2013
Key events
Sony launched the a7 and a7R — the world’s first full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras — disrupting the DSLR-dominated underwater photography market. CITES voted to protect oceanic whitetip, hammerhead, and porbeagle sharks plus manta rays under Appendix II, a historic conservation milestone championed by Shawn Heinrichs. Nauticam introduced integrated electronic vacuum leak detection as standard on the NA-70D housing and released the Super Macro Converter (SMC), the first underwater macro lens specifically designed for in-water use. Canon’s EOS 70D brought Dual Pixel CMOS AF. 4K consumer video arrived with the Sony AX1E. The Blackfish documentary on orca captivity at SeaWorld opened to widespread attention. Alex Mustard won GDT European Wildlife Photographer of the Year with “Night Moves” — the first underwater image to win overall. Action camera maker Contour closed, unable to compete with GoPro. Adobe’s controversial shift to Creative Cloud subscription-only caused uproar before a $9.99/month photography tier calmed the community. Pioneering underwater filmmaker Hans Hass died. Eric Cheng pioneered drone cinematography for water sports. A study estimated 100 million sharks are caught annually. A landmark study estimated global manta ray tourism at $140 million, helping make the economic case for conservation. Abi Smigel Mullens was appointed as Wetpixel Associate Editor. Typhoon Haiyan devastated the Philippines. Wetpixel launched a major site redesign with a new “Full Frame” photo essay section.
January
- 2013-01-03: Eric Cheng announces Wetpixel whale shark trips to Isla Mujeres and Komodo expedition for 2014. ([1])
- 2013-01-07: Giant squid filmed alive at 2,950 feet depth, a scientific milestone. ([2])
- 2013-01-08: Nikon announces 1 J3 and S1 mirrorless cameras plus WP-N2 underwater housing. ([3])
- 2013-01-09: Sony embraces 4K at CES, signaling the company’s commitment to the format across consumer and professional products. ([4])
- 2013-01-29: BOOT 2013 show in Dusseldorf features Nauticam, Subal, Seacam, Aquatica, Hugyfot housings. ([5])
February
- 2013-02-05: Nauticam announces NA-NEX6 housing for Sony NEX-6 mirrorless at $1,650. ([6])
- 2013-02-11: Eric Cheng takes Lytro light field camera underwater in custom Nauticam housing during Wetpixel Ultimate Indonesia expedition. ([7])
- 2013-02-11: Alex Mustard publishes review of Subal ND4 housing for Nikon D4. ([8])
- 2013-02-12: Retra releases LSD Prime snoot at 349 EUR. ([9])
- 2013-02-18: Wetpixel launches major site redesign with new “Full Frame” photo essay section. Eric Cheng, Adam Hanlon. ([10])
- 2013-02-18: Our World Underwater 2013 results announced; Sam Cahir wins Best of Show with mako shark image. Judges: Alex Mustard, Vincent Laforet, Keri Wilk, Berkley White. ([11])
- 2013-02-19: Stephen Frink named Beneath the Sea Diver of the Year 2013. ([12])
- 2013-02-19: EUDI show report from Milan by Alex Mustard covers Nauticam, Seacam, Subal, Isotta housings. ([13])
- 2013-02-21: Nikon announces D7100 DX DSLR with 24.1MP sensor, no optical low-pass filter, and 51-point AF. ([14])
- 2013-02-21: Raja Ampat shark and ray sanctuary becomes law in Indonesia. ([15])
- 2013-02-25: Shawn Heinrichs premieres “Mantas Last Dance” film ahead of CITES vote. ([16])
March
- 2013-03-01: Backscatter releases AirLock vacuum system for underwater housings at $399. ([17])
- 2013-03-02: Landmark paper suggests that approximately 100 million sharks are caught annually worldwide. ([18])
- 2013-03-06: DEEP Indonesia 2013 results: Hamid Rad wins Best of Show. ([19])
- 2013-03-09: Nauticam announces NA-EOSM housing for Canon EOS M mirrorless. ([20])
- 2013-03-11: CITES votes to add oceanic whitetip, hammerhead, porbeagle sharks and manta rays to Appendix II — a historic conservation milestone. ([21])
- 2013-03-21: Alex Mustard publishes field review comparing Nikon D600 versus D800 for underwater photography. ([22])
- 2013-03-25: Google offers the entire Nik Collection free to Creative Cloud subscribers. ([23])
April
- 2013-04-08: Blackmagic Design unveils Pocket Cinema Camera at NAB: Super 16 sensor, 13 stops DR, MFT mount, $995. ([24])
- 2013-04-14: David Barrio and Luisa Quin win CMAS World Championship of Underwater Photography in Cuba. ([25])
- 2013-04-15: Adobe releases Lightroom 5 beta with improved spot removal and spot highlighting tool, valuable for backscatter removal. ([26])
- 2013-04-16: Abi Smigel Mullens appointed as Wetpixel Associate Editor. ([27])
- 2013-04-18: Sigma announces world’s first f/1.8 constant aperture zoom: 18-35mm DC HSM Art. ([28])
- 2013-04-18: Shawn Heinrichs captures unprecedented underwater images of orca vs. sperm whale battle off Sri Lanka. ([29])
