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Hi, This is my first post and as such I am sure many things here have been said here before. Please forgive and excuse me if I am being repetitive. I have started diving after 15 years, did a Maldives trip and I was hooked again. I am very comfortable underwater, been around water all my life, never felt unsafe under. I got my advanced underwater and enriched while in Maldives and did about 10 dives. I probably had 100 dives when I was diving 15 years ago. I used a gopro camera during these dives with the filters and dive housing and a constant light source, and while the video was good the pictures were terrible. I am a pretty good photographer, have a nikon 7200 with lots of wide angle, fisheye and macro lenses, as well as a d750 and sony a 7 ii. Now I want to get the kinds of shots I can get above the water underwater, but I feel crazy spending the amounts of money I need to spend with this much experience. I am committed, and I have the means, but is it just crazy for a guy with almost 0 underwater photography experience to start of with ikelite d7200 housing, 2 ds160 strobes and all the extras. I felt good with strong currents on my dives, but doing challenging dives with so much equipment seems a bit crazy. Is this as hard as it looks? Is it crazy to spend all this money so early? I am reading and learned everything in theory but practice is not the same and I am wondering if I should wait around. I just know a point and shoot underwater kit will not satisfy me artistically. All comments from anyone who went through the same process is welcome. Thanks.

Mulitple Ikelite items - used less than 20 times - haven't used x 2 years. Shipping is in parenthesis, Continental USA only 1. Ikelite housing: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, 5DS, 5DS R DSLR Underwater TTL Housing by Ikelite 6871.03: $1100.00 (shipping $45) Item barely used, literally just 20 dives (if that). I just don't use it (and need the money . This has TTL, worked great. It can fit a canon 5d mark iii, 5ds and a 5dsr. Please note, this is the version of the housing built specifically for the 5d mark iii (6871.03, not the 6871.04 - not sure if that makes a difference, although it might when using 5ds or 5dsr with ttl? it was built before those models came out.) There are no scratches, and comes with everything you see. 2. DS160 Strobe x 2, 3 batteries (li-ion), dual splitter cable, one arm: $1100.00 (shipping $65.00) These strobes have not been used much at all, less than 20 dives. They are in excellent condition, comes with everything in the photos: 2 x Ikelite ds 160 strobes - diffusers and ball mount (cost new $799 each with 1 battery) - please note, there are 2 diffusers, one for each strobe, although in the main picture I forgot to put the 2nd in - it is in the individual images 3 x Ikelite batteries for ds 160 strobes, li-ion type - comes with 2 chargers (2 batteries came with strobes, I paid $250 for addition battery). Arm and clamp system as shown in pictures (1 currently, you will need a second). Sync cables: 1 x single and 1 x dual/split (joins the two strobes to one port on the housing). (splitter cable $160.00) 3. Modular 8 inch Dome for DLM and FL Systems, Product Number 5510.45: $200.00 (shipping $35) This item is in good condition. It was used less than 20 times. I just don't use it anymore. There are about 3 or 4 very minor scratches that have never affected the images taken due to diffraction of light in water - this is an acrylic dome, and therefore can be buffed out if you want. 4. Modular Flat Front for FL Systems (2 available) Product Number 5510.35: $100.00 (shipping $20) 5. FL Extension for Lenses Up To 4.25 Inches: Product Number 5510.24: $80.00 (shipping $15) 6. FL Extension for Lenses Up To 5.1 Inches: Product Number 5510.28: $110.00 (shipping $15) I have pictures of all these items, I would be happy to email them to you (they are apparently too large to upload here. These items are listed on Ebay as well, so they may go that way as well...

Strobes barely used for stills in an indoor pool environment. Mainly shot video with my system. Two (2) Sea & Sea YS-D1 DS-TTL Strobes (699.95 ea.)................................................699.95 Two (2) Sea & Sea Fiber Optic Cables II M/2 Medium 18" (85.00 ea)............................. 85.00 Four (4) StiX 9" Strobe Arms w/3.5 Large floats (50.00 ea)..............................................100.00 Six (6) Nauticam Standard Clamps (32.00 ea)................................................................ 96.00 One (1) Nauticam Reflective Prism for Flash trigger (for NA-5DMKIII/NA-1DX) (20.00)... 10.00 $900 or best offer! Free shipping with the US.

