High Definition for your Undersea Expedition
A new revolution in underwater imaging is here: the new FX1/Z1 housing from Gates! Setting a new standard in resolution and clarity this HD system is classically
Gates: durable ‘bulletproof’ machined aluminum and 100% reliable mechanical controls. Important functions like iris, white balance and manual focus are readily accessible, and Fathom Imaging ports provide the clearest, sharpest images possible – a no-compromises requisite for any HD endeavor.
Around the world Gates housings are tasked with critical projects from underwater productions to military ops. Experts know failure is not an option, that’s why they never take a chance…. they take a Gates!
Key Features
Durable, "Bulletproof" machined aluminum, black type III 'hard' anodize finish, and sealed with a nickel-acetate process.
Reliable Fingertip Controls are 100% Mechanical -- no sticky buttons, no faulty electronics or dead batteries!
Quality Optics means clarity, sharpness and no vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images.
2-Year Warranty. Only Gates offers a 2-year renewable warranty on all housings.
Accommodates all Camcorder Battery Sizes up to NPF-970 for maximum shooting between re-charges.
Positive Lock stainless steel latches confirm your housing is sealed and secure.
Internal Flip Filter provides quick, effortless use of the color correction filter. Blue or Green water versions available.
Magnified Viewfinder is standard for framing and critical focus.
Specifications
Controls (All Mechanical)
- Power On/Off
- Record/Standby
- Manual Focus
- Auto / Manual Focus
- Iris
- Internal "Flip" Color Correction Filter
- Neutral Density Filter
- Zoom
- White Balance Mode/Set
Optional Controls
- Gain / WB Presets
- Shutter Speed
- Expanded Focus
Dimensions (approximate)
- 41 cm L x 25 cm H x 23 cm W (38 cm w/handles)
- 16" L x 10" H x 9" W (15” w/handles)
Construction
- Machined Aluminum, Type III ‘Hard’ Anodize finish.
- Stainless steel hardware.
Weight (estimated)
- 10 kg / 22 lbs (without camera)
Weight in Water
- Slightly negative
Depth Rating
- 137 meters / 450 feet
Batteries
- Accepts all Sony batteries up to NP-F970
Warranty
- 2 Years Renewable
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