Nauticam Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing
Looking for an exceptional underwater housing for your Nikon Z8? Look no further than the Nauticam Nikon Z8 underwater housing! This top-of-the-line housing is the epitome of reliability and ease-of-use, thanks to Nauticam's acclaimed Mission Control design approach. With the NA-Z8, you'll have quick access to all the essential controls you need, thanks to the strategically placed molded handles. Plus, with Nauticam's proven track record with the NA-Z6/7 and Z9 housings, you can trust that you're investing in a top-quality product that won't let you down.
Nauticam is constantly rethinking their underwater housing designs to create the absolute best user experience when shooting underwater, and the Nauticam Z8 Underwater Housing is no exception. Their housings are crafted from high quality aluminum with controls and dials designed for great ergonomics (ease of use). The housing is depth rated to 100m, maintains a fairly small footprint making it great for traveling. All buttons are clearly labeled, it includes two fiber optic ports and a leak sensor. Lastly the rotating housing latch is secure yet easy to use.
Key Features:
Patented Port Locking System
The locking lever has become a signature of the Nauticam brand. Its unique design allows for easy and secure port mounting without the need for twisting or threading. Additionally, Nauticam provides locking port extensions, which ensure that even when using a long extension ring, a dome port remains firmly fixed in place.
FTZ Adapter Support
The Nauticam Z8 is also equipped with an FTZ adapter that allows you to use the same port configuration as you would with an F-mount DSLR system. Plus, the convenient lens release buttons on the NA-Z8 housing make it easy to switch between different lenses, without ever having to remove the camera from the housing (except when installing or removing the FTZ II adapter)
Stainless Steel Handle Brackets
The steel brackets included with the housing provides stability and eliminates the flex and wobble when using big strobes or video lights. It also serves as attachment points for accessories such as lanyards.
Other Features:
Integrated Vacuum Check and Leak Detection System
The Nauticam vacuum check and leak detection system comes standard with the Nauticam Z8, providing divers with a reliable monitoring system for the safety and water-tightness of their housing. By utilizing the vacuum valve accessory, users can receive constant updates through a simple LED lighting system that indicates a solid vacuum or loss of pressure. Furthermore, the leak detection feature, integrated into the same circuit, alerts divers both visually and audibly of any water intrusion inside the mirrorless underwater housing. Additionally, the Nauticam system is temperature compensated, which eliminates any false alarms resulting from fluctuations in outside temperature or a camera heating up during a dive.
HDMI OUTPUT
The Nauticam NA-Z8 is equipped with an HDMI type A connector, this camera promises to provide a clean and smooth output. The NA-Z8 also comes with an M24 bulkhead that can accommodate an HDMI 2.0 connection. This feature allows you to connect your camera to a high-quality monitor or recorder like the Atomos Ninja5+ housed in the NA-Ninja5 housing. With this powerful combination, you can take your video recording and photography experience to the next level.
Recommended Lenses & Ports:
1. Nikkor Z 14-24mm f2.8 S lens - Ultra-wide zoom for whales, mantas, whale sharks, reefscapes
Recommended Port/Gears:
Zoom Gear;
N120 Extension Ring 10 II + WACP 2; or
N120 Extension Ring 40 II + 180mm Optical Glass Wide Angle Port; or
N120 Extension Ring 55 II + 230mm Optical Glass Wide Angle Port II;
2. Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 lens - Wide-angle for sharks, pelagics, video
Recommended Port/Gears:
Zoom Gear + N120 WACP-2; or
Zoom Gear + N120 Extension Ring 50 II + 230mm Optical Glass Wide Angle Port II;
1. Nikon Z 50mm f2.8 macro lens - For macro, fish
Recommended Port:
N120 Extension Ring 10 II + Macro Port 12
Please see Port Chart for Wet Lens options.
2. Nikon Z MC 105mm f2.8 VR S macro lens - For fish portraits and larger macro subjects
Recommended Port:
focus gear + Macro Port 80 or
focus gear + N120 Extension Ring 20 II + Macro port 60;
Please see Port Chart for Wet Lens options.
Wet Lenses
Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 - Combined with the below Wet Lens:
WACP-1 - Ultra-wide 130º fields-of-view for whales, mantas, whale sharks, reefscapes
Other Available Wet Lenses:
WWL-1B Wide Angle Conversion Lens - Wide-angle for sharks, pelagics, video
WACP-C - Smaller & more compact, ultra-wide 130º fields-of-view for whales, mantas, whale sharks, reefscapes
CMC-1 - For fish portraits and larger macro subjects
CMC-2 - For macro, smaller critters, fish
For more Comprehensive details with regards lens and port combinations for the Nikon Z8, please reference our Nauticam Nikon Z-Mount port chart. Also, for Nikon F-Mount lens port options, please consult the comprehensive Nikon F- Mount port charts.
Sample Nikon Z8 Underwater Images & Reviews
We took the Nikon Z8 for a trip to Cozumel where we gained some valuable insights, and based on this we have put together in in-depth review of the Nikon Z8 underwater, as well as the best underwater settings for the Nikon Z8.
Read more about our initial thoughts & review of the Nikon Z8
Some sample underwater images taken with the Nikon Z8 in Cozumel.
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Nikon Z6 II, Z7 II Underwater Housings
- Nauticam Housings
- Underwater Photography Equipment
- Best Underwater Strobes
- Nauticam M16 USB-C bulkhead
Recommended Strobes:
- Sea & Sea YS-D3 II
- Sea & Sea YS-D3 Duo
- Ikelite DS-230
- Ikelite DS-162
- Ikelite DS-232
- Scubalamp D-Pro
- Marelux Apollo 28
- Marelux Apollo 33
- Marelux Apollo 44
Recommended Accessories:
- Nauticam Compact Macro Converter CMC-2
- Nauticam Wet Wide Lens WWL-1 130°
- Nauticam Flash Trigger (26302)
- Nauticam Flip Diopter Holder for M67 Macro Port
- Nauticam Double Flip Diopter Holder for M67 Macro Port
- Nauticam Universal Fiber Optic Cable
- Nauticam Universal Sync Cord Bulkhead
- Nauticam Standard HDMI Bulkhead with M16 Thread
- Snap-clip lanyard for easy carrying of the housing
- Spare Housing O-Ring
- Dimension: 360mm(W) x 200mm(H) x 160mm(D)
- Weight on Land: 3.1kg
- Weight Underwater: -0.07kg (with camera and battery)
- Port System: N120
- Depth Rating: 100m
- Nauticam NA-Z8 Housing
- 90122 Housing O-ring, lubricant and removal tool
- CR2032 Battery (for vacuum system)
- Padded Travel Case
- Allen Wrench Set
