SportDiver S Smartphone Housing

RRP $499.00

The SportDiver S is easy to hold and use and offers a large shutter lever and rear control buttons for easy operation, even with dive gloves. Snorkelers and Divers can get more creative with their photos or video shot by using advanced camera settings*. Adjust Zoom, Exposure (EV), Auto/Manual Focus, White Balance, Tint, Lens selection, RAW+JPEG mode, and video stabilization (on available phone models)*.

The SportDiver S housing includes the free SportDiver app, unlike other smartphone housing apps, there are no annoying in-app purchases or ads. You can easily switch between photo and video mode. The SportDiver App uses your phone’s camera technology native to each phone model*. The app supports the present and previous versions of the OS, the app is updated according to new versions of the OS.

SKU: SL408 Category: Product ID: 21329

Description

The SportDiver S is SeaLife’s latest compact and lightweight underwater housing for smartphones.  The SportDiver S housing will allow divers to take photos and video with their smartphone down to 100 feet or 30 meters.  The SportDiver S can hold all iPhones from iPhone 10 (X) and up including all Pro Max models and most Android smartphones.  The free SportDiver App is available at the App Store or Play Store, and works with the current and prior generation of the OS.  Please review our SportDiver compatibility and fit guide.

The heavy-duty housing is constructed of polycarbonate, stainless steel, aluminum and optical grade glass.  The SportDiver S housing weighs 1.41 pounds (641 grams), and is lightweight for travelling and offers almost neutral buoyancy in water depending on which smartphone model is used.

The SportDiver S features a bold new color and a very appealing retail price, perfect for anyone that wants to enter the undersea world and capture amazing photos and video underwater.

Have a look at our photo gallery  and see the amazing images captured with smartphones in SeaLife SportDiver housings. Read the New SportDiver S Brochure here.

For enhanced imaging results, a removable underwater color-correction filter is included with the SportDiver Ultra which restores natural underwater colors.  The red filter easily attached or removes underwater and includes a safety tether to prevent loss.  The SportDiver Ultra housing features seven 1/4-20 tripod mounts which mounts to any light or light tray with standard tripod threads such as SeaLife’s range of Sea Dragon underwater photo/video lights.

For the phone’s safety and protection, the SportDiver S has a sturdy holding spring and rubber grip tabs that securely hold the smartphone in place and add shock-protection.  The SportDiver S has “Dual Leak Alarms” which include an internal moisture alarm and a vacuum pressure alarm which alert the diver with on-screen warnings, audio and LED signal in the unlikely event the waterproof seal is compromised and there’s a loss of housing pressure or moisture is detected.  The door of the SportDiver S is sealed with a TPE O-ring and a robust cam-lock sealing latch that easily and securely locks waterproof door.  To prevent interior fogging from residual moisture, the SportDiver S uses the anti-fogging agent “Moisture Muncher” capsule which prevents fogging and internal condensation.

*Important: Some settings may not be available depending on the phone make/model. Settings may be blocked out or not accessible depending on conflicting settings. For example, Portrait (background blur) setting is only available with multi-lens iPhones. Lens selection setting may not include all available phone lenses; the telephoto lens not available for Android phones. Check the App Store and Play store for SportDiver app updates.

Have a new SportDiver S? Go to the Set-up Page to view the set-up video and download the user manual in English or 5 other languages.

For the latest app and technical updates, visit our technical updates and troubleshooting page.

