Underwater Strobe

Backscatter is your expert resource on underwater strobe and flash systems for film and digital cameras. We stock a huge line of underwater strobes priced for new users and experienced professionals. Please click to USED link to view our used underwater strobe selection or browse the underwater strobe list below. Please contact our expert staff for recommendations and technical questions.

Sea & Sea TTL YS Converter/N for Nikon

$599.95

Sea & Sea TTL YS Converter/N for Nikon

This converter is equipped with a built-in TTL PCB that connects a Nikon digital SLR with SEA&SEA Series-YS strobes and uses the cameras TTL flash adjustment to control the amount of light put out by the strobe.

Sea & Sea YS-17 TTL Strobe

$249.95

The New YS-17 TTL strobe is a compact and affordable strobe suited for most digital cameras out in the market!

Inon S2000 S-TTL Underwater Strobe

$365

Inon has produced a very small but powerful strobe in the S-2000 model! It measures in at 2.5" width X 3.3" Height X 4.2" Depth.

Ikelite DS161 Substrobe

$1099.95

The DS161 Movie Substrobe combines all of the functionality of the renowned DS160 with a powerful 500 lumen LED video light. This strobe is everything you need for stunning photos and video.

Nauticam Underwater Strobe R200 Housing for Nikon SB-R200 flash

$570

The NA-R200 housing is for Nikon wireless speedlight SB-R200, which is compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System.

Sea & Sea YS-02 Underwater Strobe

$319.95

The new Sea & Sea YS-02 Strobe features a circular beam angle of 100 degrees x 100 degrees and a guide number of up to 20. The YS-02 is a new compact-type slave strobe that can be used for all applications from wide-angle to macro photography.

Sea & Sea YS-01 Underwater DS-TTL Strobe

$429.95

The new Sea & Sea YS-01 Strobe features a circular beam angle of 100 degrees x 100 degrees and a guide number of up to 20. The YS-01 is a new compact-type slave strobe that can be used for all applications from wide-angle to macro photography.

Olympus UFL-2 Underwater Strobe

$599.99

The UFL-2 is an incredibly light and compact TTL underwater flash that is waterproof up to a water pressure equivalent to a depth of 60 meters. It is specially designed for use with Olympus digital cameras and compatible underwater cases.

Sea & Sea YS-D1 Underwater DS-TTL Strobe

$599.99

The Sea & Sea YS-D1 is the most powerful compact strobe currently available. We have tested the YS-D1 against the other strobes currently on the market and the YS-250 is the only strobe to marginally beat it. With easy to use controls, running on 4 AA batteries, and compatibility with both electronic and fiber optic sync cables, it is easy to see why the YS-D1 is the new favorite among underwater shooters.

Sea & Sea YS-250 PRO Underwater Strobe

$1069.95

The Sea & Sea YS-250 underwater strobe is one of the brightest strobes on the market. Specially designed for digital photography, the Sea & Sea YS-250 features 12 power level control, a wide warm beam, and a built-in LED target light.

Olympus UFL-1 Underwater Strobe

$269.99

This underwater slave flash requires no cables and enables divers to capture stunning images even in the darkest waters. The UFL-01 is incredibly compact and light weight. It has been designed and specially customized for use with Olympus Digital cameras and Underwater Housings. Waterproof to 40 meters, this underwater flash is one of only a few that allow TTL underwater flash photography in slave mode - ideal for multiple flash applications and single flash macro shots.

Ikelite Underwater Substrobe DS-161 with Li-ion Battery & Charger Set

$1099.95

In a real world, side-by-side comparison, the DS161 remains one of the brightest strobes on the market. More importantly, the quality of light is exceptional due to a round flashtube and reflector designed specifically to delivery the softest, most even coverage possible.

Ikelite Underwater Substrobe DS-160 with Li-ion Battery & Charger Set

$949.95

In a real world, side-by-side comparison, the DS160 remains one of the brightest strobes on the market. More importantly, the quality of light is exceptional due to a round flashtube and reflector designed specifically to delivery the softest, most even coverage possible.

