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Sea & Sea Optical YS Converter S1 for MDX-a7II housing for Sony a7II, a7R II & a7S II Cameras

A compact unit that converts the camera's TTL signal to a light signal. The converter can be mounted on the camera's accessory shoe and can be connected to (a) SEA&SEA strobe(s) with Fiber-Optic Cable(s) (*). TTL and manual modes can be switched by pushing the mode switch on the housing.

SKU: # ss-50139

This product has been discontinued and is no longer in stock. Please scroll down for accessories and other options.

This product has been discontinued and is no longer in stock. Please scroll down for accessories and other options.

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Sea & Sea Optical YS Converter S1 for MDX-a7II housing for Sony a7II, a7R II & a7S II Cameras


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A compact unit that converts the camera's TTL signal to a light signal. The converter can be mounted on the camera's accessory shoe and can be connected to (a) SEA&SEA strobe(s) with Fiber-Optic Cable(s) (*). TTL and manual modes can be switched by pushing the mode switch on the housing.

SEA&SEA's Fiber-Optic Cable II must be used with an Optical YS Converter.

[ Specifications ]
  • [Controls] Power ON/Power OFF/TTL mode (indicated by blue lamp)/Manual mode (indicated by green lamp)
    • * Remaining battery level is indicated by flashing LED lamp.
  • [Auto Power Off] The converter will automatically power off if the shutter lever or the mode switch is not activated for more than one hour.
    • * The converter can be re-activated by pressing the mode switch.
  • [Power Source] 2 x AAA battery (Alkaline: 3.0V / Ni-MH: 2.4V)
  • [Power Source] (*1) Alkaline: 12 hours / Mi-MH: 15 hours (*2)
  • [Construction] Aluminum alloy (case)
  • [Dimensions (WxHxD)] 54.4 x 39.5 x 53.3mm / 2.1 x 1.6 x 2.1 inches (without cable)
  • [Weight] 154g / 5.4oz.
  • (Housing(s) compatible with Optical YS Converter/N1): MDX-70D
*1 Operating time depends on the battery brand, temperature and frequency of use.
*2 Operating time tested on 750 mAh batteries.