Fast Action Marine Imaging, Now Compatible and Upgrade-able to DSMC3 V-RAPTOR
Designed for one mission, the Gates Pro Action is the pro choice for fast action. Pro Action has a sleek, streamlined profile and integrated rear pivoting monitor, perfect for 'run and gun' scenarios. Pro Action is multi-camera compatible: RED DSMC2, RED DSMC, ARRI ALEXA Mini, and now RED DSCM3 V-RAPTOR. Current Pro Action owners can upgrade to V-RAPTOR as well, protecting your ROI.
Pro Action travels easy, fitting comfortably in a carry-on size Pelican case with camera / monitor / battery neatly tucked inside for the trip. Pro Action accepts all DSLR glass and smaller PL mount lenses, and various accessories extend Pro Action’s range including ‘pole cam’ action shots of risky shark action.
The Gates Pro Action Housing is tailor made for fast action, exploratory underwater imaging. And like all Gates products, Pro Action comes with our legendary 2 year warranty and customer support. Professionals know failure is not an option, that's why they never take a chance: they take a Gates!
Key Features
Integrated External Monitor Housing
Designed specifically for the Transvideo Starlite HD5 (not included), the integrated external monitor follows the sleek profiles of Pro Action, pivoting a full 90° for top or rear viewing. Top mounted External Monitors are optional, too.
Sleek Profile
and compact size makes Pro Action your travel companion, fitting into a carry-on case or backpack.
Multi Camera support, now including RED DSMC3 V-RAPTOR
Pro Action accepts four cameras: RED DSMC (Epic, Dragon, Scarlet), DSMC2 (Weapon, Scarlet-W, Raven), ARRI ALEXA Mini, and now RED DSMC3 V-RAPTOR.
60-series Precision Ports™
match the compact size of Pro Action. Gates workhorse 80-series ports are compatible, too.
Extensive Lens Support
DSLR glass and small cinema PL lenses are supported in Pro Action
Clean, Uncomplicated Design
with mechanical controls of lens and camera assignable buttons.
Simplicity = Reliability
Simple Run and Gun Controls
Access user assignables on RED and ARRI cameras.
Seal Check Lite
The Gates Seal Check Lite is included with Pro Action and assures housing integrity before entering the water. A mere 11oz / 320g it packs easy and travels lightly.
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.
Specifications
Controls
- All Configurations:
- System Power On/Off
- 2x Direct Coupled Mechanical Lens control
- REC / STOP switch
- Smart Corners (on Pivoting External Monitor)
- DSMC1:
- User Assignable x2 (camera front)
- REC / Assign (right side)
- DSMC2:
- User Assignable x2 (camera front)
- User Assignable A B C D (Sidekick Module)
- DSCM3:
- REC / User Assignable x1 (camera front)
- REC (backup only, right side)
- ALEXA Mini: User Assignable x 3 (left side)
Dimensions:
- Click here for Dimensional Drawings
Construction
- Machined Aluminum, Type III Hard Anodized finish
- Stainless steel hardware
Depth Rating
- 200 feet / 60 meters
Warranty
- 2 Years Renewable. Gates Warranty Details
Weight in Air
- <30 lbs / 13.6 kg including camera / battery / monitor
with SP60-6 Port
Weight in Water
- Fully Adjustable Buoyancy / Trim
Batteries
- V-Lock Type. See Required Equipment for details
Included Items
- Integrated ST5 External Monitor shell (StarLite monitor not included)
- Gates Seal Check II system
- Tool & O-Ring Kit
- Carry Lanyard Handle
Monitor Options
Pro Action External Monitor Options System Chart
Integrated Starlite ST5 External Monitor
(ST5 Monitor housing is included with Pro Action Housing. Transvideo Starlite HD5 is not included)
The Starlite ST5 is specifically designed for the Transvideo Starlite SDI monitor / recorder (not included), a compact, smartphone-size 5.0” / 125mm color OLED LCD. Accessible on the Starlite touch screen are 'Smart Corners' with direct access to a variety of functions including histogram, waveform and peaking. The ST5 External Monitor is fully integrated into Pro Action, and pivots a full 90° for viewing, framing and focus. The ST5 is also powered the Pro Action V-Lock battery, eliminating extra batteries and size.
