Sea Frogs Salted Line Underwater Camera Housing for Sony FX3/FX30

Sea Frogs Salted Line Underwater Camera Housing for Sony FX3/FX30: Professional Surf and Dive Protection

The Sea Frogs Salted Line Underwater Camera Housing is a high-performance, hybrid enclosure specifically engineered for the Sony FX3 and FX30 cinema cameras. Designed to bridge the gap between heavy dive housings and lightweight surf shields, the Salted Line series is built to withstand the “raw power” of the ocean, including heavy shore breaks and depths of up to 40 meters (130 feet). This housing allows filmmakers to take the industry-leading compact cinema line into the most challenging aquatic environments without sacrificing control or image quality.

Advanced Control and Enhanced Ergonomics

The Salted Line housing provides full access to almost all camera functions (excluding the touchscreen). To meet the demands of surf videography, the control buttons feature a 50% increase in spring stiffness compared to standard housings, providing superior tactile feedback and preventing accidental triggers caused by water pressure or heavy waves. It also features a larger LCD screen window for better visibility underwater and is fully compatible with a detachable two-stage shutter grip trigger (pistol grip), making it ideal for one-handed operation while swimming or surfing.

Professional Video Integration and HDMI 2.0 Support

A standout feature of this specific model is the integrated M33 port with HDMI 2.0 support. This allows for a high-speed connection to external underwater monitors, enabling creators to utilize professional tools like the Atomos Ninja V while keeping the system watertight. The housing also includes dual fiber-optic ports for connecting external strobes and a dedicated vacuum pump system port. This allows users to apply a vacuum seal and verify the housing’s integrity before entering the water, significantly reducing the risk of leaks.

Interchangeable Port System and Rugged Build

The housing utilizes a 90mm bayonet mount interchangeable port system, making it compatible with a wide range of Sea Frogs dry flat and dome ports. This versatility allows you to swap optics to suit different lenses, from ultra-wide fisheyes to macro primes. Constructed from high-strength polycarbonate and ABS plastic with a reinforced metallic bottom plate and a dual-sided metal latch locking system, the housing is both durable and lightweight.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Compatibility: Sony FX3 and Sony FX30 Cinema Cameras

• Depth Rating: 40 meters (130 feet)

• Port System: 90mm Bayonet (compatible with various dome and flat ports)

• Video Support: M33 port for HDMI 2.0 external monitor connectivity

• Safety Features: Inbuilt leak detection sensor and vacuum pump system port

• Construction: Polycarbonate, ABS plastic, and stainless steel hardware

• Mounting: Two 1/4″-20 stainless steel mounting plates for trays and accessories

• Audio/Flash: Dual fiber-optic ports for Sea&Sea type connections

• Weight: Approximately 1170g (2.58lb) for the body only