Gates Z3 for Z-Cam E2-S6 / F6 / F8

[Description]

Multi camera support for  Z-CAM Flagship Series E2-S6 / F6 / F8 means system management is required, and mastered via Gates COMMAND / CONTROL module.  The GCC interface provides direct camera and lens authority: smooth IRIS roller, ISO and SS up/down buttons, menu nav and 4x assignables.  All conveniently placed at the operators left thumb tip.  GCC is field update-able as firmware evolves, too.  

Z3 breaks travel barriers.   At 25 lbs / 11 kg fully rigged, Z3 is a backpack-ready, performance-to-size powerhouse.  Optimized for diver operation, Z3 is balanced / trim out of the box, yet fully adjustable to different lenses / configurations.  A vast range DSLR, specialized, (Laowa macro probe) and compact PL (think Zeiss) glass are compatible with Z3's versatile Lens Gear Drive system -- a genuine innovation.

Z3 is, of course, everything you expect from GATES:   Simple, reliable, "bulletproof".   2 year warranty, legendary global support.  Seal Check peace of mind.   Gates plug-and-play Precision Port and Stackable Port Ring strategy. 

With Z3, Seal check, spare bits, tools -- it's all there. There's no 'nickel and diming' you with extra needed gear for an operational system.  Only Gates offers this level of commitment to your success, to your ROI.   

When failure is not an option:  Don't take a chance....take a GATES!

Compatible Cameras:  Z-CAM E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8

The price does NOT include the port and monitor! Please choose ports/monitor which you would like to use!

[Features]

• COMPLETE COMMAND / CONTROL
  Dedicated, direct connect camera control at your fingertips.  Iris knob, menu nav, and 4x assignables in the Gates COMMAND / CONTROL module (which is field update-able as Z-CAM firmware evolves).  Plus 12 ATOMOS LCD touch-screen controls. 
• CLEAN, UNCOMPLICATED, RELIABLE DESIGN
  Another Gates mantra:  simplicity = reliability: Convenience details are nice, but not at the expense of function, purpose, results.  
• EXTENSIVE LENS SUPPORT
  Gates unique Lens Gear Drive system is versatile, adaptable to DSLR, mirrorless, compact cinema (e.g. Zeiss) and specialized (Laowa macro probe) glass. 
  Further, DK is evolved from Pro Action / Pro Explore to accommodate larger lenses, up to 108mm gears / 136 teeth.
• BACKPACK READY
  Setting the bar in performance to size, Z3 weighs in at 25 lbs / 11kg fully rigged with camera, batteries, LCD, DSLR lens and SP60-6 AR coated glass Dome Port.   Ideal for the traveling underwater professional. 
• 2-YEAR WARRANTY. LEGENDARY FACTORY DIRECT SUPPORT.
  Gates is synonymous with reliability and support, and only Gates offers a 2-year, renewable warranty on all housings.
• EXTERNAL MONITOR OPTION
  Really want a top-mounted monitor with full swivel / tilt capability?  You got it.  The Gates NVS External Monitor, which accepts the same ATOMOS SHINOBI SDI LCD used in Z3.  
• FULLY INTEGRATED ATOMOS 5" MONITOR
  Comfortable 15° view angle and daylight-bright, several LCD options are supported: Small HD503 Ultrabright, ATOMOS NINJA V,  SHINOBI, and SHINOBI SDI.
• Please contact info@fun-in.com.tw for more information.
• SEAL CHECK LITE
  Don't rely on a binary red/green light to keep your precious camera safe.  Seal Check Lite's precision vacuum gauge puts you in charge of the go / no go decision.  When unexpected things happen (and they do happen), Seal Check Lite is a troubleshooter, locating leaks and rapid return to action. 
• IT'S INCLUDED
  No buying piece-by-piece.  Z3 includes Seal Check Lite,  spare kit, tool kit, Lens Gear Drives,  system cabling, carry handle and more.  Just add Port(s) and Port Ring(s) specific to your application to make a complete kit.   
• 60 AND 80 SERIES PRECISION PORTS™
  Z3 supports the entire Gates suite of 6, 8 and 10" dome and flat ports.  AR coated glass or acrylic / Perspex options.
• ACCESSORIZE AND CUSTOMIZE
  A range of accessories is available to suit the diverse needs of cinema, Natural History, broadcast TV, research, and military applications. 
• SURFACE SUPPORT
  Z3 would not be complete without consideration for surface tethers.  2X Universal bulkhead adapters utilize both Gates MultiConn and Pass-Through designs for SDI and data connections to the surface.  

[Specification (Preliminary)]

Compatible models: Z-CAM E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8

Controls

• Master System Power On/Off 
• 2x Direct Coupled Lens Gear Drives
• Run / Stop (Switch activated, right thumb)
• Gates Command / Control Module:
  • IRIS
  • Menu navigation (MENU  / SELECT /▲ / ▼ / ► / ◄)
  • 4x Presets / Assignables
• ATOMOS LCD -  all lower screen focus / exposure touchscreen buttons
• ATOMOS LCD - overlay toggle on / off
• ATOMOS Power

DIMENSIONS: 

• Click here for Dimensional Drawings

Construction

• Machined Aluminum, Type III Hard Anodized finish.
• Stainless steel hardware.

Depth Rating

• 250 feet / 76 meters

Weight in Water

• Fully Adjustable Buoyancy / Trim

Weight in Air

• Variable depending on configuration
• ~25 lbs / 11 kg with
  
  • SP60 Dome Port, 2x SPR60-200 Stackable Port Rings, Z-CAM Camera
  • 2x Sony NP-F970 Batteries
  • ATOMOS SHINOBI SDI LCD
  • Canon 16-35f/2.8L III USM  lens

Warranty

• 2 Years Renewable. Gates Warranty Details.

CAMERA EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• Cameras:
  
  • Z-CAM E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8
• Camera Accessories:
  
  • None
• Media
  
  • CFAST Media compatible with Z-CAM models E2-S6 / E2-F6 / E2-F8

Camera prep / setup only (optional)

• Z-Camera iOS or Android app 

Battery Options

• 2x Sony NP-F970 Batteries or equivalent
• HEDBOX RP-NPF970

LCD

• ATOMOS NINJA V,  SHINOBI or SHINOBI SDI LCD

Lenses

• DSLR (Canon EF / Nikon F), Mirrorless (Canon RF) and Compact Cinema Glass (0.8 MOD or 32 Pitch)
• Laowa Macro Probe (with Gates MLA60 Macro Probe Lens Adapter)
• Max Lens Envelope:
  
  • SPR60 Port Rings
    
    • Max lens overall OD:  5.6 in / 142mm
    • Max lens gear OD: 4.25 in / 108 mm / 136 Teeth
    • Min lens gear OD:  3.1 in / 79 mm / 100 Teeth
  • SPR80 or PR80 Port Rings
    
    • Max lens overall OD:  7.5 in / 190mm
    • Max / Min gear OD:  same as above. 

[External Monitor (Optional)]

NVS UNDERWATER MONITOR HOUSING

• COMPATIBLE HOUSINGS: DEEP KOMODO  Z3  ARRI ALEXA MINI / MINI LF    ARRI ALEXA   DEEP WEAPON   SONY Z90
• 1000 nits bright LCD.  4K/60P recording in ProRes RAW.   Extensive focus / exposure tools.  All in a compact, neutrally buoyant package. That's the Gates NVS External Monitor Housing. 

[Ports (Optional)]

60-SERIES PORTS 

• FP60 FLAT PORT: A simple, versatile port option for macro work or lenses that don't perform well with a dome port.  
• SP60-6 DOME PORT: The SP60-6  is a 6in / 152 mm spherical dome port that preserves field of view (FOV) underwater, and is ideally suited for wide to fisheye imaging.  Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass or optical grade Acrylic (Perspex) versions, the latter field serviceable / replaceable.

80-SERIES PORTS COMPATIBLE

• FP80 FLAT PORT: Due to its larger front element, the FP80 supports a variety of medium to macro lenses – including external zooms. A simple, versatile port option.  Both Acrylic (Perspex) and Glass versions available.  
• SP80-8 Dome Port: The SP80-8 is an 8in / 203mm spherical dome port that preserves field of view (FOV) underwater, and is ideally suited for wide to fisheye imaging.  Medium to macro, too, when paired with compatible macro zoom lenses.  Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass or optical grade Acrylic (Perspex) versions, the latter field serviceable / replaceable.
• SP80-10 Dome Port: The SP80-10 is a 10in / 254mm spherical dome port that, like it's smaller SP80-8 sibling preserves field of view (FOV) underwater for wide to fisheye imaging.  The SP80-10 however, exhibits superior compatibility with rectilinear lenses, mitigating the soft corners classically found with dome ports in general.  This particularly beneficial with certain cinema PL mount glass like Arri Master Primes and Ultra Primes. The SP80-10 is available in Anti-Reflective (AR) coated glass only.

SPECIALIZED PORT / ADAPTERS

• MLA60 MACRO PROBE LENS ADAPTER: In collaboration with Venus Optics, the Gates MLA60 Probe Lens Adapter allows full submersion of the Laowa 24mm Macro Probe lens for truly unique macro imaging perspective.   A long, tubular barrel with tiny lens tip can extend into the smallest of spaces, yet provide a remarkable 84° FOV, 2:1 magnification, and infinity focus.  Further, the Laowa 24mm Macro covers full frame *and* larger sensors like RED Monstro from a standard Canon or Nikon mount.  

CUSTOM PORT

• Gates Precision Ports extend to custom designs for specific applications like underwater UV imaging or Corrective Optics (CO) that adapt a specific lens for underwater imaging, and eliminating distortions / aberrations.  Contact Gates to discuss your particular application.

[Included Accessories]

• SEAL CHECK LITE
• SPARE KIT / TOOL KIT
• CARRY HANDLE
• 2-YEAR WARRANTY.

[Accessories (Optional)]

• MONITOR SHADES AND STACKABLE EXTENSIONS
• EXTERNAL MONITOR
• EASY GRIP LENS CONTROL
• CUSTOMIZATION
• HD-SDI / UHD-SDI SURFACE FEED
• LED LIGHTING
• Body CAP
• STACKABLE PORT RINGS (SPR'S)

[Manuals and Documents]

• Gates Z3 Setup, Use and Care Guide
• Gates Recommended Lenses for Flat and Dome Ports
• Gates Underwater Housing General Care and Maintenance Guide
• Z3 Dimensional Drawing
• Updating Gates COMMAND / CONTROL Module -- Z3 Housing