having driven a dive boat in the north sound at night when a instructor there in the 90's, seeing a GPS in your video made me suddenly a bit jealous... but, only completely wrecked one prop in 5 years, so there is that. Nice to see Sandbar without 500 folks there.. LOL
Good video, nice photos. I have 2 Olympus cameras my self, and a third one on its way now. It's nice to see Olympus in some of these too, and some nice shots with them.
Jason first of all I really enjoy watching your videos. When I was In the Caymans in July Chris was my captain for my dive (with Ambassador)and later our guide to Stingray City; he spoke of his friend the photographer and told me about the work you do with sharks. Tell Chris thanks but that his shark stories didn't help convince my daughter (Isabel) to dive.
This is awesome man! Thank you so much for the video, I really enjoy all of them Two questions = do you set your ISO as auto? I use an APS-C (Sony a6000) on a housing designed for it... don't have lights yet and I know I want to focus on video rather than photo. Would you upgrade the camera so that I can capture 4K video (a6000 doesn't) or would you recommend I get good lights instead and just focus on learning how to get good videos first? Thanks!!!! I know its a long comment :)
Hi Edwin, while I'm a fan of full-frame cameras, your APS-C sensor will be fine to learn on. As for auto ISO, you'll need to be careful when entering dark environments. Auto ISO will sacrifice everything to zero out your light meter, which can have some pretty terrible outcomes on video underwater. Most everyone will advise shooting video with a 180-degree shutter. The reason for this is to avoid rolling shutter. Because we're typically moving slowly while shooting underwater video, I don't actually worry about this. Try and keep your ISO as low or near-native as possible. You can gain light by slowing the shutter speed or opening up the lens. You might even need a combination of both. After you try that and still need more light, up the ISO:-)
@@CaymanJason Thank you so much for answering both of my questions Jason, I appreciate your time. Wish you happy holidays and keep doing what you do, it really makes a difference for many of us ;)
Jason - great viseo with some fantastic tips. Your images and style are fantastic.Quick question - earlier in the comments you mentioned using RainX on the dome to repell drops. Are there any ill-effects on the glass? I wanted to be sure before I made a $1,400 rookie error.Thank you,Roger
Hi Roger, I've used it without issue many times. Having said that, I know a few manufacturers that specifically say not to use it. At the end of the day, it's not that great of a help. When shooting over/unders, I'll continually re-wet the dome port, shooting as soon as the water sheds off the port. It's never gonna be perfectly dry, but this method will give you the best result. You'll likely have to remove some water spots in post.
Been a diver for year, just getting into underwater photography. I was talking with a coworker about over/under pics and he mentioned he was having problems with water bubbles on the over part of the shot. I have not tried this technique, yet... and we are both using "intro cameras" (Olympus TG series). I think he said he was shooting with a flat lens vice a wide angle... Any suggestions?
Two things, it's going to be much easier using a dome port and a wide lens. Unless you're in super flat water, it's difficult to get a good over under with the little surface area found on a flat port. The other suggestion is try using a product like RainX.This will help the water run smoothly off the port:-)
Thanks for the kind words Chris! I've never shot in kelp, it's on the list though! I'm super jealous of some of the dive sites you guys have over there:-) I can definitely help with the low visibility. My style of ambient light lends its self well to low viz photography. Without artificial light, the suspended particles in the water "turbidity" don't get any additionaly illumination beyond the ambient light source, leaving behind a less noisy image. You may also shoot lights in low viz situations, just make sure your strobes are NOT forward facing. Point them off at an angle. When you fire forward facing strobes, particles directly in front of the lens are illuminated on their lens side, making them easily seen through your cameras lens.
Great video Jason, nice info. I have a question about the lens reflections, any tips on avoiding them when you want to shoot into a sunrise/set? I get really bad reflections with my setup shooting into the sun. Only just found your channel but I'm loving it!!!
I'm afraid you're going to get reflections when shooting into the sun. You can fix it in post but that's likely not the answer you're in search of...Depending on your setup, you may be able to use a black marker to color any lettering on your lens or focus gears that are illuminated by the sun light. Thanks for the kind words by the way, I appreciate it:-)
CaymanJason ahh ok, yeah I was hoping for a magic bullet fix for it but I guess you can’t beat the laws of physics. The other things I need to try is making a cloth/neoprene ring to absorb the light. Thanks heaps for replying Jason 🤙
having driven a dive boat in the north sound at night when a instructor there in the 90's, seeing a GPS in your video made me suddenly a bit jealous... but, only completely wrecked one prop in 5 years, so there is that.
Nice to see Sandbar without 500 folks there.. LOL
Awesome photographs from you all
The first image was extremely powerful
This is insanely awesome to see. What a piece of art! 😍
Love this thanks Jason!
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Good video, nice photos. I have 2 Olympus cameras my self, and a third one on its way now. It's nice to see Olympus in some of these too, and some nice shots with them.
Jason, thanks for the great video. We are headed to LCBR next week. Getting the rigs ready for the walls. Maybe we will see you in the water
You might indeed!!
Jason first of all I really enjoy watching your videos. When I was In the Caymans in July Chris was my captain for my dive (with Ambassador)and later our guide to Stingray City; he spoke of his friend the photographer and told me about the work you do with sharks. Tell Chris thanks but that his shark stories didn't help convince my daughter (Isabel) to dive.
