NEWS Archives

August 2011	Aquatica would like to congratulate Aquatica user Steffen Binke for is grand prize winning shot, in the Scuba Diving Magazine photo contest. His winning entry is a beautiful photograph of his close encounter with a whale. His image shows us the cool, collected photographer that is Steffen, someone who can extract beauty and calm while chaotically being tossed around by the waves, working in natural light and having a behemoth coming straight over him. Steffen won a seven night trip on the Dancer fleet’s liveaboards, the Sun Dancer II in Belize, he will be in good company! Aquatica being one of the Dancer’s fleet official suppliers. To see more of Stephen images, just visit his website. Congratulations are in order as well for Christopher Guglielmo, also a long time user of Aquatica housings. Chris cleaned up 1st and 2nd place in the DIVERS category. As is usually the norm with his images, they are visually stunning and technically impeccable. You can see more of Christopher’s work at www.aquaexposure.com. To see their winning images and those of the other participants, please visit the Scuba Diving Magazine official website page of the: Through your lens: Reader’s Photo Contest 2011. Aquatica is proud to be the choice housing manufacturer for Steffen and Christopher, to be the tool that such talented individuals have selected to express their vision of this world is an honor for us.
July 2011
	New "HD WAVE" Video Housing Aquatica Digital has been providing for both the recreational and professional diver high quality underwater photographic systems for over 30 years. Given their tremendous expertise in designing & manufacturing underwater photographic equipment, they are proud to announce the new HD-WAVE supporting the new Sony HDR CX560/700 HD camcorders. Read more »
	2011 Digital Shootout trip report by Jean Bruneau, Technical Advisor for Aquatica This year's edition of the Digital shootout was the tenth edition and Aquatica is proud to be among this events oldest premiere sponsor. This time we are back on the Island of Bonaire and attendees where in excess of sixty, that is the biggest attendance ever and right out of the gates, it meant that, we the support personnel where going to have A) a good time, B) a busy time and C) not much time for anything else but diving, prepping up photo gear, diving, grab food, prep up photo gear again, check out the nightly slide shows, punch in a night dive (or two), sleep and… repeat. Read more »
June 2011	SERVICE DEPARTMENT ADVISORY NOTE: JUNE 14, 2011 It has been found that on a small number of Aquatica AD7000 housings already delivered, the working tolerances of the Live View mechanism were set too close, as a result, once the housing is immerged and the ambient pressure builds up, the Main O-ring compresses, preventing the Live View actuating linkage from springing back. Read more »
May 2011
	Jo-Ann Wilkins and her partner Gaëtan Dumais, both long time Aquatica users, had a most pleasant vist. It happened in Les Escoumins, a favorite diving spot on the North shore of the St Lawrence River in Quebec. It appears that while Gaetan was busy, looking around for his subject, said subject, the juvenile lumpsucker, was busy looking up our company’s latest offering. What the story doesn’t tell is,  was Jo-Ann kind enough to inform her partner not to look further than the tip of his nose! To see more of Jo-Ann’s work go to our Aquatica Gallery or click here.
	MARK ORMESHER VIDEOS "THE PIT" WITH AQUATICA 5D MK II Mark Ormesher, one of our trusted Aquatica users, took our AD 5D Mk II housing through some most interesting and beautiful cenotes in Mexico named The Pit. It is an interesting and very well made video that shows not only the talent of Mark, but the potential of this camera & housing combination in a technically difficult environment.   To see the video, click here.  |   Learn about the Aquatica 5D Mk II »
