Ikelite Compact Housing for Sony A6500 Ikelite

Ikelite Compact DSLR Housing for Sony A6500

Camera, lens, port, are not included; shown for illustrative purposes only.  Port is required.

The camera’s large, super-bright LCD screen is viewable edge-to-edge through the back of the housing.

Whenever possible, controls are located in the same configuration as on the camera to replicate the muscle memory and familiarity you’ve developed with your camera on the surface. Control symbols laser engraved into the back of the housing will never peel off or fade even with years of use. The camera’s large, super-bright LCD screen is viewable edge-to-edge through the back of the housing.

The front-loading camera mounting system makes installation and removal a breeze. The camera mounting plate allows ready access to the battery and memory card, and features a standard 1/4-20 mounting point for attachment to a tripod topside.

Two fiber optic ports are built into the front of the housing provide an attachment point for fiber optic cords from most major manufacturers. Use of a fiber optic connector requires the camera’s built-in flash to fire, reducing battery life and bypassing the TTL functionality of the housing.

An integrated TTL circuit is fine-tuned to the Sony Alpha a6500 flash exposure protocol for the most accurate exposure possible. The circuit is powered by the strobe for zero maintenance and no batteries to change. Exposure compensation in TTL mode is supported using the camera’s built-in control. At this time, only Ikelite DS strobes are capable of powering the circuitry. SEA&SEA, INON, and Nikonos strobes will still enjoy fast recycle times and improved battery life, but must be used in manual exposure modes only.

Two 1/4-20 threaded mounting points are included on the bottom of the housing for the attachment of a tray and handle system. Handles provide improved ergonomics underwater and are the foundation for your lighting mounts.

It couldn’t be more simple to change ports than this system—just press the port on and tighten three thumb screws. Feel positive reinforcement that the port is secure with simple parts you can trust in a remote location.

Visible in the image above, on the right side of the housing, Ikelite has included a spare 1/2-20 threaded accessory port.  This provides for easy installation of the optional Vacuum Kit, Ikelite number 47012.

This housing accepts a variety of ports to accommodate all of the most popular zoom, macro, and wide angle lenses. brand new ABS-PC blend provides strength and corrosion free performance year with minimal maintenance. The specially formulated color deflects the sun to keep your camera running cooler, longer.

What’s Included

• Housing
• Housing back o-ring #0110
• Housing front o-ring #0132.36
• Waterproof bulkhead cap #9104.5
• Lubricant #0184.1
• 1 year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• 200 ft (60m) depth rating
• Controls for all important camera functions
• Ikelite flash bulkhead connector with built-in TTL circuitry
• Two 1/4-20 threaded tray mounts with 3-inch (76mm) spacing
• Ikelite bulkhead connector with built-in TTL circuitry
• Slightly negative buoyancy in fresh water
• Actual buoyancy varies depending on choice of lens and port
• Weight 3.1 pounds (1430 g) not including port
• Dimensions 6.3 x 7.5 x 5.2 in (160 x 191 x 132 mm) including projections
• ABS-PC, acrylic, and acetyl construction