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The DS51 Substrobe's power rivals strobes twice its size, recycles in a quick 3.5 seconds, and provides 200+ flashes on a 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 and Manual Mode. When used with other manufacturer's housings, the DS51 Substrobe can only be used in the Manual Mode utilizing the six (6) power settings. Strobeand components are depth rated to 300' (90 meters).
IK410351 Ikelite TTL Flash Sync Cord attaches your Substrobe to the camera. Cordcomes with protective cap. Cap is machined from black Delrin, apply almost no squeeze to the "O" ring, and allow connector attachment on both ends of the synccord.
IK4086.61 arm system provides full strobe aim, allows easy strobe placement frommacro close-up to wide angle with two clamps and a 6" (15cm) extension. The overall extended length is 14" (34.5cm). The complete system removes with a pushof 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.