Finally - 40 Breeder Reef Journal/Build Thread

[Ziggy953]

@Jon,

Dump that out of focus pic. The tripod makes a huge difference. It did for me. When using it turn off auto focus and auto everything. Use the timer or a remote to totally eliminate any shake. The sharpness is incredible.

@Doug. I did take some HD video with my waterproof camera. The first few were just too long. I have that's a little over 4 minutes. I will try for about 2 good minutes this weekend and then post . I really like what I saw, but it needs some editing for the shake and movement (slow focus at times).

Look closely there...what he was taking a pic of was in focus.

 

[cmor1701d]

Ah, hydroids. That's what I get for not using my computer glasses on my laptop!

 

[mr_X]

those hydroids on the glass don't hurt anything.

 

[Saltwaterfishgirl]

Beautiful rook

 

[mfdrookie516]

I'm glad the only crazy person here is Cmor.

Thanks for all the kind words. Tripod should be here Monday. We'll see what happens then.

 

[redsea]

Here are a few more:

And, what I think are hydroids:

The Lawnmower looks great. I have made the decision to get one for my 125g tank. They are very cute-looking too.

 

[Saltwaterfishgirl]

I want some hydroids

 

[Ziggy953]

I want some hydroids

Careful what you ask for...you might get the kind you don't want...

 

[mfdrookie516]

I've found some white places on my corals (or at least, whiter than the rest) and have been a bit concerned. Trying to describe it to ziggy last night, he said it sounded like new growth that hadn't yet started to color up, but I want to be sure. So, here are some pics. This look normal to everyone?

 

[Saltwaterfishgirl]

? I dunno that. I have one with white tips



I dunno of you can see it here ill try and upload another one

 

[rebelyeller89]

I've found some white places on my corals (or at least, whiter than the rest) and have been a bit concerned. Trying to describe it to ziggy last night, he said it sounded like new growth that hadn't yet started to color up, but I want to be sure. So, here are some pics. This look normal to everyone?

Well I have a Birdsnest that has developed white bumps on the tips, kinda like your second photo. I just thought it looked like new growth.

 

[mfdrookie516]

Played around in photoshop with it a bit, didn't alter the color, but cropped it a bit and sharpened it. Maybe this'll show it a little better.

 

[mr_X]

Yes, new growth. Absolutely normal.

 

[mfdrookie516]

That's good to hear. They're all encrusting now, which I also understand is a good sign. It's so neat. I've been taking pics and playing around all day. My tripod will be here tomorrow, but I've found that pressing the lens against the glass works pretty well for stability. Here are some more I played around with.

Not the best in the world, but leaps and bounds better than my little P&S would do. I'll get it figured out one day.

 

[Gboy66]

Very cool rookie! That is looking pretty good

 

[cmor1701d]

Pretty amazing pics there, and YES that is new growth. Congrats!

 

[Saltwaterfishgirl]

I wish i had a better camera! Wow! HD

 

[Ziggy953]

I'm glad I was right. Very nice pics!

 

[redsea]

That's good to hear. They're all encrusting now, which I also understand is a good sign. It's so neat. I've been taking pics and playing around all day. My tripod will be here tomorrow, but I've found that pressing the lens against the glass works pretty well for stability. Here are some more I played around with.

Not the best in the world, but leaps and bounds better than my little P&S would do. I'll get it figured out one day.

Those are awesome pictures! Great job!

 

[mfdrookie516]

Very cool rookie! That is looking pretty good

Thanks

Pretty amazing pics there, and YES that is new growth. