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They're actually cheaper than I expected

I’ve seen this error around 20% of the time I try to visit the site over the past month. Usually from iOS mobile Safari or Brave/Chrome. I know Brave is weird so I’ve tried Safari and seen the same error. I just downloaded the App so I’ll try that for a while to see if it’s better.

Do you have those yet

Oh, excellent. I need the preflash mod too. I just did a few days of a trip with the strobes in preflash.

There a error on this post above Gopro MAX 2 or previous Gopro Generations are backwards compatible with UHS-II card, but speeds remain at UHS-I Lexar polar pro cards express cards are new type of card that requires microSD Express (PCIe 3.0 + NVMe 1.3) for full speed, only compatible with Nintendo so far, its also backwards compatible with GOPROs but speeds remain at UHS-I. The Gopro M1PRO series its unknown if support UHS-II cards, (example Lexar Gold Series V60 256GB A2) If the Gopro M1PRO series continue to support UHS-i cards the V30 A2 C10 U3 should be fine for 8K60

Gopro Mission 1 or Mission 1 pro available for pre-order https://gopro.com/pt/pt/shop/cameras/buy/mission-1-pro/CHDHW-011-master.html?srsltid=AfmBOopVF4NKOXjS0EqkHhUgDVyqnP-DRQeOWHhIlgyB866feRN1iCWA

As an owner of a WACP-1, WACP-C, WWL-1B, and Canon 8-15, here is my objective, real-world experience with all. I use the inexpensive Sony 28-60 in all cases except the 8-15 for ultra-wide scenes. Note 1 - One of the greatest strengths of all the wet optics is the inclusion of a real zoom option. Note 2 - All water contact optics have a slight degree of barrel distortion at the wide end. Scenes such as pier legs or wreck interiors are best when zoomed in a bit to help compensate, or correct slightly in post. This is not, however, noticeable in normal reef scenes even at the widest FoV. WACP-1: Dry Port - no water layer between the lens and external dome. - Large on the surface with a weight of 10lbs dry - Best image quality of the three, but not overly noticeable unless comparing side by side with others - Very stable in-water due to size; beneficial for slower shutter or video work WACP-C: Dry port - Smaller version of the WACP-1 weighing only 5lbs dry, or half as much - Not quite as sharp, but only noticeable if compared at high zoom in image review side by side with the same from a WACP-1 - Substantially lower price in comparison WWL-1B: Wet Mount Port - layer of water between the flat port and the attached WWL. - By far the smallest and lightest of the 3 - Very similar image quality to the WACP-C. - My go-to choice for travel when size/weight are issues - The lowest overall cost - Must “burp” lens after entry to make sure no air bubbles are trapped between port and wet lens - *WWL-C is same concept except designed for 24mm lenses vs 28mm Canon 8-15 w traditional hemispherical dome - Go-to fisheye option for exceptional quality - Ultra-wide 180 FoV vs 130 degree max - No real zoom ability Does the addition of a water-contact optics improve the quality of a standard kit lens? In my actual use and real-world comparisons…yes. I find the corners to be sharper at a wider aperture. This provides great flexibility when lower light becomes an issue Is this better than a traditional lens and dome? That’s really personal taste, very similar to how much salt to add to food. Image quality “better” is open to interpretation. With regards to overall user experience, I personally feel there are options greater to capture a moment, especially in fast-action scenes with the water contact optics. Can prove any of this with scientific numbers? Nope, that’s not my forte. These are simply my personal finds and my personal preferences. Plenty will have other opinions and/or thoughts, and that’s great too. That’s why there are many options to purchase so all preferences can be met. Above all, dive and enjoy capturing the moment!

I made a preflash button blocker for Inon flashes. I made Retra Maxi knob replacements for the same reason. The knobs are the same shape and i wanted them to feel distinct.

