A premium snoot for the most avid macro shooters
By Nirupam Nigam
A premium snoot for the most avid macro shooters
Underwater macro photography is the artform of manipulating light to paint the images in your mind's eye. Having the proper lighting tools is essential, and the primary staple of macro photography is the snoot. A snoot is a any device that reduces the diameter of light output from an underwater strobe.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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A New Lessepsian Invasion and a Familiar Story
By Nirupam Nigam
A New Lessepsian Invasion and a Familiar Story
The azure waters of the Mediterranean have been the center of Western civilization for millennia. The sea wears many hats - it is a vital trade route, an inspiration for art, a breadbasket for sustenance, and a great way to cool off on a hot summer's day. With so much use, it is expected that the Mediterranean would not be left untouched by homo sapiens. In many ways, it evolves with us. And now, as our society changes at a more rapid rate - so is the Mediterranean.
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Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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Go-to strobe positions for underwater macro subjects using creative techniques - reduce backscatter and achieve black backgrounds!
By Jenna Szerlag
Go-to strobe positions for underwater macro subjects using creative techniques - reduce backscatter and achieve black backgrounds!
Lighting is one of the most important keys to underwater macro photography. It brings out incredible detail from subjects and makes vibrant colors pop. Without it, underwater photos can look dull, flat and blue. Light also adds a great deal of visual interest - especially when we venture into the creative side of photography. Black backgrounds? Yes.
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As a long-time Hawaii resident, Jenna moved to Maui in 2002 to pursue her interest in diving. Discovering the beauty of the islands and the desire to show it to the world led Jenna into her passion for nature photography. She pursued her education by attending hands-on workshops and conferences with respected educators mastering the camera topside before taking her photography underwater.
Jenna is a certified Hawaii Marine Naturalist and enjoys travel and adventure. Her images have been published in Forbes Magazine, Travel and Leisure, calendars and several other publications. She has been a professional contributor for Pacific Stock since 2012, the largest worldwide curated stock photography agency exclusive to the Hawaii and Asia Pacific Regions. You can find her images at www.jennaszerlag.com and on Instagram @seaofphotos.
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The Best APS-C Camera To Date?
The Best APS-C Camera To Date?
Fujifilm recently announced the Fuji X-H2S as a brand new APS-C camera with all-new stacked sensor technology designed to allow it to shoot 4K/120p video and 15FPS in mechanical shutter mode (40FPS in electronic shutter mode) for stills. This 26MP camera is designed for speed, and to keep up with the increased framerate, Fujifilm has developed the X-Processor 5 processor and equipped the body with a CF Express card slot for increased read and write speeds.
Availability: July, 2022
US MSRP: $2499
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Originally from the UK but now living in the south of Spain, Charlie is a diving instructor, associate editor of the Underwater Photography Guide and avid ocean lover. You'll find him exploring the many local wrecks and travelling to new places in his spare time.
You can follow him over at World of Travel Photography where you can also see some more of his photography.
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Canon has announced their first two RF lens format APS-C mirrorless cameras!
By Nirupam Nigam
Canon has announced their first two RF lens format APS-C mirrorless cameras!
Last week, Canon announced their first two RF lens mount APS-C sensored mirrorless cameras - the Canon EOS R7 & the Canon EOS R10. They represent cropped sensor versions of Canon's famous EOS R5 and EOS R6 cameras. The Canon R7 is the mirrorless equivalent of Canon's popular 7D series and the R10 is reminiscent of Canon's Rebel line of cameras.
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The Best Micro Four Thirds Camera For Video?
By Nirupam Nigam
The Best Micro Four Thirds Camera For Video?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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These are the best settings for the Panasonic GH6 for underwater video and photos
By Nirupam
These are the best settings for the Panasonic GH6 for underwater video and photos
The Panasonic GH6 micro four thirds mirrorless camera is an exciting update to the extremely popular Pansonic GH5 and the GH5s. For a while the GH5 was the most popular underwater video camera on the market.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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This is how you install an M10 ball mount - one of the most popular accessories for Nauticam housings
By Nirupam Nigam
This is how you install an M10 ball mount - one of the most popular accessories for Nauticam housings
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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Historically the breadbasket of North America, the Gulf of Maine is now empty
By Nirupam Nigam
Historically the breadbasket of North America, the Gulf of Maine is now empty
As a child, I was lucky enough to spend my summers with my grandparents in Maine (aka, Vacationland). This meant hot, humid days exploring lighthouses along a rugged coast, the occasional thunderstorm, and plenty of lobster rolls. Pungent fish markets with equally pungent people were always stocked full of crabs, monkfish, haddock, and, of course, lobster - sometimes as low as $4 a pound!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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Interested in taking your first underwater photo? Here's what you can do.
By Nirupam Nigam
Interested in taking your first underwater photo? Here's what you can do.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nirupam Nigam is the Editor-in-Chief of the Underwater Photography Guide and the President of Bluewater Photo - the world's top underwater photo & video retailer. While growing up in Los Angeles he fell in love with the ocean and pursued underwater photography in the local Channel Islands. After receiving degrees in Aquatic and Fisheries Science and General Biology, as well as a minor in Arctic Studies, Nirupam worked as a fisheries observer on vessels in the Bering Sea and North Pacific. Since then, Nirupam has been a full time underwater photographer and photo gear head. Check out more of his photography at www.photosfromthesea.com!
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