Kraken Sports Abyss 6K Video Light

Best For

• Underwater video and photography
• Action-camera lighting setups
• Wide-angle reef and wreck imaging
• Close-focus wide-angle photography
• Divers who prefer simple white-light operation
• Single- or dual-light camera rigs

Key Features

• 6000-Lumen White Output: Provides powerful continuous illumination for underwater video and photography.
• 7000-Lumen Burst Output: Offers additional output for compatible still-photography applications.
• 120° Flood Beam: Wide beam coverage helps illuminate broad scenes without a narrow spotlight effect.
• CRI 90: High color-rendering performance helps reproduce natural-looking colors and details underwater.
• 5600K Color Temperature: Daylight-style output provides a neutral lighting base for underwater imaging.
• 11 Brightness Levels: Rotary control provides fine adjustment from 0–100% output.
• Simple White-Light Operation: Designed for divers who prioritize continuous white video lighting over multiple creative color modes.
• Battery-Level Indicator: Integrated into the adjustment control for convenient monitoring.
• USB-C Charging: Rechargeable battery pack supports convenient charging between dives.
• Thermal & Low-Battery Protection: Output may automatically reduce when battery level is low or internal temperature increases.
• 100 m / 330 ft Depth Rating: Designed for recreational and advanced underwater imaging use.

Specifications

• Brand: Kraken Sports
• Model: Abyss 6000
• Product Type: Underwater Video Light
• Continuous White Output: 6000 Lumens
• Burst Output: 7000 Lumens
• Beam Angle: 120°
• CRI: 90
• Color Temperature: 5600K
• Power Levels: 11
• Modes: White, Burst & SOS
• Depth Rating: 100 m / 330 ft
• Burn Time at 100%: 30 Minutes
• Burn Time at 80%: 45 Minutes
• Battery: Rechargeable Pack Containing Three 18650 Cells
• Charging: USB-C
• Dimensions: 58.5 mm Diameter x 175 mm Length
• Weight on Land: 520 g Including Battery
• Weight Underwater: 265 g Including Battery
• Control: Rotary Adjustment Dial with Button & Battery-Level Indicator

Wide White Video Beam

The Abyss 6000 focuses on high-output white illumination rather than a large selection of color modes. Its 120° flood beam is designed to spread light across a broad area, making it useful for reef scenes, divers, wreck details, and close-focus wide-angle subjects.

Because water absorbs color as light travels through it, positioning the light close to the subject can help restore detail and color that ambient light alone may not capture. Results will still vary with water clarity, subject distance, light positioning, exposure settings, and white balance.

Brightness Control & Runtime

The rotary control provides 11 output levels from 0–100%, allowing the light to be adjusted for the scene rather than operated at maximum power at all times.

• 100% Output: Approximately 30 minutes
• 80% Output: Approximately 45 minutes

Actual runtime can vary with battery condition, operating temperature, and use. Low-battery and thermal-protection systems may automatically reduce brightness when necessary.

Burst Mode

In addition to its 6,000-lumen continuous output, the Abyss 6000 has a listed Burst output of 7,000 lumens for compatible still-photography use.

Burst mode is separate from normal continuous video lighting and should not be considered a replacement for a dedicated underwater photographic strobe when flash photography and freezing fast motion are the primary goals.

One Light or Two?

A single Abyss 6000 keeps an action-camera setup compact and provides one light to position. Using two lights allows illumination from both sides of the camera, which can improve coverage across wider compositions and provide greater control over shadows.

A dual-light configuration adds additional weight, mounting hardware, and another battery to maintain, so the ideal setup depends on the size of the camera rig and the type of scenes being photographed or filmed.

Battery & Charging

The Abyss 6000 uses a removable rechargeable battery pack containing three 18650 cells. USB-C charging provides convenient recharging between dives, while a compatible spare battery pack can be used to extend shooting time when multiple dives are planned.

What's Included

• Kraken Sports Abyss 6000 Light
• Rechargeable Battery Pack
• Charger / AC Adapter
• USB-C Cable
• YS Mount
• Ball Mount
• Spare O-Rings

Not Included

• Camera or Action Camera
• Underwater Camera Housing
• Camera Tray
• Light Arms
• Additional Battery Pack

FAQs

What does CRI 90 mean?
CRI, or Color Rendering Index, describes how accurately a light reproduces colors compared with a reference light source. A CRI 90 light can help produce more natural-looking colors in underwater video and photography.

What does a 120° beam angle mean?
A 120° beam spreads light across a wide area rather than concentrating it into a narrow spot. This makes it especially useful for video and wide-angle camera work.

How long does the Abyss 6000 run?
Kraken Sports rates the light for approximately 30 minutes at full output and approximately 45 minutes at 80% output. Actual runtime varies with operating conditions and battery condition.

What is the difference between the Abyss 6000 and a Hydra light?
The Abyss 6000 is designed around powerful, simple continuous white-light video use. Kraken's Hydra models add different features such as additional beam types or color modes depending on the model. The Abyss is a good choice when high-output white flood lighting is the priority.

Is the 7000-lumen Burst mode the same as an underwater strobe?
No. Burst mode provides a temporary increase in light output, but Kraken Sports recommends comparing a dedicated underwater strobe when flash photography is the primary use.

Can I use two Abyss 6000 lights together?
Yes. Two lights can provide broader coverage and allow independent positioning on each side of the camera, which can help control shadows and illuminate wider scenes.

How deep can the Abyss 6000 be used?
The light is depth rated to 100 meters / 330 feet. Your camera housing and other underwater equipment may have different depth ratings, so always follow the lowest rating in your complete setup.

Does the light include mounting hardware?
Yes. Kraken Sports includes both a YS mount and ball mount with the Abyss 6000.

Warranty

Kraken Sports lists the Abyss 6000 with a one-year manufacturer warranty, subject to the manufacturer's current warranty terms and conditions.

Expert Insight

The Abyss 6000 makes the most sense for underwater shooters who want strong white video illumination without paying for or navigating features they may rarely use. Its 6,000-lumen output, 120° beam, CRI 90 color rendering, straightforward rotary control, and relatively low 265 g underwater weight make it particularly attractive for action-camera and dedicated video rigs where simplicity and broad lighting coverage are priorities.