Clifton

I use back button focus for underwater photography, and decided to make the switch years ago during an Alex Mustard workshop. It takes a bit of getting used to it, but once you do, you will likely not go back to half shutter focus. For wildlife and landscape photography, I have re-programmed the nearby AE-Lock button (I shoot Canon) for spot focusing and eye tracking, and have found iit convenient to have the two focus options side by side, using my right thumb for both. As to the comments about human hand ergonomics, I can't dispute that. It's tricky navigating small buttons with one's thumb. Some underwater housings have made it a bit easier with larger levers on the back.

Hi Johan. In May my daughter and I will be flying to Jakarta and then on to Kalimantan for a dive trip. I am excited for her as this will be her first diving experience overseas, and arguably in one of the best areas! After the diving, I am hoping to take a two-night houseboat tour in Tanjung National Park to see and photograph wildlife. I'm doing this one on my own. If you have any insights, plesae share, and thank you. Welcome to the forum, by the way!

I also like them all and feel that the first one ... really pops. Great image. Thanks for sharing!

great shot. thanks for sharing!

great info, thanks, Tim. I am still getting used to fiber, having done most my shooting with sync cords (which I truly do not miss). I gather from all this that the coiled fiber cords are not desireable. That is what I have and they do get in the way and are not easy to deal with, but it's probably more the user than the product!

Nice work, Kris. Thanks for sharing. love the reefscape in Raja!

Noel, absolutely beautiful work there. You did not mention your profession with National Geographic Explorer ... you are very humble! Your images are amazing, and I look forward to spending more time on your Instagram site.

My name is G Clifton and I have been a longtime subscriber to Wetpixels, and now this new forum which I am really excited about. Originally from Colorado, my spouse and I will be making a move to Bend Oregon and will settle there for the foreseeable future. I have been diving since 1985 and try to do at least two trips per year. My 'go to' spots include Belize, Cayman, Fiji, and when I can make it happen, Indonesia. For me, photography is a journey - a learning journey! It is something that truly brings me into the present, wherever I may be. Along the way I have had the good fortune of taking workshops with Dr. Alex Mustard, Erin Quigley, Jeff Cable, and Mark Strickland. I will be joining Adriana Basques next spring. Currently shooting with a Canon R5 and Aquatica set up. I love the mirrorless full frame. Once familiar with this new forum, perhaps I can share some images. Stay tuned!