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Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon D750

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Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon D750
Key Features
  • Depth Rating: 200'
  • Mechanical Controls
  • Interchangeable DL Lens Port System
  • Ships Without Required Lens Port
Capture brilliant images at depths as great as 200' with your Nikon D750 DSLR in Ikelite's 200DL Underwater Housing, which features the Dry Lock Port Mount and a vacuum valve. An Ikelite bulkhead with a manual hot shoe connection enables reliable electrical triggering of optional external strobes via sync cords. The use of an optional TTL hot shoe and the Nikon TTL Converter will allow for TTL operation with compatible Ikelite DS strobes; non-Ikelite strobes will still work in manual mode only.
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Ikelite 200DL Overview

Capture brilliant images at depths as great as 200' with your Nikon D750 DSLR in Ikelite's 200DL Underwater Housing, which features the Dry Lock Port Mount and a vacuum valve. An Ikelite bulkhead with a manual hot shoe connection enables reliable electrical triggering of optional external strobes via sync cords. The use of an optional TTL hot shoe and the Nikon TTL Converter will allow for TTL operation with compatible Ikelite DS strobes; non-Ikelite strobes will still work in manual mode only.

Ergonomic mechanical controls, including push-buttons, dials, and levers, afford access to all essential camera functions. Built for durability, the enclosure is made in the USA from a corrosion-resistant polycarbonate and ABS plastic blend. It is white on the front, top, sides, and bottom, but clear in the back to allow you to monitor the O-ring seal and maintain your view of the camera's rear controls. The supplied aluminum tray with a left-hand quick-release grip affords improved balance and handling, while offering an attachment point for an optional lighting arm.

This housing ships without a required lens port, and accepts various, interchangeable dome and flat ports for a broad array of lenses. For full compatibility details, see the port chart. The DL port system accommodates lenses with large diameters, and provides added security against leaks at the surface, thanks in large part to the included vacuum valve for checking watertight integrity before the dive. You'll need to pick up the required pump in order to remove excess air and actually create a vacuum.

Construction Details
  • Depth rating of 200'
  • Made by hand in the USA from a corrosion-resistant polycarbonate and ABS plastic blend
  • White on the front, top, sides, and bottom to reflect sunlight and keep the camera cool when shooting on or above the water's surface
  • Clear in the back to allow you to monitor the O-ring seal and maintain your view of the camera's rear controls
  • Housing alone has nearly neutral buoyancy in fresh water, though your choice of lens and port may change the overall buoyancy of the system
  • Open-groove design suspends the rear O-ring in the natural position, allowing for easier maintenance and preventing accidental twisting or stretching
  • Front-loading mounting plate enables quick camera installation, and does not need to be removed in order for you to gain battery or memory card access
  • Mounting plate has a 1/4"-20 threaded hole on the bottom for connection to an optional tripod
Strobe Connection and Operation
  • Use of an optional external strobe is highly recommended for color correction and adequate brightness, and basically essential once you descend deeper than 15-20' underwater
  • Strobe restores hues that are absorbed by the water, so your images are vibrant and accurate
  • Try to stay no more than 3-4' away from your subject to preserve natural colors in images
  • Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead connector with a manual hot shoe connection enables reliable electrical triggering of strobes
  • Optional #46064 NT2 Nikon TTL hot shoe and #4301.3 Nikon TTL Converter enable TTL operation with compatible Ikelite DS strobes, which use #4103.51 Single and #4103.52 Dual Sync Cords
  • Non-Ikelite strobes, such as those from Sea & Sea, INON, and Retra, will still work in manual mode only, and can be connected via #4118.1 Single and #4118.2 Dual Sync Cords
  • Older non-digital strobes can be used in manual mode via #4103.51 Single and #4103.52 Dual Cords
  • Housing ships without a required sync cord for a strobe
  • Bulkhead has been moved to the top of the enclosure to keep the cord out of your way and reduce strain on the ends
  • Ikelite's #4403 Optical Slave Converter and Aquatica's Water Wizard system are available options that will allow you to trigger wireless slave strobes
Controls and Handling
  • Sensitive, redesigned shutter and AF-On levers are curved and extendable, in order to increase comfort when using the optional right-hand grip
  • Large, soft-touch zoom knob is located next to the grip handle
  • Push-buttons have been modified to reduce weight and salt buildup
  • Ergonomic mechanical push-buttons, dials, and levers afford access to all camera functions except for the following: mode dial lock release, diopter adjustment control, focus mode selector, focus selector lock, PV, Fn, and BKT
  • Control symbols are laser-etched into the back of the housing, so they won't fade or fall off with time
  • Supereye Viewfinder enhances your view through the camera's OVF when you're wearing a mask
  • You can remove the Supereye quickly if you'd like to attach the optional Straight or 45° Magnified Viewfinder instead
  • Hard-anodized aluminum tray with a left-hand quick-release grip improves balance and handling, while offering an attachment point for an optional lighting arm
  • Optional right-hand grip can be added easily
  • 1/4"-20 mounts and other mounting points enable connection to a tripod and the addition of accessories
  • Tray is more than 3/4 lb lighter than Ikelite's previous model
  • Housing is 1/2 lb lighter than its FL-mount counterpart
  • Another 1/4"-20 threaded mount is located front and center on the housing above the port mount, allowing for the attachment of a focus light, GoPro action camera, or other lightweight piece of equipment
  • Optional Cable Grip or Aluminum Top Handle can be added for easier carrying if you're using 2 strobes
Lens Ports
  • Ships without a required lens port
  • Accepts all Ikelite Dry Lock (DL) dome and flat ports, allowing you to shoot with a wide variety of lenses
  • Zoom gears are available for many lenses
  • For complete compatibility details, see the port chart linked above
  • DL port system accommodates lenses with large diameters
  • Provides added security against leaks at the surface, thanks in large part to the included vacuum valve that helps you check watertight integrity before the dive
  • Removal of excess air to create a vacuum requires #47011 Pump with Gauge
  • DL mount can be removed and replaced by the older FL (Four Lock) port locks, though this change would be irreversible unless you sent the housing back to Ikelite to have the DL mount installed again
UPC: 883711052786

