Johno1530

Hi, I have a Zen DP-100 that I would be willing to see. Message me if of interest to you. John

Thanks for the reply. Have you ever used divervision.com? They seem to be MUCH cheaper than anywhere else, but when I contacted retra they stated that they were not an authorised dealer and could be "counterfeit and would therefore, not be covered if they damage anything.

Thank you for the advise. I do want something to protect them in travel, I was thinking a neoprene cover but I cannot find one. I bought the LSD with the strobes but also have the backscatter MF-2 with Snoot as well. I think I will be selling the MF-2 shortly as I cannot take out use everything and I didn't really get on with it the 1 time I used it. I might buy the reflectors but will have to sell a few things 1st lol Going to be expensive with all these accessories lol

Thanks Tim, I think I will get the bumpers then and the sleeves as I'm deconstructed going to scratch them lol I had heard that the diffusers weren't necessary and nice for you to confirm 😊 Thanks again John

Hi All, I have just received my new Retra Max Pro strobes. Hats of to Retra for the ultra fast shipping and delivery. My question is, are the diffusers necessary and if so, which ones do people have or recommend? Also, I would like some protectors for the front of the strobes as I do not want to scratch them during transport. Can anyone suggest something or knows of a 3d printed alternative? Many thanks John

Looking to buy the below before I buy from Nauticam: Nauticam N120 30mm extension ring (Either mk 1 or 2) Thanks

Beautiful images, I'm not one for wrecks but that really stands out nicely.

The bottom is amazing 👍 love it.

I'm going to go with the Retra's as the Kraken are very long and I'll struggle to fit them in my bag.

Hi, Is this still available?

Hi All, I'm also looking at getting a Canon 8-15mm for my setup. Would the metabones mk I (Mark 4) do the trick or do I need the mark 5? Thanks

You can get the bouyance collars for the Kraken and I'm just looking at the Retras with the booster attached and they are negative 150g each, so the 300g of the Kraken are not massively heavier.

Thank you. I'm still very torn as the kraken's do look good, but they are very heavy and I would be adding a lot of weight to my rig (worried for the flying aspect). I have just flown with Qatar and they weighed my carry on in both directions 🙁. I wasn't that much over as I put a lot in jacket pockets before going up to the desk. The jacket weighed about 10kg 🤣 but they didn't even blink as it was in my trolley lol Airlines are getting very strict on it these days or I'm just very unlucky.

Hi Dave, Thanks for the reply. I already have the backscatter MF-2, I would like another set of strobes. I take your point though about the extra money being spent on something else. I really like the LCD screen on both strobes. The quality of light of the Kraken seems to be really nice as dkes the Retras. I only thought that from a macro perspective the Kraken maybe a little too big after reading what Alex Mustard has to say. Thanks for your advice, it's appreciated 👍

Thanks Tim, that's great to hear. The Retras are clearly great strobes and we're my initial choice and they weight about 500g last, which as we all know makes a difference when lugging dive and camera gear around the world. I'm off on an Alex Mustard course in June and want a spare set (will relegate my sea&sea strobes).

Hi all, I am considering either the Retra Max Pro or the Kraken KR-S160. I want a circular flash, as I already have the Sea&sea YS-D3'S which have a straight flash (will be a 2nd/spare set) I was leaning more towards the Retra but after reading some of the comments on a few threads on here, I'm not quite sure that the price difference is worth it over the Kraken strobes. I like the light spread on both strobes, and whilst price is not THAT important, it's always a factor but certainly not my main focus. I have the chance to get a brand new set of Retras for $2844 + 20‰ VAT ($3400) and that's with the boosters as well. Or, I can get a set of Kraken strobes (I don't use TTL) for around $1820. So, there is a fair bit of difference, which would mean I got get a better dome. I want the strobes for macro and wide angle shooting and have read that the Kraken may not be the best for macro. What are people's thoughts?

Thanks for the reply Chris. I only considered it as I like astrophotography as well, but underwater is much more important for me. I'm using it with the Sony A7r5. I think I will look at the canon 8-15mm instead. I have the WACP-C but I'm going on an Alex Mustard workshop in June and wanted to try some splits. Thanks for the abuse, it's appreciated.

Exactly why I cancelled my trip to Socorro Islands. Guess Mexico is permantly off the holiday destination list.

Hi All, Has anyone used the Sigma 14mm f1. 4 for underwater wide angle? I'm looking for a new wide angle lens and this is an option. I'm looking at using it on land as well. Thanks John

No probs

Hi, is this still available and do you happen to know if it's the newer version or the older one? Thanks

Thanks All, it would appear that it's getting worse and when I asked the dive operator for a current update, I got a standard response. I have decided to cancel my trip to Socorro as I am unwilling to get scammed and think it's better to just forget about Mexico, cut my losses and move on. It's a shame as I was really looking forward to diving there but not enough is being done to stop this practice. A holiday is supposed to be relaxing and all of this sounds anything but. I don't need the hassle. I will just look for somewhere else to spend my money.

I could but a TG6 or 7, but it would mean spending more money for something it I will never use again and I feel a bit reluctant as I have paid so much for my current setup and want to use it. I do have a Seafrogs housing & domes, which are far cheaper.

Yep, for sure and I cannot say that the scuba company have been part helpful. Just stock answers, nothing about what they are or have been trying to do about it. I have drafted some 'Invoices' but it's if they believe the prices. I really don't know what to do.

Hi all, Just got back from Sipidan and had a fantastic time diving. Scuba Junkie were fantastic and the diving was amazing. Saw a black Marlin but unfortunately, I wasn't quick enough on the trigger. I'm sort sorting out the finer details (Possible) trip to Mexico, flying into Cabo San Lucas and was wondering if anyone had any FURTHER information on the criminal camera tax on underwater housing since the last post. I have contacted the liveaboard company, but unfortunately, they haven't replied, which is making me question if I even want to go. I'm due to pay the final £3800 for the trip within the next week. I'm already in for £1700 (flights and deposit). I'm wondering if I should just cut my losses and cancel the trip and go to a country that doesn't want to scam me. Any new advice, issues or knowledge would be very helpful. Thanks John