Lighting plays an important role in underwater videography. New developments have made LED lighting systems much cheaper and the light output to weight ratio is getting better all the time.

Since BS Kinetics produces no lighting systems of its own, we recommend the following products. All lighting equipment has a burn time of at least 60 minutes at full power. All underwater lights listed here have a beam coverage of more than 80°.

Two lamp heads should be used when shooting. This is the only way to prevent the shadows under your subject. Depending on the weight of the lamp head, lamps are attached with flexible or rigid light arms.

The compact and lightweight V4 video light is made out of hard anodized aluminium and is available in silver and black. 3 x 3 watt high performance LEDs give an output of over 600 lumens, with three different output level options.
 
It has an 80° beam angle and has no hotspot. The design and handling of this light make it perfect for video lighting. The light has a burn time of approximately 90 minutes at full power. Power supply comes from 4 AA batteries, or a rechargeable battery.

Technical data:

Size: 135 mm *ø 62 mm (head) *ø 47 mm (body)
Weight: 300 g
Power supply: 4 x AA batteries or rechargeable batteries
Burn time: 1.5 to 10 hours (with 2700 mAh NiMH batteries)
Lumens: 600
Coverage: 80°
Output levels: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4 power levels, distress light, SOS signal
Included in delivery: light, carabiner, mounting bracket
Not Included: Batteries, YS adapter

A newly developed panel light in 16:9 format

As with all the Subtronic devices, the Subtronic Video light is equipped with an external battery.

The 7.2 Ah external battery pack provides 75 minutes of light and weights only 1 kg.
 
- Incredible 6 x 7W LED performance, with a CRI of 96.
- Uniform illumination over the entire surface
- Underwater beam angle: 110°
- 4 light intensity (output): 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%
- Battery charger included.

In addition to the systems detailed here, we stock suitable video lighting equipment from Hartenberger, Greenforce, and Werner Lightpower.
 
We welcome queries about other options available, and requests for more detailed information.

Because of its compact 140 mm length and 45 mm diameter, the SEARAY 1040 is an ideal diving companion. Although it weighs only 380g on land, thanks to state-of-the-art technology, this light system manages a luminous flux of up to 850 lumen and a 4-hour burn time.

Technical data:

Size: Length 140 mm, Ø 45 mm
Housing: hard anodized aluminium
Weight: 380 g 157 g output
Depth rating: 200 m
Luminous flux: 850 lumen
Angle of 13 °, 23 ° (standard), 48°, 90° (without lens)
Output levels: 25% 50% 75% 100%
Operating time (min): 280, 140, 105, 70
Completely μP controlled
Manual SOS distress signal
Auto-SOS distress signal after 4 minutes' immobility (on-off option)
Flight mode
Sensor controlled shut-off (auto flight mode)
Integrated system monitoring and error log
Automatic slave flash (on-off option)
1 Hz flash light indicator
Power on self test
Lithium-Manganese battery (safest battery technology)
Battery capacity display via multi-function LED display
Temperature control (during operation and when charging)
Integrated electronic charging (charging extension)
Universal power supply 90 - 240 V
12V Adapter and car charger (optional)
Carrying case for safe and space-saving storage
Jacket pocket standard only with SEARAY 1040

The SEARAY 2010 is just 70 mm longer than the SEARAY 1040 and has the same diameter, but offers twice as much of battery life on your dives. Although it weighs only 530g on land, thanks to state-of-the-art technology, this light system manages a luminous flux of up to 850 lumen and an 8-hour burn time.

Technical data:

Size: Length 210 mm, Ø 45 mm
Housing: hard anodized aluminium
Weight: 380 g 157 g output
Depth rating: 200 m
Luminous flux: 850 lumen
Angle of 13 °, 23 ° (standard), 48°, 90° (without lens)
Output levels: 25% 50% 75% 100%
Operating time (min): 280, 140, 105, 70
Completely μP controlled
Manual SOS distress signal
Auto-SOS distress signal after 4 minutes' immobility (on-off option)
Flight mode
Sensor controlled shut-off (auto flight mode)
Integrated system monitoring and error log
Automatic slave flash (on-off option)
1 Hz flash light indicator
Power on self test
Lithium-Manganese battery (safest battery technology)
Battery capacity display via multi-function LED display
Temperature control (during operation and when charging)
Integrated electronic charging (charging extension)
Universal power supply 90 - 240 V
12V Adapter and car charger (optional)
Carrying case for safe and space-saving storage
Jacket pocket standard only with SEARAY 1040