7 Underwater Video Kits You Should Know
Looking to bring those incredible dive encounters you’ve been experiencing below the waves to your computer screen or TV? Allow these top-of-the-industry products to bring out your inner Cousteau, and launch a passion that will last a lifetime:
Amphibico Rouge
MSRP USD12,995
A state-of-the-art aluminium housing for the RED series of high-end cameras, puts all controls at your fingertips. Designed for professional underwater use, there are no tools required to mount the camera in housing, making for a quick topside ready camera in minutes.
Olympus Tough TG-Tracker
MSRP USD350
An action camera that’s tough enough to keep up with any adventure. The pocket-sized TG-Tracker records Ultra HD 4K video using advanced Olympus optics. Being waterproof to 30metres, and freezeproof to -10ºC, the TG-Tracker is perfect for both above and below. The incredible 204º Extreme Angle offers an extremely wide view.
GoPro Hero+
MSRP USD199
The entry level GoPro Hero+ is without an LCD screen, and is waterproof to 40 metres. Offering 60fps at 1080p recording, and 8MP, the Go Pro Hero+ is able to capture time lapse an burst photos. It is Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled.
Sony X1000V/ X1000VR
MSRP USD650
Offering 4K Ultra HD for four times the detail of Full HD, the Sony’s enhanced Full HD captures crisp, clear images in rich colour. You can also record fast-moving action at Full HD 120p for beautiful slo-mo. The 170º ultra-wide Zeiss Tessar Lens is great for panoramic shots. The Sony X1000V / X1000VR is dustproof, shockproof and waterproof to 10 metres and is Wi-Fi and GPS enabled.
ARRI Alexa Mini Camera Body
MSRP USD45,000
ARRI ALEXA Mini is a versatile additional tool in the world-leading ALEXA camera range of professional video cameras. It’s compact, lightweight and self-contained. It also eliminates the complications of working with third-party cameras for specialised shots and keeping everything within a single system that is trusted all over the world.
Nauticam Housing for ARRI ALEXA Mini Camera
MSRP USD45,000
This housing applies that Nauticam excellence to the ARRI ALEXA Mini, and includes an N200 250mm optical glass wide-angle port, N200 extension rings 30, 40 and 50, with lens control drive shafts. It is produced in collaboration with HydroFlex, one of the world’s leading underwater cinema equipment rental houses.
Kodak PIXPRO SP360-4K
MSRP USD500
This camera allows you to shoot 360–degree videos in 4K resolution. With a 12MP BSI CMOS sensor and dome-shaped f/2.8 lens, the Kodak has built in Wi-Fi and NFC – allowing you to use the camera with PIXPRO Android and iOS apps. The camera is versatile: It can support several attachments, including a waterproof housing, suction mounts, and remote controls.