Overhead underwater pics with iPhone

[ReEfErAdDiCt]

So I was bored last night and started snapping some pics of my 50 cube. I always see photos of pics taken from above the tank that look absolutely amazing. Now I have been on the market for a camera to capture pics of my tanks, but I haven't found one I really like yet. Anyway, the point is, last night it was just me and my old iPhone 3GS. As I was snapping pics of some zoas, I found myself not being able to get just the right angle I was looking for. I looked over the top of the tank and said to myself, "man I wish I had a viewer or an underwater lens". That being said, I thought it would be a good idea to dip just the camera part of my iPhone just slightly into the water column so I could achieve the over the top photos lol well, I'm posting this thread using the very same iPhone I used for the pics, so I'd say it was a success lol check it out!

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The actual pics aren't the best obviously, but I wasn't expecting HD photos with this first gen iPhone. Not to mention its not meant to take underwater photos anyway lol I'm upgrading to the new iPhone soon but I'm thinking I won't try this with that one lol


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[Loki]

Yes it is impressive what breaking the water surface with the lens will do. I have a life proof case and take most of my tank pics with my phone completely submerged in the water now.

Not to jack the thread but here is an example.

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[ReEfErAdDiCt]

Ya I've seen those cases but my point was that I did it just by dipping the lens under water without a case lol not the smartest thing really but I had fun doing it! Nice photo by the way. What phone did you do this with?


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[Bartmmackey]

Cool stuff. How do you take pics without being completely blue'd out from your LEDs? I'm going insane trying to fig out with iPhone/iPad/ and p&s camera. Thanks. B

 

[ReEfErAdDiCt]

Cool stuff. How do you take pics without being completely blue'd out from your LEDs? I'm going insane trying to fig out with iPhone/iPad/ and p&s camera. Thanks. B

This was in my 50 cube with a 20k radium. In my 90 I have the same problem with the blue if I'm using a camera phone. Reef photography is said to be one of the most challenging feats for even professional photographers. I know nothing about how to get a really nice pic lol check out the photography threads for some ideas


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[Netta Fish]

I wrapped my I phone In plastic wrap one time. now I turn the main pump and all power heads off and get a nice glassy surface to shoot thru

 

[Mike J.]

Actually pretty good photos for an i-phone. I'll bet you'll be getting a new phone sooner than you had planned. I have a lifeproof case, but still haven't tried that. I have an Eshopps Super Spy, which is pretty nice.

 

[ReEfErAdDiCt]

I wrapped my I phone In plastic wrap one time. now I turn the main pump and all power heads off and get a nice glassy surface to shoot thru

Hey that's a good idea. I'll have to try it.

Actually pretty good photos for an i-phone. I'll bet you'll be getting a new phone sooner than you had planned. I have a lifeproof case, but still haven't tried that. I have an Eshopps Super Spy, which is pretty nice.

Ya I'll prob get the newest iPhone soon but I think I'll get a GoPro for my tank pics. I figure it's the simplest camera for the job. All the other cameras like canon or Nikon with all the crazy settings is just too much lol a whole other hobby in itself...and reefing is already a full time job




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[Mike J.]

You've got that right! I have a lot of things to take pictures of, but I'm photography challenged. Then there's fishing and gardening. I'm really trying hard to get better at photography. I used to be real good at photography, but that was before digital stuff. I still don't know how to play a video game.

 

[Dsdaley77]

Two other great cases I found and have been experimenting with.....
Look at this on eBay:

New Ultra-Thin Waterproof Diving Case Soft Protective Skin For iphone 4 4S 4G

http://bit.ly/YE4fns
$3.59 shipped

&

Look at this on eBay:

Blue Waterproof Pouch Dry Bag Case Cover For Apple iPhone 5 5G 5th 4G 4S 4

http://bit.ly/YE4miG
$3.25 shipped

I love the pics I get with my iPhone 4s.
You should get a macro attachment for close ups if you ever end up fully submerging your phone. Here's the macro lens and some examples.....
Look at this on eBay:

Detachable 0.67X Wide Angle Macro Lens Aluminuim for iPhone 4S HTC Camera DC72

http://bit.ly/YE4EGc
$6.43 shipped

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[oceanparadise1]

You are brave! I have the iphone5 so untill i get a lifeproof case this phone goes no where near the water!

 

[Dsdaley77]

Don't waste money on the life proof cases, get the bags or wraps then you can still use the macro/wide angle lens


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[Bartmmackey]

Considering Apple may soon do this to all devices....has anyone tried this?
Liquipel.com » Technology

Still have blue issues, but I look forward to hearing more iphone instructionals.