Ikelite Canon R7 Underwater Housing [Fiber Optic Update]

• Best for: Still shooters using fiber optic strobes who want simple setup and visual leak awareness.
• Not for: Divers expecting electrical sync or guaranteed optical TTL without checking strobe compatibility.
• System approach: Optical strobe triggering via fiber ports (no electrical bulkhead assumed).
• Support note: A common pre-sale question is whether existing Ikelite electrical sync cords can be reused—this Fiber Optic Update is designed around optical, not electrical.

Key Features:

• DL Port System - The housing uses the DL Port System. The system o-ring placement is located outside the port mount which improves the o-ring visibility and reduces the chances of water dropping. It attaches quickly and securely. When using zoom lenses and select lens focus rings can be engaged using simple gearing that puts adjustment right at your fingertips. A large, soft-touch knob on the side of the housing makes fine-tuned adjustments a breeze. This is one of our favorite gear knobs on any housing. Yeah, it's just a knob, but it isn't until you use an Ikelite housing that you realize how nice it can be to have a large knob!
• Vacuum System - The included Ikelite Vacuum Kit allows you to draw out air and check if your housing is completely sealed before diving. This provides you the peace of mind and assurance that your camera is safe inside the housing while underwater.
• TTL Exposure - An integrated fiber optic TTL transmitter communicates the camera's flash signals to compatible Ikelite fiber optic strobes for seamless flash integration and accurate exposure on every shot. Flash exposure compensation can be added or subtracted effortlessly in-camera. Use legacy Ikelite DS strobes with full fiber optic TTL functionality by adding an RC2 Fiber Optic Receiver to each strobe (not required for newer Ecko Fiber and RC-series strobes). Non-Ikelite fiber optic strobes can be used in manual exposure modes only. 
• Control and Setup - The ergonomics on Ikelite housings is great. The shutter and AF-ON levers stand out with super sensitive and natural feeling curved levers. All push-button controls are machined and hard anodized aluminum to reduce weight and resist salt build-up. The back of the housing is laser engraved with control symbols which will never fade or fall off. The camera mount is front-loading for easy installation and removal. A small mounting plate attaches to the bottom of the camera and secures in the front of the housing. 
• Viewfinder - The housing includes the Super-Eye Viewfinder provides an enhanced view of the camera's optical viewfinder when viewed through a dive mask. The viewfinder removes quickly and easily for the attachment of an optional Straight Magnified Viewfinder (Type 1) or 45° Magnified Viewfinder (Type 3)

The Canon EOS R7 in Review

The Canon EOS R7 is one of Canon's newest and highest performing APS-C mirrorless camera. It is a wonderful alternative for people looking for an outstanding value in an underwater camera - both for photo and video. Combining the impressive 32.5 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC X Image Processor and intelligent focusing, one is almost guaranteed of the greatest possible clarity and class-leading image quality are achieved. The Canon EOS R7 is capable of capturing 32 MP photos with 5-axis in-body image stabilization and 4K/60p video. It has a top-notch dual-pixel autofocus system that can track animal eyes that was transferred from the well-known Canon EOS R5. With high speed 30 fps video recording makes the Canon EOS R7 Mirrorless Camera sought after, by wildlife, sports and action capture.

Read our in-depth review of the Canon EOS R7 underwater, and see some sample images below of the cameras abilites underwater:

Animal eye autofocus tracking was successful in this wide angle photograph of a lingcod. Photo captured with the Canon R7 in an Ikelite R7 housing, dual Ikelite DS 230 strobes, and the Tokina 10-17mm fisheye lens. f/9, 1/80, ISO 500

Excellent dynamic range and detail captured with the Canon EOS R7 in an Ikelite R7 housing with a Tokina 10-17mm fisheye lens and dual Ikelite DS 230 strobes. f/9, 1/80, ISO 500

This image of greenling eggs was captured with the Canon EOS R7 in an Ikelite R7 housing with a Canon RF 100mm macro lens and a Marelux Soft pro snoot. f/16, 1/160, ISO 320

For other options, see our other recommended strobes see our Buyer's Guide for Best Underwater Strobes

For other options, see our other recommended strobes see our list of best underwater video lights.

Underwater Settings Guide: