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  1. Ok here are some: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/schlffne45f8u5r/AAC3Aogu6nkMhHxdK8Jeyrh8a?dl=0 All uncropped, f8, Compressed RAW shot in 8 inch Aquatica Acrylic dome' HTH
  2. My apologies for the belated reply. I was going to do some more pool testing on the RF 16mm and also the RF14-35 and see how they do in a 6 inch dome port as well ( the previous ones were in a 8 inch dome) but the diving didnt materialise. So I had to revert to the old laundry tub test. I am happy to say that the 16mm is pretty darn good even in the 6 inch dome port! I have included a tub picture uncropped at f11. The 14-35 at 14mm is great in a 8 inch dome at f8' but in the 6 inch dome you need at least f11. The housing manufacturers are all over the map with their recommendations for port extensions for this lens in smaller domes for good reason. I tried multiple length combinations without finding a particularly sweet spot. Needless to say, the more you zoom in, the less of a problem you have. To answer your question about the lens profile corrections, it helps for distortion and vignetting but does not help you with soft corners.
  3. I had the opportunity to try the RF 16mm again recently at Sodwana in South Africa. The images are all uncropped and shot at f8.0. I still think my go to wide angle lens will be my 8-15mm as the corners are are definitely better. However the 16 is very acceptable imo for the center 80 per cent of the image. So for the dolphin dive it was great and very convenient being so small and light and not requiring any extensions. Throw in the very reasonable cost and you have a good reason to have it in your arsenal!
  4. Something else you may consider is Monocular correction. For me it has been the perfect solution and I have used it for over 10 years. My dominant right eye is fine for far vision and looking through the dioptric corrected viewfinder. My left eye has a mask correction that enables perfect closeup vision for gauges and macro critters. Here is a brief description: "Monovision may be an option if you need vision correction for both near and far distances. Monovision corrects your dominant eye to see far distances and your nondominant eye to see close-up ones. Your eyes and brain adjust to this correction to see objects clearly, regardless of their distance" This does not work for everybody but if your far vision is reasonable and not too wildly different from your closeup vision, it may be a great option. You need a two panel mask with your two individual prescriptions ground into the specific panel. in my case the left side is +1.5 and the right +0.5. I had tried readers in my mask but never really liked it and found that it is an area in the mask that can easily fog up. YMMV Good luck!
  5. Update: All sold except Canon 5DII body Sea and Sea YS sync cords (2) Howshot swing holder for Subal ports All reasonable offers considered
  6. Update 29th June 2022: 1. Subal Housing for Canon 5D Mk II with GS viewfinder: Subal CD5MII ( $2100 new) Subal GS 180 degree viewfinder ( $2000 new) Leak Sentinel V4 installed with pump Two N5 electric strobe bulkheads ( both on left side of housing to accommodate Leak Sentinel. Sea and Sea Y sync cord included to facilitate connecting strobes on both sides of housing Body handles, Ultralight mounts for strobe arms and spotting light, Subal moisture detector, spare O-rings and lubricant, manual Single owner, excellent condition, everything working U$1400 or $1600 if bought with Canon 5D Mk II body 2. Canon EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP body In excellent working condition. Includes battery, charger, 8 GB CF, body cap $300 ( or $200 if bought with housing ) 3. Subal 8 inch glass dome port DP FE2 for type 3 mount with dome shade, protective cover and port cap Clear glass with only minor scuffs that have no effect on image $450 REDUCED $350 Package deal for no.s 1 to 3 - $1800 4. Subal flat port FP-68 SOLD Type 3 mount. With O-ring and port cap. Excellent condition $100 5. Subal flat port FP-120 SOLD Type 3 mount. With O-ring. Excellent condition $125 6. Subal extension ring 15/3 With O-ring $45 7. Subal extension ring 20/3 SOLD With O- ring For use with eg Canon 8-15mm and DP_FE2 $50 8. Subal extension ring 50/3SOLD With O-ring For use with eg Canon 17-40mm* and DP-FE2 $60 *If interested in this lens and the required +2 close up diopter please contact me 9. Zoom ring for Canon 8-15mm $15 10. Zoom ring for Canon 17-40mm $10 11, Subal GS 180 degree straight viewfinderSOLD Makes the world of difference! $2000 new Easy to install In excellent condition. Eye cup, o-rings and mounting tool included U$400 ( REDUCED $350 ) 12,Woody”s Diopter for Subal flat ports SOLD For those of you old enough to remember! Easy to use, lanyard included. $30 13. Howshot swing holder for Subal flat ports For attaching 67mm threaded close up wet lenses. Securely swings out of the way when not reuired Lanyard included $40 14. Aquatica to Subal port adapter This hard to find gismo allows you to use your Subal type 3 ports and rings with an Aquatica housing $30 15. Sea and Sea YS sync cords Three in total $40 each or all three for $100
