Aquatica

Type: Housing manufacturer
Founded: 1982 (Montreal, Canada)
Headquarters: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Key people: Blake Stoughton (co-owner), Jean Bruneau (president, forum username “vizart”), Norma Alonzo, Peter Mooney
Key products: Aluminum underwater housings, TLC strobe arm system, AquaView viewfinder, Water Wizard remote trigger, 5HD monitor
Website: aquatica.ca

Overview

Aquatica was founded in 1982 as Aqua Vision Systems in Montreal, Canada, and later renamed Aquatica. It is one of the leading North American manufacturers of precision aluminum underwater housings for digital SLR and mirrorless cameras. The company also manufactures the TLC (Technical Lighting Control) line of aluminum strobe arms, ports, dome ports, and accessories.

Aquatica housings are machined from solid aluminum (transitioning from cast aluminum in the early 2000s to CNC-milled from solid blocks by the mid-2000s), anodized to military specifications, and finished with a durable polyester powder electrostatic coating (^[1]). All housings are pressure-tested to 300 feet (100 meters), appealing to technical divers (^[2]). Controls are double O-ring sealed, and every shaft and push button is manufactured to a mirror-smooth stainless steel finish (^[3]).

A defining feature of Aquatica’s product philosophy is port interchangeability. Since their earliest digital housings, Aquatica has maintained a standardized bayonet port mounting system compatible across their entire housing line — from the film-era A90, A100, and A5 housings through all subsequent digital models (^[4], ^[5]). This means a dome port purchased for a D100 housing in 2003 could still be used on a D850 housing in 2017, protecting the customer’s investment.

Aquatica is also known for modular upgrade programs — offering new backs or conversion kits to adapt existing housings for updated camera bodies, extending the life of a housing investment. The D200-to-D300 conversion possibility is a notable example, where Jean Bruneau demonstrated the D300 fitting in the front of a D200 housing with a redesigned back plate (^[6]).

Montreal’s position as the third-largest aeronautically industrialized city in the world gives Aquatica access to high-grade raw materials and precision machining tools, a fact the company has cited as a manufacturing advantage (^[7]).

History

Founding and early years (1982–2001)

Aquatica was founded in 1982 as Aqua Vision Systems. The company built its reputation manufacturing cast aluminum housings for Nikon film SLR cameras, including housings for the Nikon F4s, N90 (A90), F100 (A100), and F5 (A5) bodies. These film-era housings established the bayonet port system that would carry forward into the digital age.

Around 2001, new ownership took over the company (^[8]). A user testimonial from 2002 noted: “I had read of Aquatica service problems in the past, but I found their service to be excellent. A new owner bought the company roughly a year and a half ago, and he has been working very hard to dispel these past ghosts. Blake kept me updated on the progress of the housing’s development with both photographs and phone calls” (^[9]). This suggests Blake Stoughton was already a principal at Aquatica by late 2000 or early 2001.

At DEMA 2000 in Las Vegas, Aquatica displayed a Nikon F5 housing and announced plans to modify the design for the Nikon D1, with a full view of the D1’s LCD display — an early indication of the company’s pivot toward digital photography (^[10]).

Digital transition: compact cameras (2002)

Aquatica’s digital transition began with compact camera housings:

• A995 (Nikon Coolpix 995): Released in early 2002, the A995 was Aquatica’s first digital housing. It featured a cast aluminum body with a 45-degree angled monitor/viewfinder, wet-changeable wide-angle lens with 100-degree coverage, Nikonos strobe bulkhead standard, and a 350-foot depth rating. Tom and Therisa Stack’s review praised its ergonomic design and noted it weighed just 2.5 lbs. The housing shipped with a foam-padded grip and TLC strobe arm attachment. Retail price was competitive for the professional market (^[11], ^[12]).

• A5000 (Nikon Coolpix 5000): Completed by mid-2002, retailing at US$1,049. Featured a single easy-to-open latch system and options including a dome for the Nikon 19mm lens, wet-attachable wide-angle, moisture alarms, trays, and grips. Mauricio Handler field-tested it in Turks and Caicos and praised its reliability and compact size, noting he could clip it to his BC as a backup unit (^[13], ^[14]).

