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July 10, 2026
On this week's list:
Why TTL is a major advantage in underwater wide angle photography and how to maximize the impact of compact strobes like the Ecko Fiber. Ken Kiefer shows off what the new Canon RF 7-14mm fisheye lens is capable of underwater. For photographers like Jess Backer, the OM System TG-7 and FCON-T02 lens offer unmatched versatility. Sara Foszcz highlights the smaller wonders of the ocean.
1. Wide Angle TTL Underwater with Ecko Fiber Strobes and the OM TG-7 [VIDEO]
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A great compact wide angle TTL system used to be the unicorn of underwater photography. But not anymore. Steve explains why TTL strobe exposure can be a major advantage in underwater wide angle photography and how to maximize the impact of compact strobes.
LEARN MORE: Wide Angle TTL Underwater with Ecko Fiber Strobes and the OM TG-7 [VIDEO]
2. Canon R5 II with Canon RF 7-14mm Fisheye Lens Underwater Results

Ken Kiefer took the new Canon RF 7-14mm Fisheye Lens underwater to put it to the test in a variety of settings from tropical waters to the fast-paced action of a competition swimming pool.
SEE MORE: Canon R5 II with Canon RF 7-14mm Fisheye Lens Underwater Results
3. Featured Customers | Jess Backer The Versatility of the OM System TG-7

Jess Backer is a photographer and founder of Under the Sea Photography. She appreciates showing off the versatility of the underwater world on the dynamic OM System TG-7 and FCON-T02 system.
SEE MORE: Featured Customers | Jess Backer The Versatility of the OM System TG-7
4. Featured Customers | Sara Foszcz The Smaller Wonders

Wisconsin-based photographer Sara Foszcz loves diving the Caribbean and photographing the smaller wonders in the ocean with her Nikon Z6 and Ikelite DS TTL Strobes.
SEE MORE: Featured Customers | Sara Foszcz The Smaller Wonders
What we're reading
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