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S.U.P.E.R. Part 10: Exposure Marine SUBM3 MK2 Dive Light
In our ongoing series S.U.P.E.R. (Scubaverse’s Underwater Photography Equipment Reviews), Nick and Caroline Robertson Brown from Frogfish Photography review new underwater photography equipment, general diving equipment, and some older favourites too.
For the tenth instalment of S.U.P.E.R., Nick and Caroline take a look at Exposure Marine’s SUBM3 MK2 Dive Light.
Our Exposure Marine SUBM3 MK2 dive light has arrived for testing. It comes in a padded, and yet light-weight protective case that keeps everything together. For us, this is already a good sign. Inside you find the torch, its charger, instructions, allen key, a neoprene hand mount, a neoprene protective bag for the torch and a wrist lanyard.
The light is good looking and not too big and heavy. Ours is bright metallic red, although it does also come in black. It boasts 1800 lumens at full power and will last, at this brightness, for 2 hours. Refreshingly it also holds its charge whilst not in use. Straight away though, one of the features that we liked best was the option to use the torch at 3 different power settings. So while you are diving, if you want some light, but do not need full power, you can turn it down to Medium (150 lumens) or Low (50 lumens) and it will then last for a whole 24 hours! Whilst underwater, with the torch strapped to my left hand, these power settings can be selected by simply tapping the metal casing of the torch. As I am also using both hands to control my underwater camera, this is really helpful, as I simply tapped the dive light on the strobe arms to change the power and did not have to look down at any controls or let go of my camera to do this. Whilst we tested the SUBM3 in the lovely warm waters of The Bahamas, this is also a big advantage in cold water, with thick gloves on, when you do not want to be fiddling with buttons and switches. The display on the back of the torch lets you know what power setting you are currently in and how much burn time (battery life) there is left at this particular setting.
So for using underwater with a camera setup this is a great dive light. The hand mount is comfortable, and easily adjusted, and I could simply make small movements in my left hand to adjust the direction of the beam to light up any dark subjects that my camera might struggle to focus on. Of course, you can also use the Ultralight Torch Mount to mount this dive light onto your camera rig directly, or combine the torch holder with the INON Weight Plate to use it as a remote light on your photographic subject.
The SUBM3 is rated to 200m. It has no external mechanical switches so the risk of flooding this dive light is remote. There are no external moving parts to get clogged up with sand. Sensors pick up the fact that you are underwater, and switch the torch into its dive mode automatically. On land, there is a pressure pad style button that works so that this light can be used as a torch or a bike light. It is very well designed. Whilst this light was not specifically designed to be used by underwater photographers, it certainly stands up to the task. We also used it for a spot of modelling, with both of us using it as a dive light whilst posing for the camera. The SUBM3 MK2 will be a great addition to any dive bag.
For more information, visit www.ultimatesportsengineering.com/exposure-marine.
To find out more about Nick and Caroline and Frogfish Photography, visit www.frogfishphotography.com.
After a two-year tour of UK art galleries, community spaces and aquariums, the Shark Trust’s acclaimed Oceanic31 exhibition takes its final bow at the Royal Geographical Society later this month. And the unique collection of artwork, depicting 31 species of oceanic sharks and rays, donated by 31 artists, is now open for bids from art lovers and shark enthusiasts. The online auction, launched today, will close on the 7th December at 8pm (BST). The money raised will support the Shark Trust Oceanics Programme.
People can now bid on 27 of the artworks by visiting this website:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
It is a chance to own a beautiful piece of original art and to support the Shark Trust. The timing of the auction also means that these would make a very special Christmas gift for any shark-lover.
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- Bigeye Thresher Shark by Janina Rossiter
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- Carcharodon carcharias by Jimmy Higgs
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- Croc VR 2030 by Tom Mead
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- Oceanic Whitetip by ATM
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- Silky Street by ScapaJoe
The diversity of pieces mirrors that of the sharks and rays they represent. You can bid on paintings, digital creations, sculptures, mixed media and more. You can pick your favourite artist or species of shark. Or you can select the perfect artwork to make a statement in your home or office. Whichever you choose, you will be supporting the work to protect these amazing animals.
One of the pieces of art has been selected to be auctioned live by Steve Backshall at the For the Love of Sharks event at the Royal Geographical Society in London on the 29th November. In addition to this, two further pieces will be raffled at this event, giving people a chance to win an incredible piece of shark art. For the Love of Sharks is the Shark Trust’s flagship evening. A night to celebrate sharks. Steve Backshall is the headline speaker at this event that will see other prominent shark advocates join him on stage.
Tickets for the event can be snapped up here:
https://thesharktrust.org.uk/Event/flos24
Those that would like to see the Oceanic 31 exhibition have one final chance. It is being displayed at the Pavilion at the Royal Geographic Society from 26th November until the 7th December. Entry is free.
Find out more here:
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/oceanic-31
Paul Cox, Shark Trust CEO, Said “This exhibition has given us the opportunity to reach out to a new audience. And inspire more people with the wonderful sharks and rays on which our Big Shark Pledge campaign is based. We are immensely grateful to the 31 artists who have worked so hard to create these works.”
Bid for your favourite Oceanic 31 artwork here:
https://superstars-auctions.com/sharktrustauction
Banner Image: Smooth Hammerhead by Alicia Hayden
Cozy and warm in cold water.
It’s drysuit season all year round. With the new RS series premium drysuits from DYNAMICNORD, divers are perfectly equipped for all cold waters.
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The suit’s features leave nothing to be desired: A high-quality TiZip zipper, easily adjustable inlet and outlet valves, upgradeable with electrically heated underwear, HP bottleneck cuffs made of high-strength latex on the wrists, a 3mm neoprene neck cuff for maximum comfort, a 7mm hood with air outlet and 3mm boots made of double-sided, cross-layered neoprene with ankle straps and fin strap stoppers and a protective but very flexible sole.
Noteworthy is the Molle fastening system, which can be used in a variable and compatible manner. This way, the two detachable leg pockets can be attached easily, safely and comfortably.
Alterations of boots to a different shoe size or adjustments to neck or wrist cuffs are done free of charge at the own DYNAMICNORD service centre in Germany in only a couple of days.
The matching Dynaskins made with high-quality Polartec® technology are available in various designs. As an undersuit under the drysuit, as a single suit in warm waters or as a two-piece suit. Polartec® technology’s main features are neutral buoyancy, breathablilty and quick-drying.
Dynaskins are made largely from recycled plastic bottles.
The drysuit RS-351 for men and RS-352 for women are now available at your DYNAMICNORD dealer and in the online store.
Colors men and women: Black-Blue and Black-Burgundy
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