Product Description
Ikelite XR550 Underwater Housing, Dual Pro-V8 Lights & Travel Case
Package Includes:
Ikelite XR550 Underwater Housing (6039.22)
- Color Correction Filter
- Port Cover
- O-Ring
- Silicon Lubrication Tube
- 1-Year Warranty
Dual (2) Pro-V8 Lights (6320)
Watertight Travel Case
Features
Ikelite XR550 Underwater Housing, Dual Pro-V8 Lights & Travel Case
This Ikelite 6039.22 Underwater Video Housing is designed for the Sony DCR-XR550 camcorder. The housing is compact and has mechanical controls, and it is molded in clear polycarbonate. The housing includes an optical glass lens port with removable UR pro filter. The housing's port has 67mm threads, allowing the use of optional macro lenses.
External wide angle lenses do not have an advantage with the Sony XR550 due to severe vignetting. Special ports are available for use with the Raynox DCR-730 high resolution wide angle lens. Optional ports sold separately include dome port #9306 or flat lens port #9306.1. The 37mm-52mm thread adapter ring is required to attach the DCR-730 lens to the XR550 camera. Using a wide angle lens will increase image quality because you are able to move in close and reduce the amount of water between your lens and subject.
The camera's LCD monitor can be viewed from the rear of the housing using the external mirror. The external mirror is hinged so it can be opened to reflect the image from the camera's LCD monitor. This housing includes (IRC) Image Reversing Circuitry. The circuit reverses (flips) the image and text on the LCD screen so that when the image is reflected in the external mirror, it appears correct left-to-right. The camera's microphone is disabled when Reversing Circuitry is turned on.
Another viewing option is to use the magnified Super-Eye Viewfinder for viewing the camera's optical viewfinder through a diving mask. The camera requires that the LCD monitor be closed to use the optical viewfinder. This is a limitation caused by the camera, not the housing.
The base removes instantly with a unique toggle clamp for traveling or attaching the optional Pro Video Lite 3 battery pack. The handle assembly detaches from the housing by removal of 2 nuts. The housing is easy to use and will allow you to capture the moment underwater in video or digital stills. Other features and controls include: power on/off, record-start/stop, zoom, snapshot, mode button and LCD touch screen (3 controls). The LCD screen touch pad provide full access to setting white balance and white balance shift. The housing is rated to a depth of up to 200'.
- Construction
- Built from strong, corrosion-resistant, clear injection-molded polycarbonate, allowing visual inspection of the camcorder, control functions, and all sealing surfaces
- Controls
- Dependable mechanical controls are sealed with Quad-Ring seal glands
- Controls Include:
- Power on/off
- Record-start/stop
- Zoom
- Snapshot
- Mode Button
- LCD touch screen (3 controls)
- LCD reversing circuit on/off (microphone disabled when on)
- LCD
- 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
- (IRC) Image Reversing Circuitry
- Image and text on the LCD screen are reversed (flipped), so that when the image is reflected in the external mirror, it appears correctly left-to-right
- Color Corrector Filter
- The included UR/Pro color-correcting filter enhances the warm reds and oranges that are lost underwater
- Quick-Release Base
- The quick release base removes instantly for traveling
Specifications
| Construction | Clear injection-molded polycarbonate |
| Control Type | Mechanical |
| Controls | Power On/Off, Record Start/Stop, Zoom, Snapshot, Mode button, LCD touch screen (3 controls), LCD reversing circuit On/Off (microphone disabled when on) |
| Depth Rating | 200' (60m) |
| Buoyancy | Slightly negative |
| Port | Flat, with 67 mm thread |
| Filter | External filter |
| Wide Angle Lens | Optional Raynox DCR-730 high resolution wide-angle lens with dome port #9306 or flat lens port #9306.1 |
| Microphone | No |
| Moisture Alarm | No |
| Camcorder Mounting | Plate |
| Pluggable Underwater Connector | Optional |
| Color | Clear, black |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.25 x 11 x 8" (210 x 270 x 200mm) with handles and base |
| Weight (without Camcorder) | 7.4 lbs (3.3kg) |
| Other | Hinged mirror is used to view LCD screen. (IRC) Image Reversing Circuitry reverses (flips) image and text on LCD screen Sony FV50, FV60, FV70 and FV100 batteries are accommodated |
Additional Information
| Manufacturer | Ikelite |
| Additional Information | This Ikelite Pro-V8 LED Video Light with its sophisticated LED technology delivers a high level of performance. Three 5W LED diodes provide 510 lumens of light. The light output is the same over a 10-hour burn time. The LED diodes run at a cool temperature, so the light can be used above and below the surface.
The Pop Bead Flex Arm allows for perfect placement of the light and is easy to adjust. The arm is lightweight for travel and measures 9" (23cm) in overall length. Additional pop beads can be purchased in 4-piece sticks to extend the arm. The 8 "C" cell configuration provides low weight and compact size. The Pro-V8 LED also features the Ikelite RCD quick release clamp system that makes opening and closing the battery compartment a snap. The Pro-V8's rotating switch and sliding lock allow for easy operation even when wearing bulky gloves. The rubber shroud protects the front lens while blocking distracting side reflections. All of these features make the Ikelite Pro-V8 LED a practical and convenient video light at a reasonable price. Lights are extremely important for your underwater imaging system. The ocean is one big, blue filter. As you descend, the reds and oranges quickly become muted shades of blue and gray. Shining a color corrected light source on your subject will bring back your subject's natural color.
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| UPC | No |
| Shipping | Usually ships in 3 to 4 days. |
| Free Shipping - Intl | No |
| Gift Card Offer | No |
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