The Ikelite 200DLM Underwater Housing for Canon EOS R8 Camera is designed to have the most streamlined form factor possible and provides ergonomic access to all important camera functions at depths to 200'. A built-in Ikelite bulkhead and manual flash hot shoe allow attachment of an underwater strobe out of the box, plus expandability to TTL exposure with the optional converter.

Add an optional vacuum kit to test your housing's waterproof seals prior to entering the water. A compatible lens port is required for waterproof operation (sold separately). For the correct port components for your lens, consult the port chart.

Depth Rating: 200'    Strobe Bulkhead with Manual Hot Shoe    Manual Flash Exposure, TTL Optional    Interchangeable DLM Lens Port System    Mechanical Controls    Access to All Essential Camera Functions

Ikelite's signature open-groove design suspends the rear O-ring in a natural position that is easier to maintain and more reliable than forcing the O-ring into a channel. Once the housing is closed you can see the O-ring form a solid, waterproof seal.

The specially formulated ABS-PC blend housing is highly durable, yet significantly lighter than aluminum. The light color keeps your camera cooler when shooting in warm, sunny environments.

Most popular zoom lenses and select focus rings can be engaged using simple gearing that puts adjustment right at your fingertips. Lens ports and zoom gears are sold separately. Refer to the appropriate port chart for compatibility information.

Use the camera's built-in Wi-Fi feature to download photos to another device without removing the camera from the housing. The Wi-Fi feature is only usable above water within close proximity to the connected device.

Controls are provided for all functions except: Diopter Adjustment Slider, Multi-Controller (can be pressed straight in), Depth-of-Field Preview Button, Focus Mode Switch

Unless otherwise noted, this housing does not accommodate the use of add-on grips, battery grips, eyepieces, LCD covers, or other accessories. Differences in lens and control placement prevent other camera models from being used in or adapted to this housing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work with an RX100 that has one of Sony's own stick-on hand-grips attached to the front?

A: You cannot put a RX100 camera with the hand grip in the Sony Underwater Housing for RX100-Series Cameras.

Q: 2. does it have an opening to allow for a dummy battery cable?

A: Yes, you can utilized a coupler (dummy battery) while your Canon EOS R8 has the SmallRig Foldable L-Shape Mount Plate for Canon EOS R8 attach. You will need to pull the ac cable on the coupler through the rubber door in the camera battery chamber.

Q: 3. Does this unit allow the RX100 V built in flash to be used directly?

A: No, the Ikelite Underwater Housing for Sony Cyber-shot RX100 Mark III, IV, or V offers Controls for all camera functions except Flash switch and Viewfinder switch.

Q: 4. Can this grip be used for the Rebel T8i which uses the same battery, LP-E17?

A: No it will not work. The battery door on the t8i doesn't come off and the footprint of the cameras are different.

Q: 5. To access the SD card, do you have to take the grip off?

A: Yes, you would need to take the grip off to access the memory card.

Q: 6. Will this work with the new RX100 VI?

A: I just received mine with a new RX100VI. It will work, but there are a few issues from what I can tell. First, the LCD doesn't line up quite right and you can't see the right few millimeters (not a big deal). Second, you have to make sure not to zoom past 70mm or the lens hits the housing and the camera then asks you to power down and then power back up to reset the zoom. So far this doesn't seem like a big issue, but I haven't used it underwater yet and I'm not sure how much of a nuisance this will be. (I have to amend my last post on this because I mentioned that the power button wasn't usable when the camera was in the housing. I was wrong, I just had it set up improperly.)

Q: 7. Does it works with Pocket 6k Pro?

A: The Ewa-Marine Underwater Housing for Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K and 6K can be used with the Blackmagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro (Canon EF) as long as the camera and lens combo does not exceed 7.5 inches.

Q: 8. is this cage compatible with the Canon RP? #SM4212 MFR #4212

A: No, the SmallRig Camera Cage for Canon EOS R8 (B&H # SM4212) is designed specifically for the Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera (B&H # CAER8). There is this cage for the Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera (B&H # CAERPB): SmallRig Camera Cage for Canon EOS RP (B&H # SMCCC2332 - bhpho.to/3qubZMz)

Q: 9. Is there an hdmi/usb Cable clamp add on for This cage?

A: At this moment Smallrig does not offer a cable clamp option for the SmallRig Camera Cage for Canon EOS R8.

Q: 10. Will this fit Canon R6?

A: No, the Canon BGR10 is the correct grip for the R6.