Filters

[mfrymus]

Thinking about purchasing the 3 SRP filters (shallow, deep, green water)
But also thinking about the backscatter flip for these filters.

1) There is a backscatter 3.1 version and a 4.0 version. Whats the difference? Which do I get?

2) From what I see, they all come as a kit with the filters already. So, I just need to remove them and replace it with a 55mm ring? - Or do they sell it without the filters?

3) And importantly, will the side flip interfere with the tray handle?
Ill be using the Ikelite Gopro tray with two handles. But, i dont know i the handles would be too close to use the side flip.

 

[large_diver]

4.0 is the latest and greatest. Not sure of the exact upgrades they've included on the 4.0. Call Backscatter and they can tell you - really helpful folks.

I've used the Backscatter flip system (3.1) with 2 different trays.....no flip interference with either.

I started out with this - SeaLife Seadragon 1200 set-up:

But now use this - Snake River Prototyping tray:

 

[SandyUT]

+1 for the backscatter. I have the 3.1 and its really nice! cant really see what changed to the 4 other than the cool bag that i wish i had.

 

[scubakate]

I can't speak for the SRP filters, but I upgraded from the Polar Pro red lens/macro combo to the Flip 4.0 and am SO glad I did! It's really well built and heavy duty. Just used it for the first time in Roatan and it was awesome. The Macro Mate is really impressive. My set up is a spitting image of large_diver's without the dive housing.