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Nauticam vs Ikelite

NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera vs 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Choose your camera system first: these housings fit different cameras.

RED CORNERNauticam
NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera
NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera
89/100Our editorial score
BLUE CORNERIkelite
200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera
200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera
93/100Our editorial score
OUR PICK

Scores are our editorial opinion of these models, based on features, suitability and ownership trade-offs—not hands-on test results. How we chose →

THE VERDICT

We’d pick the 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera.

If you are choosing a camera system from scratch, our pick is Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera. Our Nikon ZR package pick: included dual handles, pump and surface USB-C bulkhead make the starting kit appealing.

Which one suits you?

OPTION A

Nauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

We like the 1.9 kg body for a travel-conscious Sony A7CII or A7CR rig. The camera and lens must match; surface USB-PD support also depends on serial number and accessories.

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OPTION B

Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Our Nikon ZR package pick: included dual handles, pump and surface USB-C bulkhead make the starting kit appealing. Its 60 m rating and lack of electronic zoom control need to fit your plan.

Get to know this model →
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Specifications side by side

The details that matter, side by side. “Check with the brand” means we have not confirmed that detail.

Nauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera vs Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera — manufacturer specifications
DetailNauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R CameraIkelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera
Camera fitSony A7CII or A7CRNikon ZR
Depth rating100 m60 m
Port systemN100DL; separately selected port required
Weight in airCheck with the brand1.9 kgCheck with the brand
DimensionsCheck with the brand316 × 173 × 109 mmCheck with the brand
Vacuum valveCheck with the brandOptional 25624Check with the brand
Surface USB-PD optionCheck with the brandFrom S/N A599661; extra bulkhead/adaptor requiredCheck with the brand
Included accessoriesCheck with the brandCheck with the brandDual handles, surface USB-C bulkhead, vacuum pump and spare O-rings
Accessory openingsCheck with the brandCheck with the brandM16 and M24
Control exclusionCheck with the brandCheck with the brandElectronic zoom

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What the differences mean when you buy

Camera and lens compatibility

Nauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

Camera fit
Sony A7CII or A7CR
Port system
N100

Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Camera fit
Nikon ZR
Port system
DL; separately selected port required

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

Nauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

Surface USB-PD option
From S/N A599661; extra bulkhead/adaptor required

Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Control exclusion
Electronic zoom
Accessory openings
M16 and M24

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

Nauticam NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

Dimensions
316 × 173 × 109 mm
Weight in air
1.9 kg
Vacuum valve
Optional 25624

Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Included accessories
Dual handles, surface USB-C bulkhead, vacuum pump and spare O-rings

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

Nauticam

NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera

The NA-A7CII/R houses either the Sony A7CII or A7CR in a relatively compact N100 body. At a listed 1.9 kg, it is lighter than several larger Sony Nauticam housings, though a finished underwater setup still needs its lens port and lighting. It is intended for owners who want to keep one of these compact full-frame cameras underwater.

What we like

We like the 1.9 kg body for a travel-conscious Sony A7CII or A7CR rig.

What would make us think twice

The camera and lens must match; surface USB-PD support also depends on serial number and accessories.

More about the NA-A7CII Housing for Sony A7CII / R Camera →
Ikelite

200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera

Ikelite’s Nikon ZR housing pairs a DL port mount with a dual-handle base for a compact cinema-camera rig. The included surface USB-C charging/data connection, vacuum pump and spare seals are practical additions for repeated filming sessions. M16 and M24 accessory positions provide room to plan an external monitor connection.

What we like

Our Nikon ZR package pick: included dual handles, pump and surface USB-C bulkhead make the starting kit appealing.

What would make us think twice

Its 60 m rating and lack of electronic zoom control need to fit your plan.

More about the 200DL Underwater Housing for Nikon ZR 6K Cinema Camera →

Four checks before you place an order

  1. Write down the exact camera body and lens, then confirm the current housing and port-chart combination.
  2. Check every required control, trigger and monitor connection, including serial-number restrictions.
  3. Obtain a complete package quote covering ports, gears, handles, vacuum components and required cables.
  4. 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.

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 are different camera systems, not interchangeable housings. If you already own a camera, its fit comes first. Its 60 m rating and lack of electronic zoom control need to fit your plan. We like the 1.9 kg body for a travel-conscious Sony A7CII or A7CR rig.

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.

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