  7. A pair of ULCS triple clamps for sale, Gently used in excellent condition Description here: ULCS AC-TCS Triple Clamp – Reef Photo & Video $35 US plus shipping for both. If you send me your mailing address I will give you the exact shipping amount with Canada Post
  8. Heavy duty Aquatica 8 inch dome shade, Brand new in box. Description here: 18480 - Aquatica Digital $60 US plus shipping. If you send me your mailing address I will let you know exactly how much shipping is
  9. The Aquatica TLC Underwater Tripod with Tilt / Pan Head is an underwater technical lighting control tripod. It includes a pan and tilt head with large, easy-to-grasp knobs and an extended handle for smooth pans, tilts and tracking of moving subjects. All components are constructed from high-grade Teflon-treated, anodized aircraft aluminum. Built to withstand harsh marine environments and resist corrosion, the only maintenance this tripod will require is a freshwater rinse after use. Three 11" TLC double ball arm sections for support are included. These can easily be removed and replaced with shorter or longer arm lengths, depending on your needs. Arms are available in 8", 11" and 15" lengths. With just a single knob adjustment, you can make this tripod lie flush at sea floor level, bringing the camera as close to the bottom as possible for those hard-to-get ultra macro low-level sequences. The tripod's design allows for fast, accurate and spontaneous adjustments, so you can keep your eyes focused on getting your shots, without dealing with unnecessary distractions. The standard 1/4"-20 threads allow this unit to fit most housing tripod sockets. Pan and tilt head with large, easy-to-grasp knobs and an extended handle for smooth pans, tilts and tracking of moving subjects Constructed from high-grade Teflon-treated, anodized aircraft aluminum and built to withstand harsh marine environments and resist corrosion; no maintenance required except freshwater rinse Comes with three 11" TLC double ball arm sections for support In excellent condition. Has only been in fresh water a few times. No defective knobs or screws. I have added a lanyard that you can add some dive weights if required. Folds down to a small manageable size that you can easily clip on to your BC $125 US plus shipping. If you send a mailing address I can tell you exactly how much shipping will be with Canada Post
  10. UPDATE 1. Subal Housing for Canon 5D Mk II with GS viewfinder: Subal CD5MII ( $2100 new) Subal GS 180 degree viewfinder ( $2000 new) Leak Sentinel V4 installed with pump Two N5 electric strobe bulkheads ( both on left side of housing to accommodate Leak Sentinel. Sea and Sea Y sync cord included to facilitate connecting strobes on both sides of housing Body handles, Ultralight mounts for strobe arms and spotting light, Subal moisture detector, spare O-rings and lubricant, manual Single owner, excellent condition, everything working U$1400 or $1600 if bought with Canon 5D Mk II body 2. Canon EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP body In excellent working condition. Includes battery, charger, 8 GB CF, body cap $300 ( or $200 if bought with housing ) 3. Subal 8 inch glass dome port DP FE2 for type 3 mount with dome shade, protective cover and port cap Clear glass with only minor scuffs that have no effect on image $450 REDUCED $350 Package deal for no.s 1 to 3 - $1800 4. Subal flat port FP-68 SOLD Type 3 mount. With O-ring and port cap. Excellent condition $100 5. Subal flat port FP-120 SOLD Type 3 mount. With O-ring. Excellent condition $125 6. Subal extension ring 15/3 With O-ring $45 7. Subal extension ring 20/3 SOLD With O- ring For use with eg Canon 8-15mm and DP_FE2 $50 8. Subal extension ring 50/3 With O-ring For use with eg Canon 17-40mm* and DP-FE2 $60 *If interested in this lens and the required +2 close up diopter please contact me 9. Zoom ring or Canon 8-15mm $15 10. Zoom ring for Canon 17-40mm $10 11, Subal GS 180 degree straight viewfinder Makes the world of difference! $2000 new Easy to install In excellent condition. Eye cup, o-rings and mounting tool included U$400 ( REDUCED $350 ) 12,Woody”s Diopter for Subal flat ports SOLD For those of you old enough to remember! Easy to use, lanyard included. $30 13. Howshot swing holder for Subal flat ports For attaching 67mm threaded close up wet lenses. Securely swings out of the way when not reuired Lanyard included $40 14. Aquatica to Subal port adapter This hard to find gismo allows you to use your Subal type 3 ports and rings with an Aquatica housing $30 15. Sea and Sea YS sync cords Three in total $40 each or all three for $100
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