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I'd rather see images which are imperfect and REAL over anything which has been "improved" by AI. I have even less patience for generative AI and the theft it requires. I absolutely hate that I have to distrust everything I see on a screen now.

I have discovered a water spot on the inside of my AOI glass dome port. It must have gotten there from condensation. I have tried to remove it using a lens cleaning cloth and ROR lens cleaner. However, I think ROR is more for removing residual oil. Do you have any suggestions on what might work?

Please, no. I hve not entered a contest ever but I apprecite looking at the photos you folks put up and the skill and luck and chance and dedication. AI will ruin photography because real photographs can never be perfect. I understand using some tools to get white balance, remove backscatter perhaps but at what point is it no longer your photo but something else.

At 42 seconds, one of the dolphins just grows longer and longer for no reason. But it's scary that it's so hard to tell except for little things here and there.

@hedonist222 My question is: What is the benefit of the SMC-3 compared to the SMC-1. 1) lighter that's ok 2) how is the working distanceimprovement?

Will work with an array of cameras and 24mm lenses; I use it with a Nikon Z50 in a Nauticam housing. 130 degree view. I also have the N100 flat port and bayonet converter available. In Phuket!

I don't even believe my own mother anymore 😁 It's a real shame that for any video, we are now forced to ask ourselves if it's AI. And fundamentally, if we're wrong about a video of dolphins and whales, who gives a damn! But now I see skepticism everywhere. I've read absurd discussions regarding images of war, from Palestine to Ukraine, about things we shouldn't have the slightest doubt about. Returning to the whale, at the 27-second mark, the fin on the left of the screen grows disproportionately large. I don't know if it was too far away and in shadow before, but it's suspicious. P.S. I was given a temporary Google Gemini Pro account, and a few weeks ago, just for fun, I tried to generate a small piece of video. Crazy. Essentially, I gave it the last frame of one clip I had and the first frame of another clip, and I asked to construct a particular scene in the middle t The result was "almost" perfect. It connected perfectly because it started and ended with my own frames.I should have tried with different prompts, but then I got bored and quit. Just six months ago, this wasn't remotely possible.

There was a video posted on reddit a few weeks ago, being shared all over on random subreddits, with dolphins and a whale that I'm convinced is AI. But it's really really good AI. Some small tells that just don't make sense. Underwater video my cousin took in Bora Bora. Cooler with sound! : r/BeAmazed

We have an old similar thread here: https://waterpixels.net/forums/topic/729-having-a-housing-serviced/

I always say this: if only a small percentage of smartphone technology were used in action cameras, we would see a leap in their performance. And regardless, sooner or later, we'll find these features in our mirrorless cameras. The sensor has already gone into production, and the first smartphones incorporating it will be seen in a few months. Sony has unveiled the LYTIA LYT-901, a massive new image sensor (1/1.12-type, 200MP) that could fundamentally change smartphone cameras. Here is the brief summary: AI Zoom Breakthrough: The sensor integrates an industry-first on-chip AI processing circuit that handles intensive remosaicing in real-time. 4x Digital Zoom Quality: This allows the sensor to deliver high-quality, 4x digital zoom performance (up to 4K/30fps video) using only a single lens, achieving results previously limited to dedicated telephoto modules. Performance: It features high dynamic range (over $100\text{ dB}$ claimed) and supports up to 8K/30fps and 4K/120fps video capture. Implications: If successful, this technology will allow phone manufacturers to use fewer lenses, leading to smaller camera bumps, reduced costs, and more space inside the phone for components like larger batteries. In short: Sony is trying to replace the dedicated telephoto lens with a single, high-res sensor plus integrated AI processing. CineDDeath of the Triple-Camera Phone? Sony LYTIA 901 Sensor D...Sony LYTIA 901 packs 200MP and on-chip AI for 4x zoom quality, potentially replacing multi-camera smartphone setups.

Sorry whats your question? I have the SMC-1, MFO-3, and an AIO as well (sits between the SMC-1 and SMC-3). I use the dual Nauticam flip. Attaching the non MFO-3 lens requires the medium collar-floats. The MFO-3 and any of the others will also require this larger buoyancy collar.

It is definitely a mistake, and even 540 euros is a lot!

Yes, though it's surprising how little info there is on many species!

I'll sell mine, discounted to $11,099!

Amazing! This should be posted as an article/update on the front page of the website, not visible enough :)

Thanks Dave, I truly agree with your objections. Its like "never change a running system", I really dont want a post-revision error. Im quite miticulous when it comes to equipment maintenance and as we indeed have water with high calcium content, I routinely blow my housing dry after soaking. Some knobs are a little bit stiffer than others, the front dial is also a little bit harder to turn. But to be honest, this was the case from the beginning and hasnt really worsened since then. I always thougt that maybe the lubrication was not intense ex factory.

Hello, I bought a couple of WF solar flare lights, tested at the lake with green color dominant but almost good visibility. The CRI is significantly better than the previous chinese low cost lights, but the kelvin temperature must be set accordingly on the GP 12. I'm satisfied up to now even if miracles do not exist 😉 Bye

I think maybe they rolled all of the tariff charges onto this one obscure item that they expected nobody to ever buy!

Tariffs strike again!

AOI housing for Olympus OM-D E-M5 III or OM System OM-5. Only used for two dive trips, like new condition. New price was $1099. Selling for $575. Pictures attached. AOI has specially designed the UH-EM5III housing for the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III. This underwater housing has a depth rating of 60 meters (200ft.) The UH-EM5IIIís high-quality polycarbonate construction reduces the weight of the housing underwater while optimally protecting your camera from water and damage. This housing comes with a built-in Vacuum Analysation and Wet Detection System (VWS), so you can be confident that your camera is safe from water leaks. Battery for Vacuum Analysation and Wet Detection System (VWS): Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery (3.7V) Extra set of O-rings Charging: USB Charger DC 5V, 0.5A (not included) Approx. 1.5 hours for a full charge Battery Operation Time: Approx. 100 hours OM-D Port System Depth Rating: 60m/200ft Dimensions: Approx. 206.20mm (W) x 181.70mm (H) x 113.55mm (D) Weight: Approx. 1340g

Wow it must be an error, definitely not the same price in euro/gbp/chf . sells new for about 500

$11,100 USD?!? Is it diamond encrusted or made from meteoric iron?

As title mention, I'm looking for this piece https://www.nauticam.com/collections/pf-37202 Would want a seller from EU/UK preferably. Thank you