The new MDX-D810, for the Nikon D810, has newly designed controls and is compatible with the Optical YS Converter.

＜Discontinued Product＞

MDX-D810

for Nikon D810

Product No. 06173

Features

Optical YS Converter/N can be built into the housing

Compatible with new Optical YS Converter/N1 for MDX housing which converts the camera’s TTL signal to a light signal. Both TTL and manual strobe photography is possible using a Fiber-Optic Cable II.

* Fiber-Optic Cable ll is required when using the Optical YS Converter.

Compatible with both the VF180 1.2x and VF45 1.2x viewfinders

By attaching the VF180 (#46112) or the VF45 prism viewfinders (#46111) (magnification ratio of 1.2x) to the housing, the magnification increases by 1.2x and entire field of view can be seen at the same time. Recommended for users committed to strict composition and focusing.

With the VF180 1.2x mounted

With the VF45 1.2x mounted

Luminescence stickers

Major controls including levers and buttons will glow in dark environments.

Equipped with movable Focus/Zoom gear

The main command dial, the sub command dial, shutter release mode dial and diopter adjustment dial have a damper (spring) to provide secure operation. (Controls on the cameras will not slip because of the damper.)

Diopter adjustment dial

The camera's diopter adjustment dial can be operated from the housing.

Main dials are equipped with damper (spring)

Three ergonomically improved levers

A new design for the shutter lever, AF mode lever, the AF-ON lever, and the movie-record lever has improved the levers ergonomic shape.

Other Features

Equipped with two fiber-optic cable sockets.
The housing has two accessory ports. One is designed for N-type strobe connector and the other one is designed for HDMI output.
The port lock is accessible from the outside of the housing.
The camera's lens-lock release button is accessible from the outside of the housing.
The multi selector has been positioned on the right side of the rear case making it easily accessible while holding the grip and operating the camera.
The camera's built-in flash can be activated and deactivated from the housing. (Only when the accessory light-shielding plate is not in use).
Equipped with two sacrificial zinc diodes (one on the front case and the other on the rear) to avoid electrolysis damage.
Sacrificial Zinc Anode (2 pieces)46116
Three mounting screw holes are located in the bottom of the housing.
Equipped with the Optical Viewfinder 0.5x as standard. 0.66x and 0.8 may be used as an option.
Built-in leak sensor immediately alerts you to water ingress.
A depth rating of 100m / 330ft makes the housing ideal for tech diving.

Specifications

[Construction]
Body: corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy (machined)
Grip: corrosion-resistant die-cast aluminum alloy
[Depth rating] 100m / 330ft
[Dimensions (WxHxD)] 354 x210 x 141mm / 13.9 x 8.3 x 5.6 inches
[Weight] Approx. 3,200g / 112.9oz.(Housing only)

System Example

DX Macro Port 87
YS-D1
Fiber-Optic Cable II M/2 Connectors
SA8 Double Ball Arm S
SA8 Ball Clamp *2
SA8 Fixed Ball Base *2

NX Compact Dome Port
YS-D1 *2
Fiber-Optic Cable II M/2 Connectors *2
SA8 Double Ball Arm S *2
SA8 Ball Clamp *4
SA8 Fixed Ball Base *2

Manual Download

manual_en_06173_mdx-d810.pdf

Related Information

The housing is not equipped with a strobe connector when shipped from the factory. Use (a) Fiber-optic Cable(s) when connecting external strobe(s). Optional Sync Cord 2-pin Connector is required if you wish to use a conventional hardwired Sync cable.

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