AQUATICA 5D MKII UNDERWATER HOUSING WITH SEA & SEA YS250 PRO STROBES - Everything is in excellent condition! I am not selling anything separate, this sale comes as a PACKAGE. Here is a list of everything included - Please note DOME PORT NOT INCLUDED! 1 x Aquatica for Canon 5D MKII 1 x 100mm macro gear 1 x AF/MF Macro Port (Aquatica) 1 x Extension Ring; 28.5mm / 1.12 2 x Sea & Sea YS-250 PRO TTL Strobes inc 2 batteries and 2 chargers 2 x 5-Pin Dual Sync Cord (N Type) 2 x Ball Adapters All spares included. $3, 500 aud

A pair of used, but excellent condition DS51s with arms. I bought these used about two months ago but didn't end up using them and have since purchased a pair of DS161s so it's time for these guys to find a new home. They are both fully functionally and in excellent condition. Includes diffusers and Ikelite arms for each strobe. $650 for everything, including shipping and paypal or $350 per strobe/arm. Thanks!

Strobe arm loc line "set" for Nauticam: 10 loc line segments, Nauticam T-Plate Mount for Easitray and Flexitray, Fisheye Fix Flex (Loc-line) Arm T-Slide Base, Angled, and YS top adaptor ¾ inch. I used this with my Nauticam housing and Inon strobe for a couple of days, but it's well-rinsed and looks new. Asking $45, plus shipping from Virginia.

Complete Underwater DSLR package for sale, including Canon DSLR and wide angle lens. Would be perfect for someone starting out into underwater photography, and ports & strobes etc are compatible with all new cameras/ housings. I have given up underwater photography so this is up for sale Ikelite Canon EOS 50D housing including arms, not used since being serviced by Ikelite. New front port 4 lock system Ikelite DS 200 strobe & arm Ikelite DS 160 strobe & arm Ikelite duel strobes lead Ikelite single strobe lead Ikelite 8” glass modular domed port Ikelite 6” domed port Ikelite focus flat port with gearing Spare O rings and silicon grease Canon EOS 50D body (18mp) Tamrom SP 10-24 wide angle lens 77mm UV filter Spare battery All chargers for strobes and camera Peli 1620 pelicase with padded dividers All above in good condition and in perfect working order. High res photos on request Open to sensible offers. Email me on a4mcf628@gmail.com Will ship at buyers expense from the UK

Two Sea & Sea YS-O1 strobes. 2 strobes with boxes and fiber optic cables, never flooded. $450.00. These are awesome go to strobes. Easy to use and maintain. Mine are about 125 dives old. "O" rings are lubed and or replaced regularly. Strobes show light signs of use but maintained well and rinsed after each days diving. Strobes new are $429.00 each and cables $85 each. I have taken many great pictures with these but moved on to something more powerful.

Two 5 yr old Sea & Sea strobes with fiber optic cables; Purchased for $700. Selling for $200. Work perfectly. Money back guarantee if not satisfied. Buyer pays return shipping cost.

Used about half a dozen times and still in as new condition. Two Sea & Sea YSD1 strobes with Aquatica arms and fibre optic cables Also a few spare Aquatica brackets, attachment, booklets etc Located in South East Queensland Free postage within Australia $1750 AUD or $1250 USD

$2200US – Aquatica A5D MkIII (Works with a 5DsR) Underwater Housing with Dual Nikonos Bulkheads + Backscatter AirLock Vacuum System with Electronic LED Alert Valve ($400 value) Approximately 200 Dives on it extra diodes and o-rings $450US - Sea & Sea YS 110 Alpha Strobes + Sync Cords Never Flooded. Still work perfectly – All connector are still in great shape. Price is for the pair Approximately 300 dives on it. 3x Nikonos Sync Cords – (on spare - brand new) $900US – Aquatica Super Macro Port Set Up StiX Adjustable Buoyancy Float Belt for Macro Ports Flat Port for Macro MacroMate Flip Lens Port Extension: 28.5mm,Macro Focus Gear100mm f/2.8 Has approximately 300 dives on it $900US – Aquatica Wide Angle Port Set Up Zoom Gear 16-35mm 8″ Dome Port 8″ Dome Shade for Fisheye Extension Ring F100 16-35mm Schneider Optics B+W 82mm +2 Close-up diopter Has approximately 300 dives on it

I'll be spending my winter working on the Palmyra Atoll in the South Pacific and am picking out the gear I need. I shoot with a Nikon D750. 1) Housing: I don't have an unlimited budget so I'll likely be getting the Ikelite housing for the D750. 2) Lens Port: I'll be shooting primarily with the Nikon 20mm f/1.8, maybe also with the 35-80mm. Should I get the 6" or 8" dome? Anybody have experience comparing these? 3) Strobes: I'll be snorkeling, so I'm thinking I'm not going to get strobes. I may get an Ikelite Gamma II dive light with attachment for the housing. Comments? Questions? Suggestions? Thanks for any advice you can give.

Hi, I have two YS120 strobes for sale. They work great. Outside case is used but the function of the strobe is totally fine. I also have 4 single sync cords and one dual sync cord. they can go as a package or separately.

