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As the international leader in innovative underwater housing technology, Nauticam is pleased to announce the latest release in its acclaimed line of precision crafted camera housings, the NA-D7100.
The NA-D7100 is designed specifically for the new Nikon D7100, and represents the latest level of development, engineering and ergonomics in underwater camera housings. The NA-D7100 builds on the heritage and success of Nauticam housings for Nikon D7000, D600 and D800. The very capable D7100 is Nikon's best DX format camera ever, and is an ideal camera for the serious enthusiast to the seasoned professional. Lens support is the widest in the industry, and Nauticam offers a huge range of supporting accessories.
[h=3]The NA-D7100 Housing[/h]Nauticam pioneered numerous engineering breakthroughs in previous housings that now come standard on the NA-D7100. The patented housing Locking Latch System has received acclaim worldwide for its ease and functionality. These recessed latches are equipped with safety locks, reduce bulk and require minimal physical effort to engage and release. Port changes have never been simpler than utilizing the Patented Nauticam Locking Port Release. No wrestling, no twisting, no misalignment - just seat and lock. Lens changes are also easily accomplished without removing the camera from the housing using the lens release button logically accessed on the housing front. The lightweight, rugged Nauticam handles are generously contoured with a durable over-mold process of comfortable non-slip rubber.
Nauticam housings are the finest, most ergonomic, most usable camera housings on the market today, and the NA-D7100 is a shining example of that. Every control is well thoughtout, every button, lever and switch considered not in terms of what is easier for the designer, but what is right for the shooter. One example is the patent pending Multi Controller Pad that is located within easy reach of the right thumb. The device virtually recreates the Nikon multi selector on the back of the NA-D7100 housing allowing full multidirectional use of this powerful tool, and no other manufacturer has it.
The Nikon D7100 Camera
Nikon declares the D7100 to be the current "DX format Flagship" and has designed the D7100 to take every advantage of the DX format. The D7100 is a major step up from the popular D7000, and should prove to be every bit as successful. The DX format is important for underwater shooters as it provides high quality/high performance shooting while being easier to shoot and less demanding in regard to lenses than full frame cameras.
Per Nikon's D7100 Press Release: Solidifying Nikons ongoing commitment to the DX-format D-SLR customer, the innovative D7100 provides new ways for photographers to capture their creative vision with incredible detail and precision, whether through still images or HD videos, said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. The D7100 blends the best creative features with advanced-level functionality to give the enthusiast exactly what they want and thats a great shooting experience before, during and after capture, from shooting to sharing.
Nikon D7100 Key Features (and notes for underwater shooters):
Examples of supported lenses for D7100:
A high resolution camera like the Nikon D7100 demands perfect focus for optimal results. Fortunately, Nauticam has developed the most user-friendly interchangeable precision viewfinders in the world. The standard optical glass viewfinder is very goodand travel friendly, but many photographers prefer the ease of a magnified viewfinder with adjustable diopter. Nauticam produces a straight 180º enlarging viewfinder and a 45º angled enlarging viewfinder to enhance the ease of close quarters work often associated with macro shooting. Both viewfinders have high quality optics allow viewing of the entire image. A patented external dioptric adjustment allows personal adjustment to a sharp-as-a-tack standard underwater and viewfinder changes can be executed in less than 30 seconds without using tools. Exceptional composition and focus accuracy have never been more accessible.
Accessories
Nauticams NA-DP4 housing for the Small HD DP4 Monitor can take video performance to another level by rendering the video image in a position more amenable to the shooter. The monitor housing easily mounts to the top of the NA-D7100 and utilizes the optional HDMI Bulkhead for true HDMI connectivity. Utilizing DP4 features like Focus Peaking, Focus Assist, False Color, 1:1 Mapping and more, this larger monitor vastly improves composition, focus capability and exposure.
Optional accessories available for the NA-D7100:
Specifications
Estimated Shipping Date: May 5, 2013
More information is available from Nauticam USA at:
http://www.nauticamusa.com
USA Dealer List:
http://www.nauticamusa.com/nauticam-dealers
[h=4]Contact Nauticam USA:[/h]Chris Parsons
Nauticam USA
2303 N. Andrews Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Phone: 954-489-8678
Web: http://www.nauticamusa.com
Email: innovation@nauticamusa.com
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The NA-D7100 is designed specifically for the new Nikon D7100, and represents the latest level of development, engineering and ergonomics in underwater camera housings. The NA-D7100 builds on the heritage and success of Nauticam housings for Nikon D7000, D600 and D800. The very capable D7100 is Nikon's best DX format camera ever, and is an ideal camera for the serious enthusiast to the seasoned professional. Lens support is the widest in the industry, and Nauticam offers a huge range of supporting accessories.
[h=3]The NA-D7100 Housing[/h]Nauticam pioneered numerous engineering breakthroughs in previous housings that now come standard on the NA-D7100. The patented housing Locking Latch System has received acclaim worldwide for its ease and functionality. These recessed latches are equipped with safety locks, reduce bulk and require minimal physical effort to engage and release. Port changes have never been simpler than utilizing the Patented Nauticam Locking Port Release. No wrestling, no twisting, no misalignment - just seat and lock. Lens changes are also easily accomplished without removing the camera from the housing using the lens release button logically accessed on the housing front. The lightweight, rugged Nauticam handles are generously contoured with a durable over-mold process of comfortable non-slip rubber.
