Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Camera

A full-featured and durable waterproof housing for Canon EOS R6 and R6 Mark II full-frame mirrorless digital cameras. Suitable for scuba, snorkeling, surf, pool, and any application in or around the water. This housing includes two camera mounts foruse with either the R6 (Mark I) or R6 Mark II camera.

Lens Ports

This housing features our robust Dry Lock (DL) port system. “Dry Lock” refers to the placement of the o-ring on the outside of the port mount. This improves visibility and reduces the chances of water dropping onto your precious camera sensor.DL ports are the lightest on the market, yet robust and capable ofstanding up torough surf.Attachment is quick and secure. A system of extensions can accommodate a huge variety oflenses with ease.

Most popular zoom lenses and select lens focus rings can be engaged using simplegearingthat puts adjustment right at your fingertips. A large, soft-touch knob on the side of the housing makes fine tuned adjustments a breeze. Zoom and focus gears differ depending on which lens you are using. Zoom gears sold separately.

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Vacuum System

The included vacuum valve allows you to pressurize the housing tocheck for leaks prior to putting your expensive equipment in the water. Use of the vacuum valve requires a compatibleVacuum Pump with Gauge# 47011, sold separately.

There is no greater assurance than being able to see your camera and o-ring seal through the back of the housing. Our signature open-groove design suspends the rear o-ring in a natural position that is easier to maintain and more reliable than forcing the o-ring into a channel. Once the housing is closed you can see the o-ring form a solid, waterproof seal.

TTL Strobe Exposure

This housings supports your choice of shootingmanual strobesor adding TTL electronics depending on your application. The included manual hotshoe with Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead supports manual strobe exposure with a wide variety of strobes including Ikelite, SEA&SEA, INON, and others.

Enjoy the fastest and most accuratestrobeexposure on the market by adding theDL5 DS LinkCanon TTL Converter and CT1 TTL Hotshoe Kit#46075and a compatible Ikelite DS strobe. The DS Link can be programmed to the camera’s specific TTL protocoland supports both first curtain and rear curtain sync up to the camera’s maximumflash sync speed. Exposure compensation can be used added or subtracted in the camera. A push button and indicator light on the side of the converter make it simple to switch back and forth between TTL and manual exposure underwater.

Reliable locking connectors between the hotshoe and bulkhead make it easy to install theCT1 TTL Hotshoe or carry back up parts when traveling to remote locations.

Ergonomics

Good ergonomics are critical when you need to concentrate on composition, focus, and proper exposure. Large, curved control levers put the most important controls right where you need them: shutter and autofocus (via the AF-Lbutton). This combination allows you to shoot with or without back button focus, an advanced technique that isuseful for tack sharp focus of super macro and fast moving subjects. Each lever can be extended using the optionalTrigger Extension# 4077.95for perfect spacing when using a right-hand handle.

Therotating controlsare alloperated intuitivelyvia premium soft-touch knobs. An oversized, lobed knob puts the zoom/focus knob at your fingertips while your left hand stays on the handle. Stainless steel, direct-drive rotating controls arevirtually fail-safe and user serviceable and adjustable in a pinch.

All rear camera buttons are accessible by smooth action,hard anodizedaluminum push buttons for reliable performance and easy maintenance. These controls areclearly labeled by laser engraving on the back of the housingthat never fades or falls off.

Set-Up

The camera mount is front-loading for easy installation and removal. A small mounting plate attaches to the bottom of the camera and secures in the front of the housing. The camera mounting plate does not need to be removed from the camera for surface use or when changing the battery or memory cards. The mounting plate features a 1/4-20 threaded mount on the bottom so that it can be attached to a tripod on the surface.

Wi-Fi

Use the camera’s built-inwi-fifeature to download photos to another device without removing the camera from the housing. The WiFi feature is only usable above water within close proximity to the connected device.

Viewfinders

The included Super-Eye Viewfinder provides an enhanced view of the camera’s optical viewfinder when viewed through a dive mask. The viewfinder removes quickly and easily for the attachment of an optionalStraight Magnified Viewfinder (Type 2) # 6890.1 or45 Magnified Viewfinder (Type 3)# 6891.3.The angle of a45 viewfinder is more ergonomic when shooting underwaterplus it provides a larger and brighter view than the standard Super-Eye.

