Testing the Olympus E-M5 Mark II and TG-4
Jul 28
We’ve been putting two new Olympus cameras and some lenses to the test over the last couple weeks here at Bluewater Photo. Kelli has been shooting with the new OM-D E-M5 Mark II the last few weeks while I tested the camera during a trip to Key Largo, Florida. We’re very impressed, and will have our review published very soon with many underwater photos. I also had a chance to test...
Nikon 16-35mm F4 lens review for underwater
Jul 03
Nikon 16-35mm lens The Nikon 16-35mm F4 VR lens is a sharp, versatile full-frame lens that is an excellent choice for underwater Nikon shooters who own cameras like the Nikon D800, D810, D610, D750, D4, or D700. I found contrast, sharpness, and focusing speed to be excellent while shooting with my Nauticam D800 housing. Please note that will you want an 8 or 9 inch dome port with this lens, and...
RX-100 + Nauticam Compact Macro Converter (CMC)
May 20
During our 5th annual Anilao underwater photo workshop, I got to use the RX-100 camera with the Nauticam CMC (compact macro converter). The results look great, and I look forward to trying out this combination some more. Focusing was fast and easy, photos were sharp and magnification was good. I also expect excellent results with the RX-100 II, or the Canon G7X. All photos were taken with...
Video Tip: Add a Time-lapse
Mar 20
We’ve been talking a lot about the fantastic video autofocus in the Canon 7D Mark II and the 70D, as well as a new series of GoPro video tutorials, so today we offer a tip for your dive trip videos. Add a time-lapse! What is a Time-Lapse? You’ve certainly seen a time-lapse – a section of video where the clouds, people, waves or other elements appear to be sped up, yet...
Testing Video on the Canon 7D Mark II
Mar 17
I had the chance to shoot some underwater video with Bluewater’s Canon 7D Mark II out at Farnsworth Bank the week before last… in some epic visibility. The highlight of the camera is the hybrid autofocus used during Live View shooting, which along with the Canon 70D, is miles from the nearest DSLR or mirrorless competitor. This new AI Servo autofocus allows the camera to quickly lock...
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