Digital SLR era begins (2003–2005)

The Nikon D100 marked Aquatica’s entry into digital SLR housings, a pivotal move:

• AD100 (Nikon D100): The first production units were shown in January 2003. Crucially, the housing accepted the same ports and gears as Aquatica’s A90, A100, and A5 film housings — protecting the investment of existing Aquatica film shooters switching to digital. Mauricio Handler’s review noted: “Aquatica has remained loyal to all its past housing owners by standardizing all ports and extensions between all Aquatica bayonet mounted film housings and the new Aquatica D100. These include the A90, A100 and A5. This is excellent news for all of us who will still continue to use our film cameras next to digital.” The housing featured cast aluminum construction with polyurethane powder paint, adjustable handle grips for cold-water gloves, two stainless steel side latches with safety locks, and a totally mechanical design with only the bulkhead connector as the electrical fitting. Tim Rock also reviewed the housing after using it at Sipadan, Mabul, and Kapalai in Malaysia (^[15], ^[16], ^[17], ^[18]).

• Fuji S2 Pro housing: Announced at DEMA 2002 due to overwhelming demand, delivered spring 2003. Used the same ports and gears as the D100 housing. James Wiseman reviewed it for Wetpixel, calling it “certainly a winner”: “Aquatica has entered the digital market with both feet — and it appears that they are taking feedback from their users and improving each of the new housings as they come out” (^[19], ^[20], ^[21]).

• A300 (Canon Digital Rebel / 300D): Announced December 2003 for delivery early 2004. This was Aquatica’s first Canon housing, a significant expansion. Compact at 9 x 6.5 x 5.25 inches and 6.5 pounds, with an electromechanical shutter release that activated autofocus independently before firing. Ryan Canon of Underwater Camera Pros wrote a preview noting it was smaller than competing housings from Ikelite, Sea & Sea, and Light & Motion (^[22], ^[23]).

• E-TTL breakthrough: In January 2004, Aquatica announced that their electrical engineers had “cracked the E-TTL code” for the Canon 300D, enabling TTL strobe control with the A300 housing. This was followed by the release of the I.C.U. (Illumination Control Unit) in March 2004, an internal circuit board with a microprocessor that fit inside the housing wall between the TTL bulkhead connector and the SLR hot shoe (^[24], ^[25], ^[26]). Herb Ko’s detailed review of the A300 noted the adjustable electronic shutter release contacts and praised the housing’s compact travel size (^[27]).

• A70 (Nikon D70): Prototype shown March 2004, shipping September 2004 at US$1,689. Eric Cheng expressed excitement about more entry-level digital SLR housings reaching the market (^[28], ^[29]).

• Kodak Pro SLR/n housing: A bold move — Aquatica developed a housing for the Kodak DSC Pro SLR/n, a 14-megapixel full-frame camera using a Nikon mount. Craig Jones noted the strategic logic: with Canon 1D-series bodies already served by multiple housing manufacturers, the Kodak camera had no competition and attracted Nikon-mount shooters wanting full-frame. James Wiseman reviewed the housing for Wetpixel, testing it in cold water at the Coronado Islands near San Diego, praising Aquatica for taking “a bold step by developing a housing for this camera without already having a large user base” (^[30], ^[31], ^[32], ^[33]).

• D20 (Canon 20D): Announced January 2005 at US$1,939. Tom and Therisa Stack (Aquatica dealers for three years) reviewed it, noting they had used Aquatica housings for over 15 years and “never had any of our Aquatica housings fail us underwater.” They praised the mechanical shutter release, on/off switch on the housing, and the housing’s ergonomic balance (^[34], ^[35], ^[36]).

• 8” dome port for Ikelite housings: Announced May 2005. Using the standard 8” Aquatica acrylic dome with an aluminum back plate and integral Ikelite port adapter, this was an early example of cross-manufacturer compatibility (^[37]).

• D2X housing (Nikon D2X): Prototype photos revealed July 2005, retail US$2,999. A milestone — this was Aquatica’s first housing machined from solid aluminum rather than cast, similar to Subal and UK-Germany construction methods. Jean Bruneau posted the first images on the Wetpixel forums, and Mauricio Handler praised it enthusiastically: “Not since using my Aquatica 5 with the large action finder have I really been excited about a rig.” Features included quick-release tray with lock, spring-tensioned command/sub-command controls, and a built-in eyepiece for full-frame viewing (^[38], ^[39], ^[40], ^[41]).

• Sacrificial zincs: At DEMA 2004, Aquatica showed housings with sacrificial zinc anodes for corrosion protection (^[42]).

