{"product_id":"kraken-sports-hydra-4000-wrgbu-underwater-video-light-4-000-lumens","title":"Kraken Sports Hydra 4000 WRGBU Underwater Video Light – 4,000 Lumens","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKraken Sports Hydra 4000 WRGBU\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, versatile underwater video light delivering \u003cstrong\u003e4,000 lumens of continuous output\u003c\/strong\u003e with a wide 100° underwater beam and high CRI 90 color quality. White, red, blue, UV, and adjustable RGB modes make it an excellent multi-purpose light for underwater video, macro, night diving, and creative photography.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt also offers a \u003cstrong\u003e6,000-lumen burst mode\u003c\/strong\u003e, USB-C charging, remote-control capability, and approximately 60 minutes of runtime at full continuous power. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4,000-lumen\u003c\/strong\u003e continuous flood output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6,000-lumen burst mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide \u003cstrong\u003e100° underwater beam\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRI 90\u003c\/strong\u003e for accurate color reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5000K\u003c\/strong\u003e white-light color temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, Red, UV, Blue \u0026amp; adjustable RGB modes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e60-minute runtime at full power\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-button control system with battery-level indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-C charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact \u003cstrong\u003e62mm x 147mm\u003c\/strong\u003e body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote-control capable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth \u003cstrong\u003e1-inch ball and YS mounts included\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e330 ft \/ 100 m depth rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for wide-angle video, macro, night diving, and creative lighting \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompact, Versatile Lighting for Underwater Photo \u0026amp; Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKraken Sports Hydra 4000 WRGBU\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a powerful 4,000-lumen continuous video light with multiple color modes, high-quality white light, USB-C charging, and an additional 6,000-lumen burst mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts combination of power and versatility makes it particularly useful for underwater photographers who don't want to carry several specialized lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUse the white flood for conventional underwater video, red light during night dives, UV for fluorescence applications, or the adjustable RGB modes for more creative lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e4,000 Lumens of Continuous Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 produces \u003cstrong\u003e4,000 lumens of continuous white flood lighting at 5000K\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis provides plenty of usable illumination for compact and mirrorless underwater camera systems, particularly when shooting subjects at the close distances where underwater video lights perform best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's a strong option for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef and marine-life video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish portraits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-focus wide angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMacro video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction-camera systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact camera systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight diving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative underwater photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor photographers wanting broader and more balanced wide-angle coverage, two Hydra 4000 lights can be mounted on opposite sides of the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWide 100° Underwater Beam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRaw lumen output only tells part of the story with an underwater video light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 distributes its output across a \u003cstrong\u003e100° underwater beam\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving photographers broad illumination without concentrating all of the available light into a narrow center spot. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is particularly important for video, where obvious hot spots and uneven illumination can become distracting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike some multifunction dive lights, the Hydra 4000 does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e have a dedicated narrow spot mode. It's designed primarily around broad underwater illumination. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCRI 90 for Better Underwater Color\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 isn't designed around lumens alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts white light has a \u003cstrong\u003eCRI of 90\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping cameras reproduce colors more naturally than lower-quality LEDs. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat's particularly important underwater because water rapidly absorbs warm wavelengths such as reds and oranges. By bringing quality artificial light close to your subject, the Hydra can help restore the colors, contrast, and detail that disappear as you descend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMozaik Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e When comparing underwater video lights, don't look at lumens alone. Beam angle, color temperature, and CRI are also important. A powerful light with poor color quality or an uneven beam isn't necessarily the better video light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhite, Red, Blue, UV \u0026amp; RGB Modes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of the Hydra 4000 is its \u003cstrong\u003eWRGBU multi-color lighting system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInstead of being limited to conventional white video lighting, you can select different modes depending on what you're shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Flood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour primary mode for underwater video and general photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUseful for night diving and observing certain nocturnal marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue \u0026amp; RGB Lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvides additional options for creative underwater photography and video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for fluorescence applications when paired with the appropriate barrier filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKraken specifies LED outputs of \u003cstrong\u003e12W red, 9W green, 9W blue, and 18W UV\u003c\/strong\u003e, with wavelengths of 620nm red, 525nm green, 465nm blue, 380nm UV, and 420nm purple. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003e6,000-Lumen Burst Mode\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn addition to its 4,000-lumen continuous output, the Hydra 4000 can produce a \u003cstrong\u003e6,000-lumen burst at 5000K\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis provides additional output for suitable underwater still-photography applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's important to understand that an LED burst light is not identical to a traditional xenon underwater strobe. Dedicated strobes produce an extremely short flash duration that is particularly effective for freezing fast-moving subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra's burst capability is better viewed as an additional photographic tool rather than a complete replacement for a dedicated underwater strobe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eApproximately 60 Minutes at Full Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKraken rates the Hydra 4000 for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60 minutes of burn time at 100% continuous flood output\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor many dives, you won't need the light operating at maximum output continuously. Reducing output when subjects are closer can extend useful battery life while also making it easier to balance artificial lighting against ambient light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree-Button Underwater Controls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 uses a \u003cstrong\u003ethree-button control interface with battery-level indication\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe three-button layout was an update from Kraken's earlier dual-button Hydra design and was intended to make navigating the light's numerous functions easier underwater. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat's especially helpful on a WRGBU light because you're controlling considerably more than simple brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eUSB-C Charging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 introduced convenient \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C charging\u003c\/strong\u003e to the Hydra platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKraken supplied the light with a compact GaN charger capable of charging up to two batteries simultaneously, with an additional charging port available for another device. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat can help reduce the number of chargers required when traveling with cameras, lights, phones, tablets, and other electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kraken specifically instructs users to charge the Hydra 4000 battery using the appropriate included charging block. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRemote-Control Capable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLike other lights in Kraken's Hydra family, the Hydra 4000 is \u003cstrong\u003eremote-control capable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdding the compatible Kraken remote and fiber-optic cables allows the light to be controlled without reaching out to the light head itself. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis becomes particularly useful with dual-light configurations where the lights may be positioned farther away from the housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBall and YS Mounts Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKraken includes both \u003cstrong\u003eball and YS mounting options\u003c\/strong\u003e, making the Hydra 4000 easier to integrate into different underwater camera rigs without immediately purchasing another mounting adapter. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe ball mount works particularly well with conventional 1-inch ball-and-clamp arm systems, while the YS option provides compatibility with YS-style lighting mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBuilt for Serious Diving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 is depth rated to \u003cstrong\u003e330 ft \/ 100 m\u003c\/strong\u003e, substantially deeper than normal recreational scuba limits. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKraken also designed the light head with an additional level of protection in the event of an accidental battery-compartment flood. The manufacturer states that the head is water resistant if the light is removed from the water immediately following a flood. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWho Is the Hydra 4000 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Hydra 4000 WRGBU is particularly well suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderwater videographers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and mirrorless camera systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoPro and action-camera rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMacro photo and video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClose-focus wide-angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef and marine-life video\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNight diving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative RGB lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivers wanting one light with multiple functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotographers building a dual-video-light system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts combination of \u003cstrong\u003e4,000-lumen continuous output, 6,000-lumen burst, CRI 90 white light, RGB, UV, and red modes\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it much more versatile than a conventional white-only video light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kraken Sports\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydra 4000 WRGBU\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydra-4000WRGBU\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,000 lumens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurst Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6,000 lumens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Color Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5000K\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRI:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderwater Beam Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100°\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuntime:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 60 minutes at 100% flood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flood \/ Red \/ UV \/ Blue \/ Adjustable RGB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12W \/ 620nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9W \/ 525nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9W \/ 465nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Output:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18W \/ 380nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Wavelength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 420nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-button interface with battery-level indicator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ball and YS mounts included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 330 ft \/ 100 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 62mm diameter x 147mm length\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight on Land:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 690g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Underwater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 290g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpot Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e No \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTop Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. 4,000-Lumen Continuous Flood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrong continuous illumination for underwater video, macro, reefs, and marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. High CRI 90 Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuality 5000K white light helps reproduce more natural colors underwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. 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