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Camera & Port Sold Separately Features The Aquatica T2i housing is for the Canon T2i/550D camera. With an impressive 18MP APS-C CMOS sensor and 1080p HD video recording with easy manual controls, this camera/housing combination is the ultimate affordable refinement of underwater imaging. TTL strobe exposure is now a breeze with the Optical Fiber strobe connectors. You can take full advantage of the newer strobe lighting technologies available while retaining the options of classic Nikonos and Ikelite bulkhead connectors. This form fitting and light weight housing is machined from solid aluminum on a 5 axis machining center. The AT2i housing is treated and anodized to military specification, then coated with a powder coating and baked for a robust weather and wear resistant external finish. The AT2i housing is light and still benefits from the same 300+ ft depth rating. Introduced with the Aquatica AT2i housing is a new type of retractable focus/zoom gear rack and lens release lever, pulling out these cleverly designed controls clears the path for smoothly installing and removing the camera/lens assembly even when a zoom or focus gear is attached to the lens. Battery, card or lens replacement now becomes a simple straightforward task to do. The Aquatica T2i housing features easy access to the vital video function controls while retaining its ease of operation for still imaging, all vital controls for both imaging modes have been moved to easily accessible and comfortable locations on the housing, it of course benefits from the same time proven mounting bayonet and will accept all our existing accessories and ports, including our tack sharp Megadome, the new Mini Dome 100, low profile macro port, Aqua View finder and remote control cord, we now present you a tool up to the task of fulfilling the needs of the most exigent underwater imaging individual. Optical Fiber Strobe Connections Options include optical ports for both Sea & Sea or INON type connectors, as well as, traditional methods of connecting strobes via the Nikonos or Ikelite standard connectors. In essence, as far as underwater strobe connectivity, this housing is the most flexible in the industry. Internal camera flash access A flip lever on the housing is provided to release the flash to the up position and to shut it back down. This allows the user to quickly shutdown the internal flash for ambient light images and easily return to flash photography with the flip of a lever. Bayonet Port A positive four point bayonet mounting and a locking mechanism leaves no doubt that your ports are secured in place and are water tight. The bayonet system dome ports, macro ports, and extension rings offer the fastest and most comprehensive access to the lenses for rapid changing without having to remove the camera from the housing. This housing allows use of lenses from a 10mm/180 degrees fisheye lens to a 200mm macro lens. Teleconverter port extensions are also available. Controls & Menus The housing provides access to all the camera menus and video controls including On-Off, Live View mode, Record On/Off, ISO lever, Exposure Mode, Bracketing, Meter positioning and focus control, and AF activation and lock. Access to all of the menu’s features include enlarge and delete, histogram and internal SLR preferences, and a quick access and conveniently angled review button. Buttons on the left hand side have been angled 20 degrees and are extended where necessary for better ergonomics. Knobs are now grooved and knurled for optimum operation when wearing thick gloves and the multi controller pad of the camera has been reproduced for faster and easier handling. Hydrophone The housing is equipped with a unique hydrophone for recording ambient sound underwater when shooting in the video mode. Lens Release A retractable lever is provided for easy lens changing through the front port with camera installed. Retractable Focus / Zoom control knob A retractable mechanism now allows the gear rack to be pulled out of the way, this make easy work of inserting and removing the camera when a lens with a gear is attached to it. Remote Control Grip Available as an accessory and easily mounted via one of the provided accessories bulkhead mounting holes Viewing Eye Piece The most critical aspect of underwater SLR photography is the viewing system. In this aspect our housing uses a viewfinder that shows the biggest and the brightest image possible with full frame view. An accessory Aqua View Finder is also available, giving the user unparalleled viewing of the camera's viewfinder for sharp focusing and exact composition. * Download the System Chart to determine which lens/port configurations will work for each system. ** Still unsure? Send us a message and we will help build your system with you. Aquatica T2i PDF User Guide Ordering Please make sure to send a message regarding the bulkheads you would like installed.
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Construction: Precision machined from a single aluminum block. Fully anodized to military specifications and coated with robust wear resistant coating. All function labels are pad printed to prevent peeling off or fading. Dimensions: Width 9” (13” with grip attached) x 5.25”, height: 6.125” Weight (without the camera): less than 2.4 kg / 5.3 lb Part No. 20066 Maintenance The recommended servicing procedures of the products are outlined in the manuals supplied with the product. The outside of the housing and the accessories should be rinsed in fresh water after every dive. The handles should be removed after use otherwise if they remain attached to the housing for any length of time they may bind to the housing and be extremely difficult to remove. We suggest that the main O rings be lubricated regularly and all of the O rings be checked annually. Warranty We are a fully authorized dealer of Aquatica products. Register your purchase at www.aquatica.ca to receive full coverage. Shipping Care is taken with packaging of each item. Everyone would like their items to arrive as fast as it takes to click their mouse. We strive to
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