Expansion and innovation (2006–2008)

This period saw Aquatica expand into full-frame cameras and introduce several key accessories:

• Canon 5D housing: Photos revealed February 2006, reviewed by Brian Cripe in March 2006. The first full-frame Canon housing from Aquatica, it came in silver as standard with custom colors available. Cripe noted: “Some of my diving takes me to greater depths than polycarbonate housings can withstand, so an aluminum housing was where I focused my efforts. Aquatica was the first to the market with such a housing, and they have done a superb job.” The housing provided access to all Canon 5D controls except the print button and multi-controller (^[43], ^[44]).

• D200 housing: Announced March 2006, notable as Aquatica’s first housing with a magnified viewfinder (user-removable standard viewfinder replaceable with magnified version). Also featured spring-loaded controls and quick-release camera mounting tray (^[45]).

• Heinrichs Weikamp iTTL converter: Beginning February 2006, Aquatica bundled the Heinrichs Weikamp iTTL converter in all Nikon housings, providing full iTTL capability with compatible strobes. They also offered retrofitting to older housings (^[46]).

• AquaView viewfinder: Prototyped throughout 2006, displayed at DEMA 2006 alongside the new A30D housing. The AquaView was easy to install and remove in the field, used a retaining O-ring, worked with all current housings, and did not block the camera’s LCD. Mauricio Handler reported eyes and nose stayed above water for split shots. Priced at US$1,149 (^[47], ^[48]).

• A30D (Canon 30D): Announced October 2006, featuring completely redesigned ergonomics placing both dials under the fingertips — a major improvement over earlier Canon housings. Compatible with all Aquatica bayonet ports, 100-meter pressure certification, and dual Nikonos-type strobe connectors (^[49], ^[50]).

• 9.25” glass MegaDome: Announced February 2007. An optical glass dome port large enough to accommodate the Nikkor AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8 lens, which became the definitive wide-angle lens for full-frame Nikon shooters (^[51]).

• Optical glass macro port lens: Announced February 2007. BK-7 mineral glass with anti-reflection and scratch-resistant coatings, replacing the older macro port lens. Existing customers could buy the replacement for approximately US$89 (^[52]).

• Ikelite bulkhead option: In April 2007, per an agreement with Ikelite, Aquatica announced their housings would be available with the Ikelite ICS strobe bulkhead. This enabled Aquatica owners to use Ikelite’s iTTL adapter for Nikon dSLR cameras, and standardized equipment on one connector type — “in the field that is priceless,” as Jean Bruneau commented (^[53]).

• D40X housing: Announced August 2007. Part of a new line aimed at recreational divers, this was Aquatica’s most compact housing to date — “all front, with just a thin piece for a back” as Eric Cheng observed. Despite its small size, it accepted all standard Aquatica bayonet ports and the AquaView viewfinder (^[54], ^[55]).

• D3 housing (Nikon D3): Announced February 2008. Featured Aquatica’s first port lock mechanism, integrated into the housing and accessible from the exterior, giving photographers peace of mind that ports would not rotate accidentally. Also introduced built-in remote control capability (no modification or special connectors needed) and Live View access. All ports were now oversized to accept the Nikkor 14-24mm lens without adapters. Jean Bruneau promised port locks on all future housings (^[56]).

• D300 housing (Nikon D300): Announced April 2008. Featured ergonomic improvements with shutter release, AF-lock, main dial, and quick dial all accessible from the right hand without removing it from the grip. 100-meter depth rating, dual Nikonos connectors, and a secondary connector ready for remote control use (^[57]).

• Canon 1D/1Ds Mark III housing: Announced April 2008. Machined from solid aluminum, with bayonet port compatibility, lens release lever, and built-in remote control capability. Priced competitively for a pro-body housing. James Wiseman’s review noted: “Aquatica has moved forward ‘light years’ since their first DSLR housings for the D100 and S2 Pro” (^[58], ^[59]).

• Remote release: Announced at DEMA 2007, reviewed by Tim Rock in August 2008. The remote grip connected to an existing bulkhead via an adapter cable, worked with standard Ikelite-to-Nikonos sync cords, and cost US$369 (package with bulkhead adapter). Non-Aquatica users could purchase a compatible bulkhead for around US$100. Tim Rock used it for pole cam manta photography in Yap: “The reliable firing of the units was truly amazing” (^[60], ^[61]).

