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An underwater photographer describes his evolution from shooting with compact to dSLR, with valuable tips and information
By Eddy Wong
An underwater photographer describes his evolution from shooting with compact to dSLR, with valuable tips and information
This is the first article in a series of three chronicling the switch from diving with a compact camera to a dSLR. For me, this journey was several years in the making. In these articles I describe some of the dilemmas, tips, pitfalls and lessons learned from the transition, and hopefully provide some useful info for photographers in the same situation.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Eddy Wong is a contributor to the Underwater Photography Guide. He lives in Revere, MA and his interests are scuba, software, travel and photography. Eddy started his underwater photography from "the ground up" with an inexpensive point-and-shoot. Over the years he evolved into a more advanced photographer and received several awards for his underwater images. For more of his evolution as an underwater photographer, photography tips, reviews and dive travel stories, visit his blog.
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How I discovered a whole new side to underwater photography while shooting the tiny critters in the depths of Papua New Guinea.
By Ron Watkins
How I discovered a whole new side to underwater photography while shooting the tiny critters in the depths of Papua New Guinea.
I have always been fascinated by the super macro images that I have seen online, in magazines and in underwater photo competitions. As I prepared for my trip to Papua New Guinea (the “PNG” as many call it), I decided to take the plunge, invest in some new equipment and give super macro shooting a try.
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Improve your underwater photography through visualization and learning to be more proactive than reactive.
By Mike Bartick
Improve your underwater photography through visualization and learning to be more proactive than reactive.
Visualization to Realization
Improve your underwater photography through visualization and learning to be more proactive than reactive
By Mike Bartick
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Use pool photography to hone your underwater photography skills, experiment and be creative!
By Ron Watkins
Use pool photography to hone your underwater photography skills, experiment and be creative!
How often do you get the opportunity to go diving and do underwater photography? If you're like me and live in a land-locked state or country, probably not as often as you'd like. When you've finally saved up enough vacation days and splurged for that long-awaited trip, you often spend the first part of it relearning your underwater photography equipment and skills. By the end of the trip you are finally getting some great shots and then it's time to pack up your bags and head back home.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ron Watkins is an international award winning photographer and writer. He has been passionate about underwater photography since 1996 and his photography has appeared in magazines, websites, juried art displays, national aquariums, libraries and private collections.
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Part II in a series: How to get a perfect wide-angle shot
By Victor Tang
Part II in a series: How to get a perfect wide-angle shot
Underwater photography can be generally classified under two categories: wide-angle and macro. The primary difference between the two is the field of view (FOV) of the image, namely the extent of the observable environment at a given moment. In macro photography the subject tends to be small, so a relatively small FOV is desirable to concentrate on your subject.
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Part I in a series about the Canon G12 compact camera: How to get a perfect macro shot
By Victor Tang
Part I in a series about the Canon G12 compact camera: How to get a perfect macro shot
Since the introduction of the Canon Powershot G9 and it's associated underwater housing the WP-DC21, the G series of cameras have fast become the compact of choice for many scuba enthusiasts seeking their first foray into underwater photography. With it's affordability, excellent image quality and great ergonomics that allow an exceptional amount of manual control, many first time buyers find the G series a great learning platform before graduating to DSLRs.
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This guide offers tips, tricks and instruction on how to take underwater photos with diagonal composition
By Scott Gietler
This guide offers tips, tricks and instruction on how to take underwater photos with diagonal composition
Diagonal Underwater Composition
Part II in a series on composition: tips and tricks on how to take the perfect diagonal shot
by Scott Gietler
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Awesome photographic opportunities sometimes present themselves unexpectedly. Best be prepared by using your Instant Recall Modes!
By Michael Zeigler
Awesome photographic opportunities sometimes present themselves unexpectedly. Best be prepared by using your Instant Recall Modes!
Take Advantage of Instant Recall Modes
Be prepared for that unexpected opportunity by programming your dSLR mode dial
By Michael Zeigler
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Todd explains how to keep digital images and videos safe through backup hard drive storage.
By Todd Winner
Todd explains how to keep digital images and videos safe through backup hard drive storage.
Keeping Your Digital Images Safe
Learn how to protect your digital photographs by backing them up on an external hard drive
by Todd Winner
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Another great approach to your underwater composition. This is the first part in a series on underwater composition.
By Scott Gietler
Another great approach to your underwater composition. This is the first part in a series on underwater composition.
Face-on Underwater Composition
Part I in a series on underwater photography composition
By Scott Gietler
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