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Should I use red filter underwater?

Should I use red filter underwater?

A Red filter is aimed at filtering the Blue color of the water and thus returning the red colors lost in the water. Most DSLR and Mirrorless camera shooters (or even advanced compacts) do not use a Red filter, unless going for a specific wreck dive or planned ambient light reef scene.

What Gopros are waterproof?

Yes, all current GoPro models (Hero8, Max, Hero7, Hero7, and Hero5) are all waterproof. They don’t require an additional case for depths up to 33 feet (10 meters), with the exception of the Max – which is waterproof to just 16 feet (5 meters).

What GoPro settings should I use?

The 6 Best GoPro Hero4 Silver Settings

  • Video Setting. The all-around best video setting is 1080p Wide at 60fps (frames per second).
  • Burst Mode. Choose 30 in 1 second or 30 in 3 seconds.
  • Time-Lapse Photo Mode. For a sunrise/sunset or normal cloud movement choose to shoot at 2 second intervals.

What does red filter do underwater?

Red filters compensate for the lack of red light in underwater scenes (since red is the first color to be lost when descending in water). A red filter is designed to be used in tropical and blue water, optimized for use between 10 and 80 feet. Best Use: Ambient light (no video lights).

What’s the best underwater filter for a GoPro?

If your favorite underwater subjects are about the size of a golf ball, the + 15 MACROMATE MINI is about to become your best friend. The Flip + 10 Close-Up works great for shooting subjects sized from soccer balls down to golf balls that are roughly 8-12 inches from the camera.

How big can a GoPro camera get under water?

Without corrective optics, GoPro HERO 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 cameras can only focus to about 1-2 feet underwater. The custom + 15 MACROMATE MINI design allows you to get within 3 inches of your subject so you can bring the tiny wonders you find to the big screen.

Can a GoPro be used in blue water?

Our recommended configuration for wide angle shooting in blue water conditions with your GoPro camera and FLIP9 accessories will have you shooting underwater video like a pro!