- 2013-04-19: ADEX 2013 in Singapore; Drew Wong covers imaging equipment. ([30])
- 2013-04-29: Nauticam announces NA-D7100 housing, shipping from May 5 at $3,200. ([31])
May
- 2013-05-05: Nauticam releases NA-6D housing for Canon EOS 6D at $3,300. ([32])
- 2013-05-08: Adobe announces controversial shift to Creative Cloud subscription-only model, causing uproar among photographers. ([33])
- 2013-05-13: Magic Lantern firmware offers RAW video recording to Canon EOS 5D Mark III, enabling cinema-quality output from a DSLR. ([34])
- 2013-05-14: Nauticam releases its housing for the Panasonic GH3. ([35])
- 2013-05-21: Flickr’s CEO Marissa Mayer controversially claims “there’s no such thing as professional photographers anymore,” sparking debate. ([36])
- 2013-05-30: Wetpixel publishes review of Backscatter AirLock vacuum integrity check system. ([37])
June
- 2013-06-07: EU closes shark finning loophole, strengthening the 2012 ban. ([38])
- 2013-06-09: Adobe releases Lightroom 5 final version. ([39])
- 2013-06-12: National Geographic establishes its own stock photography agency. ([40])
- 2013-06-17: Study estimates global manta ray tourism at $140 million annually, bolstering the economic case for manta conservation over fishing. ([41])
- 2013-06-17: Sea & Sea announces MDX-D7100 housing for Nikon D7100. ([42])
- 2013-06-22: Hans Hass, pioneering underwater filmmaker and researcher, dies. ([43])
- 2013-06-27: Sony updates compact camera line with RX100 II (BSI sensor, hot shoe) and RX1R. ([44])
July
- 2013-07-01: Canon announces EOS 70D with revolutionary Dual Pixel CMOS AF at $1,199. ([45])
- 2013-07-03: Nauticam releases Flash Trigger for Canon cameras without popup flash, $220. ([46])
- 2013-07-16: Report from the 12th annual Digital Shootout published. ([47])
- 2013-07-29: Eric Cheng publishes aerial surf footage shot by quadcopter with GoPro HERO3, pioneering drone use in water sports cinematography. ([48])
- 2013-07-30: Documentary Blackfish opens in theaters, examining orca captivity at SeaWorld. ([49])
August
- 2013-08-01: Panasonic announces LUMIX GX7 mirrorless camera with tiltable EVF. ([50])
- 2013-08-11: Action camera manufacturer Contour closes its doors, unable to compete with GoPro. ([51])
- 2013-08-19: RED founder/CEO Jim Jannard resigns. ([52])
- 2013-08-22: Canon announces PowerShot G16 ($549.99) and S120 ($449.99) with DIGIC 6. ([53])
- 2013-08-22: Shark Savers and WildAid announce merger, combining two major shark conservation organizations. ([54])
- 2013-08-27: Sony announces multiple new mirrorless cameras and lenses including the A3000. ([55])
- 2013-08-29: Indonesia creates manta ray and shark sanctuary in Komodo/West Manggarai waters, 4,000+ square miles. ([56])
September
- 2013-09-05: Adobe introduces $9.99/month Creative Cloud photography tier with Photoshop CC and Lightroom 5. ([57])
- 2013-09-05: Sony announces FDR-AX1E, its first 4K consumer camcorder at $4,499. ([58])
- 2013-09-10: Olympus launches flagship OM-D E-M1 mirrorless with Dual Fast AF system at $1,399.99. ([59])
- 2013-09-13: Hong Kong bans shark fin at official government functions. ([60])
- 2013-09-13: Ikelite announces housing for Canon EOS 70D. ([61])
- 2013-09-19: Nikon announces AW1, a waterproof mirrorless camera. ([62])
- 2013-09-22: Adam Hanlon publishes field review of Canon EOS 6D with Nauticam NA-6D housing and Zen DP-100 dome port. ([63])
- 2013-09-27: Nauticam introduces NA-70D as first housing with integrated electronic vacuum check and leak detection system as standard. ([64])
October
- 2013-10-01: GoPro releases HERO3+ with 20% smaller body, 30% better battery life, and new SuperView mode. ([65])
- 2013-10-02: Untamed Americas wins Emmy Award for Outstanding Cinematography; Shawn Heinrichs and Cristian Dimitrius contributed. ([66])
- 2013-10-08: Nikon releases D610 full-frame DSLR at $1,999.99, essentially a D600 with new shutter mechanism addressing the earlier dust issue. ([67])
- 2013-10-10: Wetpixel Lembeh Macro Workshop begins at Lembeh Resort with 31 photographers led by Alex Mustard. ([68])
- 2013-10-16: Sony releases a7 and a7R — the world’s smallest full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. ([69])
- 2013-10-16: NHM Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards: Brian Skerry wins Underwater Worlds, Mike Veitch wins World in Our Hands, Alex Mustard commended. ([70])
- 2013-10-28: Alex Mustard wins GDT European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013 with “Night Moves” — the first underwater image to win the overall prize. ([71])
- 2013-10-29: Adam Hanlon publishes comprehensive review of Nauticam electronic vacuum check and leak detection system. ([72])
