Kraken Abyss 10000 Video Lights
Compact, powerful, wide and even beam—purpose-built for serious underwater video.
The Kraken Abyss 10000 delivers a smooth, wide flood designed for true-to-life color and clean shadows. If you’re upgrading your underwater rig, this is a reliable step up in output and color quality from the best-known Kraken video lights.
Whether you’re a travel shooter or a working creator, this light anchors a compact cinema setup. Divers looking for professional Kraken lights will appreciate the even beam, intuitive controls, and robust build shared across the family of Kraken dive lights. These dive lights have an expansive 120° beam, high CRI 90 color accuracy, and 5600 K daylight-balanced output, the Abyss 10000 renders underwater scenes with natural, lifelike hues — preserving true colors without washed-out blues or dull tones. The updated push-button and dial interface, inherited from the Hydra series, replaces the older three-button design found on the Hydra 6000 and 8000v2. Brightness adjustments are now faster and more intuitive — even with gloves on.
- Up to 10,000-lumen, high-CRI daylight output with a soft, edge-to-edge flood
- Wide ~120° beam (underwater) for vignette-free coverage
- Multiple power levels and burst modes for flexible exposure
- Smart thermal management and robust, anodized aluminum body
- Color-accuracy tuned for natural reef and skin tones
Cinema-Smooth, Wide Flood
A uniformly illuminated frame saves time in grading and reduces hotspots on reflective subjects. The Abyss 10000 produces a broad, even field that keeps colors consistent from center to corner.
- Soft falloff for natural contrast
- Vignette-free framing for wide lenses
- Ideal as a primary for 4K/6K video
Intuitive Controls, Precise Output
Simple, glove-friendly buttons let you step through power levels or quickly access burst for stills. Dial in exposure without hunting through menus—stay focused on composition.
- Multiple stepped and fine control modes
- Quick access burst for hybrid shooting
- Clear battery and mode indicators
Built for Travel & Tough Conditions
A compact, anodized aluminum chassis, reliable sealing, and smart thermal protection mean dependable performance from cold water to the tropics and back.
- Corrosion-resistant materials
- Double O-ring primary seals
- Thermal and low-voltage safeguards
All-Day Power Options
Efficient LEDs and a high-capacity pack deliver strong runtimes. Add a spare battery to cover multiple dives and keep your shooting schedule on track.
- High-capacity rechargeable pack
- Multiple level runtimes to match dives
- Field-swappable for quick turnarounds
Why Buy From Bluewater Photo
- Authorized Kraken Sports dealer — genuine products and fresh inventory
- Expert pre-purchase advice and rig building from working shooters
- Warranty support and fast assistance if anything goes wrong
- Secure checkout, insured shipping, and careful packaging
Light your story with confidence—Abyss 10000 brings color and clarity back to your underwater world.
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Specifications
- Imaging
- Maximum output: 10,000 lumens (flood)
- Beam: ~120° underwater, smooth edge-to-edge
- Color: daylight-balanced with high CRI for accurate tones
- Modes: stepped power levels + burst for stills
- Power
- High-capacity rechargeable battery pack
- Smart thermal regulation and low-voltage protection
- Field-swappable battery; typical multi-dive endurance when using reduced power levels
- Build
- Hard-anodized aluminum body, tempered front port
- Double O-ring sealing; depth-rated for recreational and advanced diving
- Mount: YS or ball adapter compatible (commonly used with arms & clamps)
- Compatibility
- Works with compact, mirrorless, and cinema housings
- Pairs with wet wide lenses and color-correction filters
- Standardized with other kraken dive lights for matched color and UI
- In the Box
- Kraken Abyss 10000 light head & battery
- Charging accessories
- YS or ball mount (varies by configuration), spare O-rings, manual
- Kraken Sports Abyss 10000
- Battery Pack
- Padded Travel Case
- Ball Mount
- YS Mount
- Charger
- Charging Cable
- Spare O-Rings
Kraken Abyss 10000 Video Lights
1) Who is this for, practically speaking?
Ideal for divers shooting travel films, reef scenes, macro, and wreck interiors who need a consistent, wide flood from a compact light. If you’re standardizing across a rig, kraken video lights offer a familiar interface that helps mixed teams work faster.
- Great fit for mirrorless/compact housings with dual-arm video rigs.
- Useful for hybrid creators who alternate short clips and stills.
- Choose two lights for even coverage on wide lenses; one for focused scenes.
2) How do I confirm compatibility with my gear and workflow?
Verify physical mounts and control expectations before purchase. For kraken lights or any kraken dive light, match your tray/arm system and power/charging routine to your shoot plan.
- Interfaces & mounts: Confirm ball or YS adapters match your arms/clamps; check clearance with handles and wet optics.
- Supported modes: Ensure the light’s available output/mode behavior aligns with your camera’s frame rate, shutter angle, and white balance workflow.
- Cables & accessories: If using remote triggers, snoots, or diffusers, confirm mechanical fit.
- Need help? Share exact camera, housing, arms, and intended subjects—Bluewater Photo can verify compatibility and recommend the cleanest routing.
3) Setup & pre-use checklist
- Mounting: Attach securely to arms; tighten clamps but retain articulation. Balance the rig so it’s neutral or slightly negative.
- Placement: Start with lights slightly forward of the port, angled out to avoid backscatter; adjust for subject distance.
- Routing: Keep lanyards and any cords clear of controls and focus rings; confirm nothing snags during stow/deploy.
- Mode matching: Set initial power level and color approach to suit ambient conditions; save a fallback preset if available.
- Dry-run test: Power on, cycle modes, check indicators, inspect O-rings, and run a quick white balance on land before kitting up.
- Final sanity check: Before descent, confirm clamps, port seal, and that both lights respond to inputs.
4) Automatic vs. Manual/Custom—when to use which?
Use automatic or quick presets for fast-changing conditions; switch to manual/custom for repeatable results in controlled scenes.
- Automatic/presets: Good for swim-throughs and variable visibility; monitor exposure and lock a preferred level once stable.
- Manual/custom: Preferred for macro, interviews, or planned moves where you want consistent intensity and color handling.
- Workflow tip: Start on a safe auto preset, frame and white balance, then lock manual levels to avoid flicker or shifts. This mirrors how many pros use kraken dive lights day-to-day.
5) Reliability, maintenance & troubleshooting
- Pre-dive: Inspect and lightly grease O-rings; seat caps evenly; check buttons for smooth travel.
- During use: If output changes unexpectedly, verify clamp tension (aim drift), check for accidental mode changes, and re-set to the intended level.
- Post-dive: Rinse thoroughly in fresh water; operate controls underwater in the rinse to flush salt; dry before opening.
- Common fixes: Reseat batteries, inspect O-ring cleanliness, confirm mounts aren’t flexing, and re-balance arms to reduce sag.
- Spares: Carry O-rings, a small silicone grease tube, and at least one extra mount screw; consider a backup light for redundancy.
- Support: Bluewater Photo can walk you through a step-by-step check and confirm your setup against best practices for kraken dive lights and kraken dive light workflows.
Note: Features and behavior can vary by model, configuration, environment, and firmware. For mission-critical use, request a compatibility check and a tailored setup plan from Bluewater Photo.
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