Nauticam RED KOMODO 6K Underwater Housing Available Now

Underwater Filming

by Omri Keren LapidotFebruary 1^st, 2024

The newly available Nauticam RED KOMODO 6K housing is made similarly to the previous Epic LT and DSMC2 LT housings. It is of course officially RED APPROVED and has been thoroughly tested to the high standards synonymous with both manufacturers. It includes external and internal monitor support, quick battery access, various mounting and accessory points, and more.

Nauticam, the renowned underwater housing manufacturer, has a new housing available. This one is for the RED KOMODO 6K, a compact cine powerhouse. Not only is the KOMODO 6K the smallest camera in RED’s roster, but it also uses a global shutter, which makes it ideal for fast-paced action filmmaking. With the new Nauticam housing, it can now go underwater to capture action in and above sea level.

Build and ergonomics

The KOMODO 6K underwater housing is made as compact as possible, aligning with one of the camera’s core features. That said, it does enlarge the package quite significantly, as most underwater housings do. The housing is littered with control points. Dedicated zoom and focus rings with erasable surfaces for your choice of markings are available. Watertight buttons and knobs will control most necessary camera functions. Various 1″ ball joints on the housing and handles will help attach tripod legs, lights, skids, and more. Trim weights can be placed onto some ports around the housing or independently moved across the skids for perfect underwater balance. A large top window will let you view the KOMODO top screen.

Lens support

The underwater housing utilizes the Nauticam N120 Cinema port system. This system is used by many other Nauticam housings, so will enable switching between different camera systems. The housing will only fully support adapted EF lenses. The RF-EF Drop-in Variable ND Adapter is also supported with a control ring to smoothly adjust the ND value while shooting. The press release does promise that “Once RED releases RF lens support, the Nauticam KOMODO housing will be ready and fully compatible.” Changing the lens is relatively quick and requires no tools, however, when switching between EF and RF lenses, the housing must be completely removed. The system enables the use of non-EF/RF lenses via various adapters.

Batteries and monitors

The system is compatible with Canon BP batteries, accommodating two Canon BP-975 batteries with the standard housing back. There are two additional housing backs for external monitors. Both the ATOMOS Shinobi and Ninja V monitor back can be attached. With the monitors, the system is confined to the smaller dual BP-955 batteries. Both the Shinobi and Ninja V monitors are designed to support Sony NP-F750 batteries. The process of swapping batteries requires only the opening of the housing without the need to remove the camera for battery access.

Vacuum check and leak detection system

The Nauticam KOMODO underwater housing features Nauticam’s field-tested Vacuum Check and Leak Detection System that provides constant updates on the water-tight and safe-to-dive status of the housing. Without getting into the nitty-gritty, the system can guarantee a sealed status before submersion, thanks to a straightforward color-coded LED indicator. A leak detection system is also based on this mechanism and will initiate an audio-visual indication if a leak is detected.

In the box

• KOMODO Housing
• 25625 M16 Vacuum Valve II
• 90120 Housing O-ring, lubricant, O-ring remover
• 2x Handles with mounting balls
• Monitor Shade (only included with Shinobi/Ninja V monitor back)
• CR2032 Battery (for moisture alarm and vacuum system)
• Allen Wrench Set
• Housing Skids
• Wheeled Case with Custom fit foam insert
• 2x 0.25kg Trim Weights
• 2x 0.5kg Trim Weights

Price and availability

The Nauticam KOMODO 6K housing will set you back €8,661. Adding the Atomos Ninja V back will cost €10,575 and the Shinobi Back will be slightly cheaper at €10,028 (incl. VAT). All are available on the Nauticam website and with various retailers worldwide.

Were you just waiting for an underwater housing for your KOMODO? Does this one seem to suit your needs? Let us know in the comments.