DNC-S1 Sonic
Underwater HDMI 4K Live-View Housing for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX0 II (100m / 330ft)
DNC-S1 Sonic is a professional underwater housing system built to deliver a real-time 4K HDMI live video feed from underwater to the surface while providing continuous external power for long-duration operation. It is designed around the ultra-compact Sony DSC-RX0 II (15.3MP 1.0-type Exmor RS stacked CMOS sensor) for industrial inspection, marine research, aquaculture, underwater events, and fixed or mobile underwater monitoring.
Key Features
- Dedicated housing for Sony DSC-RX0 II
- Clean, uncompressed 4:2:2 HDMI output for 4K monitoring/recording (camera feature)
- 4K UHD live view (3840×2160) at 25/30 fps over HDMI
- Depth rated: 100 meters / 330 feet
- Rugged aluminum housing with optical-grade front glass
- Permanently attached waterproof HDMI & power cables (standard set: 10m + 10m)
- Wide external power input: 7.4V to 24V DC (minimum 1.5A)
- 1/2-20 mounting threads on top and bottom
- Optional cable lengths up to 100m
HDMI Video Transmission (Surface Live View)
The Sony RX0 II provides a clean HDMI workflow for monitoring and recording with external devices. DNC-S1 Sonic includes a waterproof HDMI cable (standard length: 10m / 33ft) supporting 4K UHD 3840×2160 at 25/30 fps. The surface end terminates with a full-size HDMI Type-A male connector for easy connection to monitors, recorders, capture cards, or encoders.
Note: HDMI format support depends on the camera video settings and your surface equipment.
External Power (7.4V–24V DC)
Stop worrying about battery runtime. The included waterproof power cable (standard length: 10m) allows the camera to be powered from the surface for extended operation. You may use your own DC supply in the range of 7.4V to 24V (minimum 1.5A recommended).
- Included: 12V AC power supply (110–240V)
- Included: Battery plate for Sony L-Series (NP-F) (portable surface power option)
Available Cable Length Options
- 10m (33ft) – standard set
- 30m (98ft)
- 45m (148ft)
- 68m (223ft)
- 100m (328ft)
Custom lengths and configurations are available on request.
Typical Applications
- Underwater inspections (infrastructure, hulls, pipelines, docks)
- Marine research & environmental monitoring
- Aquaculture and fish-farm observation
- Underwater live events, exhibitions, and training
- Fixed-position long-duration underwater camera deployments
Options & Accessories
- Extended HDMI and power cables (up to 100m)
- Camera tray
- Two LED video lights
- Clamps / arms for LED lights
SET INCLUDES
- Waterproof housing (camera not included)
- Underwater HDMI cable 10m with standard type A connector
- Underwater External Power cable 10m with standard female 2.1mm x 5.5mm Barrel plug
- 12V AC power supply (110–240V)
- Sony L-Series (NP-F) battery plate (surface power option)
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