M16 Accessory Port

The spare M16 threaded accessory port provides an attachment point for third party accessories including HDMI bulkheads.

Handling & Travel

The housing, tray, and handles have beenoptimized to reduce weight while maintaining strength and durability. TheRight-Hand Quick Release Handle# 4077.02 (sold separately) can be added or removed depending on your needs. The precision machined aluminum base features 1/4-20 tripod mounting sockets and additional mounting locations for future accessories.The base and handle can be quickly removed when breaking down your system for travel.

A 1/4-20 threaded mounting point is located front and center on the housing above the lens port mount. This mount can be used to attach lightweight accessories like a focus light or GoPro camera.

If you’re shooting with two strobe or lighting arms, then a top handle can be added to carry to and from the dive site. Top handles are available in aCable Grip# 4080.09 or Aluminum Top Handle # 4080.08. The rigid aluminum version provides additional mounting points for lighting and accessories.

Adding a dedicated focus light to your top mount or strobe arm is highly recommended formore accurate autofocus in low light settings.

Construction

Our new ABS-PC blend front isdurable, provides improved contrast and visibility, keeps your camera running cooler in the sun, and is significantly lighter weight than aluminum alternatives.

Everyhousing ismade in the USA, individually inspected for fit, and water pressure tested to 200 feet (60m).

Non-Ikelite Strobes

SEA&SEA, INON, andRetra strobes with an electrical connection can be triggered in manual exposure modes using an electrical sync cord. Strobes without an electrical sync cord connection cannot be attached to this system unless slaved off of a hard-wired strobe.

Ikelite Non-Digital Strobes

Older non-digital strobes featuring an ICS-5 electrical sync cord bulkhead can be used with this system in manual exposure modes.

Fiber Optic

Fiber optic only strobes are not compatible with this installation. An external strobe must be connected by electrical sync cord.

Remote Triggering

Strobes with remote slave capabilities may be triggered off of a flash attached to the housing by electrical sync cord. Ikelite DS strobes support remote triggering using the Optical Slave Converter#4405 or the Water Wizard system (manufactured and sold by Aquatica).

Compatibility

This housing is only compatible withCanon EOS R6 cameras as shipped by the manufacturer. Unless otherwise noted, this housing does not accommodate the use of add-on grips, battery grips, eyepieces, LCD covers, or other accessories.

Differences in lens and control placement prevent other camera models from being used in or adapted to this housing. We are not aware of any other models which may be used in or adapted to this particular housing.

Specifications

200′ (60m) depth rating

Compatible with DL system lens ports

Controls are provided for all important camera controls;

Controls are not provided for Depth of field preview button, Multi-function lock button, Multi-controller (can be pushed in for use as a user programmable button)

1/4-20 thread base mounts with 3.5″ spacing

Slightly positivebuoyancy in fresh water

Actual buoyancy varies depending on choice of lens and port

4.7lb (2123g) without tray and handle

5.4 lb (2434 g) with tray and handle

8.75 x 6.875 x 6.5″ (220 x 175 x 165mm)

Vacuum valve included (pump sold separately)

Included Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead connector with manual hotshoe for reliable electrical triggering of underwater strobes; Optional TTL accessories provides automatic exposure with compatible Ikelite DS strobes

ABS-PC construction is fundamentally corrosion-resistant

Made in the USA; Individually inspected for fit and water pressure tested to depth

2 year limited warranty

In the Box

Housing

Rear O-ring # 0132.59 (installed)

Front O-ring # 0132.45 (installed)

Zoom Gear Retainer # 75900 (installed)

Port Hole Cover # 0200.92 (installed)

Waterproof Bulkhead Cap # 9104.7 (installed)

Base with Left-Hand Quick Release Handle # 4077.67 (installed)

Tool for Zoom Gear Retainer # 0945.06

.050″Hex Key # 0945.11

Silicone Lubricant1cc Tube