Ikelite 50' Underwater Front Housing with Dry Lock Port Mount for Nikon D500 DSLR Camera

While designed to elevate your underwater photography experience, the 50' Underwater Front Housing with Dry Lock Port Mount is an essential accessory for Nikon D500 DSLR camera enthusiasts. This durable and sturdy housing is engineered to withstand depths of up to 50 feet, making it perfect for capturing the vibrant underwater world in the pool, the surf, or while snorkeling.

Crafted from high-quality ABS-PC and Lexan materials, this housing is fundamentally corrosion-resistant, ensuring long-term reliability in harsh saltwater environments. The innovative Dry Lock (DL) Port System enhances security at the water's surface and supports the use of large diameter lenses, providing photographers with a broad range of creative options.

The housing's supremely functional design offers maximum creative control, with access to all important camera functions. An extra-large, soft-touch zoom knob is conveniently located next to the left handle for easy adjustments. The vacuum valve, included with the housing (pump sold separately), adds an extra layer of protection against water ingress.

For those looking to illuminate their underwater scenes, the housing includes an Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead connector with a manual hotshoe for reliable electrical triggering of most popular underwater strobes. Optional TTL hotshoe and Nikon TTL Converter can be added to achieve TTL operation with compatible Ikelite DS strobes.

Ergonomically designed for ease of use, the housing features a signature open-groove design that maintains the rear o-ring in a natural, reliable position. The sensitive new trigger lever is extendable, ensuring comfortable use even when utilizing the optional right-hand quick-release handle. The quick-install camera mount plate allows for hassle-free battery or memory card access without removal.

The housing is compatible exclusively with the Nikon D500 DSLR, as it is tailored to fit the unique dimensions and control placements of this specific model. It does not accommodate add-on grips, battery grips, eyepieces, LCD covers, or other accessories that may alter the camera's original size or shape.

Lens compatibility is broad, accepting any Ikelite DL-series port to accommodate most popular zoom, macro, and wide-angle lenses. Dome ports are recommended for wide-angle and zoom lenses to capture expansive underwater landscapes, while flat ports are ideal for macro lenses, bringing you closer to the minute wonders of the aquatic realm.

This professional-grade underwater housing is made in the USA and undergoes individual inspection for fit and water pressure testing to ensure impeccable quality. It includes a balanced aluminum base with a left-hand quick-release handle for secure handling and ease of movement underwater. The housing also features near-neutral buoyancy in fresh water, with actual buoyancy varying based on lens and port selection.

For the underwater photographer who demands the best in durability, functionality, and quality, the 50' Underwater Front Housing with Dry Lock Port Mount for the Nikon D500 DSLR camera is an unparalleled choice.