Ikelite Sony a1 II Underwater Housing
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Ikelite has a reputation to produce high quality underwater camera housings, and the Ikelite Sony A1 II Housing lives up to the name. The housing is small, compact and lightweight which makes it great to bring when going on dive trips. It is also built from ABS-PC material which provides strength and requires minimal maintenance. The housing also has great ergonomics. Button and lever location has been well thought off to make your shooting experience wonderful even when wearing thick gloves.
Features:
- Port System - The housing uses Ikelite's Dry Lock Port System which is designed that the o-ring is located outside of the port mount. With this, it improves visibility when installing and reduces the chances of water dropping on the camera. Ports for the system is very lightweight yet can with stand a beating. Lots of lens options are also compatible with this port system.
- Vacuum Testing - The housing includes vacuum valve, along with the optional Ikelite Pump with Gauge allows you to draw out air and check if your housing is completely sealed before diving. This provides you the peace of mind and assurance that your camera is safe inside the housing while underwater.
- M16 Port - A M16 accessory threaded port is available to third party accessories.
- TTL Exposure - The Ikelite Sony A7S III Housing supports both shooting with manual exposure or TTL using the Ikelite DL2 DS Link Sony TTL Converter with ST1 Hotshoe Kit.
- Ergonomics - Excellent button, lever and dial placement. Controls are readily available at your fingertips.
- Setup - Setting up your system is a breeze.
Strobe Compatibility:
- Ikelite DS Strobe - Any Ikelite DS Strobes can be used in manual exposure. Current DS strobe models can be used in TTL mode with Ikelite DL2 DS Link Sony TTL Converter with ST1 Hotshoe Kit.
- Sea & Sea, Inon, Retra, Other Brands - Other brand strobes can be triggered using electronic sync cord. Older non-digital strobes featuring an ICS-5 electrical sync cord bulkhead can be used with this system in manual exposure modes
* Not compatible with Fiber Optic Connection
Sony A1 II Recommended Lenses:
- Sony 28mm + fisheye conversion lens - Ultra-wide angle for wrecks, reefscapes, close-focus wide angle. You can also use the Nauticam WWL lens with the 28mm prime lens and a flat port.
- Sony 12-24mm lens - Ultra-wide zoom for whales, mantas, whale sharks, reefscapes
- Sony 16-35mm F4 lens - Wide-angle for sharks, pelagics, video
- Sony 24-70mm lens - For fish, marine life portraits, video
- Sony 28-70mm lens - For fish, marine life portraits, some macro
- Sony 90mm macro lens - For macro, supermacro, fish
Read our guide to the best Sony full frame lenses for underwater
The Sony A1 II Mirrorless Camera
The Sony A1 II boasts a state-of-the-art 50.1-megapixel full-frame Exmor RS CMOS sensor. This stacked BSI (Back-Side Illuminated) sensor represents the pinnacle of Sony's sensor technology, offering an exceptional balance between resolution and speed. The stacked design allows for faster data readout, contributing to the camera's impressive performance in both still photography and video recording.
One of the most impressive features of the a1 II is its revolutionary autofocus system. Sony has truly outdone itself here, implementing AI-powered subject recognition that can track a wide range of subjects with incredible accuracy. Whether you're photographing fast-moving athletes or birds in flight, the a1 II's autofocus will lock on and keep your subject sharp. The a1 II introduces a remarkable 8.5-stop In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) system, a significant leap forward from its predecessor. This enhanced stabilization effectively expands shooting possibilities, enabling handheld photography in lower light conditions and with slower shutter speeds.
The a1 II isn't just a stills camera; it's a video powerhouse capable of capturing stunning 8K footage at 30p with 10-bit 4:2:0 sampling. And if you need higher frame rates, it can also shoot 4K at 120p with 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling. The a1 II inherits some fantastic features from Sony's ZV series cameras, including Dynamic Active Mode Stabilization and Framing Stabilizer. These tools ensure smooth, stable footage, even when you're shooting handheld while walking or moving.
The a1 II inherits the robust body design of the a9 III, making it a comfortable and reliable tool for professionals. It's weather-sealed to withstand the elements, and it's compatible with the latest VG-C5 Vertical Grip for extended shooting sessions.
The a1 II also boasts an upgraded LCD and EVF. The 3.2" 2.1m-dot 4-axis multi-angle touchscreen LCD provides a clear and vibrant view, while the impressive QXGA OLED Tru-Finder EVF offers a high 9.44m-dot resolution and 0.9x magnification for immersive eye-level viewing.
The Sony A1 II Updated Specifications:
- 50MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS Sensor
- AI Tracking & Human Pose Estimation
- 8K 30p and 4K 120p Video in 10-Bit
- Up to 30 fps Shooting with AF/AE
- Pre-Capture & Speed Boost Button
- 8.5-Stop IBIS + Dynamic Stabilization
- 9.44m-Dot EVF with 240 fps Refresh Rate
- 3.2" 2.1m-Dot 4-Axis Touchscreen LCD
- 5 GHz MIMO Wi-Fi, 2.5GBASE-T Ethernet
- Dual CFexpress Type A/SD Card Slots
The Sony A1 II is the much anticipated upgrade of the previous version, the Sony A1. Below are some interesting reviews of the Sony A1 to gather some idea of what these camera bodies are capable of.
Sony A1 Camera Review:
Learn more about the camera features and why we love it for underwater photography in our full Sony A1 Camera Review.
Sony A1 Review Video:
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Sony A1 Underwater Housings
- Sony A7S III Underwater Housings
- Ikelite Housings
- Underwater Photography Equipment
- Best Underwater Strobes
