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AOI Q1 Underwater Ultra Compact Strobe UCS-Q1 (2027 Edition) - Black
The AOI UCS-Q1-BLK Underwater Ultra Compact Strobe Q1 (2027 Edition) is a compact black underwater strobe featuring the new Auto Mode with onboard flash emulation for cameras with a built-in flash. It also offers seven manual power levels, a Guide Number of 22 and a 700 lumen LED focus light.
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The AOI UCS-Q1-BLK Underwater Ultra Compact Strobe Q1 (2027 Edition) is a compact black underwater strobe with Auto Mode, manual flash control and fibre optic triggering.
AOI UCS-Q1-BLK Underwater Ultra Compact Strobe Q1 2027 Edition
The AOI UCS-Q1-BLK uses onboard flash emulation for automatic exposure with cameras that have a built-in flash. It keeps the same compact body and core specifications as the Q1 platform.
Manual flash control remains available with seven output steps. The black body has a depth rating of 60 m (≈197 ft) and uses a fixed 1" ball mount.
Key specifications
- Model number: AOI UCS-Q1-BLK
- Main body colour: Black
- Guide Number: GN 22
- Depth rating: 60 m (≈197 ft)
- Flash modes: Auto Mode and Manual Mode
- Manual power: 1/64, 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and Full
- LED focus light: 700 lumen
- Beam angle with diffuser: 85° horizontal and 85° vertical
- Power: 2x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, not included
Product advantages
The updated Auto Mode copies the camera’s onboard flash for automatic exposure. Fine adjustment is available for different camera brands.
The UCS-Q1-BLK also supports full manual output control. Existing Q1 diffusers, O-ring sets and compatible accessories remain usable.
Compatibility and in-the-box contents
The strobe is triggered by fibre optic cable and is made for cameras with a built-in auto flash. Batteries are not included.
In the box:
- Strobe diffuser SD-01
- Control knob extension CKE-01
- Spare O-ring set SOR-01
- O-ring remover ORR-02
- Battery storage case BSC-18650-2
- Silicone grease 1.5 g (≈0.05 oz)
Full specifications table
| Model | AOI UCS-Q1-BLK |
|---|---|
| Colour | Black |
| Material | Polycarbonate and glass fibre |
| Depth rating | 60 m (≈197 ft) |
| Guide Number | GN 22 |
| Colour temperature | 5600K, 5000K with diffuser |
| Recycle time | 0.85 seconds at full power |
| Number of flashes | 1400 flashes at full power with 3500 mAh batteries |
| Dimensions | 125 x 77 x 131 mm (≈4.9 x 3.0 x 5.2") |
| Weight on land | Approx. 530 g (≈1.17 lb) |
| Weight underwater | Approx. 80 g (≈0.18 lb) |
Setup and maintenance
Inspect the battery compartment and O-rings before diving. Rinse the strobe in fresh water after use and let all controls dry before storage.
| Manufacturer | AOI |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Importer | Manufacturer: AOI LTD., Unit 2, 20/F, Block E, Wah Lok Industrial Centre, 31-35 Shan Mei Street, Shatin, Hong Kong, [email protected] | Importer: UWCameraStore. com, Neon 25, 4751 XA, Oud Gastel, Nederland, [email protected] |
| Max. depth | 60 meters |
| Flash mode | Manual, TTL |
| Beam Angle | 85° |
