SeaLife Underwater Camera Housings — SportDiver Smartphone Diving
In 2020, SeaLife introduced the SportDiver — the first smartphone dive housing built around its own exclusively designed companion app rather than relying on generic third-party software. It introduced underwater smartphone photography to divers worldwide with a genuinely intuitive setup process and a housing built specifically to work with that app, rather than a generic case that happened to keep your phone dry.
At DiveCatalog.com, we carry the current SeaLife SportDiver lineup as an authorized dealer.
The SeaLife SportDiver Range
SportDiver S — Accessible Entry
The SportDiver S is SeaLife's compact, lightweight entry-level smartphone housing, rated to 100ft (30m). Compatible with iPhone X and newer (including Pro Max models) and most Android smartphones. Built from durable polycarbonate, stainless steel, aluminum, and optical-grade glass, weighing just 1.41 lbs (641g) with near-neutral buoyancy depending on the phone used — genuinely practical to carry and easy on travel weight limits. A bold design at an accessible price point makes it a strong starting point for divers entering underwater smartphone photography.
SportDiver Ultra — Extended Depth, Premium Features
The SportDiver Ultra extends depth rating to 130ft (40m) and adds a removable red color-correction filter (with safety tether) to restore natural underwater colors. Seven standard 1/4-20 tripod mounts allow attachment to Sea Dragon lights or any tray system using standard threads. Bluetooth Low Energy 5 wireless technology connects the housing to your phone and the SportDiver app without any cables touching the phone — ultra-low power consumption that runs over 50 hours on two AAA batteries. Dual Leak Alarms (internal moisture sensor plus vacuum pressure sensor) provide on-screen, audio, and LED warnings if the seal is ever compromised. A sturdy holding spring and rubber grip tabs add shock protection, and the included Moisture Muncher anti-fog capsule prevents internal condensation.
SportDiver Ultra Duo 5000 Set — Complete Imaging System
A fully assembled, dive-ready package pairing the SportDiver Ultra housing with two Sea Dragon 2500 Photo-Video Lights mounted on the Flex-Connect Ultra Dual Tray with dual ergonomic grips — bright, even illumination and serious stability for divers who want professional-level results without sourcing and assembling each component individually.
The SportDiver App
Unlike many smartphone housing apps, SportDiver has no in-app purchases or ads. It uses your phone's native camera technology, supports advanced settings including zoom, exposure compensation, manual or auto focus, white balance, tint, lens selection, RAW+JPEG capture, Live Photo, and (on supported models) Background Blur portrait mode. The app supports current and prior generations of iOS and Android, with playback mode showing full-size photos and videos alongside a vertical thumbnail strip, and all files automatically saved to your phone's camera roll.
Choosing Your SeaLife Housing
| Diver Type |
Recommended Housing |
Key Reason |
| First-time smartphone diving photographers |
SportDiver S |
Accessible price; covers standard recreational diving depths |
| Divers wanting maximum depth and tripod mounting options |
SportDiver Ultra |
130ft rating; 7 tripod mounts; included color-correction filter |
| Divers wanting a complete, professional-level imaging system |
SportDiver Ultra Duo 5000 Set |
Fully assembled with dual lights and dual-grip tray; ready to dive |
Why Buy SeaLife Camera Housings from DiveCatalog.com?
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Authorized SeaLife dealer — genuine products, full manufacturer warranty
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Expert compatibility advice — our team can help confirm your phone's compatibility before you order
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Fast shipping — in-stock items ship within one business day
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Rewards program — earn points on every purchase
Frequently Asked Questions — SeaLife Underwater Camera Housings
What is the difference between the SportDiver S and SportDiver Ultra?
The S is the accessible entry model, rated to 100ft (30m). The Ultra extends to 130ft (40m), adds a removable color-correction filter, includes 7 tripod mounting points (versus fewer on the S), and offers a more complete accessory ecosystem for building out a full imaging rig.
Does the SportDiver app cost anything?
No — the SportDiver app is free, with no in-app purchases or ads, unlike many competing smartphone housing apps.
Is my phone compatible with the SportDiver?
Most current iPhones (X and newer) and most Android models are compatible — check the specific compatibility checker for your exact phone model before ordering, since fit varies by phone dimensions and camera placement.
What are Dual Leak Alarms?
An internal moisture sensor and a vacuum pressure sensor working together, providing on-screen, audio, and LED warnings if the housing's waterproof seal is ever compromised — a proactive early-warning system rather than relying solely on visual inspection.
Browse the full SeaLife camera housing collection above and reach out if you'd like help confirming compatibility for your smartphone.
