Molded of clear polycarbonate to provide seamless construction
and corrosion proof performance. This “Clearly Superior” design
provides full view of the camcorder, control functions, and back "O" ring
seal for assurance the system is safe. Maximum operating depth
is 200 feet (60 m).
Housing measures 11" (27cm) wide with the removable handle
bar attached; 8" (20cm) high including the removable base;
and 8" (20cm) deep including knobs and port. Weight above
water is less than ten pounds (4.5 kg) for easy packing, and
very slightly negative in saltwater for stability and comfortable
handling.
The Base removes instantly with a unique toggle clamp for traveling
or attaching of the optional Pro Video-Lite 3 battery pack. The
handle assembly detaches from the housing by removal of just
two nuts for packing.
Sony NP-FH40, FH50, FH60 & FH70 batteries are accommodated.
Focus lock and white balance features can be accessed through
the camera's touch-screen controls.
The included removable UR/Pro filter enhances red tones in tropical
blue water settings with available sunlight at depths up to 80
feet (24 m). An accessory green water filter #6441.81 is also
available for color correction and more natural tones in green
water settings.
The housing port is threaded allowing the use of optional external
67mm threaded wide-angle conversion lenses including the #6420
Ikelite W-20, Epoque DCL-20, and Inon UWL-100 Type II.
The camera's LCD monitor can be viewed from the rear of the
housing using the External Mirror featured on the side of the
housing.
Image Reversing Circuitry built into the housing horizontally
flips the LCD monitor's image so that it appears correct left-to-right
when reflected in the mirror. The External Mirror is hinged to
fold against the housing side for travel. |