The Sealife DC1400 Pro Duo Set is a camera, light and flash kit enabling you to capture beautiful still images and HD video--underwater. Consisting of a DC1400 Digital Underwater Camera, an SL980 Photo / Video Light, an SL961 Digital Pro Flash and an SL944 Deluxe Soft Case, this is a great package to get you started in the world of underwater photography.
The Sealife DC1400 Underwater Digital Camera is a true amphibian of a camera, working both on-land and beneath the surface. The camera comes inside a rubber overmolded polycarbonate waterproof housing, from which it can be removed for use on-land. Rubber armored and shock-resistant for rough handling and tough environments, the DC1400 boasts a depth rating of 200' (60 m). O-ring lubrication is not required. The camera features a 14 megapixel CCD sensor equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a technology that reduces camera shake caused by hand movement. Select from 6 underwater color modes that give you sharp, colorful photos and HD video under any conditions. There are even 4 built-in digital color correction filters, which help restore colors that tend to get lost beneath the surface.
The 26 mm wide angle lens lets you get closer to your subject and still fit everything in-frame. Enjoy Super Macro Auto focus from 1.0" (2.5 cm) to infinity. You get a grand total of 25x zoom, with 5x optical and 5x digital. The large 3.0" (7.6 cm) LCD screen allows for easy on-camera viewing.
You'll find the controls convenient and easy to use: 5 widespread "piano key" style controls are easily accessible underwater with or without gloves. A large shutter button is also present, as is a fingertip-control lever enabling you to scroll through menus or zoom in and out without releasing your grip from the camera. The simple on screen guide takes the guess work out of setting up your camera. Let the DC1400 do the heavy lifting for you, so all you have to focus on is getting that great shot.
Record continuous High Definition video with sound. Take advantage of Manual shutter and aperture control in Ext Flash mode. Manual White Balance control is available via a short-cut key for fast and easy setting. In Spy mode, the camera automatically shoots continuous pictures at set time intervals. Choose from 27 Land Scene modes, which easily pre-set the camera with the optimal settings for the given scene.
The camera runs on a rechargeable lithium battery.
The powerful 500 lumen SL980 Photo / Video Light is equally effective for both still image capture and HD video recording. It contains three 3 W Cree XP-G R5 LEDs. One button powers the light on or off and selects light modes, making for extremely easy, user-friendly operation. A quick-release detachable head is ideal for aiming into dark areas and discovering hidden sea creatures!
Take advantage of Flash Cancellation mode and enjoy the luxury of zero hot spots. Depth-tested to 300' (91.4 m), this light can go even deeper beneath the surface than your camera. Choose from a variety of different customized light mode settings. The coiled safety lanyard ensures that you don't lose the light when it's disconnected from its arm, and the rubber hood provides added shock protection against drops and rough handling. The light also includes both standard and extended mounting knobs for attaching 2 lighting accessories.
The SL961 Digital Pro Flash is a universal flash for all Sealife digital cameras and cameras with up to 4 pre-flashes from other manufacturers. This strobe helps to restore colors that get lost underwater due to the blue filtering effect of the sea--particularly red and yellow hues. With the SL961, the intense colors of coral and fish "explode" with beauty and richness.
The flash's Auto Mode setting adjusts flash brightness for optimal image exposure, while variable power adjustment lets you manually fine-tune brightness for image exposure and desired effect. There are also 5 pre-flash cancellation settings. Boasting a depth rating of 200' (60 m), the Digital Pro Flash will give you about 100 flashes with 4 AA batteries (not included). The effective range is 2.0 - 8.0' (0.6 to 2.4 m). A flexible, rubberized arm allows for easy aiming and sure grip. A flash link optical cable connection (SL962) is included, as is a standard mounting knob. An extended mounting knob for attaching 2 lighting accessories is optional (sold separately.)
The SL944 Deluxe is a soft travel case that offers a simple and convenient transport option for your camera, light and flash.
The sea is waiting to be discovered...so, what are you waiting for?
