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X-Ray Mag #36 - May 2010
So, where do we start? And what type of camera do we buy? Should we go for the DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex)—basically a digital version of the old single lens reflex (SLR) camera where you compose your photograph through the lens of the camera—or should we go for a compact point-and-shoot camera, which has live-view screening.
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Impressive backlit images do not necessarily require the use of a flash. Just aim towards the surface and use the sun. Often, that is all there is to...
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The notion that wide-angle lenses can only be used for large subject matter is common, but erroneous.
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These are special photographic techniques that have long been used for many years by both professional and amateur land photographers to add...
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Nice subject matter and good visibility is a prerequisite for a great image. But just as important is correct lighting.
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Ice diving is always something out of the ordinary. The atmosphere, colors, flora and fauna—it definitely pays off to endure the icy temperatures...
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X-Ray Mag #27 - Dec 2008
Taking photos underwater without a flash is not common, but it actually is easier than using a flash. I have a few tips and advice for getting good...
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Night diving is the ultimate for many divers. Underwater photography without light is challenging, but with a few additional pieces of camera...
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X-Ray Mag #29 - May 2009
Nice subject matter and good visibility is a prerequisite for a great image. But just as important is correct lighting.
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Ice diving is always something out of the ordinary. The atmosphere, colors, flora and fauna—it definitely pays off to endure the icy temperatures for a while. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of. If you are not afraid of the cold water and you can overcome the anxiety of diving under ice, you will enjoy photographing the sometimes bizarre formations under the ice.
X-Ray Mag #27 - Dec 2008
Taking photos underwater without a flash is not common, but it actually is easier than using a flash. I have a few tips and advice for getting good results.
X-Ray Mag #26 - Oct 2008
Night diving is the ultimate for many divers. Underwater photography without light is challenging, but with a few additional pieces of camera equipment and special techniques you can master this as well.
X-Ray Mag #25 - Sep 2008
Dependable and well functioning camera equipment is the foundation of good pictures. This article gives you some hints and tips on how to maintain your equipment in flawless condition.
X-Ray Mag #24 - Jul 2008
Even in the digital age, black and white photographs are still viewed as art. In this edition of my underwater photography series, I’ll give you an introduction to contrast imaging.
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Without a proper workflow when doing digital photographing, the quality of your images won’t improve. When all the elements of your photography come together, then you can get the best out of your work. I’ll explain how!
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A photographer’s heart always seems to beat a little faster when it comes to taking pictures of sunken ships and aircraft. So, how do you become successful in shooting wrecks? Granted, it is not entirely straight forward, but if you take the following advice and guidelines to heart, you will surely achieve good results.

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If you're in the San Francisco Bay Area, come see 14 of Eric's large aluminum marine-life prints on Sat/Sun, May 22-23, 2010. I'll be Maker Faire (the ultimate do-it-yourself gathering) at the San Mateo County Event Center. My 30' x 30' exhibition space will be inside somewhere, so come find him!
Gates Underwater Products are planning to bring to market an underwater housing for the Sony PRS-300 eBook reader.
Fantasea have announced the launch of a series of new lenses adapters and accessories designed to complement existing compact camera housings. The new line is branded Fantasea Eyes.
Join Eric Cheng and Alex Mustard in an underwater photography expedition to Alaska in June 11-23, 2011. We'll be aboard the liveaboard dive vessel, the Nautilus Explorer, for 13 days of exploration between Sitka and Ketchikan.
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UK company Frogfish Photography has added Nimar underwater housings to its range of underwater photography brands. Nimar housings are relatively affordable and models are available to suit many different SLRs. Nimar has been around for over 20 years and has been manufacturing housings for both video and still cameras in northern Italy since the early 1980s.