Olympus Evolt E-330 Digital SLR
Friday, January 27th, 2006
Wetpixel informs of the new Olympus Evolt E-330 digital slr - the First digital SLR with live preview LCD
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Olympus Evolt E-330 Digitial SLR 
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Archive for January, 2006
Canon IXUS 700 or PowerShot SD500
Tuesday, January 24th, 2006
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The 7.1 Megapixel Digital IXUS 700 is very popular as an above water camera, and sounds like it would make a great camera for Underwater photos also. I found one favorable review by a Scuba Diver. The Canon IXUS 700 features a Perpetual Curve Design, a 3x optical zoom, 2.0″ Quick-bright/Night Display LCD, VGA 30 fps movies, * DIGIC II/iSAPS/9-point AiAF/USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, 14 shooting modes (including underwater), My Colors editing, PictBridge compatible, Print/Share button and CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.
This camera has different names in different countries:
Buy Canon Powershot SD500 7.1MP Digital Camera . Canon Digital Ixus 700 W/P Case WP-DC70 can be used to a depth of 40 metres, is simple to handle, has full camera function control, Flash can be used underwater, has a Removable flash diffusion plate and Standard tripod socket. |
Read the reviews on the Canon Powershot SD500
Nikon Coolpix 4600
Sunday, January 22nd, 2006
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The Nikon Coolpix 4600 Digital Camera has an Underwater Scene Mode, movie mode (without sound), and is powered by AA-size batteries. The Nikon Coolpix 4600 and 5600 are Nikon’s entry level point-and-shoot cameras for 2005. Both feature compact bodies, a 1.8″ LCD display, in-camera redeye reduction and “D-lighting” features (more on these later), and tons of scene modes. The main difference between the two models is the resolution — 4 Megapixels for the 4600 and 5 for the 5600 — but there are a few other differences. Note that these are Point and Shoot Cameras and there are NO manual controls. This is great for beginners, however most Scuba Divers want manual controls once they become more proficient at Underwater Photography. The Nikon WP-CP3 Waterproof Case is designed exclusively for Nikon’s Coolpix 4600 and 5600 digital cameras, this underwater casing features a compact, durable design that allows control of all camera functions. Use it underwater at depths of up to 130 feet or 40 metres, or to take pictures at the beach or on ski slopes without worrying about damaging your camera. Buy the Nikon WP-CP3 Waterproof Case . |
8 Underwater Cameras Compared
Thursday, January 19th, 2006
Divernet Diver Magazine tried out, then reviewed and compared 8 different Scuba Diving Cameras
- NIKON COOLPIX 4600,
- OLYMPUS mju500,
- FUJI FINEPIX F10,
- SONY CYBERSHOT DCS T33,
- SONY CYBERSHOT DSC W7
- NIKON COOLPIX 7900,
- CANON IXUS 700,
- SANYO XACTI C4
The author also discussed the different things to look at when purchasing a digital camera for Underwater Photography. Over the next few days, I’ll do a more detailed review of some of those cameras.
Olympus E-300 Digital SLR and Housing
Monday, January 16th, 2006
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The Olympus Evolt E-300 is a 100% digital SLR camera that eliminates any photographic limitations. A powerful 8-megapixel CCD combines with interchangeable Zuiko digital lenses, our exclusive Supersonic Wave Filter, and other cutting-edge technologies to make for world-class images. Advances in design make for a durable and portable compact camera you can take and trust anywhere. It features impressively fast shooting and operating speeds that ensure you never miss a photo op, and the ability to switch lenses and add flashes so you never miss a beat. |
Read the reviews of the Olympus E300 Digital Camera
Nikon discontinues most film cameras
Friday, January 13th, 2006
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It looks like Digital cameras are really starting to take over from Film cameras. Nikon has announce that they will focus most of their resources in the digital area.
Nikon has announced that they will no longer sell most of their film cameras. The only film cameras that will continue to be manufactured are the F6 and the FM10. The F6 will be the only one sold in Europe. All large format lenses, and many manual focus lenses are as of now discontinued too. |
NIKON D70S SLR Digital Camera Kit with Nikon Zoom Lens 25226
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Good news for digital photographers are that now “Nikon Corporation has made the decision to focus management resources on digital cameras in place of film cameras”.
“Following the success of our digital line-up over the last seven years, which has resulted in more than 95% of Nikon’s UK business being within the digital area, Nikon Corporation has made the decision to focus management resources on digital cameras in place of film cameras. This decision will allow Nikon to continue to develop products that match the demands of an increasingly competitive market place.”
Using Two Strobes Underwater
Wednesday, January 11th, 2006
I belong to an Underwater Photography Yahoo group, who’s owner is Zaid Fadul. Zaid frequently posts photos that he’s taken while Scuba Diving and also posts a description or something interesting about the marine animal in the photo. His photos are magnificent and I’ve obtained permission to post them on my website, provided I plug Zaid’s Yahoo group. See the subscribe box below. Zaid says this about his yahoo group…
“I am interested in building this list to encompass as many people as possible. I think it important for people to learn about the oceans and see what is out there. There are so few people who dive it is really a shame the vast majoprity of the world is missing out.”
Here’s an Underwater Photography tip written by Zaid, and a magnificent shot of the Ocean White tip shark. Zaid explains (and shows in the photo) how 2 strobes can be used.
Sealife Universal Underwater Flash
Sunday, January 8th, 2006
SeaLife have announced a Universal Underwater Flash for Scuba Diving Digital Cameras:
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SeaLife External Flash for Digital Cameras
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