Why SubC?

FOCUS

As specialists in the ocean science market, serving the research community is our number one job. With over a decade of experience, our attention has been focused on supporting and growing the industry since day one.

SubC frequently works with marine researchers to gather product and system design input. As well, we consistently support marine science conferences through sponsorship or by exhibiting.
Pelagic ROV with subsea camera from SubC Imaging
 

 

OPTICS

Trusted by researchers around the world, our SubC camera systems are well-known for their industry-leading optics. Quality research relies on capturing the best images possible and our cameras go above and beyond, especially in deepwater and low-light environments.

SubC has designed LiquidOptics and UltraOptics features for its Rayfin camera. Both offer full water-correction with UltraOptics providing an ultra-wide 120º diagonal FOV.

CAPABILITY

Built using a modular design, our systems are like Swiss Army knives. They’re able to deliver multiple features in one complete package. Meaning that you won’t require multiple instruments, as everything you need is fully incorporated into a single system.

Our Rayfin product line can record videos of up to 4K resolution, as well as capture ultra-high-resolution digital stills. It’s specifically designed to house lighting and/or lasers that can be powered and controlled through the camera itself. Plus, our Aquorea LED product functions as a lamp for video recording or as a strobe when taking stills. From ROVs to AUVs and ocean observatories, the Rayfin can be easily incorporated on any platform and powered by a battery for remote monitoring.
SubC Imaging subsea camera and LED
 

 

RELIABILITY

Our camera systems are purposely built with the harsh ocean environment in mind. This focus on rugged design ensures there will be no need for maintenance for a number of years.

SubC cameras deployed in the Barkley Canyon (ONC) are currently running without maintenance since 2014.
subsea camera from SubC Imaging being assembled

INTEGRATION

Our camera systems are backed by a powerful API that allows them to be easily combined with other devices and software. This makes it easier for our clients to tailor their systems for special operations like time-lapse recordings and automated data collection.

The University of Washington Rayfin camera systems are running internal custom scripts that execute API commands to turn on LEDs, lasers and other sensors, as well as collect images and videos over long periods.
subsea camera and parallel lasers from SubC Imaging
 

 

CONVENIENCE

The modular design of our camera systems allows them to be tailored to meet our client’s exact needs. You’ll find that gathering data is easier when you have the right tools for the job.

SubC provided an Ethernet connection in the camera systems for GEOMAR. This enabled them to download videos while their ROV was still in the water, saving them time and speeding up their research collection
subsea towed camera system with lasers from SubC Imaging

 Our Customers

ocean networks canada
noaa
geomar
curtin university
 

Let’s have an introduction meeting

As leaders in our field, our goal is to provide complete imaging solutions to the Ocean Science Community. If you would like to learn more about our subsea technologies, reach out to us. Our experts look forward to meeting and walking you through how our products can help to advance your research.

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