Nauticam housings are the finest, most ergonomic, most usable camera housings on the market today, and the NA-D7100 is a shining example of that. Every control is well thoughtout, every button, lever and switch considered not in terms of what is easier for the designer, but what is right for the shooter. One example is the patent pending Multi Controller Pad that is located within easy reach of the right thumb. The device virtually recreates the Nikon multi selector on the back of the NA-D7100 housing allowing full multidirectional use of this powerful tool, and no other manufacturer has it.
The Nikon D7100 Camera
Nikon declares the D7100 to be the current "DX format Flagship" and has designed the D7100 to take every advantage of the DX format. The D7100 is a major step up from the popular D7000, and should prove to be every bit as successful. The DX format is important for underwater shooters as it provides high quality/high performance shooting while being easier to shoot and less demanding in regard to lenses than full frame cameras.
Per Nikon's D7100 Press Release: Solidifying Nikons ongoing commitment to the DX-format D-SLR customer, the innovative D7100 provides new ways for photographers to capture their creative vision with incredible detail and precision, whether through still images or HD videos, said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. The D7100 blends the best creative features with advanced-level functionality to give the enthusiast exactly what they want and thats a great shooting experience before, during and after capture, from shooting to sharing.
Nikon D7100 Key Features (and notes for underwater shooters):
- 24.1 Megapixel APS-C CMOS Sensor (excellent resolution)
- No optical low pass filter (even more resolution and sharpness)
- Still shooting at 6 fps, 7fps at 1.3 crop mode (for when the pod of dolphins shows up)
- ISO 100-25,600
- Nikon F-Mount with focus motor (support for lenses like the Tokina 10-17mm)
- 3.2" 1.2 mdot TFT-LCD (wide viewing angle, easy to see in bright sun)
- 12 white balance presets
- Custom and "spot" white balance (spot white balance will make it easier to get accurate WB underwater)
- 51 focus points, phase detect and contrast detect (faster, more accurate focus than D7000)
- 2 SD/SDHC/SDXC slots
- Built-in popup flash (can use fiber optic to get accurate TTL with Inon/Sea&Sea strobes)
- Up to 1/320th second flash sync (great for shooting high contrast scenes like sun-balls)
- Video with 1080p at 30fps, 1080i at 60fps, MPEG-4 or H.264 format (1080 30p, significant improvement over the D7000)
Examples of supported lenses for D7100:
- Nikon 60mm macro
- Nikon 105VR macro
- Nikon 10-24mm
- Tokina 10-17mm fisheye zoom
- Tokina 10-17mm fisheye zoom with Kenko 1.4x TC
- Sigma 17-70mm
- Sigma 15mm fisheye
- Nikon 10.5mm fisheye
- Nikon 18-55mm
- Nikon 24-85mm
- Nikon 12-24mm
- Nikon 16mm fisheye
- Sigma 8-16mm
- and more....
A high resolution camera like the Nikon D7100 demands perfect focus for optimal results. Fortunately, Nauticam has developed the most user-friendly interchangeable precision viewfinders in the world. The standard optical glass viewfinder is very goodand travel friendly, but many photographers prefer the ease of a magnified viewfinder with adjustable diopter. Nauticam produces a straight 180º enlarging viewfinder and a 45º angled enlarging viewfinder to enhance the ease of close quarters work often associated with macro shooting. Both viewfinders have high quality optics allow viewing of the entire image. A patented external dioptric adjustment allows personal adjustment to a sharp-as-a-tack standard underwater and viewfinder changes can be executed in less than 30 seconds without using tools. Exceptional composition and focus accuracy have never been more accessible.
Accessories
Nauticams NA-DP4 housing for the Small HD DP4 Monitor can take video performance to another level by rendering the video image in a position more amenable to the shooter. The monitor housing easily mounts to the top of the NA-D7100 and utilizes the optional HDMI Bulkhead for true HDMI connectivity. Utilizing DP4 features like Focus Peaking, Focus Assist, False Color, 1:1 Mapping and more, this larger monitor vastly improves composition, focus capability and exposure.
Optional accessories available for the NA-D7100:
- 180º Enhancing Viewfinder
- 45º Enhanching Viewfinder
- Complete line of ports for all major lenses
- Locking port extension rings from 10mm to 70mm
- Monitor Housing for SmallHD DP4 Monitor
- Fiber optic cables for Inon and Sea&Sea
- Full line of mounting accessories for lighting, including mount balls, strobe adapters, arms, clamps, and specialty items
- Multiple styles of lanyards
- Lens holders, including flip-up
- Focus and Zoom gears for many Nikon, Tokina, and Sigma lenses
- Port Adapters for Aquatica, Ikelite, Inon, Nexus M5 & M6, Sea & Sea NX, Seacam, Subal Version 3 & 4, and Zillion
- Handle accessories including smaller handles, handle extensions for cold water diving
Specifications
- Depth Rating: 100m
- Weight: 3.3kg
- Dimensions (with handles mounted): 350mm x 190mm x 135mm
Estimated Shipping Date: May 5, 2013
More information is available from Nauticam USA at:
http://www.nauticamusa.com
USA Dealer List:
http://www.nauticamusa.com/nauticam-dealers
[h=4]Contact Nauticam USA:[/h]Chris Parsons
Nauticam USA
2303 N. Andrews Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Phone: 954-489-8678
Web: http://www.nauticamusa.com
Email: innovation@nauticamusa.com
More...