Features

  • Compatible with most smartphones, including iPhones 10 (X) and up to Pro Max sizes, and most Android® phones.
  • Easy control– Large shutter lever and rear control buttons for easy operation, even with dive gloves.
  • Access popular camera settings – Intuitive SportDiver camera app layout and controls that utilize the smartphone’s native camera technology. Get creative by using advanced camera settings. Select phone lenses. Adjust zoom, exposure, focus, white balance, aspect ratio. Shoot 4K video or RAW and JPEG image formats. Note: Available settings vary depending on the phone make/model. Some phone makers block certain features. Download the free SportDiver app to view available setting on your phone.
  • Shoot photos or record video – Easily switch between photo and video modes.
  • Leak Avoidance System – A pre-dive pressure analysis gives you the assurance and confidence that the underwater housing is 100% airtight and waterproof before entering the water. In the unlikely event of a leak while underwater, a secondary wet sensor alerts you of any water entry.
  • Sealed electronic circuitry to protect against damage from accidental water drops entering the housing when opening after diving.
  • Durable optical glass lens port design – Optical lens port accommodates most multi-lens phones including all iPhones up to Pro Max models, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ models and most other Android phones.
  • Available underwater color-correction filters that restore natural underwater colors. Red filter for most diving/snorkeling applications; Magenta filter for green or algae water; and Yellow for fluorescence imaging and certain blue water conditions (Filters sold separately).
  • Free SportDiver camera app ensures your privacy – No monthly subscription or in-app advertising. No email or phone registration required. SeaLife does not collect any personal data. Free download available at Apple App Store or Google Play.
  • Playback photos and videos – App Playback mode shows full-size photos and videos with a vertical thumbnail strip to easily locate your shots. Videos start playing automatically when selected. All files are also saved to the phone’s photo app.
  • Bluetooth® wireless technology – UW housing automatically connects to your smartphone using Bluetooth® Low Energy BT5 wireless technology. No cables or buttons touch the phone. Ultra-low power consumption.
  • Holding spring and rubber grip tabs securely holds phone in place and adds shock-protection.
  • Expandable with Sea Dragon underwater photo-video lights and underwater wide-angle / macro lenses.
  • Standard 1/4-20 accessory mounting bar – Three standard ¼-20 tripod mounts for attaching underwater lighting or any tripod mountable accessory.
  • Cam-lock sealing mechanism easily and securely locks waterproof door.
  • Powered by two AAA batteries that last over 50 hours of continuous use. AAA alkaline batteries are readily available no matter where your adventure take you.
  • Anti-fog design when SL911 Moisture Muncher capsule is used.
  • Depth rated to 100 ft / 30 m – Each housing is individually depth tested.

Specifications

Feature Details
Free App Name SportDiver – in App & Play stores
Compatible Phones Works with Apple iPhone®, Samsung Galaxy and many other Android phones. See compatibility chart.
Depth Rating 100’ (30 m)
Power 2x AAA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
Battery Life 50 hours
Two LED Indicators Leak Alarm pressure indicator:
– Flashing green: Vacuum pressure not applied
– Solid green: Vacuum pressure okay
– Flashing red: Leak detected
Power / Wireless Connection Status:
– Flashing blue: Powered on, not wirelessly connected
– Solid blue: Powered on, wirelessly connected
Wireless Technology Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE)
App Language English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Traditional & Simplified Chinese
Instruction Manual Printed manual in English. Spanish, German, French, Italian, and Dutch versions available for download from the SeaLife website.
Controls Shutter, Mode, Up (Zoom / Focus +), Down (Zoom / Focus -), Playback, and Camera Settings
Operating Temperature 33°F to 110°F (1°C to 43°C)
Notes: Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat (e.g., direct sunlight, trunk of a car). Ideal storage in a cool, dry location with the housing door slightly ajar.
O-rings Silicone Main Seal and Vacuum Check Port O-ring
Note: Requires SeaLife silicone lube (included). Only use SeaLife brand silicone lube. Other silicone lubes may cause O-rings to swell.
Replacement O-ring kit part #: SL40010.
Lens Port Optical glass lens port with anti-reflective coating applied to the inner lens surface.
Lens frame allows attachment of a color-correction filter while underwater.
Same lens port dimensions as previous SportDiver models, so filters and lens accessories are compatible.
LCD Window Optical grade polycarbonate full-screen display window.
(Screen Protector available – sold separately)
Tripod Mount Three standard ¼-20 tripod threads to attach lights & accessories.
Lanyard A Wrist lanyard is included.
Construction Polycarbonate housing with 304-316 stainless steel and hard-anodized T6061-grade aluminum metal hardware.
Dimensions External: 8.4” x 4.9” x 2.2” (213.1 mm x 125.7 mm x 54.8 mm)
Internal: 6.49″ x 3.15″ x 0.38” (165 mm x 80 mm x 9.7mm)
Weight 22.6 oz. (641g) UW housing only; 24.0 oz. (680g) UW housing only – with batteries, Moisture Muncher, 10x med. grip tabs
Buoyancy Positive 2.8 oz. (80 g) UW housing only – with batteries, red filter, and Moisture Muncher
Subtract weight of phone to calculate total UW buoyancy in seawater.
Warranty 1-year limited warranty or longer depending on local government regulations.
Certification CE, ROHS, FCC (FCC ID: 2ACKF-SL405)

