SEALIFE SportDiver Ultra Underwater Smartphone Housing

Original price was: USD $499.50.Current price is: USD $349.65.

SKU: SL405 Category: Tags: , Brand:

The SportDiver Ultra is easy to hold and use and offers a large shutter lever and rear control buttons for easy operation, even with dive gloves.And it can be used at every stage of life, whether you’re younger or a member of Arbor Terrace Mount Laurel.  Snorkelers and Divers can get more creative with their photos or video shot by using advanced camera settings*.  Adjust Zoom, Exposure (EV), Auto/Manual Focus, White Balance, Tint, Lens selection, RAW+JPEG mode, and video stabilization (on available phone models)*.

The SportDiver Ultra housing includes the free SportDiver app, unlike other smartphone housing apps, there are no annoying in-app purchases or ads.  You can easily switch between photo and video mode. The SportDiver App uses your phone’s camera technology native to each phone model*. The app supports the present and previous versions of OS, the app is updated according to new versions of the OS.

The App Playback mode shows full size photos and videos with vertical thumbnail strip to easily locate your images. Videos start playing automatically when selected. All files are also saved to the phone’s camera roll.  The SportDiver Ultra housing automatically connects to your smartphone and the SportDiver app using Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE) 5 wireless technology. No cables or buttons touch the phone and offers ultra-low power consumption for both the phone and the housing which is powered by two AAA batteries that last over 50 hours of continuous use.

Specifications

FeatureDetails
Free App NameSportDiver – in App & Play stores
Compatible PhonesWorks with Apple iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy, and most other Android phones. See compatibility chart.
Depth Rating130’ (40 m)
Power2x AAA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Battery Life50 hours
Two LED IndicatorsLeak Alarm pressure indicator:
– Flashing green: Vacuum pressure not applied
– Solid green: Vacuum pressure okay
– Flashing red: Leak detected
Power / Wireless Connection Status:
– Flashing blue: Powered on, not wirelessly connected
– Solid blue: Powered on, wirelessly connected
Wireless TechnologyBluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
App LanguageEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Traditional & Simplified Chinese
Instruction ManualPrinted manual in English. Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Dutch versions available for download from the SeaLife website.
ControlsShutter, Mode, Up (Zoom / Focus +), Down (Zoom / Focus -), Playback, and Camera Settings
Operating Temperature33°F to 110°F (1°C to 43°C)
Notes: Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat (e.g., direct sunlight, trunk of a car). Ideal storage in a cool, dry location with the housing door slightly ajar.
O-ringsSilicone Main Seal and Vacuum Check Port O-ring
Note: Requires SeaLife silicone lube (included). Only use SeaLife brand silicone lube. Other silicone lubes may cause O-rings to swell.
Replacement O-ring kit part #: SL40010.
Lens PortOptical glass lens port with anti-reflective coating applied to the inner lens surface.
Lens frame allows attachment of a color-correction filter while underwater.
Same lens port dimensions as the SportDiver SL400, so filters and lens accessories are compatible.
LCD WindowOptical grade polycarbonate full-screen display window.
(Screen Protector available – sold separately)
Tripod MountSeven standard ¼-20 tripod threads to attach accessories.
LanyardSeaLife deluxe padded lanyard with swiveled attachment clip.
ConstructionPolycarbonate housing with 304-316 stainless steel and hard-anodized T6061-grade aluminum metal hardware.
DimensionsExternal: 9.1” x 4.9” x 2.4” (23.1 cm x 12.4 cm x 6.1 cm)
Internal: 7.20″ x 3.15″ x 0.49″ (18.3 cm x 8.0 cm x 1.2 cm)
Weight28.5 oz. (808g) UW housing – with batteries, red filter, and Moisture Muncher (without phone)
BuoyancyPositive 5.3 oz. (150.4 g) UW housing only – with batteries, red filter, and Moisture Muncher
Subtract weight of phone to calculate total UW buoyancy in seawater.
Warranty1-year limited warranty or longer depending on local government regulations.
CertificationCE, ROHS, FCC (FCC ID: 2ACKF-SL405)

