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Gates HC3 Underwater Video Housing
The Gates HC3 Underwater Video Housing began shipping on July 20th , 2006. This housing is compatible with the latest addition to Sony's HDV family of camcorders, the HC3 camcorder has been very popular, largely due to its price of $1499.00.
The Gates HC3 Underwater Video Housing features controls for On/OFF, Record, Standby, Zoom, Photo, an internal flip filter, and access to the "assign" button. The assign button can be set to control focus, exposure, or white balance shift.
The LCD screen is open and viewable from the back of the Gates HC3. This eliminates the need for an external monitor. Zoom control is accessed via the side of the LCD screen. This gives the user excellent control of this function. An optional carry handle is also available which will make general handling of the housing much easier.
The Gates HC3 is the perfect travel companion. It's small size allows the housing, lights and ports to all fit within a 1550 Pelican Case. Total weight of the system, including pelican case is under 30 lbs.
Gates Pak: With a purchase of any Gates Housing, at least one port and lights, you will also receive the Gates Pak Free. The Gates Pak includes a Pelican case (pre-packaged for easy access to all your components), spare o-ring kit, port polishing kit and Gates drying towel. The pak pictured to the right contains, the Gates HC3 housing, SWP25 Super Wide Port, FP25 Flat Port, diopter set and Green Force HID 50 video lights. The lights include two batteries and all mounting hardware.
Gates housings are used around the world by professionals and enthusiasts alike. When your profession or hobby demands nothing but the best, Don't take a chance.... Take a Gates!!!
Gates HC3 Underwater Video Housing
Price: $2125.00
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View a short video clip and read our quick review of this housing here.
HC3 Underwater Housing Specifications
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Controls (All Mechanical)
On/Off
Record
Standby
Zoom
Photo
Assign- Focus, Exposure, White Balance Shift
Internal Flip filter
Dimensions
7.5" D x 5.5" H x 9.8" W (15" w/handles)
19 cm L x 14 cm H x 25 cm W (38 cm w/handles)
Warranty
2 Years Renewable |
Optional Controls
White Balance
Construction
Machined Aluminum, Type III "Hard" Anodized finish. Stainless steel hardware.
Weight
Dry: 7.5 lbs / 3.5 kg
Weight in Water - Slightly negative
Depth Rating - 450 feet / 137 meters
Batteries- Accepts all batteries designed for the camera. |
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Camera Compatibility:
Canon XH A1 and XH G1
Controls: Power (Auto/Tv/Av/M),
Record/Standby,
Zoom,
Manual Focus,
Internal ‘Flip’ Color Filter,
Iris,
Auto / Manual Focus,
Exp Lock,
Custom Key 2 / WB Set,
Magnify / Peaking,
Neutral Density Filter,
Gain / WB Presets,
Shutter,
Custom Presets
Optional Controls: Flip-in Diopter
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Camera Compatibility:
Canon XL H1
Controls: Power On/Off,
Record/Standby,
Photo,
Zoom,
Auto / Manual Focus,
Internal "Flip" Color Correction, Filter,
Manual Focus,
Manual Iris,
Neutral Density Filter,
White Balance Mode/Set
Optional Controls: none
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Camera Compatibility:
Canon XL2
Controls: Power On/Off,
Record/Standby,
Photo,
Zoom,
Auto / Manual Focus,
External "Flip" Color Correction, Filter,
Manual Focus, Manual Iris,
Neutral Density Filter, White Balance Mode/Set.
Optional Controls: none
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Camera Compatibility:
Canon GL2/XV2/XM2
Controls: Power On/Off,
Record/Standby,
Photo,
Zoom,
Auto / Manual Focus, Card/Tape, Internal "Flip" Color, Correction Filter,
Manual Focus,
Manual Exposure,
Neutral Density Filter,
Exposure,
White Balance Mode / Set.
Optional Controls: none
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| Panasonic |
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Camera compatibility:
Panasonic HVX200
Controls: Power On/Off, Record/Standby, Auto / Manual Focus, Iris, Internal "Flip" Color Correction Filter, Neutral Density Filter, Zoom, Focus Assist, Manual Focus, Gain / WB Presets, AWB (White Bal. Set)
Optional Controls: User 1 and User 2 presets, Scene File, P2/Tape
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| Red One |
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Camera Compatibility: Red One Cinema Camera
Controls: TBD
Gates Underwater Products is currently designing an underwater video housing for the Red One Cinema camera. As details are made available, we will post them here. |
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| Sony |
| EX1 - Coming in June 2008 |
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Camera Compatibility: Sony PMW-EX1
Gates Underwater Products has announced a housing for the new Sony PMW-EX1. As details are made available, we will post them here. Want to be notified as soon as information is available? Send us an email at sales@marinevisions.com and we will add you to our mailing list. |
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Camera Compatibility: Sony HDR-FX7 and HVR-V1U
Controls: Power, Record/ Standby, Zoom, Manual Focus, Exposure/Iris Button, Exposure Dial, Push Auto Focus, ND Filter, Expanded Focus / A/M Focus Buttons, Picture Profile / Status Check, Menu Button / White Balance Buttons, Shutter Speed / Gain Buttons, Sel / Push Execute Roller, Assign Buttons (#2 and 3), Color Correction Filter, Macro (optional diopter).
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Camera Compatibility:
Sony HDR-HC5,
HDR-HC5 and HDR-HC9
Controls: On/Off, Record, Standby, Zoom, Photo, Assign- Focus, Exposure, White Balance Shift,
Internal Flip filter
Optional Controls: White Balance
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Camera Compatibility:
Sony HDR-FX1 and HVR-Z1U
Controls: Power On/Off,
Record/Standby,
Zoom,
Manual Focus,
Auto / Manual Focus,
Iris,
Internal "Flip" Color Correction Filter,
Neutral Density Filter,
White Balance Mode/Set
Optional Controls: Gain / WB Presets,
Shutter Speed,
Expanded Focus
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Camera Compatibility:
Sony HDR-HC3
Controls:On/Off,
Record,
Standby,
Zoom,
Photo,
Assign- Focus, Exposure, White Balance Shift,
Internal Flip filter
Optional Controls: White Balance
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Camera Compatibility:
Sony DCR-PC1000
Controls:Power On/Off,
Zoom,
Exposure On/Off,
Record/Standby,
Internal "Flip" Filter,
Photo,
White Balance,
A/M Focus,
Exposure Adjust,
Manual Focus
Optional Controls: Telemacro, Expanded Focus
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Ports
Carry Handle