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Wise Divers Announces 101 Tips for Underwater Photographers
Wise Divers has announced that their new eBook 101 Tips for Underwater Photographers will be available to purchase from 1 March. Authored by the eminent and prolific photographer Marty Snyderman and collated by Eric Riesch, it offers a valuable resource for all underwater photographers.
Wetpixel Live: Photographing Manatees and Dugongs
Manatees and dugongs are an iconic and charismatic subject for underwater photographers. In this episode of Wetpixel Live Alex shares some of his lovely images and he and Adam then discuss some of the techniques and locations that can help create memorable pictures of them.
Wetpixel Live: Exposure Modes for Underwater Photographers
Blackmagic Design Ships Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
Blackmagic Design is shipping the Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro. It has a 1,500 nit HDR screen, built-in ND filters, a larger battery, and support for an optional electronic viewfinder. It uses a Super 35 HDR image sensor which has a claimed 13 stops of dynamic range, dual native ISO of 25,600, and uses a Canon EF lens mount.
Video: Sony a7S III Test Footage by Natalie Gibb
Sony started shipping the long-awaited a7S Mark III mirrorless camera earlier this year. It has been much hyped for its low light performance, so Wetpixel arranged to get a camera to Natalie Gibb of Under the Jungle along with a Nauticam WACP-1 to shoot in Mexico’s beautiful caves and cenotes. Click through to see some early results:
Wetpixel Live: Downsizing Underwater Imaging Systems
There tends to be an inevitable focus on upgrading or getting additional performance from underwater camera systems. However, these improvements come at the expense of similar or additional weight and bulk. Alex and Adam discuss what to consider and the best options when you are seeking to reduce your camera gear’s footprint.
Article Emphasizes Artisanal Fishing Threat to Shark Populations
An article published by the BBC and authored by Christopher Clark and Shaun Swingler highlights the unseen effects of the world economies on shark populations. Reporting from Congo-Brazzaville, they highlight how global factors, like oil prices, civil war, overfishing, and the COVID-19 pandemic have forced artisanal fisherman and communities to rely on shark meat as a source of protein.
2021 Diving Talks Conference Announced
The Diving Talks conference will be taking place from 8 to 10 October 2021 in Troia, Portugal. It features eminent speakers from 10 countries giving presentations, a diving exhibition, and an optional opportunity to go diving.
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