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    Gates Housing for

    CANON XL1s

     
    Make history as you record history. Canon's ongoing quest for video image perfection has yielded the new XL1s Digital Video Camcorder. Combining true ability of the mini DV format and an industry-first mini DV interchangeable lens system, the XL1s delivers the finest image quality with unprecedented flexibility-for either full-motion videos or still images. XL1s Specifications for the Gates Housing: Controls the housing are: On/off, Run/stop, Room, Neutral density filter, Auto/manual focus switch, Manual focus, Iris control, White balance and Still photo.

    Features
    Durable, "Bulletproof" machined aluminum, black type II 'hard' anodize finish, and sealed with a nickel-acetate process. Reliable Mechanical Controls means no sticky buttons or faulty electronic controls. No batteries required!
    3X and 16X Lens support for a wide variety of on-location demands. Also supports up to two lens filters or diopters inside the housing. Quality Optics means clarity, sharpness and no vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images.
    Positive Lock stainless steel latches confirm your housing is sealed and secure. External Color Monitor gives you a big 2.5" picture of your subject for clear, no-guesswork images. (Standard)
    Accommodates all Camcorder Battery Sizes for maximum shooting between re-charges. NTSC and PAL are both supported in the Gates XL1 and XL1s for true global capability
    Color Correction Filter flips in and out to use when you need it, where you need it.  2-Year Warranty. Only Gates offers a 2-year renewable warranty on all housings.
    Specifications

    Standard Controls (Mechanical)

    • Power On/Off
    • Photo
    • Auto / Manual Focus
    • External "Flip" Color Correction Filter
    • Manual Focus
    • Manual Iris
    • Neutral Density Filter
    • White Balance Mode
    • White Balance Set
    • Run/Stop
    • Zoom

    Dimensions

    • 16" L x 10.5" H x 11" W (14"w/handles)
    • 41 cm L x 27 cm H x 28 cm W (36 cm w/handles)

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    Ports (Bayonet)
    • 3X Lens Port
    • 16X Lens Port

    Weight

    • Dry: 22 lbs / 10 kg
    • Neutral (and adjustable)

    Depth Rating

    • 450 feet / 107 meters

    Batteries

    • Accepts all sizes Canon XL1 and XL1s batteries up to BP-945

    Warranty

    • 2 Years
    Port Options
    3X Lens Port
    For Wide Shots, this port is designed specifically for the Canon 3X lens.

     

    16X Lens Port
    Best suited for close up and macro work, this port supports the 16X lens. The port allows filters and/or diopter elements to be added to the 16X lens.
    Light Options
    NiteRider Pro HID Light System
    The finest in HID video lighting. 60 degree beam, 1.9 hour NiMH battery and 6000 degree color temp. in a robust, integrated package.
    The Gates F1000ES is a dedicated external strobe linked directly to the camera. When not in use, the F1000ES automatically enters a sleep mode to conserve battery life.
    Available Accessories
    Gates Pak
    For the global diver, the Gates Pak includes everything you'll need for that remote expedition: spare o-ring set, dome cleaner/polisher, Gates housing drying towel, and a hard-sided, waterproof case with pluck-foam liner. The Gates Pak is free with any purchase of a housing, port, and light system.
    Tripod Mount
    For truly stable, professional looking images, mount your Gates housing to a tripod or monopod with this convenient accessory. The tripod mount has two threaded inserts to accommodate nearly all tripod attachment systems.
    Parts / Upgrades / Custom Design
    Whatever your underwater needs, Gates is here. Spare parts, domes, o-rings, ports, Gates Pack upgrades, just call us and we'll help you choose the products that best suit your needs.
    Water Alarm
    For that extra peace of mind, Gates offers an optional moisture detector for nearly all housings. In the rare event that water enters your housing, the detector sets off a shrill warning easily heard underwater.
    Microphone
    Capture the sounds of the underwater world – whale song, reef clatter, or your buddy’s bubbles – with this submersible microphone.
    Gates Pole
    Want to see what's below the water without getting wet? Now with the Gates Pole, you can. Available in three telescoping lengths with an articulating pivot head, you get maximum control of your Gates housing for those shark shots and boat inspections. With the optional video cable you can view everything topside in real time.

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