Lol, will do:-) Maybe next time!
Love this calm and so nice presented! Great man!
Wow! Jason! Get ready for a million subscribers! Great production!
Did that guy Chase say he’s shooting with a t2i? His underwater gear costs probably 20 times more than his camera alone! Wow!!
This is awesome man! Thank you so much for the video, I really enjoy all of them Two questions = do you set your ISO as auto? I use an APS-C (Sony a6000) on a housing designed for it... don't have lights yet and I know I want to focus on video rather than photo. Would you upgrade the camera so that I can capture 4K video (a6000 doesn't) or would you recommend I get good lights instead and just focus on learning how to get good videos first? Thanks!!!! I know its a long comment :)
Hi Edwin, while I'm a fan of full-frame cameras, your APS-C sensor will be fine to learn on. As for auto ISO, you'll need to be careful when entering dark environments. Auto ISO will sacrifice everything to zero out your light meter, which can have some pretty terrible outcomes on video underwater.
Most everyone will advise shooting video with a 180-degree shutter. The reason for this is to avoid rolling shutter. Because we're typically moving slowly while shooting underwater video, I don't actually worry about this. Try and keep your ISO as low or near-native as possible. You can gain light by slowing the shutter speed or opening up the lens. You might even need a combination of both. After you try that and still need more light, up the ISO:-)
@@CaymanJason Thank you so much for answering both of my questions Jason, I appreciate your time. Wish you happy holidays and keep doing what you do, it really makes a difference for many of us ;)
Focus on your face at :26-:41. LOL! Just mess'n with ya! Great video! Thanks for sharing.
Lol, early mornings are my favorite:-/
Great video
Jason - great viseo with some fantastic tips. Your images and style are fantastic.Quick question - earlier in the comments you mentioned using RainX on the dome to repell drops. Are there any ill-effects on the glass? I wanted to be sure before I made a $1,400 rookie error.Thank you,Roger
Hi Roger, I've used it without issue many times. Having said that, I know a few manufacturers that specifically say not to use it. At the end of the day, it's not that great of a help. When shooting over/unders, I'll continually re-wet the dome port, shooting as soon as the water sheds off the port. It's never gonna be perfectly dry, but this method will give you the best result. You'll likely have to remove some water spots in post.
@@CaymanJason Thank you! You are a great help.
If - or when - I get to Cayman, I will definitely look you up.
Thank you again.
Been a diver for year, just getting into underwater photography. I was talking with a coworker about over/under pics and he mentioned he was having problems with water bubbles on the over part of the shot. I have not tried this technique, yet... and we are both using "intro cameras" (Olympus TG series). I think he said he was shooting with a flat lens vice a wide angle... Any suggestions?
Two things, it's going to be much easier using a dome port and a wide lens. Unless you're in super flat water, it's difficult to get a good over under with the little surface area found on a flat port. The other suggestion is try using a product like RainX.This will help the water run smoothly off the port:-)
Thanks@@CaymanJason. Passed on the info. ~B
Thank you for sharing; very inspiring and informative! I mostly dive in the fridged waters of Northern Cal. Any tips for shooting in low vis and kelp?
Thanks for the kind words Chris! I've never shot in kelp, it's on the list though! I'm super jealous of some of the dive sites you guys have over there:-) I can definitely help with the low visibility. My style of ambient light lends its self well to low viz photography. Without artificial light, the suspended particles in the water "turbidity" don't get any additionaly illumination beyond the ambient light source, leaving behind a less noisy image. You may also shoot lights in low viz situations, just make sure your strobes are NOT forward facing. Point them off at an angle. When you fire forward facing strobes, particles directly in front of the lens are illuminated on their lens side, making them easily seen through your cameras lens.
Thank you. This is very helpful.
Beautiful
G r e a t v i d e o 👌🏼 caymanjason
What is the name of the women throwing the anker, is she French?
lovely.
What camera you use to shoot this?
It's a Canon 5D Mark4
@@CaymanJason Great video! What lens are you using to shoot? Do you always use the same lens?
Typically I'm shooting the 8-15mm L series for still images but I often shoot a 35mm prime or or an 85mm prime, usualy for video.
CaymanJason Great, thanks!
@@CaymanJason Thanks for the reply. Would you suggest using a wide angle lens for photos only? not for video? What do you look for in a video lens?
Nice
Great video Jason, nice info. I have a question about the lens reflections, any tips on avoiding them when you want to shoot into a sunrise/set? I get really bad reflections with my setup shooting into the sun. Only just found your channel but I'm loving it!!!
I'm afraid you're going to get reflections when shooting into the sun. You can fix it in post but that's likely not the answer you're in search of...Depending on your setup, you may be able to use a black marker to color any lettering on your lens or focus gears that are illuminated by the sun light. Thanks for the kind words by the way, I appreciate it:-)
CaymanJason ahh ok, yeah I was hoping for a magic bullet fix for it but I guess you can’t beat the laws of physics. The other things I need to try is making a cloth/neoprene ring to absorb the light.
Thanks heaps for replying Jason 🤙
Great tips thank you...... Acton Water Stage and Scuba Services