PT-058 housing, Meikon Wide Angle lens and strobes

[js1221]

I recently acquired a Meikon wide angle wet lens for my Olympus housing. The problem is, when I put the lens on there isn't room to slide the strobe connection into place. Has anyone found a work around for this problem? I would love to just get a Backscatter M52 and solve the problem that way but my CFO (wife) doesn't see it my way.

 

[Patrickweill]

hello,
I know the problem but there is a simple solution: Kraken Ring Light 3000 F/O Sync Cord for PT-056/58
it should work
all the best and have fun with your TG5

 

[Patrickweill]

there is another possibility: 10Bar OF-SSH-2M Fibre Optic Cable, Sea&Sea to press pad Cameras Underwater Ltd.
and even a cheaper one :US $37.9 |Aliexpress.com : Buy NiteScuba Diving Scuba Fiber Optic Cable for Weefine Ring Light 3000& TG5 TG4 Camera housing Underwater Photography accessories from Reliable Flash Accessories suppliers on NiteScuba Store
You should have a look at the last link as it shows you how to slot it with your TG5
All the best

 

[js1221]

I ended up getting a 52mm diameter/14mm long extension tube and attached it to a 52mm-67mm step up ring. This setup gave me enough clearance for the strobe connector to be used. Total cost was about $12.00, so I figured I'd give it a try and if that doesn't work I'll go the route Patrick suggested.

 

[coralcruiser]

Can you post a picture of it set up to housing