Fisheye Lens Guidance

[SHC8981]

I have a fisheye lens and I've used it twice now--both times the pictures are awful--distorted, fuzzy. I do not believe it is the lens, I believe it is operator error . Can you (or anyone) please point me to a forum or literature or ANYTHING that might help me as I really need guidance.
Thanks in advance.
Sharon

 

[Doug - aka "Dogfish"]

Are you attaching it above water before you get in? If so, you have to remove it once underwater and get rid of the air bubble that is trapped. And the camera has to be set to macro.
http://www.sealife-cameras.com/site...anuals/Fisheye-Wide-Angle-Lens-IM_English.pdf

 

[SHC8981]

Thanks for the reply...sorry it took me so long to get back to you (thought I had posted a reply--but rookie here ).
The first time I used it I made the mistake of putting it on whilest on the boat. After terrible results and missed opportunities with 13 lemon sharks, I read the directions....urrrgggghhhh.
I did put it on in the water the last two or three times I've used it, but the results were lousy. I didn't not have it on macro, so I will read the link you sent me and give that a try.
Again, thanks for your reply. I really appreciate it. I've seen the great results this camera can get so I know it's possible.

 

[SharkDZ]

I've tried that also. Removed it underwater and replaced it. Camera set to Macro and still the same results. Any suggestions?

 

[justadyver]

what is the focusing range of the 1400 with the fish eye lens? will it focus if the camera is not set to macro or is it always be out of focus no matter the distance to the subject?

 

[SeaLife Cameras]

The DC1400 must be set to Macro focus or Super Macro focus when using the fisheye.
Macro Focus range is 3” to infinity and Super Macro is 1” to infinity.
You will find some helpful tips on the SeaLife website:
Product updates: DC1400 Tips and Technical Updates | Sealife Cameras
“Great Pictures Made Easy”, which is on the SeaLife website Technical Support section
The still picture and video mode each have their own focus setting.

 

[SharkDZ]

Pictures will still be out of focus and you need to turn off the Quick Shot setting. Shutter button pressed half way will give a green reticle if focused or red if not. Just setting it to Macro or Super will not resolve your problem. Once I discovered the solution by turning off Quick Shot, I have discovered new possibilities and camera angles. I think you should update the manual as owners are still having issues.