Seatool SR7/SR8 Underwater Housing

Keeping the competition on their toes, Sony has once again raised the stakes in the compact high definition video camera world with their HDV Handycam HDR-SR7/SR8. This miniature marvel leads the pack in AVCHD HDD camcorders with it's 60GB(SR7)-100GB(SR8)) hard drive it makes packing, protecting and downloading from tapes a thing of the past.

As HD video continues to gain poplularity in the consumer market, the compact, affordable SR7 and SR8 are the latest generation of wonder cameras, featuring higher resolution and breathtaking imagery at a very affordable price for both the hobbyist and serious amateur videographer. Seatool is proud to offer another revolutionary housing that brings underwater HD video to divers worldwide in an equally compact and affordable package.

Ultra compact, lightweight body

The Seatool SR7/SR8 underwater housing for the Sony HDV Handycam HDR-SR7/SR8 is machined from pure, solid blocks of aluminum and polycarbonate. The end result of this meticulous attention to detail is one of the smallest, lightest underwater video housings every produced. This housing features rugged aluminum construction yet only weighs 1.5kg. Small and light enough to hand carry on aircraft, it's the perfect tool for the travelling diver faced with strict airline weight restrictions. Because the housing body conforms so closely to the camera, the housing attains nearly neutral buoyancy (slightly negative) for effortless underwaterhandling handling.

3-positon adjustable position remote control grip standard on all models

The grip angle can be adjusted between three positions to adapt to any diving style or shooting situation.

The thoughtful design enables setting the grip in the horizontal position, making a nice trim, compact package, when transporting. New! The SR7/SR8 housing handle adjustment is now easier to activate! New! Brushed aluminum buttons provide even more durability. All controls are easily accessed while holding the grip which makes steady, stable footage a snap.

The right hand grip features control buttons for: Power Shooting mode change Record/standby Variable speed zoom Still image shutter AF/MF switch Strobe button ON/OFF

New Features

New! Larger diameter o-ring.

New! ST Bayonet Lens mount.

Dual Latch System

Dual rotational latches with safety lock help insure the housing integrity, keeping you Sony safe and dry!

Underwater attachment lens ready
Our New 'ST' bayonet lens mount adapts the popular 67mm threaded mount lenses from Inon, Epoque, and Ikelte to a quick mount/release bayonet fitting which can be mounted to and removed from the housing (while underwater) with just a twist of the wrist. Choose from underwater mountable fisheye, 100-degree wide angle or close-up lenses, to match any imaging situation.

Standard flip-type internal color filter

The Seatool SR7/SR8 is fitted with an internal color correcting orange filter. The filter is installed inside the housing, in front of camera lens where it cannot be scratched. Flip a single lever to move the filter over or away from lens.

Multi-coated optical glass port
The multi-coated optical glass port is optically superior, controls flare, and resists scratching.

Extended Case for High Capacity Battery

The SR7/SR8 housing from Seatool offers an extended case assembly which allows the use of the Sony NP-FH100 battery pack. Note: The extended case FH-100 limits the functionality of the camera's optical viewfinder.

Accessory port
The accessory port allows attaching an external LCD monitor or audio input from an underwater communications system.

Accessory shoe
The SR7/SR8 housing features a multi-purpose accessory shoe on top of the housing. Add an optional FIX Rotary Hot Shoe Base, and a FIX Light, for an easy to handle, compact lighting system.

Recording indicator / Leak sensor lamp
The recording indicator and leak sensor lamp are easily visible on remote control panel, protecting against unintentional recording or informing you immediately of water leakage.

Other controllable functions

• Backlight compensation button
• Battery info button
• Simple button
• Camera control dial
• Manual button to control Manual focus
• Brightness adjustment
• AE shift
• White balance shift

Body colors
The Seatool SR7/SR8 comes in an attractive clear coated silver color. Other body colors are available by special order.