April 2011	SERVICE DEPARTMENT ADVISORY NOTE: April 11, 2011 In light of some recent events, Aquatica feel it should remind its users that Reef Photo, located in Florida and its associated companies are not authorized to perform maintenance, repair, or sell any housings, accessories or products manufactured by Aquatica. Aquatica recommend that you only use officially recognized service centers. These have direct access to the original manufactured replacement parts and are staffed with knowledgeable and trained individuals. Following those guideline will insure your Aquatica product will not only, be maintained properly, but that the work will be performed in a timely manner.  For a list of our service centers section please consult our service center section or contact Aquatica for your nearest authorized service center.
	17659    TLC 1” ball with ¼-20” threaded hole Find the missing link to your lighting solution. Read the Press Release »
Damien Siviero Wins 1st Place in the DEEP Indonesia 2011 Photo Competition The Winners Of The 5th annual DEEP Indonesia 2011 Photo Competition have been announced, and we would like to congratulate Damien Siviero for his first place finish in the divers category. The winning image is a visually stunning photograph (as is usually the case with Damien's work) it is well composed, has stunning use of available light and conveys admirably to the viewers, the otherworldly nature of our passion. Bravo Damien! Click thumbnail at left to enlarge. Damien uses the Aquatica A7D housing, with a factory deep rated kit installed, for is imaging needs. To see more of Damien's work, please visit our Gallery section.
March 2011
Aquatica, fier de son héritage Québécois, est heureux de vous annoncer le lancement de la version française de son site internet. Le site sera maintenu en parallèle avec sa version anglaise. Nous vous encourageons à le visiter et à nous laisser vos commentaires à info@aquatica.ca. Le personnel d ’Aquatica vous remercie de votre visite.
February 2011
	KERI WILK REVIEWS THE AQUATICA AD7000 Keri Wilk has just returned from field testing the new Aquatica AD7000. His review of the camera and the Aquatica AD7000 housing is touted as the most comprehensive to date. To find more about the Nikon D7000 camera and the excellent Aquatica AD7000 housing for it, click here. View Photo Gallery »  |   Learn about the Aquatica AD7000 »
	CATHY CHURCH JOINS AQUATICA DEALER NETWORK Aquatica is proud to announce the addition of Cathy Church as a dealer for Aquatica. Cathy Church's Photo Centre is located in Grand Cayman, one of the most sought-after dive destinations in the world. Her extensive knowledge of photography and sunny disposition are matched only by the dedication of her team toward customer service.   Cathy as also joined our Aquatica shooter gallery, which I urge everyone to visit to discover the work of Cathy Church, one of the most important pillars of modern underwater photography, and a name that has inspired many of us to go and discover diving and underwater photography. Cathy Church's Photo Centre is located in our US dealer section. Welcome Cathy, Aquatica is happy to be associated with you!
January 2011
	New gear format introduced with the Aquatica AD7000 Along with their super light housing for the Nikon® D7000, Aquatica is introducing a new line of Focus & Zoom gears. Read the Press Release »
	First underwater images taken by Keri Wilk with the Aquatica AD7000 JUST IN! We have received the first underwater images taken by Keri Wilk with the Aquatica AD7000. Keri is currently known throughout the world as one of the most influential underwater photographers of his time for his innovative techniques and keen sense of composition. He constantly win prizes in major underwater photography competitions with his evocative and refreshing images. This excellent talent and technical expertise make Keri Wilk the perfect test pilot for our Aquatica AD7000 housing. His upcoming field report on this housing in the work and will soon be made available here and on your favourites underwater photography forums. View Photo Gallery »  |   Learn about the Aquatica AD7000 »
	Aquatica AN-5 housing for the Sony NEX-5 camera (Click image to enlarge) The Aquatica Team is proud to announce the release of the Aquatica AN-5 housing for the Sony NEX-5 camera. Learn more »
	Ryan Pedlow reviews the Aquatica 7D Housing Read the review » Learn more about the 7D Housing » Learn more about Ryan Pedlow »

September 2010

POSTCARD FROM THE EDGE
Bob Talbot hang’s the Aquatica 5DMk II housing out of its comfort zone! (Click image to enlarge)

Bob Talbot send us a picture of our Aquatica 5D Mk II housing at work. This is what he had to say about it: "Here's a photo from a shoot we did yesterday using the 5d housing on a jib arm.Would never do this with a lesser housing. Thanks again for all your support."

Aquatica housing for the Canon 550 / T2i Rebel housing Now Shipping! (Click image to enlarge)

Announced this past July, the super light and compact Aquatica AT2i housing for the Canon T2i/550 has undergone its complete field testing cycle and has now started shipping. Among modifications made from the preproduction prototype is a new retractable focus/zoom gear rack and lens release lever, pulling out these controls clears the path for installing and removing the camera/lens assembly, replacing the battery, card or lens now becomes a simple task to do. The controls layout has been ergonomically positioned with vital functions (for both still and video) all being accessible at the tip of your fingers. Learn more »

July 2010
Return from the Digital Shootout 2010

Aquatica attended this year’s edition of the shootout at the Little Cayman beach resort, one thing that is not little about this island is the diving, surrounded by some of the best and healthiest wall diving in this hemisphere, as a major sponsor of the event we made sure to bring ample products for attendees to try out, apart from our really popular Canon 7D housing a big hit was our newly introduced Aquatica housing for the T2i / 550D, which like the island itself is quite small but really big on features, our trusted ally, Jim Decker from Backscatter took some breathtaking video footage that can be seen on Backscatter's website(another major sponsor of the event). Pretty popular also where the TLC new underwater tripods that we brought along, these are specialized tripod with a pan and tilt head making them ideal for video aficionados as well as for macro shooter. Learn more »

May 2010

AQUATICA announces the introduction of its totally redesigned TLC underwater tripod. The inclusion of HD quality video features in the current crop of DSLR as well as the recent advent of HD compact camcorder has increased the acquisition of HD video to unprecedented new levels. A tripod has always been a useful yet optional tool in low light / long exposure situations using a still camera. In the case of close up video work using a HDSLR or a dedicated video camera, a tripod now becomes a must have tool allowing for rock steady shots. Learn more »

With the well-received introduction to the first HD video housing for Aquatica, the HD WAVE continues surf to another level, will now support the new Sony HDR-XR550/CX550 & Pro HXR-MC50 camcorders. 

Weighing in at only 6.5lbs it's our smallest and lightest aluminum housing ever, great for easy travel. Mid-June Release. Learn more »

March 2010
Aquatica is proud to introduce the BK-7 coated glass Mini Dome 100.

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This new addition to our already fine line of ports is ideally suited for fisheye lenses such as the Nikon 10.5mm, Tokina 10-17mm and Sigma 10mm. Because of its small diameter of only 100mm (4 inches), its reduced frontal signature means you can really sneak up on a subject and have the extra room to properly position your strobes in ultra close-up wide angle situation. Its miniature size and lighter weight are welcome features by travelling underwater photographer in these days of increased travel restrictions. Made from grounded BK-7 mineral glass and polished to perfection the Mini Dome 100 is competitively priced without compromising on quality. 

Discriminating photographers will appreciate the integration of optical anti reflection and scratch resistant coatings provided at no extra cost. The Mini Dome 100 will shortly be made available for other housing brands.

Depth rated @ 90m / 300ft
Suggested retail price: 699 usd
Available spring 2010 

For more information please contact: info@aquatica.ca

NEWS FLASH FROM THE AQUATICA DESIGN TEAM

Canon's new Flagship camera the Canon 1D MK IV is a perfect fit for Aquatica's current housing for the Canon 1DS MKIII. No modifications are required and no function or access buttons are sacrificed when using the newer Canon body. Access to the video mode of the Mk IV model is not a problem.

From the beginning Aquatica’s design team wanted to give photographers complete access to as many controls as possible. Because of this foresight, easy access to the FEL button used to activate video capture was already in place as well as other important buttons such as exposure compensation, ISO and the illuminator button.

Reassignment of these functions through the DSLR's custom  menu setting is not necessary.

February 2010

The best kept secret is now out - we started shipping our Aquatica 7D housing a few weeks ago! This housing brings the best of proven technologies to underwater photography; every effort went into making a mechanically rugged and easy to uses camera housing for the Canon 7D while making it small and light, this state of the art housing still retains the 90m/300ft depth rating (upgradable to 130m/425ft) that has made us a household name in the technical diving circle. With this Aquatica housing we expanded connectivity to underwater strobes with the addition of optical fiber ports and 6 pins connectors for full TTL compatibility with current TTL converter. Go to our AQUATICA A7D SECTION for more info.

September 2009

Aquatica has received its NIKON D300S CAMERA a few weeks ago and is hard at work designing the new version housing for this exciting camera, the next generation will offer optical fiber connector and/or traditional wired strobe connector such as Nikonos or Ikelite type mounted on a machined from solid aluminum housing that will be lighter and more compact than it predecessor, the Nikon D300. On this new housing the full access to the video features has been implemented, a port lock is standard feature and our usual 300ft / 90 meters (upgradeable to 425ft / 130 meters) depth rating has been maintained., meaning that whatever your working depth, you will be in a  position to pull the maximum quality out of this high level camera. 

May 2009

We are in full production for the New WAVE HD VIDEO HOUSING and on schedule for mid June delivery. It will ship fully loaded with standard wide angle lens, UR PRO color correction flip filter, wet alarm and hydrophone for the low price of $2395USD.

Please contact your local Aquatica dealer for all other inquires or to place your order for the new WAVE HD Video housing. We are receiving many inquires on this unit and our first production will be limited as we did not anticipate such a demand.

April 2009

THE HD WAVE: Aquatica Digital has been providing for both the recreational and professional diver high quality underwater photographic systems for over 25 years. Given their tremendous expertise in designing & manufacturing underwater photographic equipment, they are proud to introduce the new “HD WAVE”, their first High Definition Video Housing for the NEW Sony HDR-XR500V/520V HD camcorders. MORE INFO.

Aquatica is happy to announce that Jean Bruneau, our resident technical adviser and well known Wetpixel member (Vi’zart) will be heading south to the Digital Shootout in Bonaire happening from the 6th to 13th of June. Along with is underwater photographic knowledge Jean will be bringing along some of the latest housings and accessories made from Aquatica for participants of the workshop to take underwater on photo shoot. 

Jean will add to the already deep pool of professional individual on site that will work with participant to raise their level of underwater photography to new heights. He got into photography in 1971 and has been involved in underwater photography since 1989, Aquatica has, since the early 90’s, had Jean Bruneau as part of their team of technical advisors.

For more information on the Digital Shootout contact info@thedigitalshootout.com or visit their website: www.thedigitalshootout.com

March 30, 2009
Aquatica a leader in underwater digital photography systems, announced the recent addition of Joe Bendahan as Marketing Director to their team.  
Joe Bendahan draws many years of experience from an eclectic background of corporate and brand identity development, marketing and creative direction within many facets of the underwater imaging industry.  
 
"We are extremely pleased to be able to bring such a highly capable individual into our team," said Aquatica president, Norma Alonzo. Joe will not only expand Aquatica's current capabilities, but also enable us to develop more creative and effective ways to expand the companies profile in the industry.

Bonne nouvelles pour nos utilisateurs d’Aquatica de langue française: 
Amar Guillen, photographe sous marin de réputation mondiale et auteur de deux livres à grand succès sur le sujet vous proposes des stages de photographies sous-marine, le tout dans un décor féerique en Mer Rouge, un des plus beaux sites de plongée de la planète. POUR PLUS D’INFO.

Good news to our French speaking Aquatica users: 
Amar Guillen, world renowned underwater photographer and author of two best selling books on the subject, is offering workshop on underwater photography, this in the wonderful surrounding of the Red Sea, one of the best diving destination in the world. MORE INFO.