The Sea & Sea DX-2G Underwater Digital Camera Islander Kit w/ Sea Arm VII Compact features the DX-2G camera. This is actually a kit that includes a Sea & Sea housing that is rated to a depth of 180' (55m), along with the Sea & Sea DX-2G camera. Since this camera has a shutter lag time of only 0.1 sec, it is well suited for underwater use. Of course, the camera is also ideal for snorkeling, surfing, skiing, fishing, sailing, or even certain industrial situations.
The camera features a large 2.7" TFT liquid crystal monitor. This makes framing underwater easy and fun. Since the camera has manual as well as program exposure modes, you have complete control of balancing the available light to strobe light. The large buffer allows you to shoot 5 consecutive images with a 3 sec write time in raw mode. These features, along with exceptional macro capability of a 1/2", make the DX-2G functionality and performance close to an SLR without the bulk, hassle and weight.
The kit includes one Sea & Sea YS-02 strobe that can be used for wide angle or macro photography. With its circular beam angle of 100 x 100° and a guide number of up to 20, it is the perfect strobe for the DX-2G. Manual exposure control, with this strobe is easy, since it has a ten-level power dial located on the back. The YS-02 is powered by 4 AA batteries. You can get up to 330 flashes at full power with NiMH batteries. With NiMH batteries you will get a blazing fast 1.9 second recycle time so you will not miss all the action on the reef. It is best to connect the strobe to the housing with the included fiber optic cable.
The Sea & Sea Sea Arm VII Compact is constructed of fiberglass-reinforced plastic resin offering a lightweight yet strong arm. With the included camera base, head adapter, double ball section medium, and 2 ball clamps this is a versatile arm for all your lighting needs.
The included Sea & Sea Wide Angle Conversion Lens will increase the field of view to the equivalent of a 16mm lens on a 35mm camera. This allows you to get closer to large subjects. When you are closer to your subject, there is less water between your lens and subject; this increases contrast and color saturation. This lens can be added or removed underwater. You can use the included lens caddy to store the lens when not in use underwater. This kit includes everything you need to nurture your creativity and allow expansion of your underwater photography skills.