Underwater Video Housings
Aquatica HD Wave XR520
FOR SONY HDR-XR500V/520V
The HD WAVE is the first HD video housing from Aquatica, built for the Sony HDR-XR500V/520V HD camcorders.
Aquatica Digital has been providing high quality underwater photographic systems for both the recreational and professional diver for over 25 years. Given their tremendous expertise in designing & manufacturing underwater photographic equipment, they are proud to introduce the “HD WAVE”, their first High Definition Video Housing, designed and built for the Sony HDR-XR500V/520V HD camcorders.
Built with the same high quality solid aluminum construction as their digital SLR housings, no compromise was taken to create the “HD WAVE” Video Housing. Keeping in mind total ergonomics and underwater balance, its compact design makes the unit extremely user friendly. The engineers worked very hard on its design, giving a 30° viewing angle on the large side LCD viewfinder for optimal filming capabilities. Giving access to all key camcorder functions, including the critical Manual White Balance function - it will give users the ability to create the best possible HD video underwater.
KEY FEATURES
Solid Construction
Precision machined from a solid block of marine grade aluminum giving endless durability. Black anodized for corrosion protection and a final layer of tuff textured military grade polyurethane powder coat paint for the outmost durability in harsh sea water.
30°Angled Large 3.2” LCD Viewfinder
A first in the industry to implement this design for optimal viewing position & filming underwater.
Reliable all-mechanical controls
Ergonomically positioned controls for easy access to all key camcorders functions, including touch screen Manual White Balance control.
SPECIFICATIONS
Construction:
- Marine grade solid aluminum
- Fully anodized with a hard coat of polyurethane paint
- All hardware is marine grade aluminum & stainless steel
Controls:
- On/Off
- Record/ Standby
- Photo
- Zoom Telephoto / Zoom Wide
- Home Button (touch screen access)
- Option Button (touch screen access)
- Tele Macro (touch screen access)
- White Balance One Push (touch screen access)
- Manual Control Knobs to access Focus, Exposure, AE Shift & WB Shift
- Smooth Slow-Motion Functionality (touch screen)
Features:
- Flip filter Arm with UR Pro blue water color correction filter
- Sensitive Hydrophone to capture clear underwater sound
- Water sensor alarm with blinking LED
- Bayonet Mounted Lens System
- 2 Auxiliary ports
Ports:
- Standard dome port: Optically corrected to give 1:1 angle of view underwater
- Flat port: Best choice for macro work, allows full zoom through with diopters.
- Wide angle port: A good all around performance lens giving 70°FOV with full zoom through, & 90° FOV with macro adapter off the port, giving partial zooming.
Dimensions:
- 7” D x 4.8” H x 9.5” W (14.5”with handles)
- 17.7cm D x 12.2cm H x 24cm W (37cm with handles)
Weight:
- On land 7.5lbs (Kg) fully loaded w/camera battery and lens.
- In seawater slightly negative buoyancy
Operating Depth:
- 90 metres (300 feet)
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