http://forum.scubatoys.com What camera, strobe, housing, etc en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:38:40 GMT vBulletin 3 http://forum.scubatoys.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://forum.scubatoys.com http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28118-inon-ucl-165-epoque-dml-2-a.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:14:38 GMT Okay guys, looking to add a macro option to my G10 / Ikelite by using the new 67mm threaded adaptor made for the Ike housing. Other than the price difference in these two lenses being about 25 bucks I have no idea how to choose one over another. From what I can see they are both wet macro lenses with the Epoque having 2X magnification and that is as far as my limited knowledge of lenses go. Found some info on the Inon but no specs on magnification. Anybody have / use either or both of these lenses? Preferences? Okay guys, looking to add a macro option to my G10 / Ikelite by using the new 67mm threaded adaptor made for the Ike housing. Other than the price difference in these two lenses being about 25 bucks I have no idea how to choose one over another. From what I can see they are both wet macro lenses with the Epoque having 2X magnification and that is as far as my limited knowledge of lenses go. Found some info on the Inon but no specs on magnification. Anybody have / use either or both of these lenses? Preferences? ]]> Gear Information MagnaBoxer http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28118-inon-ucl-165-epoque-dml-2-a.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28114-suggestion-w-nikon-d40.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:44:59 GMT Looking to p/u a good W/A for a Nikon D40. Don't need top of the line but crisp edges with a good FOV in an affordable range would be nice.

Thanks......... ]]> Gear Information DevilDiver http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28114-suggestion-w-nikon-d40.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28007-nikon-s510.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:04:18 GMT Has anyone used a Nikon S510 before? I am looking at a starter camera. I can get one online for $115 and the housing for $109. Any thoughts? Has anyone used a Nikon S510 before? I am looking at a starter camera. I can get one online for $115 and the housing for $109. Any thoughts? ]]> Gear Information Capt. Morgan http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28007-nikon-s510.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28001-strobe-selection.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:22:11 GMT I have a Sony DSC P150 camera in the Sony MPK housing. It works wonderfully, but I wanted to add an external strobe. I've seen photos of other folks who managed to accomplish this, but I can't figure out how an external strobe could be linked to the camera without some sort of port.

Is there something I'm missing? :smiley5:

I'm very new to this, so all recommendations are welcome.

Thanks ]]> Gear Information Bilsant http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/28001-strobe-selection.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27990-sea-sea-860g.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:42:14 GMT I have a Sea & Sea 860G that got a little wet and now doesn't work. Does anybody know if there is a shop that repairs them? ]]> Gear Information edge900rr http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27990-sea-sea-860g.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27850-strobe-arms.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:33:35 GMT Hi all. I am attempting to break into the world of underwater photography. I'm settled on the ys-110a strobe but need help picking out an arm package. Does anyone have any opinions about the Sea Arm Light versus the Sea Arm VII???? I know very little (actually nothing) about arms and I can't find very much information online. I could really use some help! ]]> Gear Information octopus http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27850-strobe-arms.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27783-fujifilm-offers-fantaseas-remora-flash-10-27-09-a.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:57:08 GMT
Fujifilm has announced the Remora Slave Flash kit for underwater flash photography, which is compatible with its line-up of digital compact cameras and underwater housings. The kit consists of the Remora Flash unit with a guide number of 20 and a flash beam angle of 60 degrees, a flexible arm and a fibre-optic cable. It also includes a built- in mount to for a focus light to pre-focus under water. The kit is available for £229 from Fujifilm approved Dive stores.


Press Release:

Fujifilm Shines New Light on Underwater Imaging Range

October, 2009: Fujifilm is pleased to announce the release of the new Fujifilm Remora Slave Flash Kit. Compatible with Fujifilm's full range of digital compact cameras and underwater housings, the Fujifilm Remora Flash provides extra flexibility and more accurate flash output, taking the quality of underwater photography to new levels.
One of the biggest restrictions when shooting underwater is the limitation of light, which often results in disappointing photos that don't do the subject justice. This problem is now addressed thanks to the Remora's powerful flash with a guide number of 20. So, not only is it suited to daytime diving, but its performance is also essential during night dives when a good light source is even more critical to taking great pictures.

Another key feature of new the Fujifilm Remora Flash is the wide angle flash beam angle of 60 degrees. This extra wide flash spread means a bigger area can be illuminated underwater to meet the needs of both macro and wide-angle photography.

Many flash units give users very limited control over the amount of flash output, which can often cause over or underexposed shots. The Fujifilm Remora Flash features manual light output range of 10% to 100%, so the amount of flash can be fine tuned to achieve a correct exposure for the perfect shot. What's more, a short recycle time ensures quick responsiveness, even when using the maximum power output of 100%.

For ease of use, the powerful flash unit is mounted on a flexible arm which can be quickly adjusted to just the right angle for any subject or situation. The reliability of the flash firing is enhanced by a fibre optic which feeds from the camera's flash to the Remora to guarantee the flash will go off at that vital moment.

