- glass dome; otherwise performance suff ers. Of course you could compromise, but then why go FF? All that equipment results in heavier bags…
overweight charges, etc…. Quality has its price and for some it is well worth
the expense. However, there are some things money cannot buy and APS-C cameras do have advantages. The $$$ savings are obvious, but other virtues play in favour of this type of camera for underwater work. Many underwater photographers love taking
macrophotography or fi sh portrait pictures. In temperate waters, these shots easily account for more than 80-90% of the images made by enthusiasts. APS-C sensors exhibit more depth of fi eld
than their FF counterparts, a real advantage in macrophotography. Using a depth of fi eld app, we calculated that, with a 60mm lens focused at 10” or 25cm, an APS-C camera provides approximately twice the depth of fi eld of its larger counterpart. In the wide-angle realm, anyone who has worked
with a 9-inch glass dome will understand the physical implications of carrying such a ‘monster’. Advantage APS-C, since it will work fi ne with a smaller dome. Moreover, some zoom lenses such as the versatile
Tokina 10-17 Fisheye only work on APS-C format sensors; a FF owner loses this one, too. You could argue that any FF can be operated in
APS-C format (a function allows the user to tell the camera to use only part of its sensor) but this alone does not justify going FF. One of the main arguments in favour of FF
cameras is the low light performance. Those who work a lot in available light conditions may need this benefi t. Imagine shooting sharks at dusk or producing temperate water wide-angle images where you need to ‘open’ the background. In such cases, FF defi nitely beats the APS-C
cameras. Having said that, is it possible to live with some noise in your images? Most pictures are viewed on computer screens or tablets, where such noise may not be apparent at the resolution level of most viewing tools.
The choice is yours As tempting as FF cameras may be, we feel that for most people, an APS-C version is more than adequate, if not absolutely better. And for those who happen to be shooting as a couple, i.e. two camera systems, then simply buy one of each. This is our own solution. Happy bubbles.
InF cus Photo Gear Snaps hots
Aquatica Hydrophone $149.95
Record sound underwater using this new mono recording hydrophone for dSLRs. Will snuggly fi t most Aquatica housings using an available through hole. Was that dolphin talking to you? Find out now!
www.aquatica.ca
Gates Deep Weapon upgrade $TBA
Ensure that investment doesn’t become obsolete. Upgrade your Dragon or Epic to the new Deep Weapon. It will be come compatible with all Epic models, and the new Raven. Plus, use the new Redmote.
www.gateshousings.com
Nauticam FIX Neo Premium 2200 DX $799
Deep breath… 2200 lumens, 4000K color temp, 355g weight, 55 minute high power battery life, swapable batteries, 1% power increments, 300 foot depth, mounts included, digital display. Phew.
www.nauticama.com
Sven
Can See $25
You may have the best eye for a photo, and the best camera in the world, but if you can’t see out your mask, it won’t matter! Anti-fog that lasts all day, no matter the conditions.
www.svencansee.com
Ikelite
WD-3 Wide Angle Dome $300
A lightweight wet lens without vignetting or edge distortions. Simply slide on to a standard Ikelite port, even underwater. Has an attached lanyard, and neoprene cover. A great addition.
www.ikelite.com
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