SportDiver App for iOS and Android

ModesDescription
PhotoPush shutter to capture image
VideoPush shutter to start/stop video recording
Settings MenuAdjust camera settings (See below)
PlaybackView photos and videos
iOS SettingsDescription
LensUltrawide, Wide, Telephoto and Triple (Depends on iPhone model)
FocusAutomatic or Manual
White Balance (WB)Auto, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Manual (3000K to 8000K) in 100K increments
Temperature (WB)When WB is set to Manual, adjust color temp between 3000K to 8000K in 100K-step increments
TintWhen WB is set to Manual, adjust color tint between +150 to -150 in 10-unit increments. iOS only
Exposure Value (EV)-3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
Aspect Ratio4:3 or 16:9
Image FormatJPEG, HEIF, ProRAW, ProRAW+JPEG, ProRAW+HEIF
Image Resolution12MP or 48MP. 48MP when ProRAW Image Format is selected
Video ResolutionHD, 4K, or ProRes (Depends on iPhone model)
StabilizationAuto or Off. Applies to video recording only
Self-TimerOff, 3 sec, 5 sec or 10 sec.  Counts down time after pushing the shutter to capture image or start video
Power SaveOff, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display BrightnessFrom 10% to 100%
Leak AlarmOn or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
VersionDisplays current iOS app version installed on phone
On-screen DataDisplays exposure settings. This setting is located in SportDiver app Permissions
Android SettingsDescription
LensSelect single or multiple lenses (Depends on phone model)
FocusAutomatic or Manual; Push OK button to access and adjust manual focus
Shutter SpeedAuto or manual (1/30 sec to 1/2000 sec)
ISOAuto or manual (50 to 3200)
Exposure Value (EV)-3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
White Balance (WB)Auto, Manual, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Daylight, Cloudy
Manual WB(2000K to 1000K) in 100K increments
3-Shot BurstCaptures 3 images within 1 second
Photo ResolutionDisplays all available photo resolutions. Maximum photo resolution is 12MP
Video Resolution4K, 1080p or 720p at 30 frames per second (fps)
Color EffectsOff, Black & White, Negative, Sepia (Depends on phone model)
StabilizationOn or Off. Applies to video recording only
RAW+JPEGOn captures JPEG and RAW; Off captures JPEG only (Depends on phone model)
Power SaveOff, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display BrightnessFrom 10% to 100%
Leak AlarmOn or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
On-screen dataOn or Off (Displays exposure settings when On)
System ResetYes or No (Resets settings to factory default)
Important
App supports iPhones and Android smartphones with current and previous operating system installed.
Some settings may not be available depending on the phone make/model.
Some settings may be blocked out (not accessible) depending on other conflicting settings.
For example, ProRAW image format is only available with 4:3 Aspect Ratio.
Lens selection setting may not include all available phone lenses.
Telephoto lens not available for Android phones.
Check Apple App Store and Google Play store for any SportDiver app updates.
New app versions are being developed continuously to open more features.
Delete Function
Push OK button in Playback mode. Android only. Feature to be added to iOS app with future update
Battery level indicator
Indicates remaining battery life of phone and UW housing
Zoom
Yes – zoom range depends on lens selection and phone model.
File Location
Photos and videos are saved to phone’s Photos app for editing and sharing

Features

Compatible with virtually all smartphones, including iPhones 8 and up, Samsung Galaxy® and other popular Android® phones.  See compatibility chart: sealife-cameras.com/sportdiver-compatibility

Easy control– Large shutter lever and rear control buttons for easy operation, even with dive gloves.

Access popular camera settings – Intuitive SportDiver camera app layout and controls that utilize the smartphone’s native camera technology. Get creative by using advanced camera settings.  Select phone lenses. Adjust zoom, exposure, focus, white balance, aspect ratio. Shoot 4K video or RAW and JPEG image formats.  Note: Available settings vary depending on the phone make/model.  Some phone makers block certain features. Download the free SportDiver app to view available setting on your phone.

Shoot photos or record video – Easily switch between photo and video modes.

Leak Avoidance System – A pre-dive pressure monitory analysis gives you the assurance and confidence that the underwater housing is 100% airtight and waterproof before entering the water.  In the unlikely event of a leak while underwater, a secondary wet sensor alerts you of any water entry.

Sealed electronic circuitry to protect against damage from accidental water drops entering the housing when opening after diving.

Durable optical glass lens port design – New landscape-oriented lens port accommodates most multi-lens phones including the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.  Ultrawide lens setting will not vignette.

Includes underwater color-correction filter that restores natural underwater colors. Filters for green algae water and UW fluorescence imaging are also available (sold separately)

Free SportDiver camera app ensures your privacy – No monthly subscription or in-app advertising.  No email or phone registration required.  SeaLife does not collect any personal data.   Free download available at Apple App Store or Google Play.

Playback photos and videos – App Playback mode shows full-size photos and videos with a vertical thumbnail strip to easily locate your shots.  Videos start playing automatically when selected.  All files are also saved to the phone’s photo app.

Bluetooth® wireless technology – UW housing automatically connects to your smartphone using Bluetooth® Low Energy BT5 wireless technology. No cables or buttons touch the phone.  Ultra-low power consumption.

Holding spring and rubber grip tabs securely holds phone in place and adds shock-protection.

Expandable with Sea Dragon underwater photo-video lights and underwater wide-angle / macro lenses.

Standard 1/4-20 accessory mounting bar – Seven standard ¼-20 tripod mounts for attaching underwater lighting or any tripod mountable accessory.

Cam-lock sealing mechanism easily and securely locks waterproof door.

Powered by two AAA batteries that last over 50 hours of continuous use.  AAA alkaline batteries are readily available no matter where your adventure take you.

Anti-fog design when SL911 Moisture Muncher capsule is used.

Depth rated to 130 ft / 40 m – Each housing is individually depth tested.