Nauticam has unveiled its housing for the a7C Mark II and a7CR, Sony’s latest compact full-frame mirrorless cameras. The a7C II has much in common with the a7 IV and is built around the same 33MP sensor, while the a7CR takes its inspiration from the a7R V, including its high-resolution 61MP sensor.
The NA-A7CII is built around the N100 port system, like Nauticam’s housings for the “full-size” a7 series, and features integrated handles, ergonomic control placement (including right-hand thumb lever for AF-ON), and the company’s vacuum check and leak detection system as standard.
The housing features a large-bore M24 bulkhead to support HDMI 2.0, allowing you to connect an Atomos Ninja V external recorder. Strobes can be triggered via fiber-optic cables with the addition of an optional LED flash trigger, while an electrical bulkhead is also available.
Shipping now from retailers such as Backscatter, the NA-A7CII costs $3,286.
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PRESS RELEASE
Introducing NA-A7CII
The Sony A7CII & A7CR Cameras
Sony’s newest additions to its ultra-compact full-frame lineup are the Sony A7CII and the Sony A7CR, which pack a punch. Let’s dive in and take a look at the specs of each of these cameras.
A7CII Specifications
- 33.0MP full-frame Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor
- Outstanding 4K 4:2:2 10-bit movie recording up to 60p/50p
- High-resolution XGA OLED electronic viewfinder with 120fps display
- Wide-area, high-density autofocus with 759 phase-detection AF point
- Continuous still shooting at up to 10 fps19 with AF/AE tracking
A7CR Specifications
- Full-frame 61.0 megapixel Exmor R image sensor
- Advanced 5-axis optical image stabilization with up to 7-steps5 of compensation
- High-resolution XGA OLED electronic viewfinder with 120fps display
- Continuous shooting with AF/AE tracking at up to 8 fps
- Wide-area, high-density autofocus with 759 phase-detection AF points
The Nauticam NA-A7CII Underwater Housing
Nauticam is the industry leader in mirrorless interchangeable lens underwater camera support. Nauticam has housed more mirrorless cameras and more Sony E Mount cameras than any other housing manufacturer. This experience results in the most evolved housing line with the broadest range of accessories available today.
Pioneering optical accessories elevate performance to a new level. Magnifying viewfinders, the sharpest super macro accessory lenses ever made, and now the highest quality water contact wide angle lenses (the WWL-1 and WACP-1) combine with the NA-A7CII housing to form a complete imaging system.
Nauticam is known for ergonomics and an unmatched experience. Key controls are placed at the photographer’s fingertips. The housing and accessories are lightweight and easy to assemble. The camera drops in without any control presetting, and lens port changes are effortless.
NA-A7CII features an integrated handle system. This ergonomic style provides exceptional control access, even with thick gloves, with ideal placement of the shutter release and a thumb-lever to actuate the AF-ON button from the right handle.
Nauticam’s build quality is well known by underwater photographers around the globe. The housing is machined from a solid block of aluminum, then hard anodized making it impervious to salt water corrosion. Marine-grade stainless and plastic parts complete the housing, and it is backed by a two-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
Fast and Reliable Flash Triggering
Reliable rapid-fire manual flash triggering is available with the NA-A7CII for a variety of optically fired flashes when used with the LED Flash Trigger (26302). The NA-A7CII comes fiber optic ready and accepts the Universal Fiber Optic Cable (26216).
Strobes and light arms can be attached to the housing via included 1″ accessory mounting balls.
Electrical strobe triggering is still an option for those with an investment in legacy lighting gear, requiring the purchase of an accessory electrical bulkhead (25056).
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Integrated Vacuum Check and Leak Detection System
The Nauticam vacuum check and leak detection system is available with NA-A7CII as standard equipment. Combined with an optional vacuum valve (PN 25624), this monitoring system provides constant updates on the water-tight and safe-to-dive status of the housing. A simple coded LED lighting system lets the user know that the vacuum is solid, or that the housing is losing vacuum. Leak detection is built into the same circuit, so if there is water intrusion, an audible and visual indication will occur.
What’s In The Box
- NA-A7CII Housing
- Housing Cap
- 2x Optical bulkhead caps
- 2x Handles with mounting balls and 2x handle brackets
- Panasonic CR-2032 Battery (pre-installed for moisture alarm)
- Spare 90139 O-ring, O-ring remover and lubricant
- Set of Allen Keys
- Manual instruction card
- Padded housing bag and shoulder strap
Recommended Accessories
- 25221 M10 strobe mounting ball for housing
- 25624 M14 Vacuum Valve II (Pushbutton Release)
- 32205 Nauticam 45˚ viewfinder for MIL housing
- 32211 Nauticam Full Frame Straight Viewfinder 32°/ 1:1
- 32212 Nauticam Full Frame Straight Viewfinder 40°/ 0.8:1
- 32213 Nauticam Full Frame Angle Viewinder 32°/ 1:1
- 32214 Nauticam Full Frame Angle Viewinder 40°/ 0.8:1
*32215 Viewfinder collar for MIL housing is required to use with 32211/2/3/4 - Surface USB-PD Power bank (Compatible from SN A599661)
- 26325 USB-C Bulkhead with USB-C Connector
- 26326 M24-M16 Adaptor for use with 26325
HDMI Output
Required accessories for HDMI 1.4 Cable System
- 25033 Standard HDMI bulkhead with M16 thread
- 25046 HDMI (D-D) cable in 200mm length for NA-RX100V/GH4/A7 (for connection from HDMI bulkhead to camera)
- 26326 M24-M16 Adaptor for use with 26325
Compatible Monitor Options
- 17922 Nauticam Atomos Ninja V Housing for Atomos Ninja V 5” 4Kp60 4:2:2 10-bit Recorder/Monitor/Player (excl. HDMI 2.0 cable)
- 17923 NA-Shinobi-H Housing for Atomos Shinobi 5.2″ 4K HDMI Monitor with HDMI 1.4 input(includes 25046)
- 17926 Nauticam NA-Ultra5 Housing for SmallHD Ultra 5 Camera Monitor
- 25082 HDMI 1.4 Cable for Ninja V Housing in 0.75m Length (for connection from Ninja V housing to HDMI Bulkhead) *Required for use with 17922/17926 monitor housing
Technical Specifications
Dimensions: 316mm(W) x 173mm(H) x 109mm(D)
Weight in Air: 1.9kg
Weight in Water: –0.3kg (incl. camera)
Depth Rating: 100m
Port Mount: N100
Model Number: 17436
USA Retail Price: $3,286
More information is available from Nauticam at: www.nauticam.com