November
- 2013-11-05: Nikon announces retro-styled Df DSLR with D4 sensor at $2,749.95. ([73])
- 2013-11-07: DEMA 2013 in Orlando features extensive imaging coverage; Nauticam, Aquatica, Subal, Backscatter, GoPro showcase new products. ([74])
- 2013-11-12: Typhoon Haiyan devastates the Philippines; Wetpixel community organizes relief. Drew Wong. ([75])
- 2013-11-13: Nauticam releases Super Macro Converter (SMC), first underwater macro lens specifically designed for in-water use, 2.3x magnification, $480. Alex Mustard. ([76])
- 2013-11-27: David Doubilet profiled in interview about the world beneath the surface. ([77])
December
- 2013-12-03: Nauticam debuts NA-BMCC housing for Blackmagic Cinema Camera, bringing affordable 2.5K/4K raw video underwater, $3,600. ([78])
- 2013-12-17: Nauticam ships NA-EM1 housing for Olympus OM-D E-M1 with vacuum system standard, $1,850. ([79])
- 2013-12-18: Alex Mustard publishes field review of Nikon D7100 and Subal ND7100, calling it “Nikon’s best ever DX body.” ([80])
- 2013-12-18: Ocean Art 2013 results announced; Viktor Lyagushkin wins Best of Show with ice diving image. ([81])
- 2013-12-31: Gates announces DEEP DRAGON housing for RED Dragon 6K cinema camera. ([82])
References
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- Wetpixel article, Jan 3, 2013: Want To Swim With 300 Whale Sharks This Year ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jan 7, 2013: Giant Squid Filmed At 2950ft ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jan 8, 2013: Nikon Announces New Mirrorless Products ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jan 9, 2013: Sony Embraces 4k At Ces ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jan 29, 2013: Show Report Boot 2013 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 5, 2013: Nauticam Announces A Housing For The Sony Nex 6 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 11, 2013: Lytro Goes Underwater ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 11, 2013: Review And Field Notes Subal Nd4 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 12, 2013: Retra Releases Prime Lsd ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 18, 2013: Wetpixels New Design ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 18, 2013: Results Announced Our World Underwater 2013 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 19, 2013: Stephen Frink Named Diver Of The Year ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 19, 2013: Show Report Eudi Milan ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 21, 2013: Nikon Announced The D7100 Dx Slr ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 21, 2013: Raja Ampat Shark Sanctuary Becomes Law ↩
- Wetpixel article, Feb 25, 2013: Mantas Last Dance ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 1, 2013: Backscatter Releases The Airlock ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 2, 2013: Paper Suggests That 100 Million Sharks Are Caught Annually ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 6, 2013: Results Deep Indonesia 2012 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 9, 2013: Nauticam Announces The Na Eosm ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 11, 2013: Cites Extends Protection To Shark Species ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 21, 2013: Field Review Nikon D600 Versus D800 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Mar 25, 2013: Google Offers Nik Collection ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 8, 2013: Blackmagic Design Unveils Its Pocket Cinema Camera ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 14, 2013: Wetpixel Member David Barrio Wins Cmas World Championship ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 15, 2013: Lightroom 5 Beta Releases Is Imminent ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 16, 2013: Abi Smigel Mullens Appointed As Wetpixel Associate Editor ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 18, 2013: Sigam Announces 18 35mm F1.8 Wide Angle Zoom Lens ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 24, 2013: Shawn Heinrichs Captures Epic Battle Between Orcas And Sperm Whales ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 26, 2013: Adex 2013 Imaging Equipment Report ↩
- Wetpixel article, Apr 29, 2013: Nauticam Announces The Na D7100 Housing ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 5, 2013: Product Release Nauticam Housing For Eos 6d ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 8, 2013: Adobe Creates A Furore Over Its Creative Cloud Plans ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 13, 2013: Magic Lantern Offers Raw Recording To Eos 5d Mk Iii ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 14, 2013: Nauticam Releases Its Housing For The Gh3 ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 21, 2013: Flickr No Such Thing No Such Thing As Professional Photographers Anymore ↩
