Underwater housing Gates for Z-CAM Z3 (3 models)

Underwater housing Gates for Z-CAM Z3 (3 models)

Gates Z Cam E2-S6, F6 & F8 Underwater Housing Z3 with Shinobi SD Monitor

Multi-camera support for Z-CAM Flagship Series E2-S6 / F6 / F8 means system management is required and mastered via Gates COMMAND / CONTROL module. The GCC interface provides direct camera and lens authority: smooth IRIS roller, ISO and SS up/down buttons, menu nav, and 4x assignables. All conveniently placed at the operator's left thumb tip. GCC is field update-able as firmware evolves, too.

Z3 breaks travel barriers. At 25 lbs / 11 kg fully rigged, Z3 is a backpack-ready, performance-to-size powerhouse. Optimized for diver operation, Z3 is balanced/trim out of the box, yet fully adjustable to different lenses/configurations. A vast range of DSLR, specialized, (Laowa macro probe) and compact PL (think Zeiss) glass are compatible with Z3's versatile Lens Gear Drive system -- a genuine innovation.

Z3 is, of course, everything you expect from GATES: Simple, reliable, "bulletproof". 2-year warranty, legendary global support. Seal Check peace of mind. Gates plug-and-play Precision Port and Stackable Port Ring strategy.

With Z3, Seal check, spare bits, tools -- it's all there. There's no 'nickel and diming' you with extra needed gear for an operational system. Only Gates offers this level of commitment to your success, to your ROI.

When failure is not an option: Don't take a chance....take a GATES!

Compatible Cameras: Z-CAM E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8
Observe that shipping from Gates USA to Exposure Underwater Sweden is not included in the price.

PRECISION PORTS

Precision optics means clarity, sharpness, and no vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images. 8 / 10 / 12.6 in (203 / 254 / 320mm) Dome Ports are AR-coated glass.
Gates recommended lenses for domes & ports
Gates lens compatibility reference chart

KEY FEATURES

COMPLETE COMMAND / CONTROL

Dedicated, direct connect camera control at your fingertips. Iris knob, menu nav, and 4x assignables in the Gates COMMAND / CONTROL module (which is field update-able as Z-CAM firmware evolves). Plus 12 ATOMOS LCD touch-screen controls.

FULLY INTEGRATED ATOMOS 5" MONITOR

Comfortable 15° view angle and daylight-bright, several LCD options are supported: Small HD503 Ultrabright, ATOMOS NINJA V, SHINOBI, and SHINOBI SDI.

CLEAN, UNCOMPLICATED, RELIABLE DESIGN

Another Gates mantra: simplicity = reliability: Convenience details are nice, but not at the expense of function, purpose, results.

SEAL CHECK LITE

Don't rely on a binary red/green light to keep your precious camera safe. Seal Check Lite's precision vacuum gauge puts you in charge of the go / no go decision. When unexpected things happen (and they do happen), Seal Check Lite is a troubleshooter, locating leaks and rapid return to action.

EXTENSIVE LENS SUPPORT

Gates unique Lens Gear Drive system is versatile, adaptable to DSLR, mirrorless, compact cinema (e.g. Zeiss), and specialized (Laowa macro probe) glass.

Further, Z3 is evolved from Pro Action / Pro Explore to accommodate larger lenses, up to 108mm gears / 136 teeth.

IT'S INCLUDED

No buying piece-by-piece. Z3 includes Seal Check Lite, spare kit, tool kit, Lens Gear Drives, system cabling, carry handle, and more. Just add Port(s) and Port Ring(s) specific to your application to make a complete kit.

BACKPACK READY

Setting the bar in performance to size, DEEP KOMODO weighs in at 25 lbs / 11kg fully rigged with the camera, batteries, LCD, DSLR lens and SP60-6 AR coated glass Dome Port. Ideal for the traveling underwater professional.

60 AND 80 SERIES PRECISION PORTS

Z3 supports the entire Gates suite of 6, 8, and 10" dome and flat ports. AR coated glass or acrylic / Perspex options.

2-YEAR WARRANTY. LEGENDARY FACTORY DIRECT SUPPORT.

Gates is synonymous with reliability and support, and only Gates offers a 2-year, renewable warranty on all housings.

ACCESSORIZE AND CUSTOMIZE

A range of accessories is available to suit the diverse needs of cinema, Natural History, broadcast TV, research, and military applications.

EXTERNAL MONITOR OPTION

Really want a top-mounted monitor with full swivel/tilt capability? You got it. The Gates NVS External Monitor, which accepts the same ATOMOS NINJA V, SHINOBI, or SHINOBI SDI LCD used in Z3.

SURFACE SUPPORT

Z3 would not be complete without consideration for surface tethers. 2X Universal bulkhead adapters utilize both Gates MultiConn and Pass-Through designs for SDI and data connections to the surface. 

SPECIFICATIONS

CONTROLS

Master System Power On/Off
2x Direct Coupled Lens Gear Drives
Run / Stop (Switch activated, right thumb)
Gates Command / Control Module:
IRIS
Menu navigation (MENU / SELECT /▲ / ▼ / ► / ◄)
4x Presets / Assignables
ATOMOS LCD - all lower screen focus / exposure touchscreen buttons
ATOMOS LCD - overlay toggle on / off
ATOMOS Power

CONSTRUCTION

Machined Aluminum, Type III Hard Anodized finish
Stainless steel hardware

DEPTH RATING

250 feet / 76 meters

WEIGHT IN WATER

Fully Adjustable Buoyancy / Trim

WEIGHT IN AIR

Variable depending on configuration
~25 lbs / 11 kg with
SP60 Dome Port, 2x SPR60-200 Stackable Port Rings, Z-CAM Camera
2x Sony NP-F970 Batteries
ATOMOS NINJA V, SHINOBI or SHINOBI SDI LCD
Canon 16-35f/2.8L III USM lens

WARRANTY

2 Years Renewable. Gates Warranty Details

CAMERA EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Cameras: Z-CAM E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8
Camera Accessories: None
Media: CFAST Media compatible with Z-CAM models E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8
Camera prep / setup only (optional): Z-Camera iOS or Android app
Battery Options: 2x Sony NP-F970 Batteries or equivalent
LCD: ATOMOS NINJA V, SHINOBI or SHINOBI SDI LCD
Lenses
DSLR (Canon EF) and Compact Cinema Glass (0.8 MOD or 32 Pitch)
Laowa Macro Probe (with Gates MLA60 Macro Probe Lens Adapter)
Max Lens Envelope:
SPR60 Port Rings
Max lens overall OD: 5.6 in / 142mm
Max lens gear OD: 4.25 in / 108 mm / 136 Teeth
Min lens gear OD: 3.1 in / 79 mm / 100 Teeth
SPR80 or PR80 Port Rings
Max lens overall OD: 7.5 in / 190mm
Max / Min gear OD: same as above.