Great info guys your detailed videos on the Tg-6 prompted me to buy the camera & housing, also ordered lights & snoots from you - can't wait to get started !
How about one more Part that covers the best settings if you don't have a strobe. I purchased an Ikelite dome lens with an FCON T02 Fisheye lens for my TG-7, but I don't have the budget for the strobe. Having settings for this setup seems like it would be really helpful to wannabes like me who are just starting out with underwater photography. Thanks for making great, high quality tutorials.
Hello. I would like to ask your opinion regarding questions about lights for underwater photo and video. I am an amateur photographer and use my material 70% for photography and 30% for video. I have been using Olympus cameras, compact, for about 14 years (TG-6 today). At the moment I use two Inons D2000 strobes, which I like a lot, and a X-Adventurar M2500 spotlight, due to the fact that it has Snoot, red light and auto-shut-off function. however, I am practically without light when I want to make videos. I have followed the new lights from Weefine (Solar Flare 12000), Kraken (Solar Flare Mini 12000) and X-adventurer (M8000 and M15000) for having the flash function and being able to add the ambient filters. My questions are: - Is it worth investing in these lights and let Inon flashes? - As an amateur, it is worth going for 12000 lumen or I can stay for 8000 lumens (in both cases I will buy 2 lights)) - When used in Strobe mode, do they imitate a constant light or is the light off? I ask this because sometimes, in photography, fish can escape when they feel the lights, which is why I use the red light of the M2500. - Using in strobe mode, will the M2500 still use the Auto-shut-off function? Which set would you choose to use on the TG-6, with 70% use for photography and 30% for video? I apologize for so much question. With my best regards, I keep your feedback, Heitor Amaral.
If I know the kelvin value of my lamps, setting the WB with that specific value is a good option to keep for a wide range of shoots with low ambient light? I see that there is an option in the TG-7 to set specific kelvin value.
Hi, you can either set your kelvin to the value of your video lights or you can capture a manual white balance to an evenly exposed, neutrally toned scene with your lights on (like sand, a grey scuba cylinder, bare rock). If you have more questions on settings, please give us a call at 831-645-1082 or email us at sales@backscatter.com
Just got myself a TG camera and I’m trying to learn by watching the videos. My question is do I have to do a full reset each time I use it? That’s where each video starts. Wouldn’t that erase the save settings in C1 and C2?
Hi, I would like some advice. I'm undecided whether to buy a Go Pro 12 or the Olympus TG7. What do you recommend? I would use it for photographing landscapes and especially for snorkeling. Can filters be mounted on the Olympus TG7? Thank you
If you are more interested in video, get the GoPro. If you are more interested in photo, get the TG-7. There is no need for a filter on the TG-7 because it can capture a custom white balance instead.
As macro lover, should I consider any macro lens or it does not worth investing in? I do not have clear if would improve macro capacities of my TG6. Thanks in advance.
That's the beautiful thing about the TG-6. There is absolutely no need for any additional macro lens. They add literally nothing to the capabilities of this camera.
The download is on our article which is linked in the description. Here is the link www.backscatter.com/reviews/post/Olympus-TG-6-Best-Underwater-Camera-Settings
Hi, we use a Joby GorillaPod 5K tripod with the TG-6 in the video. We also carry custom screws that allow the tripod to attach to our trays as well. If you have any questions or want tips on using a tripod with the TG-6 or the gear involved, give us a call at 831-645-1082 or email us at sales@backscatter.com.
"Save these settings for wide angle video to c1 and macro video to c2". Is there a way to save a third setting in case I want to switch to macro/wide angle photographs (not video) during the same dive?
There's not a 3rd custom setting slot available to save to, but you can always just go straight to that mode (in this case, Aperture Priority mode) instead of using the C1 or C2 positions and adjust your settings accordingly.
That's a Joby Gorillapod. Unfortunately we are no longer a dealer for them, but stay tuned as we will have a great underwater-specific option very soon.
Our tripod selection for this rig has since changed since this video was published. Give us a call or send us an email at sales@backscatter.com for the latest recommendation.
Leider keine automatische Übersetzung ins deutsche möglich. Warum auch immer. Alle anderen Videos gehen, nur das hier nicht. Warum? Bitte deutsche Untertitel hinzufügen!!!
These videos are absolutely fantastic! And the host makes them engaging. This has really helped me a great deal.
Thanks again! I re-watch all the time when I get a little rusty with my TG6 skills!
Great info guys your detailed videos on the Tg-6 prompted me to buy the camera & housing, also ordered lights & snoots from you - can't wait to get started !
That's our favorite thing to hear! Thanks for supporting Backscatter and remember we're always here to help if you need it.
Awesome Video!!!!!!!! Many thanks for your effort creating this tutorial!!
How about one more Part that covers the best settings if you don't have a strobe. I purchased an Ikelite dome lens with an FCON T02 Fisheye lens for my TG-7, but I don't have the budget for the strobe. Having settings for this setup seems like it would be really helpful to wannabes like me who are just starting out with underwater photography. Thanks for making great, high quality tutorials.
Thank you so much for these videos and their content, You guys are awesome 👏 👏👏.
We'll keep making as long as you keep watching :)
New TG6 all set up for Video, cant wait to hit the water in Mauritius in a couple of weeks time.
So informative & also applies to TG7
Thank you very much. Great tips.
Glad it was helpful!
thank you im learning allot
very nice info
Hello.
I would like to ask your opinion regarding questions about lights for underwater photo and video.