• D700 housing (Nikon D700): Announced September 2008 at US$2,949. Featured a bold new design machined from solid aluminum with a matte, slightly textured, rubberized finish (the “new look Aquatica Digital Pro” line). Introduced an “inverted V” groove for the O-ring, slightly capturing it to prevent accidental pop-out — addressing a common user error cause of floods. Had a user-switchable AF Lock / AF ON control, third bulkhead for remote release, external lens release control, and a new hotshoe circuit board with selectable pin count (^[62], ^[63]).

• DEMA 2008 accessories: Magnetic-attach external diopters (+4 and +10) for macro ports, polecam system prototype with remote monitor, and the 9.25” MegaDome on display (^[64]).

Broadening the lineup (2009–2011)

• Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D90 housings: Announced February 2009. The 5D Mark II housing notably included a hydrophone to capture audio for the camera’s HD video capability — Aquatica’s first acknowledgment of the video revolution in dSLRs. Also featured dedicated video function controls (^[65]).

• HD Wave video housing line: Introduced May 2009. Aluminum housings for Sony HDR camcorders (XR500V/520V), later expanded to Canon HF S10 and Sony models. Featured flip filter arm, hydrophone, and water sensor alarm — Aquatica’s first dedicated video housings (^[66], ^[67], ^[68]).

• D300s housing: Announced October 2009 (^[69]).

• Canon 7D housing: Announced November 2009, detailed January 2010. In a notable head-to-head, Wetpixel published a comparison of the Aquatica vs. Nauticam Canon 7D housings in April 2010, reflecting Nauticam’s emergence as a competitor (^[70], ^[71], ^[72], ^[73]).

• Canon 1D Mark IV compatibility: In March 2010, Aquatica confirmed that the Canon 1D Mk IV fit their existing 1Ds Mk III housing — a modular upgrade benefit (^[74]).

• Port adapters: In 2010, Aquatica announced port adapters allowing Subal, Sea & Sea, and other manufacturer ports to be used on Aquatica housings, easing migration for photographers switching brands (^[75], ^[76]).

• Accessories (2010): Mini Dome 100 port, TLC tripod for underwater video, pole cam system, AN-5 housing for Sony NEX-5 (Aquatica’s first mirrorless camera housing) (^[77], ^[78], ^[79], ^[80]).

• Canon T2i/550D housing: Announced June 2010, shipping September 2010. Entry-level dSLR housing (^[81], ^[82]).

• AD7000 (Nikon D7000): Announced November 2010, reviewed by Keri Wilk in February 2011. Wilk noted that Aquatica specifically asked for “honest, candid” feedback including negatives, demonstrating the company’s commitment to improvement. Aquatica covered his trip expenses to Dominica for field testing (^[83], ^[84], ^[85]).

• Amphibico acquisition: On September 28, 2011, Aquatica announced the acquisition of Amphibico, the Montreal-based underwater video housing manufacturer. The acquisition completed a historical circle — Aquatica’s founders had originally founded Amphibico. Blake Stoughton stated: “The Amphibico name is known around the world for excellence in underwater videography. While we are combining the operations of the two companies, we will maintain the Amphibico brand.” Amphibico had ceased trading earlier in 2011 due to declining sales and lack of capital for new designs. Aquatica committed to providing warranty service for existing Amphibico customers, and the Amphibico closure system was subsequently used on products like the OLED monitor (^[86]).

• OLED monitor: Released November 2011, an HD 3.5” 16:9 OLED crystal monitor in an aluminum housing with Amphibico closure. Compatible with both Aquatica and Amphibico housings. Retail US$1,399 (^[87]).

• Sony NEX-5n housing: Announced October 2011, featuring dual fiber optic flash connectors, quick-access lever for internal flash, and the Amphibico closure design (^[88]).

Maturity and diversification (2012–2017)

• NEX-7 cancellation: In April 2012, Aquatica closed their Sony NEX-7 housing project, citing production delays from Sony, reduced market interest, and the need to prioritize housings for new dSLR cameras (^[89]).

• Canon 5D Mark III housing: Announced June 2012. Prioritized for video use with easy-reach video controls, three ports for monitors, redesigned camera tray, retractable zoom/focus gear and lens release lever, and locking collars on AF-ON and star buttons to prevent water pressure activation. Retail US$3,199 (^[90]).

