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Type of Mask for Underwater Photography
Matt Dean, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Jupiter | FL | USA | Posted: 5:25 PM on 06.06.08 |
| ->> I'm going hiking/snorkeling later this month to Wikiwa Springs, FL. I'll have a pro water housing on a d200, and since looking through the view finder is hard enough while holding your breath and trying to keep some what still, my previous experience with a bulky mask made me think to ask if anyone knew of a good mask to use for snorkeling while shooting underwater. I've been informed that the low volume masks may be pretty good. Also, since were on the topic, any suggestions on fin choices. I'm looking at the short split fin ones, since I'll be using those to mostly boogie board or maybe shoot some surfing. |
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Michael Burns, Photographer
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California | Ca | USA | Posted: 5:38 PM on 06.06.08 |
->> Visit your local Dive retailer. Their store staff will help you in selecting correct snorkeling mask.
Important point in finding correct mask:
The best way to fit a mask is to find one that you like, and gently place it on your face, without sucking in. If, when you gently breathe in, the mask does not stick (with great suction) to your face, then you don’t have a good seal. If it really sticks to your face, requiring a significant amount of force to remove it, then you have a good fit. Remember to block off the back of your throat when doing this otherwise, you’re just letting air in through you nose.
Note: The mask should fit without the strap! The strap is only there to hold the mask in place! When tightening the strap, where it is placed on the head has lots to do with fit. If you feel it pinching your upper lip, lower the strap on your head. If it is causing pressure on your forehead, raise the strap. Do Not Over Tighten! This will cause a leaky mask, ring around the face, mask squeeze, and many uncomfortable problems.
Also if you are using this mask for scuba diving or snorkeling (what else, right?), the regulator and mask mouthpieces are large. When they are in the mouth, they can cause the ‘laugh lines’ or dimples on your faces to become more prominent, which can cause your mask to leak.
Good luck |
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Kenneth Jacobson, Photographer, Assistant
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Merrimack | NH | USA | Posted: 11:09 PM on 06.07.08 |
| ->> My suggestion would be to get a mask with a black skirt as opposed to a clear one. The black skirt is the underwater equivalent of putting your head under a blanket to look at your LCD screen in the daylight. |
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Brian Cripe, Photographer, Assistant
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Seattle | WA | | Posted: 2:16 AM on 06.09.08 |
->> The black mask skirt is a good idea - it's not really the equivalent of "putting your head under a blanket" with regard to the LCD screen, but it keeps reflections out of the mask and you'll see much better.
Look for a low-volume mask. I personally use a Oceanic Mini-Shadow (a frameless mask, which work well) and the Atomic subframe as well. Both are excellent. The nod to the Oceanic is that it is 1/2 to 1/3 the price of the Atomic. Either one will treat you very well. |
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