I am an amateur photographer and use my material 70% for photography and 30% for video. I have been using Olympus cameras, compact, for about 14 years (TG-6 today). At the moment I use two Inons D2000 strobes, which I like a lot, and a X-Adventurar M2500 spotlight, due to the fact that it has Snoot, red light and auto-shut-off function. however, I am practically without light when I want to make videos.
I have followed the new lights from Weefine (Solar Flare 12000), Kraken (Solar Flare Mini 12000) and X-adventurer (M8000 and M15000) for having the flash function and being able to add the ambient filters.
My questions are:
- Is it worth investing in these lights and let Inon flashes?
- As an amateur, it is worth going for 12000 lumen or I can stay for 8000 lumens (in both cases I will buy 2 lights))
- When used in Strobe mode, do they imitate a constant light or is the light off? I ask this because sometimes, in photography, fish can escape when they feel the lights, which is why I use the red light of the M2500.
- Using in strobe mode, will the M2500 still use the Auto-shut-off function?
Which set would you choose to use on the TG-6, with 70% use for photography and 30% for video?
I apologize for so much question. With my best regards, I keep your feedback, Heitor Amaral.
Please give us a call or send us an email at sales@backscatter.com and we'll be happy to help you out!
If I know the kelvin value of my lamps, setting the WB with that specific value is a good option to keep for a wide range of shoots with low ambient light? I see that there is an option in the TG-7 to set specific kelvin value.
Hi, you can either set your kelvin to the value of your video lights or you can capture a manual white balance to an evenly exposed, neutrally toned scene with your lights on (like sand, a grey scuba cylinder, bare rock). If you have more questions on settings, please give us a call at 831-645-1082 or email us at sales@backscatter.com
Just got myself a TG camera and I’m trying to learn by watching the videos. My question is do I have to do a full reset each time I use it? That’s where each video starts. Wouldn’t that erase the save settings in C1 and C2?
You only need to do a full reset once
Hi, I would like some advice. I'm undecided whether to buy a Go Pro 12 or the Olympus TG7. What do you recommend? I would use it for photographing landscapes and especially for snorkeling. Can filters be mounted on the Olympus TG7? Thank you
If you are more interested in video, get the GoPro. If you are more interested in photo, get the TG-7. There is no need for a filter on the TG-7 because it can capture a custom white balance instead.
@@backscatteruw thank thank vm
As macro lover, should I consider any macro lens or it does not worth investing in?
I do not have clear if would improve macro capacities of my TG6.
Thanks in advance.
That's the beautiful thing about the TG-6. There is absolutely no need for any additional macro lens. They add literally nothing to the capabilities of this camera.
I love backscatter content. The videos are an industry standard.
That said, Robin, you should get a better microphone! Yours has not low range...
Thanks! We've upgraded our audio equipment since making this video and are always aiming to improve our production quality.
Hi . Main quastion ! On video mode is possible to change shutter speed , for example HD 60 fps and shutter speed 1/120 . When will be TG- 7 Relase
Video mode is always auto exposure. There is no way to guarantee what the shutter speed will be in video mode. No news about TG-7 yet.
Hola ..podrías poner los subtítulos en español
Saludos y gracias
I would like to know where I can buy all this gear that u have mentioned as must have’s… if u suggest links to the same it would be great!
www.backscatter.com/brand/Backscatter/department/Compact/product-category/Packages
where is the download that you promised in tbe video?
The download is on our article which is linked in the description. Here is the link www.backscatter.com/reviews/post/Olympus-TG-6-Best-Underwater-Camera-Settings
Thanks 😊
What model or bRand of the tripod?
Hi, we use a Joby GorillaPod 5K tripod with the TG-6 in the video. We also carry custom screws that allow the tripod to attach to our trays as well. If you have any questions or want tips on using a tripod with the TG-6 or the gear involved, give us a call at 831-645-1082 or email us at sales@backscatter.com.
"Save these settings for wide angle video to c1 and macro video to c2".
Is there a way to save a third setting in case I want to switch to macro/wide angle photographs (not video) during the same dive?
There's not a 3rd custom setting slot available to save to, but you can always just go straight to that mode (in this case, Aperture Priority mode) instead of using the C1 or C2 positions and adjust your settings accordingly.
Which is the model of the tripod of the macro setup? Thx in advance.
That's a Joby Gorillapod. Unfortunately we are no longer a dealer for them, but stay tuned as we will have a great underwater-specific option very soon.
@@backscatteruw thx for the quick response
Can you send me a link for that tripod?
Our tripod selection for this rig has since changed since this video was published. Give us a call or send us an email at sales@backscatter.com for the latest recommendation.
Leider keine automatische Übersetzung ins deutsche möglich. Warum auch immer. Alle anderen Videos gehen, nur das hier nicht. Warum?
Bitte deutsche Untertitel hinzufügen!!!
Bitte schauen Sie noch einmal nach, wir haben sie aktualisiert.
@@backscatteruw
Perfekt. Vielen Dank dafür👍👍👍. Jetzt noch die anderen Parts zur Tg-6 und ihr seid dir besten🥰👌.
Sagt ein glücklicher TG-6 Nutzer.
감사합니다. 나는 많이 배웠습니다.
당신은 멋있습니다
나는 th6가 좋습니다. 나는 대한민국 수중잡지사에서 첫 응모하먼서 상받았습니다. 축하해주세요
나는 너의 조언을 받았습니다
그러나 어렵고 적용이 어렵습니다
나는 tg6의 접근성과 메뉴 접근성의 친밀도를 높이겠습니다