Ikelite Substrobe DS-51

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Ikelite Substrobe DS-51

MSRP $400.00
Base Price $379.95
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Description

The Ikelite DS-51 Substrobe replaces the DS50, which has been a favorite of underwater photographers the world over. In addition to incorporating all the same great features of the DS-50, the DS-51 provides a Manual Exposure Mode with six (6) manual power settings in one-half f-stop increments for precise illumination of subjects underwater. The compact, lightweight and affordable Ikelite DS51 Substrobe is an excellent choice for many underwater photographers. Its digital electronics make it fully compatible with digital cameras as well as traditional film cameras such as the Nikonos. The strobe can easily switch between TTL/Auto and any of the six (6) manual power settings for complete control over lighting the subject. The DS51's intensity and angle of coverage make it equally suited for macro and general photography. The strobe's wide-angle diffuser increases the angle-of-coverage up to 80 degrees, softens the light and helps to reduce backscatter. The DS-51 Substrobe's power rivals strobes twice its size, recycles in a quick 3.5 seconds, and provides 200+ flashes on a set of batteries. Much shorter recycle times and more flashes per set of batteries can be realized during TTL/Auto operation.

When connected with a sync cord to compatible Ikelite housings, or the Nikonos camera system, the DS51 Substrobe offers TTL/Auto and Manual Mode. When used with other manufacturers housings, the DS51 Substrobe can only be used in the Manual Mode utilizing the six (6) power settings.

The DS51 is compatible with the Ikelite DS Sensor and EV-Controller. When used with the EV-Controller, the DS51 Mode switch is set to the TTL/Auto setting and the EV-Controller then provides ten (10) power settings in half-stop increments.

Specifications:
Size	8cm x 12cm - 3.2" x 4.7"
Weight	0.6 kg - 1.3 pounds
Energy Rating	50 watt-seconds
Coverage Angle	70 degrees, 80 degrees w/diffuser
Guide # (ISO 100) feet	56 surface, 28 underwater
Guide # (ISO 100) meters	17 surface, 9 underwater
Color Temp	5700 degrees K
Power Source	4 "AA" alkaline - NiCad - NiMH
Flashes	200 full power
Recycle Time	3.5 seconds
Firing Modes	TTL/Auto - 6 Manual Power Settings
Depth Rating	90m - 300 feet

SKU: ike-4044.1