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Secifications
*Dimensions:
Length: Along the Housing base is 14.75 inches (37.5 cm). Optics will extend this a bit.
Height: Housing (no lights) is 9.5 inches (24.1 cm). Batteries will increase this to about 10.75 inches (27.3 cm). An external, top mounted monitor will increase this.
Width: Outside of the control handles is 13.5 inches (34.3 cm). .Housing can be purchased as a solo or as part of a complete Travel Package with Integrated Lighting system. |
Housing Features
Light & Motion is proud to present the Bluefin HD, a newly designed professional underwater housing system for the Sony High Definition HDR-FX1 and HVR-Z1U camcorders.
Fingertip controls where YOU want them, not where the camera dictates. Flip down macro lens doubles the magnification of the tiny critters for astounding HD macro. Internal adjustable weighting system trims lights and housing for neutral buoyancy Integrated lighting system: Lighting control at your fingertips!
Constructed from industrial grade aluminum, machined, anodized and depth rated to 400 feet, the Bluefin HD housing has an advanced feature set that will satisfy even the most discriminating videographers. Housing controls include power on/off, record start/stop, double tap variable zoom control, electronic manual focus, momentary auto focus on/off, manual iris and gain, shutter speed, manual push white balance and neutral density filter. Smart Grip Handles also provide access to VTR playback for instant footage review. Also included is a Flip Down Colour Correction Filter, and the revolutionary Flip Macro Lens that will allow for super macro detail at any time on any dive.
Smart Grip Handles put important functions where you need them, at your fingertips. Handles provide non-penetrating push button controls, utilizing IR transmitters and receivers. No fumbling around for awkward levers and dials. As such, the housing is a natural extension of your hands so capturing that perfect video sequence is made easy. With the Easy Load camera tray setup is a snap. Double O-Ring Seals and Self Locking Rotary Latches provide the security you would expect allowing you the peace of mind to focus on your passion.
Weight:
The dry weight of the Bluefin HD will vary with configuration. A standard configuration (flat port, no lights, no external monitor) will have a dry weight of 26 pounds. Dive ready weight including the camera is 33 pounds with a buoyancy just slightly negative in water. Fully loaded Pro Travel Package (UWA adapter, pro lights, and remote monitor) will have a dry weight of 44 pounds and a buoyancy just slightly negative in water
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Light & Motion is proud to announce a new line of Custom, Professional grade optics that deliver the optical performance that you would expect for an underwater High Definition system of this caliber
Bluefin HD Standard Lens (included)
The Bluefin HD housing standard lens allows you to capture a variety of subject matter from medium Wide, to Macro. Because the Bluefin HD housing was designed with Optical Flexibility in mind, we have designed in as part of the housing system the revolutionary Flip Macro Lens. The Flip Macro Lens can be engaged or disengaged at any time on your dive and turns your Standard Lens into a Super Macro Machine. Imagine High Definition quality in the super macro world; pigme seahorses become clydesdales and anenome stalks are transformed into trunk sized trees.
Bluefin HD Wide Angle Lens (optional)
If you are looking for a wider angle of coverage then go with the optional Wide Angle Lens. The Wide Angle Lens delivers an 80+ degree angle of coverage allowing you to bring the wide blue ocean seascapes into full view. The Wide Angle Lens not only allows for good wide angle but also provides for some room to zoom. And because the housing system was designed with flexibility in mind, you can zoom in, swing in the Revolutionary Wide Angle Flip Macro Lens (optional) and fill the screen with a two inch subject from 12 inches away.
Bluefin HD Ultra Wide (optional and subject to availability)
The Bluefin Ultra Wide is a must have professional lens. Constructed of industrial grade glass, ground to exacting tolerances, this multi-element lens delivers a 100+ degree field of view. Extremely low volume, means you have minimal swim drag. Excellent for close focus wide angle imaging, this lens provides excellent results in the 3 foot and closer realm. |
