I've been on the fence for like 6 months, not sure if I should go with seafrogs because of concerns over quality..just based on the price point. This video helps with some of those concerns. Thanks mate!
Hey really glad that it helped! I have always been so impressed with the quality of the housings, a really great place to get into underwater photography from! Let me know how you get on, and if you have any other questions at all!
@@PhillGraaf I've had mine for about 7 8 months and its been great. No leaks, but I always make sure to test the housing before I put my camera in it. Just make sure to take care of it how they say to take care of it.
I really wish they made these housings to include the battery grips internally. Especially the XT-3 is a good example of why having the extra batteries and boost switch onboard really increases useability.
thx for the video and the code! I will use it as soon as I order :) Also, I have this question i can't seem to find an answer for: I'd like to use my waterhousing on my xt3, but with a Samyang 12mm lens. I'd have to set up manual focus and aperture before, of course, but will it fit in any dome? I'd be happy if you know that!
@@benbattell oh wow! thanks for the quick answer! Glad to hear that, as I think the Samyang will really be a good fit for surf / wave photography. Really happy to hear that actually!! thanks again Ben!
Ahh, I didn't realize this I had hoped they would (I know it was in R&D)! Such a shame, I imagine It was a pandemic issue I know their factory closed for a long while.
Hi, just had a look at the prices with a with glass 6" Flat Port. XF 18-55mm lens. Cost for that with your discount is still $642 or £526. Is that about right do you think? Thanks :o)
@@benbattell Great channel! I agree about the audio. The music is a bit too busy and fast paced for this content (I was thinking that even before reading Pedro's comment). It feels like we are watching one thing but then hearing some other video's audio at the same time. also not sure if you are using an external mic or not (could be the small room your in). But great content! I just got mine yesterday (for the Sony A6400) and at first was surprised you didn't get the handle and then later realized they don't have it for the X-T3 (same goes for the Canon M50). Not sure why. I thought it was pricey until I understood it has a trigger for taking photos (not video). I was going to get one for my M50 since the camera is way cheaper if it leaks and gets destroyed, but the case for it is a lot more $$. Did you get extra springs so you can replace the rusty ones in your latch (in case they become unusable)? Mine came with an extra set included in the price. I'm also surprised that your case remains hinged on one side - unhinging from both sides is an improvement in the Sony's version 3 (as well as adding the red safety switch in the hinge). I got the 8" dome too. I plan to get a single handle tray like yours too. Good idea to put your name on it! Is that a body board leash you attached? If not, can you please post a link to it? I've been wondering what to use to make sure it doesn't get away :) Good luck with your new channel! Subbed!
@@3VAudioVideo Hey Thanks for the feedback! I was using a shotgun on top but I think being in the van next to the road didn't help! Also good to know on the music front, more mellow from now on! I need to double-check but I don't recall getting extra springs included?! I have the dome as well! good fun for split shots! Cheers for subscribing! Yeah it is an old body board one! I will upgrade that at some point i think but has done me fine up until now!
I normally don't use a lens wider than the 18-55 kit lens which is great in the flat port or the Dry dome port V.1 I have tried the 7Artisans 12mm but I didn't bond with it!
Hello! no worries! So there is no option to manually control the focus distance (location can be adjusted) in the housing so the options are to set the focus manually before you put the camera in the housing or use auto focus!
Very good, I'm thinking about buying the salt line for sony a6400, for surfing photos, I'm just a little uneasy about how this box will behave in everyday situations in friction with waves of various sizes, have you ever had any problems with these boxes? this is reliable for me to perform my work in the surf area.
Hey Giulianno thanks for the question! I use mine in the surf all the time and haven’t had any problems! They are pretty sturdy! Just make sure to keep the seal clean and lubricated with silicone!
I just left a comment about the housing I got for my A6400 (in reply to Pedro - should be above your comment thread). Seafrog makes a pistol grip for this case - this is specifically for surf photography (but of course can be used for scuba/snorkel too). So I believe it should handle surf/waves too (as mentioned on their site too). I ordered it this Monday night and arrived 2 days later (Wed) - super fast from Hong Kong to West Coast USA! This seems to be the real deal! I saw a review where a guy had a Seafrog for a few years and thought it was time to upgrade. Got an Ikelite and liked the Seafrog better at some like a 1/3 of the price (after all the add-ons). I'd suggest to be patient and learn everything about taking precautions so it won't leak and it should last a long time. Seafrog has a long YT video on first time use specifically for the A6xxx case. If you haven't seen it, please do.