This is a follow up to report above which I am leaving as is for demonstration purposes even though I made mistake. Always read manuals :-). After adjusting 360Studio to recommended settings - which were Dive Case mode OFF (I already had AI stitching ON) I made another look at the test footage. The stitching improved. It is not seamless by far but at least it is almost tolerable. Still Insta360 case Pro stitching is far more invisible mainly in the blue. At the close distance the stitchings are almost on par - simply they are visible. The main problem with Nauticam stitching in the blue is a divide in exposure. This is going to be an issue in confined spaces with only one half of housing facing the lightened area. What's definitely an issue with Nauticam is a nasty flare coming from spot light sources. Basically if you will be in the group with someone with lights on - beware. Here is side by side test footage (adjusted as much as the amount of time I wanted to give it) And some sample screenshots with updated settings

https://makerworld.com/en/models/645442-inon-z240-knob-extension?from=search#profileId-571651 BVA

Dave: Didn't you make some Inon knob add ons? BVA

I think there are Inon knobs from Dave H, here on waterpixels for 3d printing. If I remember correctly, it is a roll pin that you push out with a simple punch. I can do it for you when we get home. BVA

we are on the Samambaia right now, leaving Triton to go up to Ambon. Went over to visit, Leeza is still there running the place with Nurul Yazid a phenomenal photographer. We have been for a total of 8 weeks and going back next year. There are a couple of Triton Bay videos on www.blueviews.net Still no aircon but there is now 24 hour electricity. Bill

I've been using the Marelux 4 wheel roller for the last year. It's depth and height match international dimensions, and it's just a touch wider, which is useful for packing housings with handles. Marelux 20-inch Luggage for Photography Equipment,Travel Gears

For over a decade, I used a CompuTrekker backpack and small duffle for my carryon luggage to try and look as inconspicuous as possible. Lifting it up and down in long immigration lines and always on the lookout for trolleys was not fun. So a couple of months ago, I followed Alex Mustard's packing technique and switched to a 4 wheeler and a large computer bag. Carrying 65 pounds this way is a breeze! Even when I see a trolley, I don't use it. Traveling now is so much easier.

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I’ll have to look at their chart. I did measure the distance from the lens front element to the housing bayonet flan and that was 35mm. Curious what the distance is on a Nauticam. Thanks

No way I’m going to risk that. I did design and print a zoom gear for this lens since no one had one in stock

I wanted to share a quick update on how the AO 36 Can Cooler Bag performed during my recent trip to Cozumel. If you’ve been looking for a DIY portable rinse tank solution, this one is great. The SetupThe logistics were seamless. To get from the hotel to the boat, I packed my wetsuit and rash guard directly into the cooler. For my dry items, I used a 20L dry bag tucked inside the cooler alongside the gear. This allowed me to carry the cooler over one shoulder while keeping my hands free for my camera rig. On the BoatOnce on board, the cooler really proved its worth: The Swap: I geared up and stowed the dry bag under the bench. The Rinse: I filled the AO bag with fresh water to create a private rinse tank. The Fit: My camera gear fit comfortably inside. The boat only provided a 5-gallon bucket for rinsing, which would have been way too small for my setup. Having my own dedicated space was a game-changer. The Return TripPost-dive, I simply dumped the water and packed my wet gear back into the cooler. Since the dry bag stayed sealed, I could toss it right next to the wet stuff without any issues. Carrying it back to the hotel was just as easy as the morning trek. Final VerdictThe bag is rugged, perfectly sized, and incredibly convenient. If you want to ensure your gear gets a proper soak—or if you just want to avoid the "communal bucket" struggle—I highly recommend picking one up.

I know that @Kiliii Yuyan is using this lens on a Nauticam housing. He may have some details about what port extension is working best.

Are you going to dive your printed port extension? I recently printed made a Nauticam n120 extension of 40mm and did a successful test dive to 106ft with it. I plan to shoot it this week with my 8-15+1.4tc.

Sounds like a good excuse to look for a smaller, less demanding rig!

Not much of that sounds fun, George. Very glad to hear the surgeries were successful. I hope the mice enjoyed their gourmet snack. Little rascals! And, to top that, a very warm welcome to Waterpixels. Great to have you with us. Best wishes

Hello, After a hip replacement and ablation procedure, both 100% successful, I am hoping to start diving more regularly again, but likely not enough to get the required dives in to handle my big Aquatica D850 rig again. While inactive, mice chewed holes in my dry suit, it couldn't be repaired, so I bought a new one and am ready to go again. Maybe I'll change my mind and get my diving skills back to where I can manage the multi-tasking skills of underwater photography again.

Thanks, That’s the conclusion we came up with. I did order the 39.5mm since have a trip scheduled in 2 weeks. I provide the measurement numbers that Aquatica would need to calculate what extension to use yesterday. Since it’s the weekend I figured I just reproduced a 39.5mm extension in Fusion and that is printing now. I’ll also print a 42mm version that you just pointed out. It’s a crude test to see which one will not vignette but I don't have the numbers of the dome port to find the Nodal point of this dome.