Gene Nagata (aka “Potato Jet”) — Filmmaker, Creator, Gear Guru Video Review of Outex Underwater Camera System

Sep 30, 2024

Gene Nagata (aka “Potato Jet”) — Filmmaker, Creator, Gear Guru Video Review of Outex Underwater Camera System

Gene's Bio & background

Gene Nagata, better known in creator-circles as Potato Jet, is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker, YouTuber, and content creator whose signature style blends deep gear-knowledge with accessible, witty personality. His channel is widely known for reviews of cameras, lenses, filmmaking rigs, and accessories — ranging from budget consumer gear to high-end Hollywood systems. Gene emphasises flexibility and focus as key traits for success in videography — acknowledging that shoots will go wrong and gear will fail unless you’re prepared. He brings a grounded, creative-first perspective to gear reviews and filmmaking discussions.

In short: Potato Jet isn’t just about gear specs — he makes equipment-talk relatable, fun, and actionable for creators at every level.

He recently met with met with Outex's co-founder JR deSouza to try out the system and try it first hand.

Reviewing the Outex Underwater Housing System — With Potato Jet

In a recent video collaboration, Gene sat down with Outex co-founder JR deSouza to test and evaluate the Outex system through the lens of filmmakers who work across rigs like the Sony FX3, Sony A7S III, Canon C70 and various lenses. YouTube
Their collaboration offers an in-depth look at how the Outex housing system can support film and content creators — not just still photographers — especially when shooting in challenging environments like underwater, wet rigs, action shots or mixed indoor/outdoor sequences.

Why Outex Makes Sense for Filmmakers Like Potato Jet

Here are the major benefits of the Outex system as highlighted through the review and real-world use by Gene:

1. Universality + Full Control
Outex is designed to accommodate a wide range of cameras and lenses — exactly the kind of flexibility that Gene values when he switches between rigs. Because filmmaking often means adapting to new gear on set, the universal fit lets creators operate confidently. On top of that, Outex retains access to all buttons, dials, touchscreens and controls — so you’re not losing creative control just because you’re in a protective housing. This means for someone like Gene, operating at a high level across varying setups, the housing becomes an extension of his camera rather than a limitation.

2. Optical Glass Ports (Not Acrylic)
One of the major weaknesses of some underwater or protective housings is that they rely on cheaper acrylic or plastic ports, which can introduce distortion, poor colour, or reduced sharpness. In the review, Potato Jet praises Outex’s use of true optical glass ports — ensuring that image quality remains high even when you’re shooting underwater or in wet/risky environments. For creators working to maintain professional standards (especially when producing video content, not just stills), this is a meaningful advantage.

3. Travel-Friendly & Lightweight Design
Film shoots — whether on location, underwater, in coastal environments, or remote settings — always have logistical constraints (gear weight, mobility, packaging, transport). Outex’s form factor is described by Gene as “ready for travel and ready for action” — meaning it adds minimal bulk or weight while still offering robust protection. For a creator whose workflow demands adaptability (reviewing gear, switching lenses, moving between locations), this is a huge plus.

4. Built for Variable Environments
Outex doesn’t just protect your camera from water; it handles sand, spray, beach conditions, underwater shallow dives, rain, and more. In the context of filmmaking — not just photography — that means you can build a shot in a wide variety of environments and know your gear is safe. In the video, Gene and JR test the Outex case in ways that mimic real production situations, which makes it far more relevant than a “still photo only” scenario.

How You Can Use This Insight in Your Content Creation

If you’re a filmmaker, content creator, or videographer who works even occasionally in wet or mixed environments (beach, surf, reef, puddles, rainy rooftops, mixed indoor/outdoor sequences), here’s how you can apply the lessons from Potato Jet’s review:

Treat your housing as part of your workflow, not just protection. You should be able to swap lenses, adjust settings, monitor your shot as frequently as if the housing wasn’t there.
Prioritise optical clarity when image quality matters — especially for video, where sharpness, colour fidelity and clarity through the entire path matter more than for casual stills.
Choose gear that won’t weigh you down. The more mobile and adaptable your rig is, the more creative freedom you have — especially in unpredictable production environments.
Use gear that lets you focus on creative intent, not gear risk. As Gene notes, “shoots will go wrong” — you want your equipment to be the least of your worries so your imagination can stay in the driver’s seat.

Final Word

Potato Jet’s review of Outex isn’t just a gear test — it’s a real-world validation of what creators face: changing environments, multiple cameras/lenses, and the need to stay nimble without compromising image quality. If you’re working in environments where water, moisture, spray, or unpredictable elements are part of the story, taking note of how professionals like Gene use gear like Outex can give you real strategic advantage.

🎬 Want to see the full review? Watch the episode where Gene and JR dive into Outex’s system: Watch here YouTube

And if you’re ready to elevate your filmmaking gear — especially for challenging environments — the Outex system is absolutely worth your attention.

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