• AD800 (Nikon D800/D800e): Announced July 2012. Featured access to programmable Fn and DOF buttons around the lens bayonet, individual levers for ISO/AF Lock/AF ON (latter two with rotating pressure-lock collars), three auxiliary bulkhead ports, and three standard versions (Nikonos, Ikelite, or Nikonos + fiber optic). Retail US$3,359 (^[91]).

• Water Wizard: Introduced November 2012. A unique housing for the Pocket Wizard Plus III wireless transceiver, enabling remote wireless strobe triggering for underwater photography. Applications included linking underwater strobes with surface studio flashes, surf photography, cave/cenote lighting, and any scenario requiring remote lighting. Featured TLC float attachment points and multiple tripod screw mounts. Reviewed favorably by Fstoppers in 2017. Retail US$209 (^[92], ^[93]).

• Dyron M77 adaptor ring: Third-party manufacturer Dyron announced an M77 adaptor ring for Aquatica ports in 2012, indicating the ecosystem of compatible accessories (^[94]).

• AD4 (Nikon D4): Announced February 2013 (^[95]).

• AD600 (Nikon D600): Announced June 2013 (^[96]).

• A70D (Canon 70D): Announced November 2013 (^[97]).

• AD7100 (Nikon D7100): Reviewed by Tim Rock in November 2013. Rock used it extensively in Yap for the Manta Fest shootout and in the South Pacific photographing humpback whales. Later rebranded as AD7200/7100 when the D7200 proved fully compatible, with no new housing required — a prime example of Aquatica’s compatibility philosophy. Price reduced to US$2,995 (^[98], ^[99]).

• AE-M1 (Olympus OM-D E-M1): Unveiled January 2014, shipping March 2014 at US$1,699. Aquatica’s first Micro Four Thirds housing, incorporating a vacuum leak detection system. Took advantage of 5-axis CNC machines for the compact design (^[100]).

• A1D-C/X (Canon EOS-1D C and 1D X): Released January 2014 at US$4,599. Available exclusively from Samy’s Camera in the U.S.A. Featured five bulkheads, redesigned zoom/focus gear, and pressure leak detection circuitry (^[101]).

• SW8 dome port: Announced February 2014 for Micro 4/3 systems. Used a portion of the standard 8” dome to maximize radius while minimizing size, designed for super-wide rectilinear lenses like the Panasonic 7-14mm. Retail US$579 (^[102]).

• AGH4 (Panasonic GH4): Unveiled July 2014 — Aquatica’s first Panasonic housing (^[103]).

• AD810 (Nikon D810): Previewed October 2014 at US$3,529. Featured access to Fn and Pre buttons, thumb-activated ISO lever, internal flash enable/disable, multiple bulkheads, and pressure-locking collars on AE/AF and AF ON buttons. Included the Surveyor vacuum monitoring system (^[104]).

• A7D Mk II (Canon EOS 7D Mark II): Announced November 2014 at US$2,799, shipping early 2015. First Aquatica housing to offer optional Ikelite internal TTL circuitry (^[105]).

• Ikelite TTL partnership: Announced December 2014. Ikelite and Aquatica — “two of the longest established housing manufacturers in the world and both proudly based in North America” — partnered to integrate Ikelite’s internal TTL circuitry into select Aquatica housings. This eliminated the unreliability of small batteries commonly used in TTL converters by drawing power directly from the strobes. The collaboration was formalized with a dedicated Ikelite TTL strobe controller module released November 2015 (^[106], ^[107]).

• Canon EOS 5Ds/5Dr and 5D Mk III housing: Announced May 2015 (^[108]).

• Sony a7R II housing: Announced October 2015 at US$2,795 — Aquatica’s entry into full-frame mirrorless. Accompanied by a new slim macro port with 77mm filter threads for the Sony 90mm macro lens at US$419 (^[109], ^[110]).

• Grip extender kits: Shipped November 2015. Simple spacers allowing housing handles to be extended outward for cold-water divers wearing thick gloves — compatible with all current and most legacy Aquatica housings (^[111]).

• ACU (Aquatica Close-Up) system: Announced June 2016. A comprehensive macro accessory system including ACU5 and ACU10 close-up lenses, flip holder (single and double), step-down ring, lens caddy, manual focus gears, and mini macro port — all redesigned for mutual compatibility (^[112]).

• AD500 (Nikon D500): Announced June 2016 (^[113]).

• Sony a6300 housing: Announced August 2016 at US$1,650. Designed as compact travel system with adjustable tray, two handles, and optional hand strap (^[114]).

• Canon EOS 1D X Mark II housing: Announced September 2016 (^[115]).

• Canon EOS 5D Mark IV housing: Announced November 2016 at US$2,795. Aquatica mentioned upcoming 8” glass dome and support for Canon 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM and EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lenses (^[116]).

• AD5 (Nikon D5): Shipped November 2016 (^[117]).

• Sony a6500 housing: Announced March 2017 at US$1,650. Featured optional under-camera saddle power pack and flash options including fiber, Nikonos, or Ikelite bulkheads (^[118]).

• Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II housing: Announced June 2017 (^[119]).

• AGH5 (Panasonic GH5): Announced July 2017 (^[120]).

• AD850 (Nikon D850): Shipped December 2017, one of the fastest turnarounds for a flagship camera housing (^[121]).

Mirrorless era and recent years (2018–2023)

• Sony a7R Mark III housing: Announced September 2018 (^[122]).

• LED optical flash trigger: Announced November 2018 at US$369 for Canon 5D series housings (5D Mk II through 5D Mk IV). Mounted on the camera’s hot shoe, powered by two lithium batteries, and supplied with two fiber optic bulkheads — solving the flash triggering problem for cameras without built-in pop-up flash (^[123]).

• 5HD monitor: Announced February 2019, detailed April 2019, shipping May 2019 at US$2,195. A 5” HD monitor with peaking and false color for focus/exposure assistance, housed in a 100-meter rated aluminum housing with removable sun shade. Accepted 4K HDMI input, 4-hour battery life (^[124], ^[125]).

• AZ6/7 (Nikon Z6 and Z7): Announced August 2019 at US$2,995 (including Surveyor vacuum valve and pump), shipping September 2019. Aquatica’s first mirrorless Nikon housing, supporting the FTZ adapter with lens releases for both Z and F mount lenses (^[126]).

• A7RIV (Sony a7R IV): Announced October 2019. Reviewed by Phil Rudin in June 2020 for Wetpixel, with extensive testing of the camera’s 61MP sensor and real-time tracking AF capabilities (^[127], ^[128]).

• COVID-19 pricing revisions: In May 2020, Aquatica announced staggered discounts to support the dive community during the pandemic: 20% off through July 2020, 15% off through October 2020, and 10% off through April 2021 (^[129]).

• Sony a1 housing: Shipped October 2021 (^[130]).

• UW Technics TTL board: In August 2021, third-party manufacturer UW Technics began shipping a TTL circuit for Nikon cameras in Aquatica housings, offering fiber optic or electronic triggering, High-Speed Sync with compatible strobes, in-camera control of flash output, and easy user installation. Priced at US$450 (^[131]).

• Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II housing: Shipped March 2022 (^[132]).

Key innovations

Community presence

Jean Bruneau (forum username “vizart” / “Viz’art”), Aquatica’s president, was one of the most active manufacturer representatives on the Wetpixel forums. He personally announced products, explained design decisions (such as the laser-cut manufacturing precision of the D2X housing), and responded directly to customer issues. His technical articles for Wetpixel included a first-person assessment of the Nikon 10.5mm fisheye lens with the Aquatica D100 housing, demonstrating the correction capabilities in Nikon Capture 4 software (^[133]). In the forums, he was transparent about product development — posting D2X prototype photos, discussing the D200-to-D300 conversion feasibility, and explaining the rationale behind port lock mechanisms (^[134], ^[135]).

Mauricio Handler, described as a professional commercial marine photographer and “field technical advisor to Aquatica,” was a principal reviewer of Aquatica housings for Wetpixel, contributing detailed assessments of the A5000, D100, and D2X housings. A former principal underwater photography assistant to David Doubilet, he brought credibility to Aquatica’s product launches (^[136], ^[137]).

Blake Stoughton, co-owner, was the primary business contact and also an active forum presence, providing shipping updates and customer service information (^[138], ^[139]).

Notable Wetpixel reviewers of Aquatica housings include James Wiseman (S2 Pro, Kodak Pro SLR/n, Canon 5D, Canon 1Ds Mark III), Tim Rock (D100, AD7100, remote release), Tom and Therisa Stack (A995, Canon 20D), Herb Ko (A300), Brian Cripe (Canon 5D), Keri Wilk (AD7000), and Phil Rudin (A7R IV).

Complete product timeline

References

• Aquatica official website