Menus: Buttons have been angled 20 degrees and extended when needed for better ergonomic, knob are now grooved and knurled for optimum operation when wearing thick gloves

Hydrophone : available as an accessory and easily mounted via one of the provided accessories bulkhead mounting holes

Controls: Fingertip access to all camera menus and video controls includes On-Off, Live View mode, Record On/Off, Exposure Mode, bracketing, Meter positioning and focus control, AF activation and lock access via a single easy access lever. Access to all menu features include review, enlarge and delete, histogram and internal SLR preferences.

Lens Release: A lever is provided for easy lens changing through the front port with camera installed.

Remote Control Grip:available as an accessory and easily mounted via one of the provided accessories bulkhead mounting holes

Viewing Eye Piece: The most critical aspect of underwater SLR photography is the viewing system. In this aspect our housing uses a viewfinder that show the biggest and the brightest image possible in full frame viewing to your eye. An accessory Aqua View Finder is also available giving the user unparallel viewing of the camera’s viewfinder for sharp focusing and exact composition.

SPECIFICATIONS:

•  Depth rating: 300 feet/90 meters (upgradeable on request to 425ft/130 meters)
• Precision machined from a single aluminum block. This light weight housing is fully anodized to military specifications and coated with robust wear resistant coating. All function labels are pad printing so they will not peel off or fade.
• Accurately balanced ergonomic design – all controls including the video activating controls are within easy reach.
• Excellent underwater balance.
• Replaceable sacrificial anodes protect the housing from electrolysis.

 INCLUDED IN THE BOX

•  Grips, (left and right hand)
• Hexagonal head bolts (quant.:2)
• Hexagonal (Allen) key
• Owner manual
• Spare main O-ring
• Container of O-ring lubricant

MAINTENANCE

The recommended servicing procedures of the products are outlined in the manuals supplied with the product. The outside of the housings and the accessories should be rinsed in fresh water after every dive. The handles should be removed after use otherwise if they remain attached to the housing for any length of time they may bind to the housing and be extremely difficult to remove. We suggest that the main O rings be lubricated regularly and all of the O rings be checked annually.

Ultimate creative effects with subtle light balance, starting at $ 639.95

The YS-110α introduces numerous new exciting functions, opening a whole new digital generation. For example, by connecting it to digital cameras with pre-flash function using a fiber-optic cable, the YS-110α can be used in the fully automatic DS-TTL adjustment mode (Digital Slave TTL). Enjoy complete creative control – when you want absolute control over fine light adjustments, you can use a main strobe in DS-TTL mode and a secondary strobe in manual mode or you can set up an advanced lighting system using two strobes in DS-TTL mode. The DS-TTL adjustment function is also available using the light level control dial for fine control of the light amount when taking pictures in DS-TTL mode. You can also choose from 13 levels of manual controls when you do not want to leave the light adjustment up to the camera. The flat, round, 105° beam angle (with diffuser), achieved by the balanced positioning of the 3 flash tubes, and the power of a Guide Number 22 are examples of the excellent performance of the strobe that is sure to satisfy even the most demanding professionals.

Specifications:

[ YS-110α ]

• [Guide Number (ISO 100/m) (land)] 22
• [Beam Angle] 105°x 105° (with diffuser)
• [Batteries] 4xAA A: 6V Ni-MH: 4.8V
• [Number of Flashes*1] A: 230 Ni-MH: 330
• [Recycle time (full)*2] A: 2.5 sec. Ni-MH: 1.9 sec.
• [Color temperature] 5400K
• [Color temperature w/diffuser] 5100K
• [Depth rating] 60m / 200ft
• [Dimensions (WxHxD)] 88x115x150mm / 3.5×4.6x6inch
• [Weight] 700g / 24.5oz
• [Underwater weight] -10g / -0.4oz

[Others]

•  Exposure control: DS-TTL, TTL, Light level control dial (GN): 1.4 / 2 / 2.5 / 2.8 / 3.5 / 4 / 4.5 / 5.6 / 6.7 / 8 / 11 / 16 / 22 (13 steps)
•  Pre-flash control: Equipped with pre-flash cancel mode
•  DS-TTL function
•  Slave function
•  Auto power OFF function
•  Sync cord: 5-pin Sync cord/N17100, Fiber-Optic Cable (L-type)
•  Over-pressure relief valve
•  LED target light

*1 Number of flashes and recycle time depends on the battery brand, temperature and frequency of use. *2 Number of flashes and recycle time of Ni-MH batteries were tested on 2700mAh batteries.

Multiple features condensed into a compact design, starting at U$385.00

Features:

Using your choice of Ultralight (as shown) or TLC arm sets and coupled with the compact S&S YS110a strobes for still images and the iTorch Video Pro4 for both video and focussing duties, this package is perfect for even the most demanding shooter. Whalesharks anyone? Prices for the Housing start at U$2940. Please contact us for special pricing on full system purchases.

Items Shown in System:

• Aquatica A7D Housing with Dual N5 Bulkheads, Moisture Detector Factory Installed & Aquaview (not visible in photo)
• Aquatica 6″ Acrylic Dome with Shade
• Aquatica Port Extension with Lock
• S&S YS110a Strobes with Sync Cord with 17691 S&S Ball Adapter
• ULCS 8″ Double Ball Arms with AC-CSF New Style Clamps & BA-AQ Handle Mounts
• iTorch Video Pro4 Video & Focus Light with AD-SS Mount, AC-CSL Clamp & BA-HB Housing Mount
• Stix Large Bouyancy Floats for ULCS Arms

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Housings, Ports, Strobes, Lights and other items are in stock, we just need to add them here.  . In the meantime, please email us for any specific underwater photo questions you may have.

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Stu