Does anyone think I could use the red gel as a filter on my GoPro for underwater videos?
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If you cut it down sure! They are pretty big. Why would you like to use a red gel underwater?
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It should work. I cut a piece out and put it inside my goggles for laser work. It is pretty clear, but it will scratch easily.
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I use my GoPros to film underwater on a downrigger. I tried the new case only one time, as it leaked from the bezel at less than 85 feet. The good news as stated, if you have a regular 3 Black, is that the new camera will fit into the old housing. I have had my 3 Black camera down to 195 feet, and believe it or not, there was enough light to see what was going on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXSgMSmyfOM And here is some footage in clearer water over 100 feet deep. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRPbdCpXzTQ
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It works well for scuba diving. I prefer the video quality to the GoPro and Contour because of the video stabilization. You will need to purchase the ADA-RD1 with the flat port for underwater. Happy shooting
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My guess is no because the GoPro shoots in an odd codec of MP4. I typically have to convert this in Final Cut or it makes my computer choke.
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I'm not sure about the weight of that model. I gather that just one of these floats could have held up 2 GoPro Hero3s. Since they send you two of them, maybe you could attach them both if the Nikon is a heavier model. They really don't seem to get in the way of shooting. I'm using them all the time around water now. I never realized just how fast a cam will sink if dropped.
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No it has a built in red filter electronically for taking pictures underwater.
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Hi Mr. Stevens,For better videos and photos, it is recommended to use a red filter at depths below 25/30 feet in order to bring the warm colors back. You should be able to press the buttons on the Sport HD camera even with gloves on.Thanks,William
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I would suggest adding the filter. Please let me know if you get better results and if you are able to capture footage. Ciao.
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First of all sorry my poor English, second, I don't think you can consider a GoPro similar a DSLR camera. With GoPro you have a fish eye (a lot of distortion) to do a portrait or a family photo for example. In my opinion if you don't practice a sport or don't have necessity to take the camera underwater you have to consider to buy a regular camera like a DSLR or a similar one. Best regards and good look!
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Good question. I do free diving and 10 meters presents no problem. Its seal is super water tight. What I don't know is what the depth limit is. I'd write to GoPro about that. They should know.
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It depends which type of housing you have for the GoPro. Amazon doesn't have this listed on the advertisement but this filter is strictly for the dive housing which isn't standard with the GoPro, if you purchased the specialized dive housing then yes it will fit. If you have the standard housing that comes with the GoPro, then no it will not fit. I learned the hard way and ended up returning this item.
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Mmmmm...never thought of that. My husband has a GoPro and got a different extension that telescopes but did not use it under water. Sorry I could not be more of a help
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I use it on my Hero 3 works great. No you don't need another filter. Make sure you tighten securely and check occassionally
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I used it while scuba diving and it was fine. Water will of course get in and it needs to be rinsed after use in salt water especially. Stability with a GoPro was fine under water. On land it might start to rotate after a while but if that happens you can slightly press the pole so it will become oval and then it won't rotate anymore. I recommend it.
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have used it with success but not with a filter don't know if the camera would fit with a filter on... set your camera on underwater...took a ton of pics with it in Hawaii.
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I use a Red Polarizing filter for dive, no for surf. I put the filter in the water,and check for bubbles before attach it.
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I suggest getting the flat lens housing. You get better video above and below water and the filters will help with color underwater, lights are really the best though.