SportDiver App for iOS and Android

Modes Description
Photo Push shutter to capture image
Video Push shutter to start/stop video recording
Settings Menu Adjust camera settings (See below)
Playback View photos and videos
iOS Settings Description
Lens Ultrawide, Wide, Telephoto and Triple (Depends on iPhone model)
Focus Automatic or Manual
White Balance (WB) Auto, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Manual (3000K to 8000K) in 100K increments
Temperature (WB) When WB is set to Manual, adjust color temp between 3000K to 8000K in 100K-step increments
Tint When WB is set to Manual, adjust color tint between +150 to -150 in 10-unit increments. iOS only
Exposure Value (EV) -3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
Aspect Ratio 4:3 or 16:9
Image Format JPEG, HEIF, ProRAW, ProRAW+JPEG, ProRAW+HEIF
Image Resolution 12MP or 48MP. 48MP when ProRAW Image Format is selected
Video Resolution HD, 4K, or ProRes (Depends on iPhone model)
Stabilization Auto or Off. Applies to video recording only
Self-Timer Off, 3 sec, 5 sec or 10 sec.  Counts down time after pushing the shutter to capture image or start video
Power Save Off, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display Brightness From 10% to 100%
Leak Alarm On or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
Version Displays current iOS app version installed on phone
On-screen Data Displays exposure settings. This setting is located in SportDiver app Permissions
Android Settings Description
Lens Select single or multiple lenses (Depends on phone model)
Focus Automatic or Manual; Push OK button to access and adjust manual focus
Shutter Speed Auto or manual (1/30 sec to 1/2000 sec)
ISO Auto or manual (50 to 3200)
Exposure Value (EV) -3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
White Balance (WB) Auto, Manual, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Daylight, Cloudy
Manual WB (2000K to 1000K) in 100K increments
3-Shot Burst Captures 3 images within 1 second
Photo Resolution Displays all available photo resolutions. Maximum photo resolution is 12MP
Video Resolution 4K, 1080p or 720p at 30 frames per second (fps)
Color Effects Off, Black & White, Negative, Sepia (Depends on phone model)
Stabilization On or Off. Applies to video recording only
RAW+JPEG On captures JPEG and RAW; Off captures JPEG only (Depends on phone model)
Power Save Off, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display Brightness From 10% to 100%
Leak Alarm On or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
On-screen data On or Off (Displays exposure settings when On)
System Reset Yes or No (Resets settings to factory default)
Important
App supports iPhones and Android smartphones with current and previous operating system installed.
Some settings may not be available depending on the phone make/model.
Some settings may be blocked out (not accessible) depending on other conflicting settings.
For example, ProRAW image format is only available with 4:3 Aspect Ratio.
Lens selection setting may not include all available phone lenses.
Telephoto lens not available for Android phones.
Check Apple App Store and Google Play store for any SportDiver app updates.
New app versions are being developed continuously to open more features.
Delete Function
Push OK button in Playback mode. Android only. Feature to be added to iOS app with future update
Battery level indicator
Indicates remaining battery life of phone and UW housing
Zoom
Yes – zoom range depends on lens selection and phone model.
File Location
Photos and videos are saved to phone’s Photos app for editing and sharing

What's included

SportDiver S Underwater Smartphone Housing
Vacuum pump
Rubber Grip Tabs (12x Small, 12x Medium and 12x Large)
Spare O-rings (1x Main O-ring and 1x Vacuum Check Port O-ring)
O-ring lubricant
O-ring removal tool
Wrist strap
Moisture Muncher sample pack (1 capsule)

Anti-glare foam strips (3)
AAA alkaline batteries (2)
Soft Travel case

Quick Start Guide: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Dutch

FAQ

Q:  How reliable is the waterproof seal?

