Ikelite vs Kraken Sports
200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera vs TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
Two camera systems, two housing choices: start with the camera you own.
Ikelite
Kraken Sports
Scores are our editorial opinion of these models, based on features, suitability and ownership trade-offs—not hands-on test results. How we chose →
We’d pick the 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera.
We’d start with Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera. We like the clear rear panel and DL port system as a starting point for a Canon R6 V rig. Choose Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7 instead if its strengths are a better match: our compact-camera option for divers building around the TG-6 or TG-7 family. These housings are not interchangeable: camera fit comes before our score. Build the quote around the supported camera, lens, port and controls.
Which one suits you?
Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
We like the clear rear panel and DL port system as a starting point for a Canon R6 V rig. The standard package has a left handle; price the rest of your preferred setup.
Get to know this model →Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
Our compact-camera option for divers building around the TG-6 or TG-7 family. The conflicting depth claims need written clarification; it cannot house the mirrorless cameras in this group.
Get to know this model →Specifications side by side
The details that matter, side by side. “Check with the brand” means we have not confirmed that detail.
| Detail | Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera | Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Camera fitCheck with the brand | Canon R6 V | Check with the brand |
| Manufacturer modelCheck with the brand | 71774 | Check with the brand |
| Depth ratingCheck with the brand | 60 m | Conflicting 80 m / 100 m claims |
| Port systemCheck with the brand | DL; port sold separately | Check with the brand |
| ConstructionCheck with the brand | ABS-PC body; clear rear panel | Check with the brand |
| Base gripCheck with the brand | Left quick-release handle | Check with the brand |
| BodyCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | Hard-anodised aluminium |
| Camera familyCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | TG-6 / TG-7; verify exact fit |
| Port threadCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | 52 mm; 67 mm with adapter |
| Vacuum systemCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | Electronic; M16 bulkhead also listed |
| Listed weightCheck with the brand | Check with the brand | 685 g on land |
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What the differences mean when you buy
Camera and lens compatibility
Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
- Camera fit
- Canon R6 V
- Port system
- DL; port sold separately
Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
- Camera family
- TG-6 / TG-7; verify exact fit
- Port thread
- 52 mm; 67 mm with adapter
Camera fit is the first pass-or-fail check. Housings for different bodies are alternative complete systems, not interchangeable parts. Identify the exact lens, port, extensions and gears in the current chart. A shared port-family name does not guarantee that every combination or gear transfers between models.
Controls, flash and monitoring
Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
Ask the brand about this detail before ordering.
Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
Ask the brand about this detail before ordering.
Map the controls you actually need to the housing control list. Broad marketing descriptions can omit exclusions found in a detailed table. Flash triggers, monitor bulkheads and cables may be optional or serial-dependent. A surface charging connection is not an underwater charging instruction; use it only as specified by the manufacturer.
Complete rig and included protection systems
Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
- Construction
- ABS-PC body; clear rear panel
- Base grip
- Left quick-release handle
Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
- Body
- Hard-anodised aluminium
- Listed weight
- 685 g on land
- Vacuum system
- Electronic; M16 bulkhead also listed
Compare the complete ready-to-use rig, not just a bare housing body. Ports, camera, lens, handles, batteries, lights and floats affect total size and handling. Confirm which vacuum components are included and which are optional. A leak-detection or vacuum system does not replace correct manufacturer preparation or guarantee against flooding.
A closer look at both
200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
Ikelite’s standard R6 V housing is the starting point for a Canon R6 V underwater system, with a clear rear panel and a DL lens-port mount. The single left handle keeps the base package simpler than the Deluxe version. It makes most sense if you already own compatible handles and vacuum accessories, or want to choose those parts individually.
What we like
We like the clear rear panel and DL port system as a starting point for a Canon R6 V rig.
What would make us think twice
The standard package has a left handle; price the rest of your preferred setup.
More about the 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera →TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
The TG-PRO is an aluminium camera housing sold for Olympus/OM System TG-6 and TG-7 cameras. Its appeal is the built-in electronic vacuum system, access to camera controls and provision for an internal 18650 battery to charge the camera. The 52 mm port thread accepts compatible wet optics; 67 mm lenses require an adapter.
What we like
Our compact-camera option for divers building around the TG-6 or TG-7 family.
What would make us think twice
The conflicting depth claims need written clarification; it cannot house the mirrorless cameras in this group.
More about the TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7 →Four checks before you place an order
- Write down the exact camera body and lens, then confirm the current housing and port-chart combination.
- Check every required control, trigger and monitor connection, including serial-number restrictions.
- Obtain a complete package quote covering ports, gears, handles, vacuum components and required cables.
- Follow the manufacturer setup and checking process with competent support before exposing the camera system to water.
Ask for a quote for the complete kit, including the accessories you need. That makes the price comparison much more useful.
Price, accessories and owning the equipment
The lens-port system can dominate the real buying decision. Include required extensions, gears, lighting connections and view or monitor accessories, and distinguish items you already own from items that must be bought. A Deluxe package may save separate purchases without changing the housing’s control access.
If comparing housings for different cameras, include the camera and lens cost as well as any lost compatibility with existing equipment. Confirm repair support, spare seals and the handling of warranty claims. Manufacturer depth ratings are equipment limits; they do not establish a safe diving depth or eliminate the need for a supported configuration.
How we scored these models & further reading
These are our subjective buying scores out of 100. We weigh the usefulness of the features, the intended diving or carrying job, and the compromises involved in owning the gear. They are not laboratory measurements, safety grades or customer averages. The verdict applies to the two named models, not everything either brand makes.
90–100: one of our first choices for the stated job. 80–89: a strong option with trade-offs. 70–79: a more specific fit. A different fit, camera, valve or dive plan can change which one you should buy.
Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera
Product details and further reading →Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7
Product details and further reading →Questions worth settling
Can I swap cameras because the housing dimensions look similar?
No. Compatibility must be explicitly established for the exact camera and lens. Similar external dimensions, a shared mount family or a nearby model name do not prove that controls, ports or the internal fit are interchangeable.
Which is the better buy for this particular comparison?
These housings are not interchangeable: camera fit comes before our score. Build the quote around the supported camera, lens, port and controls. Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Canon R6 V Camera: The standard package has a left handle; price the rest of your preferred setup. Kraken Sports TG-PRO Housing for Olympus TG6/TG7: The conflicting depth claims need written clarification; it cannot house the mirrorless cameras in this group.
Our pick is where we would start. Choose the other model if its fit or features better match your setup—especially where a camera, valve, boot or exposure suit needs an exact match.
