SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Nikon D7000 has been well received by the critics, priced slightly more than the D90 but also out specs the similarly priced, and still on sale, D300s in many details. It has a 16.2 MP CMOS sensor, an ISO range of 100-6400, a 39 point AF system with 3D tracking and a 2016 pixel metering system. It shoots up to ‘full HD’ video – 1920 x 1080 resolution at 24fps and has a live view/movie switch control. Unlike the D90, the D7000 can also maintain AF during live view and movie shooting, a feature which is sure to be popular with Underwater Photographers/Videographers."
The NA-D7000 from Nauticam is packed with new features including
new locking latches, a new lens release lever and flash activation button,
a new patented two stage shutter release and an improved rear command dial
control - all in a smaller package.
The
NA-D7000V housing has some small improvements over the previous D7000 housing.
The main reason for the update is to accommodate the HDMI cable so you
can connect the optional monitor for shooting video. Other improvements
include button repositioning to improve ergonomics and a new lever to disengage
the zoom/focus gear.
The Aquatica housing for the Nikon D7000 features many new features, such as an extended super sensitive shutter release, large easy to reach levers, an innovative Multi Controller replicating the one found on the camera body and a revolutionary approach for securing and releasing the ports and lenses with a single lever. It's the only D7000 housing that comes with a hydraphone and moisture alarm as standard.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Canon 60D is a great upper entry-level DSLR camera with some of the features of the semi-pro 7D, making this housing/camera a great combination."
The Nauticam NA-60D housing for Canon’s new 60D Digital SLR Camera - With continuously curved surfaces, user-friendliness and exuding solidity and refinement, the Nauticam NA-60D is a condensed housing with all the latest Nauticam features and patents, as well as fine machining technologies and finish.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Canon 600D is a great entry-level DSLR camera. When placed inside the compact and innovative Nauticam NA-600D housing, it's hard to ignore when looking for your first DSLR underwater system."
The NA-600D, for the Canon 600D, builds on the success of the NA-550D housing and adds new elements to further improve functionality and ergonomics. New features include a multi-function thumb lever for Video Start/Stop and programmable AE Lock button and control extensions for moving camera controls closer.
The
Nikon V1 is Nikon's first mirrorless interchangable lens camera, and positions
itself to compete well with the existing mirrorless cameras, with quicker
focusing and quicker shooting. The NA-V1 features the type of innovations
people have come to expect from Nauticam, including a clever switch to
make using both the EVF and the LCD possible.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 micro four thirds camera has many of the capabilities of entry level DSLRs on the market today. All in the size of a compact. The Nauticam port system gives the ability to use several Panasonic, Olympus and Leica micro four thirds lenses."
The Panasonic GH2 is loaded with features
that make it appealling to the underwater photographer. Rated
to a depth of 100m, the new NA-GH2 is a rugged aluminum housing that continues
the Nauticam tradition of ergononomic controls and innovative thinking.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 micro four thirds camera is a small, lightweight camera capable of shooting high quality stills and full HD video. The Nauticam port system gives the ability to use several Panasonic, Olympus and Leica micro four thirds lenses."
Nauticam’s NA-GF2 housing, for
the Panasonic GF2, machined from solid aluminum, is a small, lightweight
design with precise control placement for enhanced ergonomics. The housing
shutter release is extremely sensitive allowing precise feel of half press
position.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Olympus EPL2 is the latest micro four thirds Pen camera from Olympus, with several improvements on the EPL1. The Nauticam housing for this camera continues the successful line of innovative, ergonomic and lightweight housings."
The NA-EPL2 housing from Nauticam, for the Olympus E-PL2, delivers a rugged aluminum housing and the advanced functionality of the E-PL2 in style, along with the ergonomics and innovation that people have come to expect from Nauticam.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Sony NEX-5 is the world’s smallest, lightest interchangeable lens camera so far, yet the camera has a DSLR APS-C HD image sensor, which means you can compose the same image quality as from a conventional DSLR. Quite remarkable for a camera that fits in the palm of your hand."
With the launch of the Nauticam housing for the Sony NEX-5, Nauticam have given a new lease of life to Nikonos lenses. With the Nauticam Nikonos Lens Adapter fitted, you can now use your Nikonos lenses, arguably the sharpest lenses ever produced for underwater photography, on a state-of-the-art digital camera.
The Aquatica AN-5 housing is designed for the Sony NEX-5 camera.
With this camera, Sony has pushed the boundaries, yielding the punch of the
DSLR sensor in the size of a compact camera. The NEX-5 is a great camera
for underwater imaging; it provides focusing in both still and video and
has interchangable lenses with the use of Sony ALPHA lenses.
SCUBAPIX INSIGHT: "The Sola Photo 600 continues its market leadership with its small size, lighter and brighter than the leading focus light, and a red mode allowing focusing without scaring the critters. Light and Motion expands its remarkable Sola Photo line, adding the economical Sola Photo 500."
Specifically designed for the DSLR market, the Sola Photo video and focus light is smaller, lighter and longer running than anything in its class. Its wide flood doubles as a general video light for the new class of DSLR camera with video capability.
The
Sola 800 builds on the very popular and sucessful Sola Photo 600, with
another 200 lumens of power. The only focus light with built-in red light
mode and a clean even flood. Together with it's simplicity and factory-sealed
robustness, the Sola Photo is the new standard in focus lights.
The Sola 1200 builds on the very popular and sucessful Sola Photo 600, with twice the lumens of power! This gives you enough light to use as a video light with a clean even flood. It also still retains it's built-in red light mode for stills focusing without scaring the critters. Together with it's simplicity and factory-sealed robustness, the Sola Photo is the new standard in focus lights.
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