Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe

Crazyduck · 25th April 2005, 23:23

I was curious if anyone has a market price for a used strobe.

Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe, does anyone know the street value?

I have a lead on a used unit, plus I need something pretty heavy duty for cave diving unless I mount both of my 10watt HID lights for illumination?

I was thinking of mating it with a DX-3000G or a 35mm digital camera and UW housing.

My main concern is having the ability to use this strobe with a digital (underwater) camera. I believe that there was a concern with the digital cameras and using certain strobes- something about a pre-flash.

Thanks, Andrew

***jradomski*** · 25th April 2005, 23:39

Quote: (Originally Posted by Crazyduck)

I was curious if anyone has a market price for a used strobe.

Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe, does anyone know the street value?

I have a lead on a used unit, plus I need something pretty heavy duty for cave diving unless I mount both of my 10watt HID lights for illumination?

I was thinking of mating it with a DX-3000G or a 35mm digital camera and UW housing.

My main concern is having the ability to use this strobe with a digital (underwater) camera. I believe that there was a concern with the digital cameras and using certain strobes- something about a pre-flash.

Thanks, Andrew

I use the strobe you describe.. How effective it is depends on your camera and your skill as a photographer.. On many cameras you have to use the camera in manual mode...

I found I usually shoot with the power settings between 1/8 and 1/2 power. For some cameras there are aftermarket adapters to fdo TTL.. IF you like to shoot with fixed aperatures you will need an aftermarket controller like the ROC to give you moreower settings on the strobe..

I don't know the capabilitiesof the cameras you are suggesting..

h2ophotopro · 26th April 2005, 13:19

Crazy duck you would not be able to use the 350 with the DX3000. The DX3000 does not allow the use a standard sync cord. You must use a fiber optic cable. The strobe would fire in slave mode after being signaled by the internal camera flash on the DX3000. The problem is the 350 is not set up to connect with these fiber optic cables. Sea & Sea has a few "digital strobes" which are designed to work in this fashion.

What other digital cameras are you considering using the strobe with???

I will check on pricing and get back to you. Also, I think there are better, smaller strobes that will handle your needs, be more versatile with todays digital cameras and, new they will be similarly priced to the used 350.

Crazyduck · 26th April 2005, 13:26

Quote: (Originally Posted by jradomski)

I use the strobe you describe.. How effective it is depends on your camera and your skill as a photographer.. On many cameras you have to use the camera in manual mode...

I found I usually shoot with the power settings between 1/8 and 1/2 power. For some cameras there are aftermarket adapters to fdo TTL.. IF you like to shoot with fixed aperatures you will need an aftermarket controller like the ROC to give you moreower settings on the strobe..

I don't know the capabilitiesof the cameras you are suggesting..

Thank you... for the heads up about using this strobe and your experiences.

Andrew

Crazyduck · 26th April 2005, 14:58

Quote: (Originally Posted by h2ophotopro)

Crazy duck you would not be able to use the 350 with the DX3000. The DX3000 does not allow the use a standard sync cord. You must use a fiber optic cable. The strobe would fire in slave mode after being signaled by the internal camera flash on the DX3000. The problem is the 350 is not set up to connect with these fiber optic cables. Sea & Sea has a few "digital strobes" which are designed to work in this fashion.

What other digital cameras are you considering using the strobe with???

I will check on pricing and get back to you. Also, I think there are better, smaller strobes that will handle your needs, be more versatile with todays digital cameras and, new they will be similarly priced to the used 350.

Hey Mike,

I am long time photo nerd from High School- back in the day.
I have used Pin hole cameras, range finders, 35mm, medium format and a few land cameras. I inhaled my fair share of Kodak chemical products.

Presently, I just shoot industrial shots of machinery for work and stainless steel doesn’t move very fast.

Last year I used a DX3000G on a dive trip to the Flower Gardens and had a Blast!

I would like something that I can use for landscapes, dry and wet cave, and diving. Nothing too demanding for depth- I am usually around 120ft. for a casual dive or deeper as needed.

Good example would have been that Giant catfish I saw two weekends ago- 4 ft long. No camera- dag nabit.

I am looking for a digital camera that I can shoot with the following specifications.

At Least 5 meg image density preferably higher.

SLR format or proper optics- no 28mm or proprietary lens.

And the cost needs to be reasonable

Housing can be from the usual suspects

same with the stobe package

Any thoughts?

Thanks Andrew

h2ophotopro · 27th April 2005, 01:11

Andrew let me get some thoughts and packages together for you and I will get them over tonight. Best thing is if you give me your email so I can attach the files. Do you have Excel?

Also, do you have a preference, Nikon or Canon??

Crazyduck · 27th April 2005, 18:02

Quote: (Originally Posted by h2ophotopro)

Andrew let me get some thoughts and packages together for you and I will get them over tonight. Best thing is if you give me your email so I can attach the files. Do you have Excel?

Also, do you have a preference, Nikon or Canon??

PM sent!

25th April 2005, 23:23	#1 (permalink)
Crazyduck Underwater Mechanic Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: TEXAS, Dallas/ Ft.Worth Posts: 711	Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe I was curious if anyone has a market price for a used strobe. Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe, does anyone know the street value? I have a lead on a used unit, plus I need something pretty heavy duty for cave diving unless I mount both of my 10watt HID lights for illumination? I was thinking of mating it with a DX-3000G or a 35mm digital camera and UW housing. My main concern is having the ability to use this strobe with a digital (underwater) camera. I believe that there was a concern with the digital cameras and using certain strobes- something about a pre-flash. Thanks, Andrew
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25th April 2005, 23:39	#2 (permalink)
*jradomski* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Optima rEvo Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Evolution Megalodon Classic Kiss rEvo Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: "Da" Bronx Posts: 3,023	Quote: (Originally Posted by Crazyduck) I was curious if anyone has a market price for a used strobe. Sea and Sea YS-350TTL Pro strobe, does anyone know the street value? I have a lead on a used unit, plus I need something pretty heavy duty for cave diving unless I mount both of my 10watt HID lights for illumination? I was thinking of mating it with a DX-3000G or a 35mm digital camera and UW housing. My main concern is having the ability to use this strobe with a digital (underwater) camera. I believe that there was a concern with the digital cameras and using certain strobes- something about a pre-flash. Thanks, Andrew I use the strobe you describe.. How effective it is depends on your camera and your skill as a photographer.. On many cameras you have to use the camera in manual mode... I found I usually shoot with the power settings between 1/8 and 1/2 power. For some cameras there are aftermarket adapters to fdo TTL.. IF you like to shoot with fixed aperatures you will need an aftermarket controller like the ROC to give you moreower settings on the strobe.. I don't know the capabilitiesof the cameras you are suggesting.. __________________ Joe Radomski CCR Trimix Instructor Trainer ANDI Instructor Trainer Director #10 All posts are personal opinions and DO NOT reflect any affiliated agency unless specifically stated.
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26th April 2005, 13:19	#3 (permalink)
h2ophotopro Photo Pro Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Woodland Hills, CA Posts: 161	Crazy duck you would not be able to use the 350 with the DX3000. The DX3000 does not allow the use a standard sync cord. You must use a fiber optic cable. The strobe would fire in slave mode after being signaled by the internal camera flash on the DX3000. The problem is the 350 is not set up to connect with these fiber optic cables. Sea & Sea has a few "digital strobes" which are designed to work in this fashion. What other digital cameras are you considering using the strobe with??? I will check on pricing and get back to you. Also, I think there are better, smaller strobes that will handle your needs, be more versatile with todays digital cameras and, new they will be similarly priced to the used 350. __________________ Mike Luzansky H2O Photo Pros Underwater Photo & Video Visit our New Showroom 2429 W. Coast Hwy, #101 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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26th April 2005, 13:26	#4 (permalink)
Crazyduck Underwater Mechanic Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: TEXAS, Dallas/ Ft.Worth Posts: 711	Quote: (Originally Posted by jradomski) I use the strobe you describe.. How effective it is depends on your camera and your skill as a photographer.. On many cameras you have to use the camera in manual mode... I found I usually shoot with the power settings between 1/8 and 1/2 power. For some cameras there are aftermarket adapters to fdo TTL.. IF you like to shoot with fixed aperatures you will need an aftermarket controller like the ROC to give you moreower settings on the strobe.. I don't know the capabilitiesof the cameras you are suggesting.. Thank you... for the heads up about using this strobe and your experiences. Andrew
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26th April 2005, 14:58	#5 (permalink)
Crazyduck Underwater Mechanic Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: TEXAS, Dallas/ Ft.Worth Posts: 711	Quote: (Originally Posted by h2ophotopro) Crazy duck you would not be able to use the 350 with the DX3000. The DX3000 does not allow the use a standard sync cord. You must use a fiber optic cable. The strobe would fire in slave mode after being signaled by the internal camera flash on the DX3000. The problem is the 350 is not set up to connect with these fiber optic cables. Sea & Sea has a few "digital strobes" which are designed to work in this fashion. What other digital cameras are you considering using the strobe with??? I will check on pricing and get back to you. Also, I think there are better, smaller strobes that will handle your needs, be more versatile with todays digital cameras and, new they will be similarly priced to the used 350. Hey Mike, I am long time photo nerd from High School- back in the day. I have used Pin hole cameras, range finders, 35mm, medium format and a few land cameras. I inhaled my fair share of Kodak chemical products. Presently, I just shoot industrial shots of machinery for work and stainless steel doesn’t move very fast. Last year I used a DX3000G on a dive trip to the Flower Gardens and had a Blast! I would like something that I can use for landscapes, dry and wet cave, and diving. Nothing too demanding for depth- I am usually around 120ft. for a casual dive or deeper as needed. Good example would have been that Giant catfish I saw two weekends ago- 4 ft long. No camera- dag nabit. I am looking for a digital camera that I can shoot with the following specifications. At Least 5 meg image density preferably higher. SLR format or proper optics- no 28mm or proprietary lens. And the cost needs to be reasonable Housing can be from the usual suspects same with the stobe package Any thoughts? Thanks Andrew
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27th April 2005, 01:11	#6 (permalink)
h2ophotopro Photo Pro Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Woodland Hills, CA Posts: 161	Camera systems Andrew let me get some thoughts and packages together for you and I will get them over tonight. Best thing is if you give me your email so I can attach the files. Do you have Excel? Also, do you have a preference, Nikon or Canon?? __________________ Mike Luzansky H2O Photo Pros Underwater Photo & Video Visit our New Showroom 2429 W. Coast Hwy, #101 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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27th April 2005, 18:02	#7 (permalink)
Crazyduck Underwater Mechanic Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: TEXAS, Dallas/ Ft.Worth Posts: 711	Quote: (Originally Posted by h2ophotopro) Andrew let me get some thoughts and packages together for you and I will get them over tonight. Best thing is if you give me your email so I can attach the files. Do you have Excel? Also, do you have a preference, Nikon or Canon?? PM sent!
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