Compact Size, Widescreen Display
5" / 125 mm widescreen display.
SDI Interface
is robust and reliable.
Assignable Smart Corners
Smart Corner controls on the touch screen provide user-assignable functions like peaking and histogram
External Power
The ST5 draws power from the camera for a more compact size and no additional batteries needed.
Display
- Transvideo Starlite HD5 (not included)
- Widescreen 5 .0 inch / 125 mm color LCD
Controls
- Power
- Assignable Smart Corner x4
Dimensions
- Not Applicable -- Integrated into Pro Action Housing
Input Formats
- HD-SDI / 3G-SDI
- Frame rates: 24P, 25p, 30p, 50i, 60i
Material
- Machined Aluminum, Type III 'Hard' Anodized finish
- Stainless steel hardware
Weight
- Not Applicable. Integrated into Pro Action Housing
Depth Rating
- 150 feet / 45 meters
Warranty
- 2-Years Renewable
Power / Run Time
- N/A -- power is received from Pro Action Housing v-lock battery
Port Options
The best camera in the world can't make up for poor optics. Poor optical design and materials introduce ‘image killers’ – distortions, aberrations, degraded resolution, or vignetting. Gates family of Precision Ports are sharp and clear: the finest optics for the finest underwater images. No image killers. Professional to amateur, super wide to macro, Gates Precision Ports suit a wide range of needs, conditions and experience. Of course all ports are backed by our legendary customer support and the same standard of excellence expected of all Gates products.
60-Series Ports
FP60 Flat Port
A simple, versatile port option for macro work or lenses that don't perform well with a dome port.
Versatile
The FP80 supports a wide range of lenses for medium to macro imaging.
Acrylic (Perspex) Element
a practical material for field use, minor scratches can be polished out.
Compact Size
Fits perfectly with the Pro Action sleek profile.
Field Replaceable
The FP80 element is user-changeable in the field.
Material
- Optical grade Acrylic / Perspex (standard)
Element Diameter / Clear Aperture:
- 5.6in / 142 mm Ø
Depth Rating
- 150 ft / 45m
Optical Notes
- Flat ports reduce Field of View (FOV) 20% underwater.
SP60-6 Dome Port
The SP60-6 is a 6in / 152 mm spherical dome port that preserves field of view (FOV) underwater, and is ideally suited for wide to fisheye imaging. Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass or optical grade Acrylic (Perspex) versions, the latter field serviceable / replaceable.
Versatile
For medium to wide and fisheye imaging, the SP60-6 supports a wide variety of lenses
AR Coated Glass
The SP60-6 is available with either Acrylic / Perspex dome or BK7 Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass domes.
Field Serviceable
Field Serviceable and replaceable dome (acrylic / Perspex only)
Material Options
- Acrylic / Perspex
- Anti-Reflective (AR) coated BK7 glass
Element Diameter / Clear Aperture
- 5.6in / 142 mm Ø
Dome Spherical Diameter
- 6 in / 15mm
Depth Rating
- 150 ft/ 45 m
80-Series Ports
FP80 Flat Port
Due to its larger front element, the FP80 supports a variety of medium to macro lenses – including external zooms. A simple, versatile port option. Both Acrylic (Perspex) and Glass versions available.
Versatile
The FP80 supports a wide range of lenses for medium to macro imaging.
AR Coated Glass
BK7 glass element with Anti Reflective (AR) coating is optional.
Shade
Shade choices include W075 (standard) and Macro (optional)
Field Replaceable
The FP80 element is user-changeable in the field.
Material
- Optical grade Acrylic / Perspex (standard)
- Anti-reflective (AR) coated BK7 glass (optional)
Element Diameter / Clear Aperture:
- 7.4in / 189mm
Shades
- W075 (standard)
- Macro (optional)
Depth Rating
- 450ft / 137m
Optical Notes
- Flat ports reduce Field of View (FOV) 20% underwater.
SP80-8 Dome Port
The SP80-8 is an 8in / 203mm spherical dome port that preserves field of view (FOV) underwater, and is ideally suited for wide to fisheye imaging. Medium to macro, too, when paired with compatible macro zoom lenses. Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass or optical grade Acrylic (Perspex) versions, the latter field serviceable / replaceable.