A:   The SportDiver S features two leak avoidance systems, like professional UW camera housings designed for $10,000+ cameras. First, there is a pre-dive vacuum pressure check that ensures the waterproof seal is good before you enter the water – An alarm and pop-up message will alert you if the housing is not sealed properly before you enter the water.  Second, there is an internal wet sensor that activates a visual alarm and warning message in the unlikely event water enters the housing.

Q:  Is my phone compatible with the SportDiver S underwater smartphone housing?

A:  The SportDiver housing is compatible with all iPhones 10 and up, and most Android phones.  The free SportDiver camera app supports iPhones and Android phones running the current or previous operating system.  For a complete list of compatible phones, check here: sealife-cameras.com/sportdiver-compatibility

Q:  Does the SportDiver app include the same camera settings as the phone’s native camera app?

A:   The SportDiver app includes many of the phone’s native camera settings.  Not all the phone’s native camera settings are supported. We suggest you download the free SportDiver app to your phone and see what settings your phone model will support. The SportDiver app is available in the Apple App Store or Google Play app store.

Q:  Can I lock and unlock the phone when it is inside the SportDiver S housing to save battery power?

A:  It is not possible to lock or unlock the phone when it is inside the housing.  The phone must be unlocked and SportDiver app running when it is inside the housing. The app has a power save feature which dims the screen by 80% and turns off the camera.  Push any button to “wake-up” the phone. It is recommended to turn off any apps running in the background to further save battery power. The power save will allow most phones to operate inside the housing for at least 2+ dives without opening or charging the phone between dives.

Q:  Can I take a picture while recording video?

A:  Yes, pushing the OK button while recording video will capture a photo.  This feature is called PIV or Picture-in-Video.

Q:  Will the SportDiver S Bluetooth interfere with my dive computer or other Bluetooth devices?

A:  There should be no interference issues with the SportDiver S and any other Bluetooth devices.  The SportDiver S has been tested and certified for FCC and Bluetooth compliance.

Q:  Is there a way to use the SportDiver S without the vacuum pressure leak alarm or is it mandatory?

A:  Yes, you can disable the pre-dive vacuum pressure leak test, but we do not recommend that.  The water sensor leak alarm cannot be disabled.  In the unlikely event of a water leak while underwater, the leak alarm will activate. The audible alarm and warning message will be dismissed after 5 seconds.

Q:   What is the difference between the JPG and the RAW image file?  

A:  The JPEG is the processed and compressed image using the phone’s image processing technology.  The RAW file is the unprocessed, uncompressed file coming from the phone’s image sensor.  RAW files tend to be about 5 times larger than JPEG files and will allow more photo editing ability.

Q:  Is a lens adapter available? Can I use an external wide-angle or macro “wet” lens with the housing?

A:   Yes, the 52 & 67mm Lens Adapter (Item SL081) are available. For more information, please visit sealife-cameras.com/product/sport-diver-52-67mm-lens-adapter/

Q:  Can I use the phone’s flash or connect an external strobe?

A:    No.  The phone’s LED Flash is next to the lens and will cause internal glare.  Therefore, the phone’s flash has been disabled.  Another issue is that the phone uses a pre-flash to control exposure.  That requires a special strobe to mimic the pre-flash and then deploy a primary flash, which strobes typically won’t do.  A photo-video light is the best lighting accessory and easy to use.

Q:  What is maximum operating altitude for the SportDiver S housing?

A:   The SportDiver S housing vacuum pressure check (leak analysis) works up to altitude of 6000 ft / 1829m (11.8 psia). At higher altitude, the SportDiver S LED status indicator will show a red/green/yellow error code.