I have 2 Ikelite DS125 Substrobes with 2 additional batteries, 3 sync cords (1 brand new) and 3 smart chargers that I am selling. Well taken care of, and soaked in fresh water after each dive. I had them for 1.5 years, and never had it misfire. I offer additional battaries, chargers, and a brand new additional sync cord. Everything works perfectly as of February 2016. Prices are as following: The whole bundle is $1250.00 + shipping depending on the location Strobe with 1 battery included: $385.00 each (total of 2) Additional Battery (so you never run out of power mid-day): $100.00 each (total of 2) Sync Cords (2 used, 1 new, all work): $55 each (total of 3) Smart chargers: $40.00 each (total of 3) I am currently trying to sell it as a set, as everything has been optimized for fastest and most efficient set up. May decide to split the offer if no one is interested. PayPal (US only foreign extra) are included in cost. Shipping is extra. These strobes have only been used maybe 15 times underwater on 7 trips and in excellent working condition. No arms are included but I have several if you need them. They do have ball mounts. Note: please advise these come with single cable only. Diffusers are included with each strobe.

I have 2 Sea and Sea YS-D2 strobes that were purchased brand new in the fall of 2015. They were used once on a dive trip over Christmas, and one strobe failed so was sent back to Sea and Sea and replaced under warranty in Feb. 2016. The new strobe was used a couple of weeks ago on a local dive and performed perfectly. Neither strobe has flooded and has been maintained well. Obviously both are still under manufacturer's warranty. Comes with original boxes, paperwork, o-rings, grease, diffusers, ball mount/YS mounts. The reason I'm selling these LIKE NEW strobes is that I've decided to go back to the Inon Z240's. Just personal preference, I guess, since I got amazing results with the YS-D2's. Brand new these strobes go for $650/each PLUS TAX. My loss is your GAIN! Will sell both for $1100 and buyer pays shipping. I only accept PayPal... **** FOR SOME REASON, WETPIXEL WILL NOT LET ME UPLOAD PICS FROM MY IPHONE OF THESE STROBES (SAYS THEY'RE TOO BIG??). IF INTERESTED, I'LL GLADLY SEND YOU PICS VIA EMAIL.. ****

Looking for Ikelite Manual EV Controllers. Pls respond via PM. Michel

AQUATICA 5D MKII UNDERWATER HOUSING WITH SEA & SEA YS250 PRO STROBES - Everything is in excellent condition! I am not selling anything separate, this sale comes as a PACKAGE. Here is a list of everything included - Please note DOME PORT NOT INCLUDED! 1 x Aquatica for Canon 5D MKII 1 x 100mm macro gear 1 x AF/MF Macro Port (Aquatica) 1 x Extension Ring; 28.5mm / 1.12 2 x Sea & Sea YS-250 PRO TTL Strobes inc 2 batteries and 2 chargers 2 x 5-Pin Dual Sync Cord (N Type) 2 x Ball Adapters All spares included. $3, 500 aud Attached Images

Includes Strobe plus 1 battery Charger . 1 extra bulb (Product Number 9577.41) Diffuser Prix in France 360€ LIVREE

I have two Subsea MK 150 strobe units. The units have not been fired in years. The housings are solid and never flooded. Make an offer! I will only ship within the USA.

I'm moving from my D300 to a D810. I have been using two Ikelite DS161M strobes. I would like to get some of your opinions on possibly switching to video lights (BigBlue 15000) capable of producing 1500 lumens up to 15000 lumens. I would like to shoot some video and my thought process was that using really good video lights would provide the necessary lighting to accomplish both. (I might be wrong) Please let me know your thoughts about this.

Hi there folks and friends, selling two Sea&Sea YS-D1 strobes, used about 10 times in the water, never flooded, and kept UBER clean by their anally-retentive owner. Selling because I want something with less power for my shooting style, (which is a strange problem to have, I know.) Comes with all literature, 120 + 100 filters, new orings + grease, ball attachments, & flat mount. Also selling two Sea&Sea Nikonos style sync cords for YS strobes, also kept immaculate, used same number of times. Asking $1,100 for everything, will pay for shipping from Florida, (no international though, sorry). Buyer pays Paypal fees. Any questions, please PM, and thanks!