Versatile
For medium to wide and fisheye imaging, the SP80-8 supports a wide variety of lenses
AR Coated Glass
The SP80-8 is available with either Acrylic / Perspex dome or BK7 Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass domes.
Field Serviceable
Field Serviceable and replaceable dome (acrylic / Perspex only)
Material Options
- Acrylic / Perspex
- Anti-Reflective (AR) coated BK7 glass
Element Diameter / Clear Aperture
- 7.5in / 190mm
Dome Spherical Diameter
- 8in / 203mm
Depth Rating
- 450ft / 137m
SP80-10 Dome Port
The SP80-10 is a 10in / 254mm spherical dome port that, like it's smaller SP80-8 sibling preserves field of view (FOV) underwater for wide to fisheye imaging. The SP80-10 however, exhibits superior compatibility with rectilinear lenses, mitigating the soft corners classically found with dome ports in general. This particularly beneficial with certain cinema PL mount glass like Arri Master Primes and Ultra Primes.
The SP80-10 is available in Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass only.
Superior Rectilinear Compatibility
For medium to wide and fisheye imaging, the SP80-10 excels at rectilniear imaging, particularly with PL mount cinema lenses.
AR Coated Glass
The SP80-10 is made of optically pure BK7 Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass domes.
Versatile
The SP80-10 is compatible with hundreds of lenses. See Gates Compatibility Reference.
Material Options
- Anti-Reflective (AR) coated BK7 glass
Element Diameter / Clear Aperture
- 7.5in / 190mm
Dome Spherical Diameter
- 10in / 254mm
Depth Rating
- 450ft / 137m
Specialized Port / Adapters
MLA60 Macro Probe Lens Adapter
In collaboration with Venus Optics, the Gates MLA60 Probe Lens Adapter allows full submersion of the Laowa 24mm Macro Probe lens for truly unique macro imaging perspective. A long, tubular barrel with tiny lens tip can extend into the smallest of spaces, yet provide a remarkable 84° FOV, 2:1 magnification, and infinity focus. Further, the Laowa 24mm Macro covers full frame *and* larger sensors like RED Monstro from a standard Canon or Nikon mount.
Learn more about the MLA60 Macro Probe Lens Adapter
Unique 'Goby-Eye' Perspective
The Laowa 24mm Macro Probe lens offer remarkable 2:1 Magnification, wide 84° at the tiny lens tip and infinity focus.
Full Housing Integration
The MLA60 directly adapts iris / focus functions to the housing controls. Optional LED ring light power cable with on/off switching.
7in / 178mm probe extension
Collaboration with Venus Optics allows for full submersion of the 24mm Macro Probe while retaining generous barrel extension.
Required Components
- Laowa 24mm Macro Probe lens
- Full set of SPR60 Stackable Port Rings
MLA60 Construction
- Anodized Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- ABS Polymer gears (3D Printed)
Weight, Packing
- 1.3 lbs / 0.6 kg
Depth Rating
- 100 feet / 30 m
Warranty
- 2 Years . Gates Warranty Details.
- Laowa lens covered by separate warranty. Contact Venus optics for details.
NIKONOS RS ADAPTER KIT
Designed by Nikon specifically for underwater use, the Nikonos RS suite of lenses – 13mm fisheye, 28mm, 50mm macro and 20-35mm zoom -- remain underwater glass par excellence. They have a convenient bayonet mount / release system, and are fully integrated to Gates housings with both focus and iris functions mapped directly to the housing controls – a genuinely innovative design. And of course the Nikonos RS Adapter Kit comes with Gates 2 year warranty and legendary service.
Full Integration
Nikonos RS lens Focus and Iris controls are directly mapped to the housing controls.
Convenient Bayonet Mount / Release
Easy, fast lens change. No conflicts with Gates Seal Check system.
Compact Rig
The Nikonos RS lenses render a smaller overall system for easier travel and Natural History productions.
2-Year Warranty
Gates is synonymous with reliability and support. And only Gates offers a professional 2-year renewable warranty.