Q:  Can I use all the available phone lenses on my phone?

A:   That depends on the phone make and model.  All iPhone lenses are available for use in the Lens Settings menu.  Android phones will utilize all or most lenses. If the Android Ultrawide lens vignettes, you can use the main 1X lens with an external lens, or choose the larger SportDiver Ultra model with the horizontal lens port orientation.

Q:  Does SportDiver app support iPhone Auto Macro?

A:   Yes, with Apple’s latest iOS, the SportDiver app will automatically switch to Auto Macro mode when shooting macro shots.

App

App Compatibility
Supports iPhones and Android smartphones with current and previous operating system installed.
Modes Description
Photo Push shutter to capture image
Video Push shutter to start/stop video recording
Settings Menu Adjust camera settings (See below)
Playback View photos and videos
iOS Settings Description
Lens Ultrawide, Wide, Telephoto and Triple (Depends on iPhone model)
Focus Automatic or Manual
White Balance (WB) Auto, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Manual (3000K to 8000K) in 100K increments
Temperature (WB) When WB is set to Manual, adjust color temp between 3000K to 8000K in 100K-step increments
Tint When WB is set to Manual, adjust color tint between +150 to -150 in 10-unit increments. iOS only
Exposure Value (EV) -3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
Aspect Ratio 4:3 or 16:9
Image Format JPEG, HEIF, ProRAW, ProRAW+JPEG, ProRAW+HEIF
Image Resolution 12MP or 48MP. 48MP when ProRAW Image Format is selected
Video Resolution HD, 4K, or ProRes (Depends on iPhone model)
Stabilization Auto or Off. Applies to video recording only
Self-Timer Off, 3 sec, 5 sec or 10 sec.  Counts down time after pushing the shutter to capture image or start video
Power Save Off, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display Brightness From 10% to 100%
Leak Alarm On or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
Version Displays current iOS app version installed on phone
On-screen Data Displays exposure settings. This setting is located in SportDiver app Permissions
Android Settings Description
Lens Select single or multiple lenses (Depends on phone model)
Focus Automatic or Manual; Push OK button to access and adjust manual focus
Shutter Speed Auto or manual (1/30 sec to 1/2000 sec)
ISO Auto or manual (50 to 3200)
Exposure Value (EV) -3.0 top +3.0 in .3 stop increments
White Balance (WB) Auto, Manual, UW Deep, UW Shallow, Daylight, Cloudy
Manual WB (2000K to 1000K) in 100K increments
3-Shot Burst Captures 3 images within 1 second
Photo Resolution Displays all available photo resolutions. Maximum photo resolution is 12MP
Video Resolution 4K, 1080p or 720p at 30 frames per second (fps)
Color Effects Off, Black & White, Negative, Sepia (Depends on phone model)
Stabilization On or Off. Applies to video recording only
RAW+JPEG On captures JPEG and RAW; Off captures JPEG only (Depends on phone model)
Power Save Off, 1 min, 2 min or 5 min. (Push any button to wake-up)
Display Brightness From 10% to 100%
Leak Alarm On or Off. Off bypasses the 3.5-minute pre-dive pressure test. The water sensor leak alarm is always on
On-screen data On or Off (Displays exposure settings when On)
System Reset Yes or No (Resets settings to factory default)
Important
Some settings may not be available depending on the phone make/model.
Some settings may be blocked out (not accessible) depending on other conflicting settings.
For example, ProRAW image format is only available with 4:3 Aspect Ratio.
Lens selection setting may not include all available phone lenses.
Telephoto lens not available for Android phones.
Check Apple App Store and Google Play store for any SportDiver app updates.
Delete Function
Push OK button in Playback mode. Android only. Feature to be added to iOS app with future update
Battery level indicator
Indicates remaining battery life of phone and UW housing
Zoom
Yes – zoom range depends on lens selection and phone model.
File Location
Photos and videos are saved to phone’s Photos app for editing and sharing

New app versions are being developed continuously to open more features.

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