First time...

[bladephotog]

with the new Ike housing, 8" dome port and DS-50's for my 20D and 10-22mm. Much harder to push through the water than my A85 and housing. But the files are soooo much nicer.

I still have a lot to get used to with this rig. Mostly with aiming the strobes. I didn't have the diffusers on but they are going on next dive.

Being able to shoot RAW is much nicer. And I'm happy with my choice of wide angle. I do 98% of my diving here in the Great Lakes and I really struggled with this decision. The 10-22 is very wide and the zoom gives me a little flexibility. It's a tad soft at 10mm I think but not bad.

Here are some samples. While these aren't exciting I am excited at the possibilties. Can't wait to get in the lakes!

 

[alcina]

Great!! More please

 

[bladephotog]

Thanks. I have some wreck trips planned but not until late May. So until then, when you see sailboat, think schooner. And if you see limestone, think coral.

 

[Jim Ernst]

very nice job friend, keep up the good work!!!!!! practice practice,and soon your addicted,lol!!!!

 

[bladephotog]

Thanks Jim. However, I already am addicted. That's why I have a cabinet full of Ramen noodles.

 

[Chris Sawallich]

Great pictures!!! look forward to seeing more..

I just got my 20d running, and you are right, there is just soo many possabilities!!!! I have been swaying beteween glass, but I think you might have pushed me to the 10-22mm

 

[sitka diver]

What ever lens u use u will be happy...

 

[Diver Dennis]

Nice pics blade. I have an Ike housing for my Rebel XT and I use the 10-22mm as well. I have been using the 6" port but I've gotten my hands on an 8" now but no dives with it yet. The 6" had very soft edges but it looks like your 8" is much better.
You'll love the 10-22mm. I used it Micronesia in December and it is a terrific lens.

 

[bladephotog]

Here is my first effort at a split shot with the 8" dome port. I'm having fun with this setup.