Isotta Canon EOS R5 Mark II Underwater Housing
The Ferrari of the Sea
Isotta Housings ship WITHOUT Manual Flash Triggers, Flash Bulkheads, T-Socket & Ball Mounts for the Housing Arms to attach Strobes, Video Lights etc
The staff at Bluewater just can't get enough of Isotta's anodized aluminum underwater housings. Holding the Isotta Canon EOS R5 Mark II housing is like driving an intricate yet elegant luxury vehicle - complete with the opulent red finish. This housing is crafted from a light-weight anodized aluminum designed for the precise innerworkings of the EOS R5 Mark II. You won't find a housing on the market with a tighter fit to the camera. If a camera could have a glove, it would be an Isotta.
The housing is compact and lightweight, with precise ergonomics and ruggedness for any dive conditions. The Isotta EOS R5 Mark II Housing features a unique, yet very easy, way to open the housing with a single-hand locking system. In addition, the housing has a double o-ring seal design which ensures that your camera is safe and drastically decreases the chances of flooding.
Housing Features:
Single-Hand Locking System
The housings can be easily opened and closed using Isotta's innovative single-hand locking system. The single latch closing mechanism is a unique design and is effortless to operate while maintains a secure seal with its double steel pins design at the bottom of the housing.
Double O-Ring Seal
The Isotta Canon EOS R5 Underwater Housing utilizes the double o-ring seal design to ensure that the camera is always safe and dry inside the housing. It is always best to have a redundant o-ring on your seal to ensure that the housing is water-tight.
Comfortable Handles
The included adjustable dual handle of the housing provides comfort when shooting. The ergonomically designed handles makes operating the camera easy and comfortable even when wearing gloves.
Ergonomic Button & Lever Placement
The location of the function buttons and control levers have been well planned and everything is readily available at your fingertips, which makes operation of the camera smooth and straight-forward. In addition, the function buttons have been laser-engraved so that the button labels are easily visible in darker conditions.
Other Features:
- Camera Installation - The Isotta EOS R5 housing comes with a camera tray with locking mechanism. This makes it very straight-forward to install the camera in the housing and secures the camera perfectly in place.
- Construction - Isotta housings is made from high quality thermo-coated & anticorodal aluminum. This ensures that the housings are durable and allows maintenance of the housing to be simple and effortless.
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
While the Canon EOS R5 Mark II builds upon the impressive foundation of its predecessor, the original EOS R5, it introduces a host of significant improvements and enhancements. One of the most notable advancements is its impressive 45-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor. This high-resolution sensor delivers breathtaking detail and clarity, making it the perfect choice for capturing stunning landscapes, captivating portraits, and intricate product shots. The sensor's advanced design also ensures exceptional low-light performance, allowing you to capture stunning images even in challenging lighting conditions.
Additionally, the EOS R5 Mark II features a more advanced autofocus system, with improved subject tracking and eye detection capabilities. This ensures that your subjects remain in sharp focus, even in the most dynamic and challenging shooting scenarios. The camera's continuous shooting speed has also been improved, now reaching up to 20 frames per second in silent mode, making it an exceptional choice for capturing fast-paced action. The camera's eye detection autofocus is another game-changer, allowing you to effortlessly maintain focus on your subject's eyes, even when they're partially obscured or moving rapidly.
Anonther one of the most notable advancements is the camera's enhanced video capabilities, with the ability to record 8K video at up to 30 frames per second, a significant step up from the 8K at 25 fps offered by the EOS R5. But the EOS R5 Mark II's video capabilities don't stop at 8K; the camera also offers exceptional 4K video recording options, including 4K at 120 frames per second for smooth slow-motion footage.
Another key upgrade is the EOS R5 Mark II's improved thermal management system. This feature addresses one of the main concerns raised about the original EOS R5, which was prone to overheating during extended video recording sessions. The Mark II model incorporates enhanced cooling mechanisms, allowing you to record for longer periods without interruption, a crucial advantage for professional videographers and filmmakers.
Isotta EOS R5 - Recommended Lenses:
Wide-Angle
- Canon 8-15mm fisheye for exceptional wide-angle
- Canon 16-35mm II wide-angle lens for general wide-angle, sharks
- Canon 17-40mm in a compact wide flat port for pool / commercial shoots
- Canon 11-24mm - for exceptional wide-angle quality
Macro
- Canon 60mm Macro Lens
- Canon 100mm macro lens
Recommended Accessories:
Viewfinders
Strobes
- Sea & Sea YS-D3II
- Scubalamp D-Pro Underwater Strobe
- Kraken KS160 Underwater Strobe
- Marelux Apollo III 2.0 Strobe
For other options, see our other recommended strobes see our Buyer's Guide for Best Underwater Strobes
Video Lights
- Light & Motion Sola 2500F Video Light - Bluewater Exclusive!
- Kraken Sports 3500S+ Video Light
- Kraken Sports 5000S+ Video Light
- Kraken Sports Solar Flare Mini 8000 Lumen Video Light
- Light & Motion Sola Pro 12000 Video Light
- Light & Motion Sola Pro 15000 Video Light
For more options, read our best underwater video lights recommendations.
Ball Mount
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Canon EOS R5 Underwater Housings
- Canon R5 Mark II Underwater Housing for Diving
- Isotta Housings
- Underwater Photography Equipment
- Best Underwater Strobes
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Red color anodized aluminum body
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Ergonomic side handles, adjustable (via optional accessory)
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Two fiber optic connections standard(to use the flash needs an optional trigger)
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Two M16 holes and one M24 for installation of accessories, e.g. syncro cords, vacuum valves, monitors
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Back housing completely detachable from the front housing
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Tray with lock for the easy insertion of the camera
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Single-hand closing knob for the back of the housing
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Aluminum buttons and dials with engraved symbols identical to camera controls
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Wide back display viewfinder glass
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Double O-Ring seals on all buttons and removable parts
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Moisture sensor with LED indicator (replaceable battery)
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Removable port 120 mm bayonet
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Ports security latch to prevent accidental opening
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Wide, rubber covered feet for solid footing on boat floors or sea floor
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M8 hole located on upper side of the housing for various accessories such as focus lights
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Two M6 holes located on housing bottom side for different accessories such as brackets for strobes or tripods
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Prepared for ISOTTA vacuum (not included)
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External viewfinders can be mounted, INON X-2 compatible
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Sizes (LxHxP): 291.6x185.3x137.4
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Depth rated to 100 metres;
- Housing
- Front lid
- Handles
- ISOTTA standard viewfinder
- Moisture sensor
- Fiber optic connections (to use the flash needs an optional trigger)
- Spare o-ring kit
- Silicone grease 15gr / 0,5 oz
- 2 years manufacturer warranty (excluding batteries);