Nikonos Underwater Photography Print
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Saturday, 25 April 2009 14:36

 

The gulf coast provides plenty of opportunities for the underwater photographer. Wrecks, natural and artificial reef systems fresh water caves and thousands of dive sites mean you can easily find new perspectives and never before photographed scenes to fill your portfolio.
In years past, underwater photography, and photography in general were dominated by the 35mm format. The venerable Nikonos underwater cameras have dominated the scene for as long as I can remember and I still shoot a Nikonos V quite regularly. Today there are a multitude of choices in underwater cameras. The majority are in digital format and the relative simplicity of these cameras have opened up niche to many who would never have considered underwater photography when the Nikonos was the only choice.

Here is a discussion of many of the cameras that are available today. 		 
Nikonos V
 

Features:

The Nikonos V continues on as the most complete interchangeable-lens underwater camera system in the world. With five lenses from fisheye to telephoto, your photos will only be limited by your opportunities and creativity.

  • Oversized, highly visible controls are simple to operate
  • The Nikonos V system of lenses, flash cords, brackets and macro accessories are available separately
  • Provides TTL flash exposure control when used with optional SB-104 & SB-105 Speedlights
  • Camera will work without batteries in special mechanical-shutter setting
 
 
Nikonos Underwater:
 
Take a look at deals on new and used Nikonos underwater camera systems.
 
Nikonos Underwater Lenses
 
Nikonos Camera and Lense Accessories
 
Flash Accessories
 
Mounting Accessories

 

Specifications:
Lens: Interchangeable Nikonos bayonet
Format: 35mm Underwater (rangefinder)
Maximum Depth: 160' (49m)
Focus Modes: Manual
Focusing Range: Depends on lens
Exp. Modes: Aperture priority & manual
Shutter Speed: 1/1000th to 1/30th Second + bulb (1/90th second mechanical default)
ISO Range: 25-1600
Flash: Bulkhead for Nikonos 5 pin sync cord
Film Wind: Manual
Self Timer: No
Color: Orange
Power Source: Two 1.5-Volt A76 (LR44) batteries or (1) 2L76 (DL1/3N) 3V Lithium battery
Dimensions (WxHxD)
5.7 x 3.9 x 2.3" (145 x 99 x 58mm)
Weight: 1.54lb (700g)

Do You Need a Good Nikonos Service Center

If you have a Nikonos camera and it needs service your best bet is to send it to Southern Nikonos. These guys are Nikonos experts and know , absolutely, what they are talking about when it comes to a Nikonos camera. Visit the Southern Nikonos web site for information about Nikonos cameras and lenses.

If you want to maintain your Nikonos gear in perfect working order these guys have the knowledge and the skills to help you do that.

Are you ready to start shooting underwater video. Need new video gear, housings, parts, o-rings, cables, etc.
   
   
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