Wetpixel/Under The Jungle Cenote Workshop 2021

Sony has announced the Alpha 7R V full frame mirrorless camera. It has a 61.0 MP sensor paired with a new AI-based image recognition system. This offers “rea- time” subject recognition of animals and insects. For video, it offers 8K 24/25p video, 4K video oversampled from 6.2K without binning, a high-efficiency MPEG-H HEVC/H.265 codec, and 10-bit 4:2:2 recording.
Luke Inman’s new book featuring the charismatic sea lions of Los Islotes is now available. It is profusely illustrated and contains a “how-to” guide to ensure safe and responsible interactions with these creatures, along with photographic and trip-planning advice.
Anglerfish Creative Lighting has announced that their housing for the Panasonic BGH1 4K cinema camera is available for pre-order. It provides access to all camera functions and uses a Nauticam N85 bayonet port mount. It has 2 M24, M16 and M14 ports and ships with a vacuum leak detection system.
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year announced its results at a gala event held in London’s Natural History Museum last night. It is now in its fifty-eight year. Congratulations to Tony Wu on winning the Underwater Category with his quirky image of a spawning sea star. Hearty congratulations got all the underwater photographers among the placings, and especially to the many Wetpixel members and friends.
Lembeh Resort is seeking an active and enthusiastic underwater image maker to run their Photo Center. Ideally located in the Lembeh Straits, the successful applicant will get to dive most days on some of the most productive macro dive sites on the planet. Please email with a CV, a letter of application, and a link to your portfolio to apply.
Abi Mullens, for Wetpixel, is currently in Madeira, Portugal covering the Underwater European Championship and 1st Madeira Underwater Photography and Video Open. Previously the CMAS World Championship of Underwater Photography and videography was held in Porto Santo, Portugal.
The 2022 Ocean Photography Awards has announced its winners. The winning image, of a surfer under the wave after a wipe out, was shot by Ben Thouard. Many congratulations to all the winners, and the many members of the Wetpixel community with images that are among the placings.