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The Fascinating World of Underwater Photography...
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Fascinating World of Underwater Photography Olympus Underwater Library Vol. 1 Disclaimer: While every endeavour has been made to provide accurate information, no liability will be assumed for typographical errors and omissions or technical inaccuracies. Concept, editorial and production: united communications...
What to do if a leakage is detected or the case breaks and needs repair Maintenance Olympus Support Taking pictures underwater has become easy! Olympus outdoor & underwater products Outdoor Cases Underwater Cases D-SLR Underwater Cases Further underwater accessories...
For scuba divers, an underwater case will be required because of the greater water pressure the cases will need to withstand. Underwater cases from Olympus are waterproof up to 40m or 60m* and allow the camera to retain its full scope of functions. Olympus offers at least one solution in every price and performance class for underwater photo graphers –...
Underwater photography tips 1. Get close – Less light is available under- 5. Stay shallow – Taking pictures at low depths water. This means you have to get closer generally yields better results, as more natural to your subject for optimal exposure. light is available and colours generally come With increasing distance floating particles out better.
Differences between photography on dry land and under water Light colour will be completely washed out. Bear in Because part of the light beams are reflected mind that if using the flash, the light must travel when they hit the water’s surface, less light is to the subject and back, thereby effectively available underwater than on dry land.
(such as an underwater torch) or, if available for your camera, an external flash unit. While various Olympus cameras can be con- nected to an external flash (if a corresponding underwater case is available), the option of using a slave flash is also available for models not having a regular external flash connection.
General shooting Most compact cameras today come with a stan- camera systems enable photographers to change dard zoom lens that’s able to deal with a good the lenses they are using to perfectly suit their variety of shooting situations. Besides sponta- specific needs.
Getting captivating macro shots • Use the appropriate scene mode on your Tips: camera, if available (many Olympus compact cameras have a special macro mode, some even have an underwater macro mode) • Take note of the minimum focusing distance of your camera and don’t go any closer...
Tips: • If available, use the appropriate scene mode on your camera (some Olympus models feature an underwater wide-scene mode) • Wide-angle photography should preferably be done on sunny days (more ambient light) Wide-angle shots are created by zooming out as far as possible (reducing the focal length).
Capturing fish and other fast-moving marine life Most fish are curious, yet shy animals. Fortu- Tips: • The subject should take up 2/3 of the picture nately, two basic things can greatly improve your • Try to approach fish from the front – they won’t chances of capturing them on camera: a) not be scared off so easily getting too close, and b) adjusting the camera...
Creative aspects The underwater world provides a great opportu - nity to give your creative impulses free reign. Due to the different possible light sources (natural, flash, artificial) the ideal framework is available for experimentation. When working with ambient light, for example, fascinating results can be obtained by photographing from the bottom up with a long exposure time –...
• Play it safe – never go diving on your own camera stores • Only use genuine parts Olympus Support Online: http://www.olympus-europa.com On the phone: 00800 - 67 10 83 00 If you cannot reach the number above from...
Taking pictures underwater Olympus outdoor has become easy! & underwater products Olympus offers a wide range of products and accessories to ensure that your underwater photo graphy experience is both enjoyable and successful. From outdoor cases for holiday needs, to underwater cases that fulfil professional demands in up to 60m depth, there is something for everyone.
(in combination with the respective underwater ports). Further underwater accessories For complete flexibility, Olympus offers a wide range of underwater accessories, including cases for external flash units and conversion lenses. * depending on the model...
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