Hi Ben! Which lenses fit in this thing? Do the 16mm fit? And What about the 10-24mm? I suppose the small primes 23mm f2 and 35mm f2 fit? Or do I need a dome for those?
Hey glad you found it useful! I use this Tray handle: seafrogs.com.hk/collections/aluminium-tray/products/aluminium-diving-grip-for-underwater-camera-housings-v-ii dont forget to use my discount code "benbattell" for 5% off!
Hey mate! Thanks for that review, so informative! A question: how do you change the 18-55 f2.8/4 lens aperture when you're on water? I haven't found a way to customize the buttons to change the aperture. Thanks!
Hey Stanley, unfortunately as far as I am aware you can't I have tried and researched this heaps, practically the only thing that you have to set before you go in the sea! (In the old X-T1 housing you had an extra nob that you could adjust it with! Only worked with the 18-55 however!) One thing you can do is set different apertures for stills and video before you put your camera in the housing which is super useful!
@@stanley_freire the big question! It really depends as quite often the light is not that great so I want to stay as open as possible, but if it's an epic day and I want to get super sharp details, up to about F8!
Hey! Yes for the X-T3 and I imagine other Fuji ones it is, as you have access to the required controls from outside the housing!! A full list of controls is on the seafrogs website for each housing if I remember correctly!
@@benbattell is there any chance to switch the shutter speed 1/125 to 1/250 to 1/320.. so the small steps? or is it possible to adjust just the big shutter speed steps.. 1/125 to 1/500 to 1/1000 to 1/2000 so on..
I’ve got the sea frogs a6xxx housing for my Sony a6000 and it’s solid! What made you choose the xt3 over Sony, was it just that you didn’t want to switch over to Sony as you’ve already invested heavily in your xt3 system?
Hey Andy! Yeah they are great right! I actually had a Fuji X100T back in 2016 and loved it so stayed with Fuji since then, X-T1 then X-T3, I like the tactile controls and think they look pretty rad too, so not really considered switching! Plus as you mentioned, invested heavily in lenses already! Imagine the a6000 must be great in the water too, little smaller form factor etc!
@@benbattell yeah having access to all the controls was the main reason why I chose the sea frogs housing. The A6000 is great but a bit outdated know, I’ve had it for nearly 6 years. Time for an upgrade I think.
@@benbattell I’ll be sticking with the Sony a6xxx system but undecided wether i want the a6400 or a6500. Leaning more towards the a6500 for the stabilisation as my sigma glass doesn’t have oss built in.
@@andydartnellad What kind of photos do you take in the water, diving or surfing? I'm looking at this box for the sony a6400 salt line, for surf action photos, I know I'll find myself in unfavorable situations with surfers, in the matter of being very close, and with that the contacts with the waves and friction will be inevitable in certain moments, is this box ready for this? without giving me a headache and that will make me feel secure in these situations.
Great question! I have had a quick look, and I think that it would fit in the F.P.2 housing as it's a little smaller than the 16-55mm that it is designed for however there is no zoom gear so you would have to set it before you put it in the housing, unless you managed to use the 16-55mm zoom gear with a little extra padding below it... hope that helps!
@@benbattell Thanks for the reply Ben, have you got F.P1 also? that is the port I was going to get as it fits some of my other lenses and I dont own the 16-55. Cheers
@@martinjg3662 Hey Martin, I was thinking that if you get the 16-55 zoom gear it may fit your 16-80mm (perhaps!!) have the F.P1 and use it with a range of Fuji and Viltrox primes! The largest being the Viltrox 85mm! Would highly recommend it!
@@benbattell thanks for reply again Ben. Yes I have the Viltrox 23 1.4 and assumed that would fit also got a Laowa Macro lens which might work but it's only maual focus. Probably ok for snorkelling but not for a dive!
Hey! I actually have a video (my latest one) on my channel on how I set up my housing! Running through all these things, take a watch and let me know in the coments if you have any more questions! Cheers!
Hey! That will be the water sensor perhaps there is a bit of moisture on the strip, a dry cloth wiped along the strip inside the housing should sort it out!🤙
Hey SO the housing for the X-T4 is similar but not the same as the cameras are a different shape! I think that they have a model out for the X-T4 now specifically!
Hey Kyle, the 10-24 fits in the fp1 housing for x-t3 it doesn’t have a zoom gear though so you would have to set it before putting it in the housing! Hope that helps!
Really hope this video helps! Please give it a like and Subscribe if it has! Cheers Team! (Discount code in Description!)
thank you for the video do you think xt4 would fit in ??
Awesome! I'm using the same housing with the dome port!
Thanks for the code and all the info!!!
No worries glad it helped!!
I've been on the fence for like 6 months, not sure if I should go with seafrogs because of concerns over quality..just based on the price point. This video helps with some of those concerns. Thanks mate!
Hey really glad that it helped! I have always been so impressed with the quality of the housings, a really great place to get into underwater photography from! Let me know how you get on, and if you have any other questions at all!
Thanks for the review! Super helpful!
thank you so much for the code!! just bought one for my Sony a7iii
Epic! Stoked to hear that, you will love it!
hey man, how is the housing? I want to get one for my A7III too but many reviews say its bad and leaking...
@@PhillGraaf I've had mine for about 7 8 months and its been great. No leaks, but I always make sure to test the housing before I put my camera in it.
Just make sure to take care of it how they say to take care of it.
This looks so cool! I would love to have a go at in water photography, and this housing looks great! Thanks for the review!
Thank you!
I really wish they made these housings to include the battery grips internally. Especially the XT-3 is a good example of why having the extra batteries and boost switch onboard really increases useability.
Hey I didn't see this comment! Totally agree! that would be great! Also that bit of extra weight would give great stability for in water video too!
Hey Ben - do you have a link to the side grip you attached? The SeaFrogs one is £90!
Sorry for the huge delay!! this is my one www.saltedlineeurope.com/products/aluminium-handle-grip
thx for the video and the code! I will use it as soon as I order :) Also, I have this question i can't seem to find an answer for: I'd like to use my waterhousing on my xt3, but with a Samyang 12mm lens. I'd have to set up manual focus and aperture before, of course, but will it fit in any dome? I'd be happy if you know that!
No worries, glad it helped! the dome fits the Samyang 12mm I actually was using just that set up last week!
@@benbattell oh wow! thanks for the quick answer! Glad to hear that, as I think the Samyang will really be a good fit for surf / wave photography. Really happy to hear that actually!! thanks again Ben!
I really love these housing, I already have 2 for my Sony’s, but is so sad that they are not making one for xt4
Ahh, I didn't realize this I had hoped they would (I know it was in R&D)! Such a shame, I imagine It was a pandemic issue I know their factory closed for a long while.
I emailed them they said they are making one for the xt4 that should be out around december
Hi, just had a look at the prices with a with glass 6" Flat Port. XF 18-55mm lens. Cost for that with your discount is still $642 or £526. Is that about right do you think? Thanks :o)
Hey yeah this is about right!
What size dome/lens combo did you use for split shots? Very informative video btw, thanks!
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Hey sorry for the delayed reply I was using the 18-55 kit lens for split shots!
hey is this housing compatible with the XT 2 model? great video!
Hey, thanks, unfortunately its not due to the different shape of the X-T2!
Thank you for the review, nice job.
P.S.: Your sound is very poor, there´s plenty of room for improvement there.
Hey Pedro, thanks for your comment, would be great to learn what you thought was could be improved with the sound??
@@benbattell Great channel! I agree about the audio. The music is a bit too busy and fast paced for this content (I was thinking that even before reading Pedro's comment). It feels like we are watching one thing but then hearing some other video's audio at the same time. also not sure if you are using an external mic or not (could be the small room your in). But great content! I just got mine yesterday (for the Sony A6400) and at first was surprised you didn't get the handle and then later realized they don't have it for the X-T3 (same goes for the Canon M50). Not sure why. I thought it was pricey until I understood it has a trigger for taking photos (not video). I was going to get one for my M50 since the camera is way cheaper if it leaks and gets destroyed, but the case for it is a lot more $$. Did you get extra springs so you can replace the rusty ones in your latch (in case they become unusable)? Mine came with an extra set included in the price. I'm also surprised that your case remains hinged on one side - unhinging from both sides is an improvement in the Sony's version 3 (as well as adding the red safety switch in the hinge). I got the 8" dome too. I plan to get a single handle tray like yours too. Good idea to put your name on it! Is that a body board leash you attached? If not, can you please post a link to it? I've been wondering what to use to make sure it doesn't get away :) Good luck with your new channel! Subbed!
