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Ultralight camera solutions

Manufacturing quality US-made underwater photography & cinematography parts

Our mission

At Ultralight Camera Solutions, We strive to earn the trust of our customers by offering quality US-made products backed by a lifetime warranty and will continue to innovate & collaborate to produce new products.
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Edward Styffe
21:54 10 Dec 25
I purchased a few Ultralight clamps recently, and had the option to try an experimental knob on them. The knob is flat as opposed to the standard knob that all other model clamps have. The ease of loosing and tightening the clamp makes me wonder why these flat knobs are not the industry standard. I strongly suggest that Ultralight starts to produce the new knob, and if they do, I would definitely recommend the new model to any underwater photographer. I travel almost every month, and my recent trip is the first trip where my clamps held the strobes and video lights in place through out a dive. Previously, I would bruise my fingers trying to tighten the knob enough and the arm would still move. I will be looking for an opportunity to buy several more. Ed
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Adrian Gresores
20:39 20 Nov 25
Ultralight's gear is always top quality and so customizable. Tough and attractive. Beyond that, the customer service is second to none. I keep buying more and more of it.
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David Ainsley
16:21 05 Jul 25
Great service from Ken.
Response from the owner 23:38 05 Jul 25
Thank you and we do our best!
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Cindy Shaw
18:05 27 Apr 25
I have used these products for years. They are sturdy, good looking, and innovative. I just bought the new lanyard and it is the strongest I have found, immediately bought a second one for my light and diving mermaid!
Response from the owner 12:57 01 May 25
Thank you Cindy for putting your trust into Ultralight Camera products. We very much apprecite it! The lanyards we make were part of a long personal quest I had for a lanyard that was not only strong but easy to unclip even with cold hands and gloves, and the blue and yellow colors came from a survey we did on Facebook We very much apprecite it! Thank you, Ken
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Stefanie Flax
17:44 19 Apr 25
Exactly what I needed to finish off my camera set up. Thank you!
Response from the owner 18:40 19 Apr 25
Thank you and happy we could help!
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david anderson
16:08 09 Apr 25
Ordered a couple screws to connect the arm to my INON strobe (thought I had lost mine. The parts arrived in a timely manner, however the screws were too small and didn’t thread. I reached out and they were going to call back when Ken returned. In the meantime, I finally found my old screw and then Bill called back and he looked into the issue and identified the screws sent were small and found the correct ones and sent them to me.

Bill was very customer oriented and I appreciate his efforts and friendliness.
Response from the owner 18:36 09 Apr 25
Thank you David! I’m so glad we were able to get things straightened out and Bill was able to take care of everything for you. At the same time we were able to take care of the issue of having the wrong bolts in the correct package. Ken
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matt white
23:16 03 Mar 25
I had an outstanding experience with Ultralight Camera Solutions thanks to Ken's expert guidance. He helped me put together a versatile and extensible underwater camera kit tailored for both photography and video. Ken took the time to understand my needs, ensuring I had everything required for success, including multiple options for camera setups and lighting configurations. His knowledge and dedication made the entire process seamless, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. If you’re looking for high-quality underwater camera solutions with top-notch customer support, I highly recommend Ultralight Camera Solutions!
Response from the owner 23:35 03 Mar 25
Hi Matt,Thank you for being so kind. It's very much appreciated and I am always happy to help. Anytime you need something or have questions we are here for you. Ken
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J Hamman
21:01 18 Feb 25
Fantastic products and even more fantastic customer service. High quality products, I get comments on my dive rig set up everytime anyone sees it. Do yourself a favor and get on board with these people!
Response from the owner 21:28 18 Feb 25
We LOVE helping our customers and thank you for the praise.
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James Williams
01:13 15 Feb 25
I have ordered direct from ULCS several times and always perfect . I have used ULCS clamps for many years on multiple camera rigs and they are the best. You can find cheaper but you cannot find better, smoother, longer lasting clamps than ULCS. Also got these nice clamp tabs for attaching a lanyard or handle.
Response from the owner 12:40 15 Feb 25
Thank you James! We apprecite your business and look forward to helping you agian in the future.
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Justin Jolly
16:14 25 Dec 24
Camera tray shipped super fast, and is high quality. Thanks!
Response from the owner 22:44 25 Dec 24
Thank you Justin for the nice review. We always try our best. Happy Holidays!
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Corn Bread
03:31 27 Oct 24
Amazingly well-designed products compared to other less expensive brands. The customer service and communication is unlike any other! I’ll be a loyal customer for life and will replace all the gear I can with items from ULCS.
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Christopher John
20:35 20 Oct 24
I recently purchased from Ultralight Camera Solutions, and I couldn’t be happier! Ken, the owner, is an absolute blessing in the sea of no-name online stores. His genuine interest in ensuring customers have a great experience with his products truly sets him apart. As an amateur underwater photographer, I appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail in the design and manufacturing of his products. The difference compared to competitors is noticeable and has improved my photography immensely. I’ll definitely be returning as I continue to grow in this hobby. Thank you, Ken!
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Terence Myckatyn
22:16 17 Aug 24
As a novice, learning underwater photographer, I have been very impressed with the quality and customer service from the ULCS product line. The parts are all really well constructed and feel high quality. When selecting the correct piece for my rig, they have been extremely responsive and willing to work with me to select the correct equipment. Super impressive.
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Hank Kollross
20:12 11 Jan 23
I've been using Ultralight clamps and connectors for years and have had nothing but great luck them. They are also incredibly responsive to inquiries about their products.

