Housings
Setting Up Your Housing
This collection of videos walks you through installing your camera in the related underwater housing and making any necessary settings changes.
OM System (Olympus)
Accessories
Adding Accessories to Your Housing
These items will make your underwater photography experience more enjoyable and allow you to customize your experience.
Adding a USB-C Charging & Data Transfer Bulkhead
Set it and forget it! Charge and offload data without removing your camera from the housing.
Adding a GoPro To Your Housing
Don't leave your GoPro behind just because you upgraded your camera rig. Catch some extra video on the fly by using one of our GoPro mounts.
Using the GoPro Adhesive Mount
The most streamlined way possible to add a GoPro to your DLM housing system.
Mounting an Insta360 Action Camera
Round out your underwater storytelling with behind-the-scenes video using an Insta360 camera.
Installing a Trigger Extension
If you're using a tray with dual handles, you'll want to extend your shutter and back button focus levers to be easily reached with your hand on the handle.
Adding a Trim Weight System for Balance and Stability
Our 8" Diameter Dome is made out of the lightest materials available to reduce travel weight. Use a Trim Weight to balance it out.
Installing a Magnifying Viewfinder
Get a bigger, brighter view of your camera's optical or electronic viewfinder.
Installing a Vacuum Test Valve in a 1/2" Accessory Port
Install a vacuum test valve on your DLM or compact digital housing.
Installing a Vacuum Leak Detection System
A vacuum system allows you to check your housing for leaks BEFORE you get in the water.
Adding an M24 Port for HDMI 2.0 Monitor Bulkheads
Select housings support the addition of this large-bore port for Nauticam HDMI 2.0 accessories.
Strobes
Lighting is an important element to your underwater photography. Find out everything you need to know about adding strobes to your system.
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DS50, DS51 Strobes
DS160, DS161 Strobes
DS230, DS232 Strobes
Ecko Strobes
Sync Cords & TTL Operation
Wiring Diagrams and Test Firing Strobes
Common Questions About Strobe Firing, TTL, and Sync Speeds
New Auto-Switching Hotshoe and Bulkhead Updates Starting January 1, 2025
How to Care for Your Sync Cord Plug
Mixing Two Strobes of Different Sizes
Material Change for Bulkheads & Sync Cord Plugs
TTL for Canon Cameras
TTL for OM System, Olympus & Panasonic Cameras
New Auto-Switching Hotshoe and Bulkhead Updates Starting January 1, 2025
Learn about the advantages of the new system and how it affects compatibility with existing housings and strobe accessories.
Maintenance
Your Ikelite products are designed to operate in the harshest conditions on Earth. Keep up with a good maintenance regime for many years of trouble-free operation.
DL Housings DO's and DON'Ts
Avoid these these expensive mistakes when setting up your 50DL or 200DL underwater housing.
Using a Vacuum Leak Detection System
Why wait until you get in the water to look for a leak? Use a vacuum system to check your housing.
Lubricating an ULTRAcompact Housing O-Ring
Have a TG-series camera or other compact digital still? If your housing has a hinged back door, this is the video for you.
Removing Scratches from a Dome Port
With a careful hand you can use NOVUS polish to remove light scratches from your acrylic dome.
Maintaining Sync Cord Plug O-Rings
Electrical sync cords can provide more reliable strobe triggering than fiber optic when maintained properly.
Replacing Control Gland Seals
Most users return their housing for annual service. If you need an emergency field fix, here's how to do it.
Replacing Push Button O-Rings
If your push buttons are getting sticky, it's best to send the housing to us. Or DIY-types can use or push button o-ring kit.
David Fleetham's DL Housing Assembly Tips
The most published underwater photographer of all time shows you how he keeps his housing in tip top shape.
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How To Care For Your Sync Cord Plug [VIDEO]
Spend three minutes to learn how to properly attach and maintain your electrical sync cords for a lifetime of reliable strobe triggering.
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How to Install a Trigger Extension on Your Underwater Housing [VIDEO]
John Brigham walks you through this simple Trigger Extension installation which can be done in less than a minute without affecting the waterproof seals of the control.
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Canon R100 // Deluxe Underwater Housing Assembly [VIDEO]
The Canon EOS R100 is one of our favorite cameras for the fantastic combination of image quality, size, and affordability. The Deluxe Kit sets you up with all of the most popular underwater housing...
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How to Lubricate Your ULTRAcompact Housing O-Ring [VIDEO]
Maintaining the o-ring on your ultra compact underwater housing is simple and takes just a few seconds once you get the hang of it. Steve Johnson shows you how, plus tips for long-term storage.
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DS51 Battery Compartment // the 3 THINGS You Need to Know [VIDEO]
Whether you’re using the DS51 or one of our legacy DS50 or AF35 strobes, maintaining the battery compartment seal is simple and reliable when you follow 3 key steps.
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Sony PZ 16-35mm F4 Lens // Zoom Gear Installation DLM/A Underwater Housing [VIDEO]
Take two minutes to learn how to properly install the Sony PZ 16-35mm F4 lens and Zoom Gear # 5515.44 on your 200DLM/A Underwater Housing.
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Sony ZV-E1 // Underwater Housing Assembly & Camera Settings [VIDEO]
The ZV-E1 is the Sony's smallest and lightest full-frame interchangeable lens camera with in-body image stabilization. John Brigham shares the journey from picking up the camera to designing an und...
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Nikon Z8 200DL Underwater Housing Assembly [VIDEO]
Many underwater photographers’ prayers were answered with the release of the already iconic Nikon Z8 mirrorless camera. It’s a shrunk down Z9 in just about every way, making it the perfect solution...