In addition the Remora Flash includes a built-in Y-S mount to fit a focus light, especially useful to help the camera pre-focus underwater before taking a photo. This also eliminates the need for additional flex arm, keeping the whole system perfectly simple.
Fujifilm Remora Flash Kit contents:

• Fujifilm Remora Flash Unit
• Flexible Arm
• Single Stay Slot Tray
• Fibre Optic Cable

Features and specifications:

• Adjustable power output (10%-100%)
• 4 pre-flash settings
• Powerful 42 W-second flash-tube
• Guide Number 20 (ISO 100/air)
• Removable flash diffuser included
• Uses 4 x AA batteries (alkaline or rechargeable)
• Approx. 240 flashes per set of batteries
• Quick recycle time
• Slave sensor
• Attachment for fiber optic cable
• Beam angle 60 degrees horizontal
• Colour temperature 5400K
• Y-S Mount for focus light
• Depth rated to 55m/180 feet

]]> Gear Information DevilDiver http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27783-fujifilm-offers-fantaseas-remora-flash-10-27-09-a.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27715-ikelite-updates-its-dslr-housings-design-10-27-09-a.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 04:04:13 GMT *Starting November 1, 2009 Ikelite introduces several changes to its dSLR housings design. Even though the changes are not quite significant they would increase the confidence of the Ikelite customers. * *The simple 2-locks port system will now include two additional locks. The Ikelite customers that acquired a new dSLR housing after 1 October 2009 are offered a complimentary modification. The offer includes free return shipping within US and Canada. The owners who bought their housings before October 1st may return their housings for modification at a cost of $150 plus return freight.* *As part of the modification Ikelite would add free of charge the new 1/4-20 threaded mounting point, which will come standard with all new housings after November 1st. The mounting point allows attachment of a focus light, video light or other lightweight accessories.* *All existing port components will be fully functional with the new port locking system with the exclusion of the #5510.10 Superwide Port Body. The old body is replaced with a new #5510.11 Superwide Port Body. The #5510.11 features a new locking feature and is usable with both four-lock and two-lock housings. Ikelite placed an exchange offer to its customers. The #5510.10 port bodies may be returned for a reduced exchange cost of $60 plus return freight.* Starting November 1, 2009 Ikelite introduces several changes to its dSLR housings design. Even though the changes are not quite significant they would increase the confidence of the Ikelite customers.
The simple 2-locks port system will now include two additional locks. The Ikelite customers that acquired a new dSLR housing after 1 October 2009 are offered a complimentary modification. The offer includes free return shipping within US and Canada. The owners who bought their housings before October 1st may return their housings for modification at a cost of $150 plus return freight.
As part of the modification Ikelite would add free of charge the new 1/4-20 threaded mounting point, which will come standard with all new housings after November 1st. The mounting point allows attachment of a focus light, video light or other lightweight accessories.
All existing port components will be fully functional with the new port locking system with the exclusion of the #5510.10 Superwide Port Body. The old body is replaced with a new #5510.11 Superwide Port Body. The #5510.11 features a new locking feature and is usable with both four-lock and two-lock housings. Ikelite placed an exchange offer to its customers. The #5510.10 port bodies may be returned for a reduced exchange cost of $60 plus return freight. ]]> Gear Information DevilDiver http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27715-ikelite-updates-its-dslr-housings-design-10-27-09-a.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27653-nauticam-comming-us.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:29:11 GMT Nauticam comming to USA. Debut release is a housing for the Nikon D90 being shown at the Nauticam booth at DEMA. Nauticam USA is coming soon! (http://www.nauticamusa.com/) More Info: Nauticam housings available in the USA, D90 housing announced :: Wetpixel.com (http://wetpixel.com/i.php/full/nauticam-housings-available-in-the-usa-d90-housing-announced/) Nauticam comming to USA. Debut release is a housing for the Nikon D90 being shown at the Nauticam booth at DEMA.

Nauticam USA is coming soon!

More Info:
Nauticam housings available in the USA, D90 housing announced :: Wetpixel.com ]]> Gear Information DevilDiver http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27653-nauticam-comming-us.html http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27557-canon-s90-housing.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:29:18 GMT Considering the new Canon S90 as an UW camera for my wife and a backup to my DSLR rig. My old Fuji 810 backup is getting very flaky, not sure how much longer I can trust it.

Will probably wait for the Ike housing to become available - but mildly interested in the Canon housing as they are so small and we are diving in mid-December; so need a housing that is available in early December.

Question - do the Canon housings have a threaded mounting hole in the bottom so I can attach a tray to mount external strobes to? Not interested at all if I can't attach a tray/and or a decent mounting for an external strobe. Thanks in advance. ]]> Gear Information bversteegh http://forum.scubatoys.com/gear-information/27557-canon-s90-housing.html