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The Ikelite DS51 Substrobe replaces the DS50, which has been a favorite of underwater photographers the world over. In addition to incorporating all the same great features of the DS50, the DS51 provides a Manual Exposure Mode with six (6) manual power settings in one-half f-stop increments for precise illumination of subjects underwater.
The compact, lightweight and affordable Ikelite DS51 Substrobe is an excellent choice for many underwater photographers. Its digitalelectronics make it fully compatible with digital cameras as well as traditional film cameras such as the Nikonos. The strobe can easily switch between TTL/Auto and any of the six (6) manual power settings for complete control over lighting the subject. The DS51's intensity and angle of coverage make it equally suited for macro and general photography. The strobe's wide-angle diffuser increases the angle-of-coverage up to 80 degrees, softens the light and helps to reduce backscatter. The DS51 Substrobe's power rivals strobes twice its size, recycles in a quick 3.5 seconds, and provides 200+ flashes ona set of batteries. Much shorter recycle times and more flashes per set of batteries can be realized during TTL/Auto operation.
When connected with a sync cord to compatible Ikelite housings, or the Nikonos camera system, the DS51 Substrobe offers TTL/Auto andManual Mode When used with other manufacturers housings, the DS51 Substrobe can only be used in the Manual Mode utilizing the six (6) power settings.
Ikelite Manual Strobe Controller for DS Digital Series Substrobes #4100.6
Provides 10 manual power settings in half-stop increments fo r SubStrobe DS-50 and DS-125 models.
The Manual Controller has a slave sensor allowing it to be triggered by another strobe; or any of our sync cords can be attached to the Controller bulkhead.
The Controller attaches to the strobe and mounts near the housing, providing maximum versatility and control of flash exposure. It can be used with normal or pre-flash camera and strobe systems.
A second strobe with a Manual Controller can be set to any desired power and will operate dependably with the built-in slave sensor of the Controller aimed at the subject or the primary strobe; or the Controller can be connected to a dual sync cord. A second strobe with a wireless TTL Slave Sensor will duplicate any manual power level it sees on the primary strobe.
4086.61 Ball Socket Arm system
The arm system allows easy strobe placement from macro close-up to wide angle without changing aim of the Sensor. The complete system removes with a push of the handle button.
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from Vancouver, WA on 8/25/2008
Comments about Ikelite Ikelite Substrobe DS-51 / Sync Cord / Ball Socket Arm Package for Ikelite Housings:
I am upgrading from a film camera (Sea&Sea MX-10) and got a Canon G9 and wanted a housing and strobe to go with it. I opted for the Ikelite Housing and the Ikelite strobes are a natural choice. My dilemma was deciding between the DS-125 and the DS-51. I finally decided on the smaller strobe due to both the cost (DS-51 is almost half the cost of the DS-125) as well as the smaller size and weight of the DS-51. After using it now for a few dives, I'm VERY glad I made the choice I did.
Also, I had read various reports of possible flooding problems, but so far have not had any difficulties and the strobe seems very solid.
The ball/socket arms are fine to work with, but I'd avoid the other (standard) arms because they look like they'd be hard to adjust to various positions.
Ikelite DS-51 strobe, housing, Canon G9 (front)
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Ikelite DS-51 strobe, housing, Canon G9 (back)
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from Austin on 3/19/2008
Comments about Ikelite Ikelite Substrobe DS-51 / Sync Cord / Ball Socket Arm Package for Ikelite Housings:
I couldn't believe how well my photos turned out with this flash (and Canon G-9 w/ Ikelite housing). I have shot a pre-flash "slave" unit before, with limited results, but this flash is awesome. Getting reading to buy my second one, and dual tray, for my housing, for longer shots.
from Los Angeles, CA on 11/8/2007
Comments about Ikelite Ikelite Substrobe DS-51 / Sync Cord / Ball Socket Arm Package for Ikelite Housings:
Finally bought a flash, and a number of professional and former professional photogs recommended this one. It's got great power and field, but much of my work is maco, for which I've had some overexposure issues, both on TTL (paired with Ikelite's housing) and the strobe's manual settings. Am hopeful I can get this worked out as the strobe has otherwise been excellent.