Finally, I've taken my first consumer grade underwater video setup into the open water recently.
I'm making the leap from shooting FILM slides using a Nikonos III or Nikon F2 in an Oceanic housing to this HDV Video setup. Lets just say its been a whole new learning curve. Especially the post production steps.
Here's a sample of my first crude video posted on the web:
Shot on a Sony HC7, in the Gates HC7/9 housing and using the Fathom WP25 port. I used the Sunray 1000 LED lights. Overall I am pleased with all the equipment, but what do I know.
Now be kind with your comments you "pros".. as this is my first attempt at this... 
The water here was not the best conditions for filming, er shooting, er capturing... Visibility was under 15 feet, some currents, cold water temps. The usual stuff.
I need to work more on exposure control, and of course controlling housing movement. And I've discovered that I need to order a perscription mask to better see the viewscreen. I guess I'm getting old...
I cant wait to get this rig to Bloody Bay Wall in the Caymans this fall!
