Ikelite 50DL Housing Nikon D500 #73005

The D500 slides into the form fitting housing using a simple tripod-style attachment. Controls are provided for all important camera functions and positioned intuitively to take advantage of the muscle memory you develop when using the camera on the surface. A unique universal gearing system puts zoom or focus at the tip of your finger with a brand new soft-touch, 5-lobed knob. The new white ABS-PC blend is specially formulated for added strength and durability. Compared to black, colored, or clear alternatives, the white shell keeps the camera running cooler, longer in hot, sunny climates.

This housing features the new DL (Dry lock Port system). It  adds security at the surface of the water and accommodates large diameter lenses. Ikelite also offers a 200 feet / 60 meter version and if you are not quite ready for the DL port system a version with the traditional four port locks. 

Alternative versions:

• 200DL underwaterhousing (Dry lock system 15m / 50 feet
• 200FL underwaterhousing (Four port lock system 60m / 200 feet 

AF-ON lever
Take full advantage of the camera's superb autofocus system and fast continuous frame rate by using AF-ON to lock focus. A convenient lever on the side of the housing feels so natural that we promise you'll never think about half-pressing the shutter again.

All clear back so you can always see the o-ring
O-ring channels trap dirt and debris, and cause the o-ring to twist and deform in various ways. Ikelite's unique groove-less design is the most user friendly and reliable sealing method currently available. For added assurance, the all-clear back allows you to see the o-ring form a solid, black line once the housing is sealed.

This D500 housing is equipped with a manual flash hot shoe and Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead. The hot shoe and bulkhead are user changeable for in-field modifications and serviceability.

An optional TTL hot shoe and Nikon TTL Converter provide industry leading accuracy in exposure when combined with a compatible Ikelite DS strobe.

The flash system is almost endlessly expandable with lots of options for remote units triggered by extension cords, optical slaves, Pocket Wizards, and more. It's time to get creative with your lighting and think way beyond the classic two-strobe set-up.

NEW Dry Lock port mount
Building off of our popular port system for compact mirrorless cameras, we have re-designed and refined the concept and it's ready for the big leagues. Key features include:

• A unique exterior o-ring which prevents water from dripping onto your camera when the port is removed;
• Solid, sure-stop press fit with no threading, turning, or twisting of the ports or extensions;
• Built for reliability in remote locations with standard locking thumbscrews and no complex moving parts;
• Accommodates large diameter lenses with ease;
• A new compact 8" dome port provides the optical quality of a large dome with the size of a much smaller dome
• Plus the new featherweight full 8" dome is less than half the weight of its predecessor

Main features of the Ikelite 50DL housing for the Nikon D500

• 200' (60m) front; Back is interchangeable with optional 200' back (sold separately)
• Supremely functional for maximum creative control—access is provided for all important camera functions
• The NEW (DL) Port System gives added security at the surface of the water and accommodates large diameter lenses
• Extra-large, soft touch zoom knob; Zoom is accessible for many lenses using our unique universal zoom gear system
• Vacuum valve included (pump sold separately)
• Included Ikelite ICS-5 bulkhead connector with manual hotshoe for reliable electrical triggering of underwater strobes
• Optional TTL accessories provides automatic exposure with compatible Ikelite DS strobes
• Control symbols are laser etched into the back and will never fade or rub off
• Quick install camera mount plate does not need to be removed for battery or memory card access
• One spare 1/2-20 threaded accessory port locations on the front of the housing for the addition of optional accessories
• Includes a balanced aluminum base with left-hand quick release handle; Right-hand handle sold separately
• ABS-PC and Lexan construction is fundamentally corrosion-resistant

Controls:

• Shutter-release button
• Power switch
• Movie-record button
• Sub-command dial
• Exposure compensation (+/-) button
• ISO button
• MODE button
• WB button
• Metering button
• BKT button
• Lens release button
• AF-ON button
• Main command dial
• Multi selector
• Info button
• Live view selector
• Lv button
• Playback button
• MENU button
• OK button

Strobe options: The Ikelite housing offers multiple strobe options from TTL to remote triggering.