- Wetpixel article, May 30, 2013: Review Backscatter Airlock Vacuum Integrity Check System ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 7, 2013: Eu Closes Finning Loophole ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 9, 2013: Adobe Releases Lightroom 5 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 12, 2013: National Geographic Establishes Stock Agency ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 17, 2013: New Study Estimates Manta Ray Tourism At 140 Million ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 17, 2013: Sea Sea Announces The Mdx D7100 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 22, 2013: R.I.P. Hans Hass ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jun 27, 2013: Sony Updates Its Top End Compact Cameras ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jul 1, 2013: Canon Announces The Eos 70d ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jul 3, 2013: New Product Nauticam Flash Trigger For Canon ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jul 16, 2013: Report From The Digital Shootout Published ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jul 29, 2013: Aerial Surf Footage From A Quadcopter ↩
- Wetpixel article, Jul 30, 2013: Blackfish Opens In Theaters On Friday ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 1, 2013: Panasonic Announces The Lumix Gx7 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 11, 2013: Contour Closes Its Doors ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 19, 2013: Red Ceo Resigns ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 22, 2013: Canon Announces 4 New Compact Models ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 22, 2013: Shark Savers And Wild Aid To Merge ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 27, 2013: Sony Announces Mirrorless New Cameras And Lenses ↩
- Wetpixel article, Aug 29, 2013: Indonesia Creates New Manta Ray Sanctuary ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 5, 2013: Adobe Revises Creative Cloud Offering For Photographers ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 5, 2013: Sony Announces 4k Handycam ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 10, 2013: Olympus Launches Flagship Om D E M1 Camera ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 13, 2013: Hong Kong Bans Shark Fin At Official Functions ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 13, 2013: Ikelite Announces Housing For Canon Eos 70d ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 19, 2013: Nikon Announces Aw1 Underwater Camera ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 22, 2013: Field Review Canon Eos 6d Na 6d Housing And Zen Dp 100 Port ↩
- Wetpixel article, Sep 27, 2013: Nauticam Introduces The Na 70d Housing ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 1, 2013: Gopro Releases The Hero3 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 2, 2013: Untamed Americas Receives Emmy Award ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 8, 2013: Nikon Unveils The D610 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 10, 2013: Trip Thread For Wetpixel Lembeh Macro Workshop ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 16, 2013: Sony Releases The A7 And A7r Cameras ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 16, 2013: Nhm Wildlife Photographer Of The Year Awards ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 28, 2013: The Making Of An Image Night Moves By Alex Mustard ↩
- Wetpixel article, Oct 29, 2013: Review Nauticam Electronic Vacuum Check And Leak Detection System ↩
- Wetpixel article, Nov 5, 2013: Nikon Announces The Df Slr ↩
- Wetpixel article, Nov 7, 2013: Wetpixel Dema Reports 2013 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Nov 12, 2013: Relief Plea For The Philippines ↩
- Wetpixel article, Nov 13, 2013: Nauticam Releases Super Macro Conversion Lens ↩
- Wetpixel article, Nov 27, 2013: David Doubilet On The World Beneath The Surface ↩
- Wetpixel article, Dec 3, 2013: Nauticam Debuts Their Housing For The Blackmagic Cinema Camera ↩
- Wetpixel article, Dec 17, 2013: Nauticam Announces Housing For Om D E M1 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Dec 18, 2013: Field Review Nikon D7100 And Subal Nd7100 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Dec 18, 2013: Results Ocean Art Contest 2013 ↩
- Wetpixel article, Dec 31, 2013: Gates Announces Deep Dragon ↩
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