Aquatica D200 + iTTL converter

This is how my aquatica is set up

...isn't the wiring supposed to look like this the 4 cond. flat cable is actually the strobe output and should be connected to nikonos bulkhead while the 6 cond plug on the back right should be connected to hot shoe since ittl needs all 5 signals. You say you were shooting wired like this?

Ikelite has sync cords #4104.31 and #4104.32 that allow manual use of the DS SubStrobes with any housing that has a Nikonos bulkhead. Shown on following URL, and at bottom of that page what contacts to cover if you do not have the special sync cord. Manual EV Controller can also be utilized.

 

http://www.ikelite.com/web_pages/sync_cord_d1x.html

 

TTL circuitry in a sync cord will be available eventually. Not a cheap solution, but should work fine if we can work it into the schedule. Too many projects and not enough fingers to keep up...............

well, I might just have to go with the ds200 and the EV controller and wait patiently then.

Yes, you don't need the converter to have ittl [and other modes depending on camera] with the sb800.

 

I have one housed in a Sealux housing...used it together with a DS-125 when my 2nd DS-125 flooded [possible to do this with a Fuji S2]. The SB800 can be used for macro, strobe [RPT] mode could be interesting to play around with...if you want to use a 2nd SB800 you have to go for a Sealux housing [or any other that has a window over the sensor] but range for reliable communication between master and slave might be a problem underwater [don't really know only have 1 sb800 housed myself].

Agree that it is better to use a proper underwater strobe(s).

Thanks!!

I have decided to start with 1 Inon z240 for now. As there will be so much to learn and deal with I want to go easy for now. In the future I will likely add on an SB800 to get more options UW and have a topside flash.

Thanks again to everyone for the great help!