FAQ's

Why use Dome ports for Underwater Photography?  Domes make it better - Domes help correct aberrations that occur when light travels thru water as opposed to air. Domes can deliver better results compared to flat ports, and also make it easier or possible some results that flat ports would not capture.  Size matters - Bigger domes are better than smaller domes, for a number of reasons. The tradeoffs are; heavier, bulkier, pricier than smaller domes.  Glass is optically superior - Glass domes are optically superior to plastic or acrylic, and they do not scratch as easily. All of the Outex ports, including its domes, are American-made glass ports.  Universal fit protects your investment - Both Outex glass domes are designed to fit any/all lenses thru adaptors and brackets. This design protects your investment and optimizes your usability and upgradeability over time. Our Waterproof Camera Housing Dome Kit supports both threaded, unthreaded, hooded, curved, and fisheye lenses.  Domes are ideal for split-level and underwater use - While dome ports will not take anything away from your work above water, their impact or difference above the surface is irrelevant. Domes are ideal for split-level and underwater work. For additional information, explore our underwater camera housings and photography FAQ's to learn more about domes and this subject. 

Entry Kit - good option, however, limited use of viewfinderPro Kit - best option, unlimited access and use of all camera functions 

The Outex system is compatible with most, if not all of the lighting solutions in the market, including hot-shoe flas...

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The Outex underwater housing system that makes camera gear waterproof also allows it to float—even with your heavy camera and lens inside. This works by utilizing the trapped air inside the Outex camera housing as a float, which allows you to control buoyancy by how much air you allow inside the cover. Simply squeeze out the air before you seal it to reduce flotation. 

Tips and tricks to reduce fogging in your camera gear when using waterproof housing gear from Outex underwater housing team of professionals.

Selecting the Rear Glass; Viewfinder or Tripod-Mounted There are two types of rear glass options the viewfinder mount or Tripod-mount: Viewfinder Mount Option The viewfinder-mounted option is available for most standard camera brands, makes, and models such as Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Pentax. It combines an adaptor that slides or threads onto your camera's viewfinder eyecup and then holds the rear glass (LCD window). Our patented design allows it to pivot/swing back and forth so it can be moved out of the way of your access of buttons, knobs, and functions.  And you can use both the viewfinder and LCD screens accordingly. Tripod/Mirrorless Mount Option The tripod-mounted option is called the mirrorless viewfinder and is universal to all camera makes brands and models as long as they have a tripod mount at the base or bottom of the camera. It uses a provided adjustable bracket and screw that also allows for a positioning that fits your camera and the position of your LCD screen and viewfinder. This allows you to use both LCD screen and viewfinder. The only exceptions are very large camera bodies (such as the Canon 1D series, Nikon 5D), where the tripod mount is rather far away from the viewfinder. For these types of cameras, we suggest the viewfinder mount option. The below video and images showcase both examples for various cameras.There's no right or wrong solution as it is your personal preference as to which option is best. The kit defaults to the viewfinder mount option for cameras listed as having that option available but chose the tripod/mirrorless mount option for all other cases. If you have a specific preference, you have to specify it accordingly in the shopping cart comments section. There's another option that many customers opt for which we call the floating option. Floating Option It is possible, and some people prefer to simply float the rear glass window (either mirrorless or LCD provided in the first two options) by simply leaving it unattached to the camera. In this scenario, the rear glass is simply held in place by the cover itself, and possibly the strap holder. This option gives you even more freedom of movement for the rear glass if/when needed. All 3 options work well and use depends on personal preference.

When choosing the best underwater camera case, it's essential to be well informed and to compare available options holistically. You want to compare usability for various needs, imaging performance, protection characteristics, cost of ownership (including transportation), and modularity to accommodate current and future needs. This detailed comparison includes competitive charts, comparison highlights, and rationale for industry differences beyond the obvious. It illustrates the differences between Outex and leading competitors, including AquaTech, Ikelite, SeaFrogs, EwaMarine, and others. Whether you're a professional photographer or an adventure enthusiast, this guide will help you make an informed decision. If you're looking for a professional, reliable, versatile, travel friendly, and affordable  underwater camera system that grows with your needs, Outex is the clear winner. With its universal fit, superior image quality, and ease of transport and use, it's the preferred choice of professionals and enthusiasts alike. If you have a very specific need that will drive 85%+ of your use, such as surfing, or scuba diving, and don't envision changing cameras or lenses very often, you may be better off with a corresponding, dedicated system.

Outex is the best underwater camera housing system compared to other waterproof cases because of its imaging performance, universal compatibility, modular design, light weight, travel friendliness, and affordability. Especially when you consider its optical glass ports, full operational control over lens and camera functions and settings, support of tripod mounts, triggers, lights, remotes, tethering, and more.  This competitive comparison illustrates the advantages and disadvantages of each category of products, bags and hard cases comparatively, so potential customers can make informed decisions.

Best ways to keep or remove water droplets from your lens in water photography As with all things photography, there...

The Outex Questions page covers a lot of ground when it comes to underwater camera gear, the waterproof system, and tips for outdoor photography. If you're new to it, and want a quick overview, you've come to the right place. The excerpts of this video are from an interview with TV Host, diver, and Model Kinga Phillips, and Outex co-founder JR deSouza.

Outex is rated for 10 meters, or about 33 feet for underwater use. Outex is IP68 rated. That depth rating has less to do with the housing than with the gear's operability at depth. In other words, if you've gone too deep (beyond 10 meters, 33 feet), and are having a hard time controlling or changing settings on the camera, return to a shallower depth so you can resume using the gear normally once the water pressure around the housing is not exerting pressure on the camera's controls.