| Underwater Capabilities | |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Land camera inside of waterproof housing |
| Construction |
Rubber overmolded polycarbonate housing 304-316 series marine grade stainless steel metal hardware |
| Depth Rating | 200' (60 m) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | No, snap-on ring designed exclusively for included lens - not threaded, does not accept standard lenses |
| Port | Optical glass lens port with anti-reflective coating |
| LCD | Optical grade polycarbonate window |
| Buoyancy | Positive |
| Controls | Control buttons for Power, Shutter, Zoom, Mode (video or still image), Playback, Focus, Flash and Menu |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 14 MP CCD (1/2.33") |
| Effective Resolution | 14 million pixels |
| Image Resolution |
4288 x 3216 (14 MP) 3264 x 2448 (8 MP) 2304 x 1728 (4 MP) 1600 x 1200(2 MP) 640 x 480 (VGA) |
| Color Depth | 24-bit color (RGB) |
| Image File Formats | JPEG |
| Video Mode |
AVI (Motion JPEG): HD 720p @ 30 fps 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens | Optical zoom lens |
| Optical Zoom | 5X |
| Focal Length | 4.7 - 23.5 mm (26 - 130 mm equivalent) |
| Digital Zoom | 5X |
| Playback Zoom | 4X |
| Filter Size | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | Auto focus |
| Focus Modes | Auto, AF Tracking, Face Detection, Macro, Super Macro, Infinity |
| Focusing Range |
Normal focus/no zoom: 6.0" (15cm) to infinity Normal focus/5X zoom: 24" (60 cm) to infinity Macro focus: 2.0" (5.0 cm) to infinity Super Macro focus: 1.0" (2.5 cm) to infinity |
| Shooting Angle |
Horizontal field of view / No zoom: Land: 68° Underwater: 51° |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | ISO: Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 |
| Exposure Modes |
6 Underwater modes: Dive mode with UW color correction Snorkel mode with UW color correction Ext Flash Auto mode for automatic exposure settings when using one or two external flash(es) Ext Light Mode for automatic exposure settings when using one or two external photo-video light(s) Ext Flash + Light mode - for automatic exposure settings when using external flash and photo-video light combination Ext Flash Manual mode for manual aperture and shutter speed exposure controls when using one or two external flash accessories 27 Land modes: Program AE, Auto, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Intelligent Scene, Sports, Smile Detection, Anti-Shake, Panorama, Skin Soften, De-Blemish, Portrait Man, Portrait Lady, Landscape, Sport, Night Portrait, Night Scene, Candlelight, Fireworks, Text, Sunset, Sunrise, Splash Water, Flow water, Snow, Beach, Pets and Natural Green |
| Exposure/Brightness Adjustment | Auto, Manual (-2 - +2 EV in 1/3 steps) or Ext Flash Manual |
| Shooting Modes | SPY mode, Single shot, Continuous (3 pics), Continuous Flash, AEB (bracketing), Album Shot, Burst, Pre-Shot, Couple Shot, Burst 30 fps |
| Aperture | f/2.8(W) - f/7.9(T) |
| Shutter | Mechanical shutter: 1 to 1/2000 second |
| White Balance |
Land: Auto, Manual, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent 1, Fluorescent 2 Underwater: Ext Flash WB, Blue water less than 25' (8.0 m), Blue water deeper than 25' (8.0 m), Green water less than 25' (8.0 m), Green water deeper than 25' (8.0 m) |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Auto, Force on, off, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync, Pre flash |
| Recycle Time | As fast as 0.3 seconds (Ext Flash mode, flash on, landscape focus) |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| LCD Display | 3" color LTPS TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder | No |
| Memory & Power | |
|---|---|
| Internal Memory | 20 MB |
| Memory Card |
SD or SDHC cards up to 32 GB 16 GB Class6 SDHC recommended |
| Read/Write Speed | 3.0 MB/s |
| Power Source |
Lithium rechargeable: 3.7 V, 700 mAh Battery life: 200+ pictures, 2+ hours video, 2-tank dive per charge |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Self Timer | Self Portrait, 2 second, 10 second delay, and 10+2 second (2 pictures) |
| Certification | CE, ROHS, FCC |
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Interface | USB 2.0 connector, AV connector, USB AC power adapter |
| Video Out | NTSC / PAL |
| Audio Out | Mono, 1x speaker |
| EXIF Format | EXIF 2.2 |
| System Requirements |
PC: Windows XP, Vista, 7 MAC: OS 10.4 and up |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Tripod Mount | Standard 1/4-20 tripod threads |
| Color | Black |
| Operating Temperature | Housing: 33 - 110° F (0.6 - 43.3 ° C) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 - 140° F (-28.9 - 60° C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
Camera: 3.8 x 2.4 x 0.8" (9.7 x 6.1 x 2.0 cm) Housing: 5.3 x 3.7 x 2.8" (13.5 x 9.4 x 7.1 cm) |
| Weight |
Camera: 4.7 oz (0.1 kg) with battery and SD card Housing: 13 oz (0.4 kg) Housing and inner camera: 1.1 lb (0.5 kg) |
| Lights | |
|---|---|
| Light Source | 3x 3W Cree XP-G R5 LEDs |
| Light Output | 500 Lumens |
| Controls | 1 button powers on / off and selects light modes |
| Modes |
Flash Cancellation ON or OFF: Light dims for 2.0 sec when detecting external flash Light Power Levels: Single power (100%), 3 power (100%→50%→25%) or 3 power plus signal (100%→50%→25%→Blinking→SOS) Power Overdrive: Increase light power to 600 lumens for 2 min |
| Depth Rating | 300' (91.4 m) |
| Effective Range |
Video 2.0 - 3.0' (0.6 - 0.9 m) Photo 1.0 - 2.0' (0.3 - 0.6 m) |
| Color Temperature | 6500 K |
| Power Source | 4x AA batteries (not included) |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Type | Strobe |
| Modes |
Auto Mode - adjusts brightness Variable power adjustment - manually fine-tune brightness 5 pre-flash cancellation settings |
| Depth Rating | 200' (60 m) |
| Effective Range | 2.0 - 8.0' (0.6 - 2.4 m) |
| Power Source | 4x AA batteries (not included) |
| Number of Flashes | Approx. 100 flashes with 4 AA batteries |
| Case | |
|---|---|
| Closure | Zipper |
| Carrying/Transport Options | Shoulder strap |
| Dimensions | Not specified by manufacturer |
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This was my first scuba diving trip. I ordered this camera because it seemed easy to use for a new diver. It is awesome! Even the experienced divers on the trip were amazed by the great pictures that it took. Even better than some of the more expensive cameras. I was the envy of the trip.
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