Gates FX1/Z1

Gates HDR-FX1 & Z1 underwater housing

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HDR-FX1 High Definition Handycam® Camcorder

Specs

* Controls (All Mechanical)
* Power On/Off * Record/Standby
* Zoom * Manual Focus
* Auto / Manual Focus * Iris
* Internal "Flip" Color Correction Filter
* Neutral Density Filter * White Balance Mode/Set

* Optional Controls
* Gain / WB Presets * Shutter Speed
* Expanded Focus

* Dimensions (approximate)
* 16" L x 10" H x 9" W ” (15” w/handles)
* 41 cm L x 25 cm H x 23 cm W (38 cm w/handles)

* Warranty
* 2 Years Renewable

* Construction
* Machined Aluminum, Type III ‘Hard’
Anodize finish. Stainless steel hardware.

* Weight (estimated)
* 22 lbs / 10 kg

* Weight in Water
* Slightly negative

* Depth Rating
* 450 feet / 137 meters

* Batteries
* Accepts all Sony batteries up to NP-F970

Flat Port
A simple flat element good for macro work with diopters. Element is field replaceable.

Standard Port
Optical acrylic dome is field replaceable. A/R coated glass dome optional. (Glass dome depth rated to 150 feet / 46m).

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Fathom Imaging High Performance Port SWP44B
Hi Resolution, distortion-free 120 FOV with full zoom capability.

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High Defintion 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. The underwater imaging pro will appreciate access to important manual functions including iris, white balance and focus. Further, 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 productions and marine research to salvage work and military ops. The experts know failure isn't an option, that's why they never take a chance- they take Gates!
	Durable, "Bulletproof" machined aluminum, black type III 'hard' anodize finish, and sealed with a nickel-acetate process.

	External Color Monitor With the EM43 hi-res monitor, HD framing and focus are easy. (Optional) Learn more...

	Reliable Fingertip Controls are 100% Mechanical -- no sticky buttons, faulty electronics or dead batteries!

	Adjustable Handle Grips let you find the perfect position for comfort and control.

	Pro Controls such as manual focus, iris and white balance are standard.

	Internal Flip Filter provides quick, effortless use of the color correction filter. Blue or Green water versions available

	Interchangeable Ports for easy switch amongst Flat, Wide, and Super Wide Angle

	Quality Optics means clarity, sharpness and no vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images.

	Accommodates all Camcorder Battery Sizes up to NPF-970 for maximum shooting between re-charges.

	Magnified Viewfinder is standard for framing and critical focus.

	2-Year Warranty. Only Gates offers a 2-year renewable warranty on all housings.

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