Ikelite 200DL Specs

Housing
Color
White
Camera Compatibility
Nikon D750
Lens Port
Lens Port Not Included
Mobile App Compatible
No
Control Type
Mechanical
Strobe I/O
1x Ikelite Output
Leak Alarm/Sensor
No
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant to 200' / 60 m (Unrated)
Battery
No
Mounting
Base: 2x 1/4"-20 Female Thread
Materials
Molded Plastic
Dimensions
9.2 x 7.2 x 6.6" / 23.4 x 18.3 x 16.8 cm
Weight
4.9 lb / 2.2 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
7.03 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.6 x 9.35 x 8.45"

Ikelite 200DL Reviews

Worth the investment!

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-12

Let me start with a simple summary, I love it, and it's worth the investment. I used it a lot for several years, but nowadays, I'm taking a break from underwater photography because I relocated, and I am still trying to find opportunities to apply this type of photography in the new area. Yes, it's heavy, but once you are in the water, this minor disadvantage becomes invisible, or better said, unnoticeable. When I did my first underwater photoshoot in the sea, I was scared, and the question, What if... was constantly creating new horrifying scenarios, like What if I didn't close it good enough, What if there is a tiny crack and the water gets inside, What if I'm not able to focus correctly None of this scenarios became true, lucky me, and it also proves good quality product. After several intense photo sessions, I noticed a small crack in the focus lever, so I contacted the support team. The communication was fast and productive; they sent me a replacement almost immediately and didn't charge me anything. Considering my location at that time (Cancun, MX) I was amazed at how fast I got the package with the new lever. I replaced it easily and never had issues after. Learning to focus underwater will take time, but all good takes time, right?! Mounting it all together usually took me 15-20 min as I double-checked every lock. I used it with Nikon D750 and 16-35 Nikkor lens. The quality of the photos is excellent, especially when the water is clear. Hopefully, I'll have a chance soon to enjoy more of underwater photography.

Awesome but extremely heavy

By Island Girl
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2018-05-16

This thing works amazingly well. It is extremely heavy and very difficult to assemble. Once you’re in the water, obviously the wait is not an issue but lugging it around it’s quite a chore especially with the large dome.

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