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Underwater Video Housings and Still Camera Housings for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking, and More |
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AquaCam EX Universal Video Housings, Coolpix Still Camera Housings, and Accessories |
Which Camcorders are Compatible with the AquaCam EX Video Housings?
Most camcorders are compatible because the AquaCam EX video housings have universal camcorder acceptance. The only restriction is the physical size of the camcorder - it must be No larger than approximately 4.6+ inches (117mm) High, 4.8 inches (122mm) Wide, and 8 inches (203mm) Long to fit inside one of the AquaCam EX housings (see Camcorder Fit Check below). For smaller camcorders, shorter shell lengths are provided (down to 6-inches/152mm) according to total camcorder/lens length and the selected control option. For larger camcorders or custom sizing, we can manufacture a Custom AquaCam EX Video Housing. Note that many small camcorders can be elevated on a mounting adapter and positioned to allow the LCD monitor to open sufficiently for viewing (typically 50-75 percent open).
We generally recommend Sony or Canon camcorders because of their features, great video quality, and reputation, but many other camcorder brands work well and are compatible with our Basic and Mechanical AquaCam EX video housings. Many Sonys (and some Canons) feature a LANC, REMOTE, or A/V-Remote jack which is necessary for our Electronic AquaCam EX video housing. Also, many Sonys have the ability to power-up the camcorder from the record button (after power time-out has occurred), which essentially adds power-on capability to the Mechanical AquaCam EX video housing. If you desire to have full electronic camcorder controls, your camcorder must have a LANC interface.
Camcorder Height & Width Fit Check: If your camcorder's Height and/or Width is close to, or exceeds the dimensional limits noted above, you can draw a front view sketch of the AquaCam EX to see if your camcorder will actually fit. Simply draw a circle (with compass) 5 11/16 inches (144mm) in diameter. Then, draw a horizontal line 5 inches (127mm) down from the top of the
circle (see figure). This line represents the top of the camera tray. Cut out the area along the line and around the top of the circle. See if your camcorder will fit through the cut-out area, with the bottom of your camcorder on the camera tray line. Note that many small and narrow camcorders can be elevated (about 1 inch/25mm) on a mounting adapter and positioned to allow the LCD monitor to open sufficiently for viewing (typically 50-75 percent open). If your camcorder is too large for the standard AquaCam EX, we can manufacture a Custom AquaCam EX Housing for your camcorder!
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