Specifically, I absolutely love the cut-out clamps which allow you to position your strobes in almost any position. These clamps are a total game-changer for strobe positioning and I would never go back to standard clamps after trying these.
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Tiffany Aug
03:08 11 Jan 23
Excellent customer service and amazing original product by the original product manufacturer. 10/10 best camera support arm system I use.

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Cinematography camera solutions

Ultralight Control Systems started serving the underwater photography industry in 1995 and in 2005, cinematographers and camera operators noticed how versatile our products were. Since then, our business has rapidly grown to serve the cinema industry. In April 2023, we became known as Ultralight Camera Solutions. This change better reflects our commitment to our customers and our continued success.

At Ultralight Camera Solutions, we design and manufacture premium accessories for cinematographers, built to perform both above and below the surface. Our product lineup includes monitor mounts, cinema base adapters, clamps and arms, color-coding rig accessories, cinema accessory components, arm kits, Cardellini clamp kits, and more. Some of the products we manufacture parts for are Atomos, Acesoon, Blackmagic, SmallHD, and Ninja monitors. Our products are trusted by professionals worldwide.

Every component is machined from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum with durable Type III hard-anodizing, and we use 316 stainless steel for all hardware. All products are engineered, manufactured, assembled, and packaged at our facility in Oxnard, California, USA.

Proven over time and built to withstand the harshest environments, Ultralight Camera Solutions delivers reliability you can count on—no matter where your craft takes you

Reliable & Durable

Underwater camera solutions

Ultralight Control Systems started serving the underwater photography industry in 1995 and in April 2023, we became known as Ultralight Camera Solutions. This change better reflects our commitment to our customers and our continued success. We make a number of underwater camera accessories for the underwater photographer, videographer and cinematographer and our original clamp and arm designs are what you see in most other manufactured products today.

At Ultralight Camera Solutions, we manufacture premium accessories for both underwater photography and cinematography. Whether you shoot stills, digital, or video, we have you covered. Our products are engineered to work seamlessly with many of the leading brands’ housings, strobes, lights, and accessories, including Nauticam, Olympus, Sony, Sea & Sea, Ikelite, Aquatica, Gates and more. We also build a wide range of components for action cameras like GoPro, Insta360, and DJI.

Our product lineup includes arms, clamps, trays, base adapters, handles, monitor mounts, specialized brackets, sleds, weight trim kits, camera platforms, tripods, tray kits, action camera kits, and a variety of other precision-built components. Every part is machined from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum and protected with Type III hard anodizing, paired with 316 stainless steel hardware for maximum corrosion resistance. All products are designed, machined, assembled, and packaged at our facility in Oxnard, California, USA.

Proven over decades and built to withstand the harshest underwater environments, Ultralight Camera Solutions delivers the durability and reliability professionals trust
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Latest News & Information
December 23, 2025
WAM Jam Underwater Photo Workshop, Anilao, Philippines, October 1-10, 2026

 Join us at the Crystal Blue Resort for the Ultralight WAM Jam. This workshop, run by Ultralight's Brand Ambassador, Mike Bartick, will cover wide-angle macro (WAM), close focus wide-angle, lighting, composition, and more. The trip is from October 1 to 10, 2026. This will be 10 days you will not want to miss! Topics covered […]

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December 17, 2025
Interview with Ultralight Brand Ambassador, Stanislav Stelmakhovich

At Ultralight, we believe our gear is only as good as the underwater photographer, cinematographer, or camera assistant it supports and no one showcases that better than our Brand Ambassadors. To give you a closer look at their images, stories, and the passion behind their work, we asked each Ambassador a series of thoughtful questions […]

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Ultralight in action

What better way to show the range in how Ultralight products are used than by pictures. Our products will work in the harshest of environments, they are time proven and built to last. Send us any pictures you have of our products in use and you just might see them showcased here.
Julian Gunther Ultralight brand ambassador
ULCS products being used on a sandy film set
ULCS products being used on a sandy film set.
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