Nauticam underwater housing NA-R3 Housing for Canon EOS R3 Camera (without port)

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Nauticam NA-R3 Housing for Canon R3 Camera

Along with the Sony A1 and Nikon Z9, the Canon R3 is one of the most exciting new cameras of the year in the world of underwater photography. All three cameras represent the culmination of each manufacturer's technological developments combined in a professional-level mirrorless hybrid body. The R3 raises the performance level of the features that make Canon a popular choice among underwater users, such as Dual Pixel AF and top-notch video recording specs, while delivering outstanding still image quality.

Specifications

Dimensions: 363 (W) x 236 (H) x 161 (D)
Weight on land: 3.6 kg
buoyancy in water: +0,6 kg (incl. camera and battery)
also depth: max. 100m

Introduction to the Canon EOS R3 camera
The Canon EOS R3 appears to be the mirrorless sibling of the 1DX Mark III DSLR in every way. It performs many of the same tasks and adds a few extra features through the use of the electronic viewfinder and larger RF lens mount. The full-frame 24.1MP stacked CMOS sensor not only has incredible low-light performance, but can also shoot full-width 6K video in both raw and compressed formats at up to 60 frames per second. The R3 features Canon's industry-leading Dual Pixel AF system with 100% field coverage and the now-revived Eye AF system.

Dual Pixel AF II
Canon's Dual Pixel autofocus system has long been a favorite among underwater photographers, especially when it comes to capturing subjects. The R3 adds an additional mode for animal detection that could make the system even more reliable when tracking moving subjects. Field of view coverage is 100% with 1053 zones to ensure accurate focusing no matter where the subject is located.

Low-light performance
The ability to increase a camera's ISO without major sacrifice is critical for underwater photographers in both stills and video, as higher aperture shots provide sharper corners and slower shutter speeds mean less motion blur. Higher video frame rates are also beneficial, as the photographer can maintain a 180° shutter without compromising aperture values. When using color correction filters, which can often remove more than a full stop of light, compensation via ISO is not as important to overall image quality. Maintaining dynamic range even at high ISO values is also important for shooting in natural light or under poor water conditions.

Improved controls
The R3 has an additional control wheel located on the top right of the back of the camera that doubles as a mode control. This wheel can be assigned a variety of functions, such as ISO, and is adjusted via a dedicated control wheel on the body within easy reach of the right grip.

Video Capabilities
The Canon R3 can record 6K video at up to 60 frames per second, either in raw or compressed format. 6K recording uses the full sensor width, which means no loss of field of view. 12-bit 6K shooting is possible in both uncompressed Canon Raw and compressed Raw-Light formats. 10-bit H.265 is also possible, in both HDR-PQ and Canon Log3 gamma curves, to maximize dynamic range for post-processing while maintaining smaller file sizes than in Raw format. It is also possible (when using supported cards) to simultaneously record 10-bit 4:2:2 DCI 4K 60p video. For those who want higher frame rates, 10-bit 4:2:2 compressed 4K/120fps can also be recorded, downsampled from the full sensor width. A natively sampled 4K S35 crop is also an option, allowing for greater magnification or the use of APS-C lenses. The R3 also outputs a clean 6K signal over HDMI via an HDMI micro-type D connector. Direct custom white balance in Live View is also now possible, making an important feature for underwater video even easier.

Stabilization
The R3 features 5-axis in-body image stabilization (IBIS) that provides up to 8 stops of correction for even smoother video and less blur.

Large electronic viewfinder
The R3's EVF is a 5.76 million pixel OLED screen and features an OVF simulation mode that takes advantage of the OLED screen's wide dynamic range to reproduce a scene as it would look through an optical viewfinder. The lower dynamic range of electronic viewfinders has always made them difficult to use underwater, especially in high contrast or backlit conditions. This feature can be easily turned on and off by assigning it to a custom function button. When using the electronic shutter, which has an X-Sync speed of 1/180 sec, the EVF allows true "no-blackout" shooting at up to 30 frames per second.

The Nauticam NA-R3 underwater housing
The Nauticam NA-R3 professional aluminum underwater housing for the Canon EOS R3 full-frame mirrorless camera is a true hybrid shooting solution, just like the R3 itself. Nauticam has continuously supported both Canon's professional DSLR lineup and the growing full-frame mirrorless RF mount cameras with innovative underwater housings, and the new NA-R3 is the combination of all these technologies. The new NA-R3 is a combination of all these technologies. By combining elements of our 1D Series housings with those of the R Series, the NA-R3 will be the highest performing housing for the R3 on the market.

Mission Control
Nauticam engineers design each housing to place the controls where they are needed most, and to make them easy to reach in a natural hand position. The NA-R3 features large knurled knobs for the main and sub commands, as well as an additional shoulder knob for the R3's customizable control wheel. A fourth control wheel near the front of the left grip can move the ring of the optional EF-to-RF lens adapter when using EF lenses. On the right side are a double thumb lever for Record and AF-ON, and single levers for M-Fn and Fn2. A lever on the left side operates the Pv control, which switches between exposure preview and OVF simulation modes on the EVF. Another double thumb lever on the left side is used for playback and magnification.

HDMI 2.0 and mounting points
The R3 can output clean 6K 60p via HDMI, and the NA-R3 has a large-hole M24 bulkhead to support an HDMI 2.0 connection to an external monitor or recorder. Mounting the monitor or recorder or other accessories is made even easier with 3 1/4"-20 mounting holes and an additional M10 mounting point on the chassis. See the Resources sidebar for supported monitor/recorder housings and recommended accessories.

Flash triggering
Flash triggering can be accomplished via the two included M14 electronic bulkheads (one is pre-installed in the M24 bulkhead via a removable M26-M14 adapter). When using fiber optic triggering, the built-in fiber optic cables can be used with the optional manual LED or TTL flash triggers to provide the desired type of flash power control.

Professional Premium Optics
The NA-R3 is based on the N120 Canon RF mount port system, which supports a wide range of Canon RF mount lenses with a choice of optical glass and acrylic ports. Because lenses can be detached for both EF and RF-mount lenses, the NA-R3 can support both lens ports without modifications to the body. The EF-RF lens adapter is housed in the body and allows the N120 Canon EF mount port system to be used without additional extension rings. When switching between an EF and RF lens, the camera must be removed to install or remove the adapter. The Nauticam line of premium professional optics offers unparalleled optical quality and expanded creative possibilities. When paired with the Canon RF 14-35 F/4 IL USM lens, the WACP-2 provides an impressive 140º field of view while delivering an incredibly natural-looking image and excellent corner sharpness. The SMC-1 delivers 2.3x macro magnification for the RF 100mm macro lens, while the SMC-2 delivers 3.3x.

Vacuum check and leak detection system
The electronics for the Nauticam Vacuum Check and Leak Detection System are pre-installed in the enclosure, so only the optional M16 Vacuum Valve (25625) is required. This monitoring system provides continuous information on the watertight and submersible condition of the enclosure. A simple color-coded LED light system indicates to the user that the vacuum is stable or that the housing is losing vacuum. Leak detection is integrated into the same circuitry so that an audible and visual signal sounds when water is present. The Nauticam system is temperature compensated, so false alarms due to changes in outside temperature or the camera heating up during an action-packed dive are avoided.

Resources

Included

NA-R3 housing with two handles and mounting balls
2 pieces 5-pin bulkhead pre-installed
90222 replacement o-ring, o-ring remover and lubricant
2x optical bulkhead caps
Panasonic CR-2450 battery (for moisture alarm)
Set of Allen wrenches
Manual and instruction card
Padded case and shoulder strap

Recommended accessories

25221 M10 Flash mounting ball for housing
25625 M16 Vacuum valve II (push button release)
32211 Nauticam full frame viewfinder straight 32°/ 1:1
32212 Nauticam full frame viewfinder straight 40°/ 0.8:1
32213 Nauticam full frame angle finder 32°/ 1:1
32214 Nauticam full frame angle finder 40°/ 0.8:1
32201 Nauticam 180° straight viewfinder
32203 Nauticam 45° viewfinder
26301 Flash trigger for Canon
26321 TTL flash trigger for Canon
26216 Universal light guide cable
19561 Gear for Canon EF-EOS R control ring mounting adapter
26320 Control Kit for Canon Drop-In Filter Mount Adapter EF-EOS R, Compatible as of SN A482725
28130 Hand strap for 28113 (for NA-1DXII/1DXIII/D500/D5/80D/A9)
25017 M14 6-pin bulkhead for Canon system
25020 Canon hotshoe connector for a M14 Nikonos bulkhead (X and ground connection only)
90222 Housing O-ring (inner diameter =220mm, cross section =4.0mm)

Accessories for HDMI output

Required accessories for HDMI 2.0 cable system

25086 M24 adapter for HDMI 2.0 cable (incl. tightening tool)
25077 M24D1R205-M28A1R170 HDMI 2.0 cable (for NA-XT3 for use with Ninja V enclosure (SN from A387700)

Monitor enclosure

17922 Nauticam Atomos Ninja V Enclosure for Atomos Ninja V 5" 4Kp60 4:2:2 1 0-bit Reorder/Monitor/Player (excl. HDMI 2.0 cable)
17922S Nauticam Atomos Ninja V-S Enclosure for Atomos Ninja V 5" 4Kp60 4:2:2 10-bit Reorder/Monitor/Player (excl. HDMI 2.0 cable) with Atomos AtomX SDI Module

Required accessories for HDMI 1.4 cable system

25033 Standard HDMI bulkhead with M16 thread*
25081 M24-M16 down adapter
25076 HDMI (D-D) cable in 200mm length for NA-XT2 (for internal connection from HDMI Bulkhead to camera)

*25033 is included in the monitor housing

Monitor housing

17920 NA-502B-H Housing for SmallHD 502 Bright Monitor
17923 NA-Shinobi-H Enclosure for Atomos Shinobi 5.2" 4K HDMI Monitor
17925 NA-503-H Enclosure for SmallHD 503 UltraBright On-Camera Monitor

Required accessories for surface control via Ethernet

16281 Lemo Bulkhead housing with integrated Ethernet cable
16282 Nauticam Ethernet surface cable in 45 meter length
16283 Nauticam Ethernet surface cable in 5 meter length

Required monitor mounting system

17951 Nauticam Atomos Shogun enclosure mounting system
17954 Tripod plate for NA-A7S and NA-GH4
17957 Nauticam Atomos Shogun enclosure mounting adapter for NA-S1R/S1H/BMPCC/E2F
17960 Universal Quadra Pod Plate for Nauticam Housing