Having immersed themselves in the digital domain (due in part to environmental concerns over film processing), Oregon photojournalists offer guidance for those ready to take the plunge. Pointing out that underwater photographers by default go digital when film images are converted to digital files, the Drafahls discuss challenges of underwater photo shooting, equipment needs, menu controls, and dive preparation. They address animal interaction ethics; photographing fish, reefs, and even oneself; and caring for and traveling with camera equipment. Web resources are listed. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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From camera selection to enhanced exposure, everything necessary to capture underwater digital images is available in this handy reference. Photographers will learn how to select, test, and use digital cameras for technically perfect images, adapt traditional photo techniques to underwater conditions, confidently shoot and light underwater images for great exposure, and remedy common problems that plague underwater photographers. Helpful hints on maintaining, cleaning, transporting, and insuring a digital camera are included. With full-color images that both instruct and inspire, this handbook provides information on every conceivable aspect of creating the right conditions for beautiful underwater photographs.
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