Oceanic Photon Series BCD Size Chart & Fit Guide
Official Gender-Specific Sizing & Measurement Guide (Men's & Women's Cuts)
Selecting the correct size for your Oceanic Photon BCD (Photon Air & Photon Pro) ensures proper buoyancy distribution, effortless trim, and complete elimination of tank-roll. Oceanic designs its Photon series in distinct Men's and Women's gender-specific cuts: Men's models feature broader shoulders and extended torso scaling, while Women's models (engineered with Hera-fit geometry) feature contoured shoulder straps, a narrower backplate, and shorter torso proportions.
How to Measure for Your Oceanic BCD
Measure over the exposure protection suit (wetsuit or drysuit undergarments) you intend to dive with most frequently:
- Chest / Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest or bust under your arms.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline just above your hip bones.
- Height & Weight: Baseline indicators to verify backplate length and harness range.
Oceanic Photon Men's Size Guide Table
| Men's Size | Height | Weight | Chest Range | Waist Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS / SM | 5'0" – 5'7" (152 – 170 cm) |
100 – 155 lbs (45 – 70 kg) |
26" – 40" (66 – 102 cm) |
28" – 38" (71 – 96 cm) |
| MD / LG | 5'7" – 6'0" (165 – 183 cm) |
135 – 190 lbs (61 – 86 kg) |
34" – 48" (86 – 122 cm) |
32" – 42" (81 – 107 cm) |
| XL / XXL | 6'0" – 6'5" (183 – 196 cm) |
190 – 250+ lbs (86 – 113+ kg) |
42" – 52" (107 – 132 cm) |
38" – 50" (96 – 127 cm) |
Oceanic Photon Women's Size Guide Table
| Women's Size | Height | Weight | Bust / Chest | Waist / Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS / XS | 4'10" – 5'3" (147 – 160 cm) |
90 – 120 lbs (41 – 54 kg) |
26" – 34" (66 – 86 cm) |
24" – 34" (61 – 86 cm) |
| XS / SM | 5'0" – 5'5" (152 – 165 cm) |
105 – 135 lbs (48 – 61 kg) |
30" – 38" (76 – 96 cm) |
26" – 38" (66 – 96 cm) |
| MD / LG | 5'5" – 5'10" (165 – 178 cm) |
135 – 170 lbs (61 – 77 kg) |
34" – 44" (86 – 112 cm) |
30" – 42" (76 – 107 cm) |
Ready to buy? Shop the Oceanic Photon Pro BCD at International Diving Centre with free Canada-wide shipping on orders over $200 CAD!
Visit Us in Vancouver: Drop by International Diving Centre at 2865 West Broadway in Vancouver or call us at 604-736-2541 to test fit Oceanic Men's and Women's BCDs in person with our expert team!