@@3VAudioVideo Hey Thanks for the feedback! I was using a shotgun on top but I think being in the van next to the road didn't help! Also good to know on the music front, more mellow from now on! I need to double-check but I don't recall getting extra springs included?! I have the dome as well! good fun for split shots! Cheers for subscribing! Yeah it is an old body board one! I will upgrade that at some point i think but has done me fine up until now!
Do you ever use a wider lens? If yes, what and what dome port. Thanks
I normally don't use a lens wider than the 18-55 kit lens which is great in the flat port or the Dry dome port V.1 I have tried the 7Artisans 12mm but I didn't bond with it!
Hay ben thanks for the vid.
I wonder how can you get control od the focus while shooting underwater.
Do you use auto focus 😢
Hello! no worries! So there is no option to manually control the focus distance (location can be adjusted) in the housing so the options are to set the focus manually before you put the camera in the housing or use auto focus!
Very good, I'm thinking about buying the salt line for sony a6400, for surfing photos, I'm just a little uneasy about how this box will behave in everyday situations in friction with waves of various sizes, have you ever had any problems with these boxes? this is reliable for me to perform my work in the surf area.
Hey Giulianno thanks for the question! I use mine in the surf all the time and haven’t had any problems! They are pretty sturdy! Just make sure to keep the seal clean and lubricated with silicone!
@@benbattell Dude, that's awesome, thanks for the tip.
@@giuliannomoroni7860 No worries dude! Have fun out there!!
I just left a comment about the housing I got for my A6400 (in reply to Pedro - should be above your comment thread). Seafrog makes a pistol grip for this case - this is specifically for surf photography (but of course can be used for scuba/snorkel too). So I believe it should handle surf/waves too (as mentioned on their site too). I ordered it this Monday night and arrived 2 days later (Wed) - super fast from Hong Kong to West Coast USA! This seems to be the real deal! I saw a review where a guy had a Seafrog for a few years and thought it was time to upgrade. Got an Ikelite and liked the Seafrog better at some like a 1/3 of the price (after all the add-ons). I'd suggest to be patient and learn everything about taking precautions so it won't leak and it should last a long time. Seafrog has a long YT video on first time use specifically for the A6xxx case. If you haven't seen it, please do.
Hi Ben! Which lenses fit in this thing? Do the 16mm fit? And What about the 10-24mm? I suppose the small primes 23mm f2 and 35mm f2 fit? Or do I need a dome for those?
Sad they don't offer one for the xt4 :(
It’s coming! I have spoken to them, massive delays due to Covid but it should be out soon!
Hi Thanks for the video this is helpful, could you provide a link to the grip or what grip you are using please.
Hey glad you found it useful! I use this Tray handle: seafrogs.com.hk/collections/aluminium-tray/products/aluminium-diving-grip-for-underwater-camera-housings-v-ii dont forget to use my discount code "benbattell" for 5% off!
Hey mate! Thanks for that review, so informative! A question: how do you change the 18-55 f2.8/4 lens aperture when you're on water? I haven't found a way to customize the buttons to change the aperture. Thanks!
Hey Stanley, unfortunately as far as I am aware you can't I have tried and researched this heaps, practically the only thing that you have to set before you go in the sea! (In the old X-T1 housing you had an extra nob that you could adjust it with! Only worked with the 18-55 however!) One thing you can do is set different apertures for stills and video before you put your camera in the housing which is super useful!
@@benbattell That's what I thought. No worries though. What is the "main" aperture that you usually go into the water with these lenses?
@@stanley_freire the big question! It really depends as quite often the light is not that great so I want to stay as open as possible, but if it's an epic day and I want to get super sharp details, up to about F8!
@@benbattell epic mate! Thank you so much! I will try to share my results as much as I can when I receive mine!
