Description
The Kraken Hydra 1800 Wide/Spot/Red Auto-Off Video Light is a versatile underwater dive light designed for photographers, videographers, and recreational divers who need both wide flood and focused spot illumination in a compact package. Delivering up to 1,800 lumens of white light, it features selectable wide and spot beam modes, a dedicated red light mode for approaching sensitive marine life, and an Auto-Off function that automatically turns the light off when a strobe fires to prevent unwanted illumination in photos.
Compact yet rugged, the Hydra 1800 is built from hard-anodized marine-grade aluminum and is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Whether you're using it as a focus light, primary dive light, or compact video light, it provides dependable performance for a wide variety of underwater applications.
Key Benefits
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1,800 Lumens of Bright White Light
Delivers powerful illumination for underwater photography, videography, and recreational diving. -
Wide & Spot Beam Modes
Switch between a broad flood beam for video and a focused spot beam for navigation, signaling, or focus assistance. -
Dedicated Red Light Mode
Helps minimize disturbance to shy marine life and preserves your natural night vision during night dives. -
Automatic Strobe Auto-Off Function
Automatically turns the light off when a compatible strobe fires, preventing continuous light from affecting still photographs. -
Rechargeable Battery System
Provides dependable runtime for extended dives and multiple underwater photography sessions. -
Compact & Durable Construction
Hard-anodized aluminum housing is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and built for demanding underwater environments.
Who It's For
- Underwater photographers
- Underwater videographers
- Scuba divers and technical divers
- Night divers
- Macro photographers needing a focus light
- Divers seeking a compact primary or backup dive light
- Anyone using underwater strobes who benefits from Auto-Off functionality
- What’s Included
- Kraken Hydra 1800 Wide/Spot/Red Auto-Off Light
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Battery charger
- 1-inch ball mount adapter
- Lanyard
- Spare O-rings
- Silicone grease
- User documentation
Key Specifications
- Product Type: Underwater Video / Focus / Dive Light
- Maximum White Output: 1,800 lumens
- Light Modes: White Wide Beam, White Spot Beam, Red Light
- Auto-Off Function: Yes (compatible strobe synchronization)
- Power Source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Construction: Hard-anodized marine-grade aluminum
- Mount: Standard 1-inch ball mount
- Use Case: Focus light, macro photography, underwater video, recreational diving, and night diving
- Environment: Saltwater and freshwater compatible
FAQ
What is the Auto-Off feature?
The Auto-Off function automatically turns the light off when a compatible underwater strobe fires, preventing continuous light from influencing your still photographs.
What is the red light mode used for?
The red light helps reduce disturbance to marine life and preserves your night vision during low-light and night dives.
Can I switch between wide and spot beams?
Yes. The Hydra 1800 allows you to select either a wide flood beam for video or a focused spot beam for navigation and focus assistance.
Is this light suitable for both diving and photography?
Absolutely. It functions as an excellent dive light, focus light, and compact video light.
Will it fit my existing underwater camera system?
Yes. The included standard 1-inch ball mount is compatible with most underwater arm systems from Kraken, ULCS, Nauticam, INON, Ikelite, and other major manufacturers.