Beginner Underwater Photography Ebook

Beginner Underwater Photography ebook Part 1 - Selecting a Camera This ebook is aimed at those who are fairly new to snorkeling or scuba diving and want to take up Underwater Photography and not sure where to start. There are so many options available to you when making a decision about your first underwater camera. In this ebook, I re-affirm the key reasons why people want to pursue this photography specialty and point out many of the advantages & disadvantages of film vs digital including compact, smartphones, GoPro, DSLR and Mirrorless.. (and Yes! film cameras are still being used out there) The ebook includes practical info to help you when making a purchase decision and concludes with some useful references to further your education. Shoot well and dive safe! Jim

Still photography and videography techniques, including choosing the best equipment, using equipment to its full potential, and solving technical challenges. Full-color diagrams, tables, and charts provide easy reference for exposure settings and composition.

An introduction to underwater photographic equipment and techniques with a discussion of past, present, and future developments in the field.

There is an astonishing world just waiting to be photographed underwater. With marine biologist Dr Alexander Mustard as your guide you can learn all you need to know to explore the amazing creatures and landscapes that lie beneath the surface. From information about diving equipment and cameras, to crucial advice on understanding and controlling light underwater, this book provides all the background you need before you take the plunge. Topics covered include wide-angle light, macro lighting, ambient light and macro techniques

"In this long-awaited fifth edition of the best-selling book, Martin Edge continues to provide the definitive guide to underwater photography. The book covers everything from the basic principles, the equipment, approaches to composition and lighting, through to creating an individual style. The book features over 400 updated colour images - taken on numerous dives around the world - with an accompanying narrative that provides detailed information on how the shots were taken, their strengths and weakness, and how to fix mistakes. Practical examples take you step-by-step through the basic techniques from photographing shipwrecks, divers, marine life, macro images, and taking photographs at night. New chapters cover the latest equipment, processes and techniques including SLR Cameras, water contact lenses, mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras, micro four third systems, super macro techniques, motion blur, LED lighting and more. Packed with inspiring examples from global diving destinations and speciality chapters written by professionals in the field, this book is an indispensable masterclass for both the novice and seasoned underwater photographer"--