@@stanley_freire Epic, make sure you tag me so I can see can't wait to see how you get on!
is it possible when you a in video mode to switch to photo mode without coming out of the water and opening the whole case and switch the flip? cheers
Hey! Yes for the X-T3 and I imagine other Fuji ones it is, as you have access to the required controls from outside the housing!! A full list of controls is on the seafrogs website for each housing if I remember correctly!
@@benbattell is there any chance to switch the shutter speed 1/125 to 1/250 to 1/320.. so the small steps? or is it possible to adjust just the big shutter speed steps.. 1/125 to 1/500 to 1/1000 to 1/2000 so on..
I’ve got the sea frogs a6xxx housing for my Sony a6000 and it’s solid! What made you choose the xt3 over Sony, was it just that you didn’t want to switch over to Sony as you’ve already invested heavily in your xt3 system?
Hey Andy! Yeah they are great right! I actually had a Fuji X100T back in 2016 and loved it so stayed with Fuji since then, X-T1 then X-T3, I like the tactile controls and think they look pretty rad too, so not really considered switching! Plus as you mentioned, invested heavily in lenses already! Imagine the a6000 must be great in the water too, little smaller form factor etc!
@@benbattell yeah having access to all the controls was the main reason why I chose the sea frogs housing. The A6000 is great but a bit outdated know, I’ve had it for nearly 6 years. Time for an upgrade I think.
@@andydartnellad Yeah exactly, i love having all that control in the water! What are you looking at for the upgrade??
@@benbattell I’ll be sticking with the Sony a6xxx system but undecided wether i want the a6400 or a6500. Leaning more towards the a6500 for the stabilisation as my sigma glass doesn’t have oss built in.
@@andydartnellad What kind of photos do you take in the water, diving or surfing? I'm looking at this box for the sony a6400 salt line, for surf action photos, I know I'll find myself in unfavorable situations with surfers, in the matter of being very close, and with that the contacts with the waves and friction will be inevitable in certain moments, is this box ready for this? without giving me a headache and that will make me feel secure in these situations.
Great video Ben, quick question: Do you know if you can use either port (dome or standard) with the 16-80mm lens?
Great question! I have had a quick look, and I think that it would fit in the F.P.2 housing as it's a little smaller than the 16-55mm that it is designed for however there is no zoom gear so you would have to set it before you put it in the housing, unless you managed to use the 16-55mm zoom gear with a little extra padding below it... hope that helps!
@@benbattell Thanks for the reply Ben, have you got F.P1 also? that is the port I was going to get as it fits some of my other lenses and I dont own the 16-55. Cheers
@@martinjg3662 Hey Martin, I was thinking that if you get the 16-55 zoom gear it may fit your 16-80mm (perhaps!!) have the F.P1 and use it with a range of Fuji and Viltrox primes! The largest being the Viltrox 85mm! Would highly recommend it!
@@benbattell thanks for reply again Ben. Yes I have the Viltrox 23 1.4 and assumed that would fit also got a Laowa Macro lens which might work but it's only maual focus. Probably ok for snorkelling but not for a dive!
Hi Ben! Do I need to use the anti fog sheets? or when do I need to use it? And, Do I need to lubricate the O ring in every session?
Hey! I actually have a video (my latest one) on my channel on how I set up my housing! Running through all these things, take a watch and let me know in the coments if you have any more questions! Cheers!
Just bought one and I've opened it up and it started beeping. I don't know enough and currently cannot find info on how to turn it off. Can you help?
Hey! That will be the water sensor perhaps there is a bit of moisture on the strip, a dry cloth wiped along the strip inside the housing should sort it out!🤙
@@benbattell Thank you!
Do you know if this housing is compatible with the X-T100 ?
Hey this particular housing is only compatable with the XT3 they offer options for a few othe Fuji models but not the X-T100 as yet.
Can you use an X-T4 on this?
Hey SO the housing for the X-T4 is similar but not the same as the cameras are a different shape! I think that they have a model out for the X-T4 now specifically!
Is there a port for the 10-24 lens?
Hey Kyle, the 10-24 fits in the fp1 housing for x-t3 it doesn’t have a zoom gear though so you would have to set it before putting it in the housing! Hope that helps!
Can this fit with fujifilm xt20?
Hi, unfortunately not, they only work with a single model, as the case is designed for the exact shape of the camera!