Ikelite Manta Optical TTL Strobe

$599.95

We set out to strip the underwater strobe down to the essence of form + function. To start, we developed Pre-Flash Recognition Technology, giving the strobe a unique ability to automatically adjust to almost any camera's pre-flash sequence or lack of pre-flash. There's no switch or magnet, not even a "set" button for this feature. The Manta can set and reset itself on-the-fly, even if you switch from a pre-flash to a non-preflash mode in-between shots underwater.

Ikelite DS160 Strobe Front

$599.95

This strobe front is compatible with NiCad, NiMH, and Li-ion battery packs as featured on our DS125 and DS161 strobes. Battery pack sold separately.

Olympus UFL-3 Underwater Strobe

$499.99

Amazingly compact and so light youll barely notice it, the new UFL-3 underwater flash is a serious tool for serious divers. Waterproof to an incredible 246 feet (75 meters), this adaptable flash is specifically designed to work seamlessly with a number of Olympus camera/underwater housing combinations.

Ikelite AF35 Secondary Strobe Package

$449.95

The AF35's built-in sensor transmits data from the camera's flash to the AF35 strobe, varying the strobe's power automatically to replicate TTL exposure. The AF35 sensor is positioned to provide the most reliable strobe triggering possible without exposed cables which require maintenance and can tangle or break.

Sea & Sea YS-03 Universal Lighting System Underwater TTL Only Strobe Package

$319.95

As the YS-03 has been designed to mimic the light intensity of the camera's built-in flash, it is not necessary to manually adjust output. The YS-03 is compatible with any camera with a pre-flash and that has a TTL flash exposure function, regardless of make.

Package Includes

Sea & Sea YS-03 Strobe
Sea & Sea Compact Flex Arm
Sea & Sea Fiber Optic Cable II
Sea & Sea Compact Digital Tray

Ikelite Underwater Substrobe DS-161 with NiMH Battery & Charger Set

$999.95

The quality of light is exceptional due to a round flash tube and custom powder coated reflector designed specifically to deliver the softest, most even coverage possible. Strobes with a straight flashtube may be capable of high powers, but require the addition of a diffuser to spread out their sharp, rectangular beam pattern and reduce the harsh hot spot. The DS161 beam is designed to be perfectly soft and wide spread through its reflector design, and is capable of providing you the coverage and power you want and avoiding the one f/stop loss caused by adding a diffuser.

Ikelite Underwater Substrobe DS-161 with Li-ion Battery & Charger Set (2nd Gen)

$1199.95

The quality of light is exceptional due to a round flash tube and custom powder coated reflector designed specifically to deliver the softest, most even coverage possible. Strobes with a straight flash tube may be capable of high powers, but require the addition of a diffuser to spread out their sharp, rectangular beam pattern and reduce the harsh hot spot. With the 2nd. Generation, state of the art Li-ion battery technology, produces over 450 full power flashes at an unprecedented 1.4 second recycle time.

Ikelite DS160 Underwater Strobe with Li-Ion 2nd Gen. Battery & Charger

$1049.95

The DS160 quality of light is exceptional due to a round flash tube and custom powder coated reflector designed specifically to deliver the softest, most even coverage possible. State of the art Li-ion battery technology produces over 450 full power flashes at an unprecedented 1.4 second recycle time. Ikelite's proprietary quick-release toggle system attaches the battery pack with ease and confidence, making a flooded battery virtually impossible.

Sea & Sea YS-03 Underwater DS-TTL Only Strobe

$299.95

Ikelite Underwater Substrobe DS-160 with NiMH Battery & Charger Set

$849.95

The DS160 combines power with wide angle coverage to give you the most bang for your buck. The quality of light is exceptional due to a round flash tube and custom powder coated reflector designed specifically to deliver the softest, most even coverage possible. Strobes with a straight flashtube may be capable of high powers, but require the addition of a diffuser to spread out their sharp, rectangular beam pattern and reduce the harsh hot spot.

Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT Flash

$299.99

Topside Strobe, Not for Underwater Use
Compact, Portable & Indispensable
Simple Advancements for Enhanced Results
Natural Color and Even Illumination Made Simple
More Control for Critical Lighting

Nikon SB-5000 AF Speedlight Flash

$599.99

Topside Strobe, not to be used underwater
Radio control Advanced Wireless Lighting
Flash cooling system
Streamlined access to your frequently used functions
Compatible with Optical Control Speedlights

Ikelite Substrobe DS161 Underwater Strobe

$949

Depth rating: 100m/330ft
Max energy: 160Ws
Color temperature: 4800K
Guide number at 1m / ISO 100: 24
Flashes per charge: 225 full
Recycle time: 1.5 seconds at full power
Buoyancy: Slightly negative in salt water

Ikelite Substrobe DS160 Underwater Strobe

$799

Depth rating: 100m/330ft
Max energy: 160 Ws
Color temperature: 4800K
Guide number at 1m / ISO 100: 24
Flashes per charge: 225 full
Recycle time: 1.5 seconds at full power
Electrical sync connection: Ikelite ICS 5-pin bulkhead

Sea & Sea YS-D2J Underwater DS-TTL Strobe

$689.95

Guide Number 32
Beam Angle Up to 120¡
4x AA Batteries
1-inch Ball Mount Included
Fiber Optic and Electronic Sync Ready
YS Mount NOT Included

Inon Z330 Underwater Strobe

$650

Guide Number 33
110° Angle of Coverage without Diffuser
Robust & Durable Construction Against Heat
Bundled Rotatable Light Shade helps prevent backscatter
220lm Target Light

iDive Symbiosis 4K Underwater Strobe & Video Light System

$875

Video Light 10 Steps Brightness Control
Strobe Guide Number 32
4,000 Lumen Video Light
Synchronizing Learning

iDive Symbiosis 2K Underwater Strobe & Video Light System

$699

Video Light 10 Steps Brightness Control
Strobe Guide Number 32
2,000 Lumen Video Light
Synchronizing Learning

Inon D200 Underwater Strobe

$500

Guide Number 20
110° Angle of Coverage
Robust & Durable Construction Against Heat
Bundled Rotatable Light Shade helps prevent backscatter

Retra Flash Prime Underwater Strobe

$949

4900 K Color Temperature
Machined Aluminum Body
User Programmable Settings
13 Power Settings
1-inch Mounting Ball Included

Retra Flash Pro Underwater Strobe

$1049

50% Brighter Flash than Retra Prime
4900 K Color Temperature
Machined Aluminum Body
User Programmable Settings
13 Power Settings
Leak Detector & 1-inch Mounting Ball Included

Olympus FL-900R Camera Flash

$579.99

Compatible with OM-D & PEN Cameras
RC Compatible
Built-In LED Video Light
2.5sec Recycle Time at Full Power

ONEUW ONE160x Underwater Digital Strobe for Nikon Cameras

$1700

Guide Number 20
Max Depth: 200m/650ft
130° Angle of Coverage
Built in TTL Converter

ONEUW ONE160x Underwater Digital Strobe for Canon Cameras

$1700

Guide Number 20
Max Depth: 200m/650ft
130° Angle of Coverage
Built in TTL Converter

iDive Symbiosis SS3 Underwater Strobe & Video Light

$399

Guide number 20
2800 lumen LED Video Light
Dome Front Element
18650 Li-ion Battery
Depth Rated to 60m

Isotta RED64 i-TTL Underwater Strobe

$1790

Guide Number: f/22 in water
Color Temp: 5400 K
Nikon i-TTL & 10 Stop Adjustments
330 feet / 100 meters depth rating
Optical & Electronic Sync Options

Backscatter Mini Flash 1 & Optical Snoot Combo Package

$499

Package Includes:

Backscatter Mini Flash MF-1
Backscatter Optical Snoot OS-1

Compact yet powerful flash
Great for compact camera shooters
Easiest macro strobe for compact, mirrorless, and SLR
LED aiming light from the Backscatter Mini Flash shows exactly where the flash will hit
Brightest Aiming Light of Any Snoot
Aperture Cards adjust the size of the light beam
Circular & Oval Aperture Cards included
Rotate the snoot to adjust the shape of the beam with the Oval card
Depth Rated: 100m/330ft

Battery & Charger NOT Included.