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Ikelite has unveiled its housing for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II—the first housing for the Japanese comany’s second-generation pro-level full-frame mirrorless camera. Canon gave the four-year-old R5 a major overhaul: The R5II sports a new back-illuminated, stacked 45-megapixel sensor with much faster readout speeds, allowing the camera to shoot full-resolution RAW images (with AF) at 30fps using its electronic shutter with less rolling shutter than previously. The R5II can also now record 8K/60p RAW video internally.

Ikelite’s housing aims to allow hybrid shooters to get the most out of the R5 Mark II. Signature features include ABS-PC body with transparent back, Dry Lock (DL) port system, and oversized control levers for shutter release and autofocus. The Ikelite bulkhead allows you to trigger strobes manually out of the box, and you have the option of adding the DL5 DS Link TTL Converter for TTL automatic strobe exposure with on-the-fly manual/TTL switching. You can also add Ikelite’s USB Charging and Data Transfer Bulkhead, so you never have to take the camera out of the housing.

Available from retailers such as Backscatter, Ikelite’s Canon EOS R5 Mark II housing is priced at $1,995.
 

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

SKU: 71765

200DL Underwater Housing for Canon EOS R5 II Mirrorless Digital Camera
A full featured and durable waterproof housing for Canon EOS R5 II full-frame mirrorless digital cameras. Suitable for scuba, snorkel, surf, pool, and any application in or around the water.

$ 1,995.00

The housing provides full creative control over the camera. A dual-action lens release control makes it easy to use either EF or RF series lenses. Our custom ABS-PC blend is lighter than aluminum yet strong enough for almost anything you want to throw at it.

View the DL Port Chart for Canon RF-Mount (PDF)

• Controls: Controls are provided for everything except Depth of field preview button, Multi-function lock button, Multi-controller (can be pushed in for use as a user programmable button), MODE button (re-assign Mode function to Bulb button when for use inside of the housing)
• Strobe Connector: Ikelite Bulkhead with Manual Hotshoe
• Port Mount: DL (Dry Lock)
• Accessory Port: (2) M16 Thread
• Depth Rating: 200 feet (60 meters)
• Weight: 5.4 lb
• Dimensions: 8.75 x 6.875 x 6.5" (220 x 175 x 165 mm)
• Rear O-Ring: 0132.59
• Front O-Ring: 0132.45

Pre-Dive Checks

There is no greater assurance than being able to see your camera and o-ring seal through the back of the housing. Our signature open-groove design suspends the rear o-ring in a natural position that is easier to maintain and more reliable than forcing the o-ring into a channel. Once the housing is closed you can see the o-ring form a solid, waterproof seal.

We recommend using a pump with gauge to pull a vacuum on the housing and check for leaks prior to entering the water.

Construction

Our specially formulated ABS-PC blend housing is highly durable yet significantly lighter than aluminum. The light color keeps your camera cooler when shooting in warm, sunny environments.

Lens Support

Ikelite lens ports are the lightest on the market, yet robust and capable of standing up to rough surf.

We support a wide variety of lenses. Most popular zoom lenses and select focus rings can be engaged using simple gearing that puts adjustment right at your fingertips. Zoom and focus gears differ depending on which lens you are using.

Lens ports and zoom gears sold separately. Refer to the appropriate port chart for compatibility information.

Wi-Fi Transfer

Use the camera's built-in Wi-Fi feature to download photos to another device without removing the camera from the housing. The Wi-Fi feature is only usable above water within close proximity to the connected device.

Compatibility

Unless otherwise noted, this housing does not accommodate the use of add-on grips, battery grips, eyepieces, LCD covers, or other accessories.

Differences in lens and control placement prevent other camera models from being used in or adapted to this housing. We are not aware of any other models which may be used in or adapted to this housing.

In the Box

• Housing
• Rear O-ring # 0132.59 (installed)
• Front O-ring # 0132.45 (installed)
• Zoom Gear Retainer # 75900 (installed)
• Port Hole Cover # 0200.92 (installed)
• Waterproof Bulkhead Cap # 9104.7 (installed)
• Base with Left-Hand Quick Release Handle # 4077.67 (installed)
• Tool for Zoom Gear Retainer # 0945.06
• .050" Hex Key # 0945.11
• Silicone Lubricant 1cc tube