Happy New Year to all! My New Year resolution is to clear out old gear not being used anymore:) I have for sale: 2) Nikonos 105 strobes, like new condition, includes all caps and diffusers. O rings stored separately. Never flooded. Includes ULCS ball adapters. $130 each, $250 for both. 2) Nikonos sync cables. Like new, never flooded. $50 each 2) Nikonos double sync cables. Like new, never flooded. $80 each Pictures as requested, but they look like all other Nikonos strobes and cables. Items in Vernon, BC Canada ian

4) Sea Sea 5-Pin Sync Cord for Duo Strobes (2) brand new never used (2) YS-120 strobes with ball adapters Please make an offer I would like to sell everything together or 1 Strobe with 2 sync cords. These strobes have been used and are still in great shape. Please see pictures, I have tried to show the scratches due to normal ware and tare. These strobes sold for over $800. new and the cords still go for $100. new. I am not looking to receive ANYWHERE NEAR that amount, every reasonable offer will be considered. Thank you for looking. Items are located in San Diego zip 91941 PayPal, personal check, money order or cash will be accepted. The Sea & Sea YS-120 strobe is an advanced underwater flash system. The YS-120 is one of the fastest recycling strobes on the market providing the right light for the right moment. Its size is just perfect, not too small or too big. The YS-120 strobe provides an audible and visual TTL confirmation, and a heavy duty bumper on the front to prevent damage to the strobe head. The YS-120TTL duo high-performance strobe incorporates Duo circuitry, wide coverage angle (105° X 105°) and short recycle time (less than 2 seconds with 1700mA Ni-MH batteries). The YS-120 is ready to shoot when you are. Guide number is 22 (land). Coverage angle of 105° X 105°(105° X 105° with diffuser) is wide enough to cover a 15mm wide-angle lens on a film or housed film camera or the new Nikon 12mm to 24mm wide angle lenses for digital cameras. 2-step(full and 1/2) light levels are available for manual photography. 4-step control will also be available through the use of an accessory diffuser. Over 280 full power flashes with fresh alkaline batteries and Long-life lithium batteries will give as many as 600 full power flashes with a recycle time of only 3 seconds. Recycle time is almost zero during TTL mode. Ready and TTL lamps are provided on both sides for easy access while using dual strobes. The YS-120 also has an audible tone for "Flash Ready" and "TTL Confirmation". the flash also has a handy test flash setting. The YS-120 is offered in 3 color options (available in certain countries) to match the user's camera system. The YS-120's built-in Duo circuit works with N-type (used in MMIII) and S-type TTL circuits, both used in Sea & Sea housings. Its slave function allows the 120 to be used as a non-corded secondary flash. Specifications: Guide Number: 22 (land, at full power) Coverage angle: 105° X 105° Battery life: 600 flashes (lithium battery, at full power)/280 flashes (alkaline battery, at full power)/140 flashes (Ni-Cd battery, at full power)/320 flashes (1700mA Ni-MH battery, at full power) Light level control: Full and 1/2 (2 steps) Color temperature: 5,100° K (at full power)/4,800° K (with diffuser) Compatible with detachable sync cord Battery requirement: 8 X AA Alkaline (12V), Ni-Cd (9.6V) or Ni-MH (9.6V) batteries Depth rating: 60m/200 feet Dimensions (HxWxD): 102 X 102 X 185mm/4.0 X 4.0 X 7.3 inches Land weight: 1,300g/2.9 lbs Underwater weight: -150g/-5.3 oz Slave function Audible flash ready tone Test flash function Over-pressure relief valve

Hello, I'm looking to buy pair of strobes for D7000 (YS-D2, Inon z240, YS-D1, DS160) or say what you have. Europe only.

NIKON D300 UW Housing, Camera, lenses, port, strobes and accessories. All equipment is in good working condition, gently used and taken good care of. I upgraded cameras three years ago and the Nikon D300 system has been my backup during that time and seen little UW time since last servicing. This is an excellent DSLR camera system for someone wanting to take high quality publishable and award winning images. $3,999 for everything below or individual prices listed. Located in Long Beach, CA. 1) Sea & Sea MDX-D300 Underwater Housing for Nikon D300 with adjustable 45 degree viewfinder: $1450 (new: Housing $2800 / View Finder $900) 2) Nikon D300 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera-Body Only: $300 – Includes 2 batteries, 2 chargers, manual, and strap (new $1200) 3) Sea & Sea NX Compact Dome Port with port cover (6”): $400 (new $500/$60 port cover) 4) Two Sea & Sea YS-110alpha strobes: $400 for the pair (new $1000) 5) Sea & Sea 5 pin Dual Sync Cord: $80 (new $180) 6) Nikon AF DX Fisheye-NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED Lens: $475 (new $770) 7) Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED Lens with UV filter: $675 (new $1150) 8) 12-24 zoom gear for Sea&Sea housing: $80 (new $170) 9) B&W 77mm +2 Closeup Diopter (for 12-24mm lens): $25 (new $50) 10) Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II Lens: $400 (new $650) 11) Hoya 72mm DMC PRO1 Digital Circular Polarizer Glass Filter (for 18-200 lens): $25 (new $50) 12) Seven Ultralight Clamps: $15 each (new $30) 13) Three Ultralight BA-TG Ball (for use with T Plate): $10 each (new $24) 14) Pelican Case 1650 with Velcro dividers: $100 (new $250)