Nature Photographer Steve Perry has posted a video onto YouTube that explains the causes, issues and cures for lens diffraction. Somewhat technical to start with, the tutorial goes on to provide practical answers for “real life” issues.
Serif has launched a beta version of Affinity Photo, which the company claims, is a pro competitor for Photoshop. It features an up-to-date code architecture, powerful selection tools, a depth of field tool and infilling (similar to Content Aware Fill). The beta is only for Mac and is available as a free download. Upon its release, Affinity Photo will cost $50 to purchase, which includes two years of free updates/upgrades.
The influx of large numbers of manatees into the the Three Sister Springs area of Crystal River has lead to it being closed to visitors several times over the past few weeks. In order to try and disseminate information about its closure, the US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) will be posting daily updates on its Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Facebook page.
In a new study published this week, researchers have shown how shallow water, low oxygen dead zones occur at night in the creeks and rivers of the Chesapeake Bay, affecting the survival of oysters in the bay. (Image from Shutterstock).
On the final day of the 2014 DEMA Show in Las Vegas, Emmy Award winning filmmaker Cristian Dimitrius shared some of his accumulated wisdom on how to succeed in the wildlife filmmaking industry. Wetpixel was able to film the lecture, and we present it now for your viewing pleasure…
In Indonesia’s “tough, new stance to protect manta rays and stop illegal fishing and trading” the first illegal trader of manta ray parts has been sentenced. The trader, known as Wrd, was arrested with four others in August and September of last year. This is the first sentencing to be handed down under the new law that was enacted last year.
Ikelite has released a 2.2 inch port extension that provides compatibility for various longer lenses when used in conjunction with their mirrorless flat port. It attaches using Ikelite’s press-fit design common to their mirrorless and compact SLR housings.
Steve Rosenberg has let us know that his updated Dive Cozumel interactive eBook is available now. It features extensive information on both diving and land activities as well as practical travel recommendations and tips. It also includes a complete section on the marine life found in the waters near Cozumel.
Easydive has released a new version of their Leo housing. The Leo III uses electronic control of most camera functions, which allows it to be upgraded for use with different camera models. It ships with 2 Nikonos and fiber optic connectors. It can be fitted with port connections for other manufacturers ports if required.
Earthtouch has posted an episode entitled “Shark sightings at the Shipwreck Graveyard” on their Wild Oceans channel. Using a rebreather, Bart Lukasik films the animals around the shipwrecks of Bassas Da India.