Required Components
- Nikonos RS Lenses
- 13mm / 28mm / 50mm / 20-35mm
Construction
- Anodized Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- ABS Polymer components
Weight
- Variable, depending on configuration
Depth Rating
- 250 feet / 76 m
Warranty
- 2 Years . Gates Warranty Details.
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Custom Ports
Custom Port
Gates Precision Ports extend to custom designs for specific applications like underwater UV imaging or Corrective Optics (CO) that adapt a specific lens for underwater imaging, and eliminating distortions / aberrations. Contact Gates to discuss your particular application.
Included Accessories
Seal Check Lite
The Gates Seal Check Lite is included with every DEEP DRAGON and assures housing integrity before entering the water. A mere 11oz / 320g it packs easy and travels lightly.
Integrated ST5 External Monitor Case
The ST5 External Monitor housing is integrated with the Pro Action Housing. It is designed specifically for the Transvideo Starlite HD5 field monitor.
Learn more about the ST5 on the "MONITOR OPTIONS" tab.
Spare Kit / Tool Kit / O-Ring Kit
All the items needed to setup and maintain Pro Action Housing
Carry Handle
Easy grip, transport and handling.
Optional Accessories
Port Rings
Support a variety of PL and DSLR lenses.
Specifically designed for underwater, Nikonos RS lenses can be adapted to DEEP DRAGON. Focus and Iris are mapped to the existing housing controls. Quick bayonet lens change and lighter / smaller rig for travel.
Nikonos RS Lens Adapter Kit
BODY CAP
Need added protection for travel or harsh setup environments? This body cap bayonets into place just like SPR's and Ports.
Surface and / or Underwater Command / Control of Astera Titan Tubes, the "the ultimate LED tube for filmmakers, TV studios and any creative person." Underwater Titan Tube (UT2)
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HD-SDI / UHD-SDI Surface Feed
Topside DP monitoring? High speed digital SDI video feed is available. 50 to over 300 feed, the link includes gold contact connectors and certified coaxial cable.
Cheeseplate Adapter
For mounting Pro Action Housing to anything -- pole, tripod, crane, etc.
Customization
Special modifications are routine. You really can have it ‘just the way you like’.
Support
Setup, Use and Care Guides
- Gates Pro Action Setup, Use and Care Guide
- Gates Pro Action Addendum - V-Raptor
- Gates Pro Action / Pro-Action-RAPTOR SU&C Guide ADDENDUM Nikonos RS
- Gates Underwater Housing General Care and Maintenance Guide
Port and Lens References
Surface Command / Control
General Reference
PRO ACTION REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
- Compatible Cameras:
- RED V-RAPTOR
- RED DSMC (Epic, Dragon, Scarlet)
- RED DSMC2 (Weapon, Scarlet-W, Raven)
- ARRI ALEXA Mini
- Camera Accessories:
- RED DSMC3: None
- RED DSCM2 (both are needed)
- RED Sidekick
- RED Jetpack SDI Module
- RED DSMC: None
- ARRI Mini: None
- Media
- RED DSCM3
- CFEXPRESS Card -- consult RED documentation for
supported brands / capacity
- CFEXPRESS Card -- consult RED documentation for
- RED DSMC / DSMC2:
- REDMAG or RED MINI-MAG
- ARRI Mini
- CFast 2.0 Memory Card -- consult ARRI documentation for
supported brands / capacity
- CFast 2.0 Memory Card -- consult ARRI documentation for
- RED DSCM3
- Camera prep / setup only (optional)
- RED DSMC3: RED CONTROL app
- RED DSMC2: RED LCD *or* REDMOTE (with Gates WRL LINKBOX for DSMC2)
*or* foolcontrol (via WiFi) - RED DSMC: RED LCD *or* REDMOTE
- ARRI Mini: ARRI Mini Viewfinder
- Battery Options
- REDBRICK
- Blueshape BV065, BV090, BV150 BV180, BV100HD, BV100HD SPLASH
- SWIT 8172 or 8192
- PAG 9303. 9304, 9308, 9309
- Other batteries possible within 6.5 x 3.5 x 2.1" / 16.4 x 9.0 x 5.2 cm envelope.
Contact Gates for guidance.
- LCD Options
- Lenses
- DSLR
- PL Mount under 102mm diameter or 128T Gear (0.8 MOD or 32 Pitch)