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How To Take ‘Split-Landscape’ Photos On A Budget
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How To Take ‘Split-Landscape’ Photos On A Budget

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I love photography and I love the ocean. I had seen split-landscape photos (also knows as half and halfs or over-unders) for the last few years but was discouraged from ever taking them because I knew how much money it would take to buy the necessary gear. Or so I thought…

Below is a basic guide that will explain how these photos are taken and the simple gear required to capture your own beautiful images!

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    I thought it would cost a fortune in camera equipment to take these photos. Thankfully, I was wrong

    What you’ll need: GoPro + Underwater housing ($200-500), Camera Dome from GoWorx ($300), Camera Handle ($20), Anti Fog Insert ($1)

    All set up! The handle isn’t required but helps with stabilization

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    The alternative can cost anywhere from $1500-3000 for the dome alone

    Start off by practicing in a swimming pool

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    It’s much easier to keep the dome level and above the water when there aren’t waves

    The most challenging aspect can be keeping the top of your dome clear of water spots

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    When at the pool, it’s easy enough to dry off the dome with a paper towel

    Keep your dome “spot free” using baby soap

    This is a common method often used by scuba divers to keep their googles clear

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    And that’s it! Go capture some beautiful photos!

    Once you figure out the basics, it’s possible for anyone to take beautiful underwater photos

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    All of the photos in this article were taken on my first day with the dome

    Hope to see some from you soon!

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    VivianeKatz
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was thinking the same thing - it's not dirt cheap. The prices sound mid-range to me-- fine for a middle-class hobbyist with no major financial commitments, but pretty steep for someone with constraints (low salary or with major expenses such as a family/mortgage/student loans, etc.).

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    PaparazSea
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    USD500-USD800 aint on a budget, you can DIY by buying china made security dome cameras and make your own dome, and a sub USD100 SJ4000 will do the job :).... BUT, amazing pics, really good ones man

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    VivianeKatz
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was thinking the same thing - it's not dirt cheap. The prices sound mid-range to me-- fine for a middle-class hobbyist with no major financial commitments, but pretty steep for someone with constraints (low salary or with major expenses such as a family/mortgage/student loans, etc.).

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    PaparazSea
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    USD500-USD800 aint on a budget, you can DIY by buying china made security dome cameras and make your own dome, and a sub USD100 SJ4000 will do the job :).... BUT, amazing pics, really good ones man

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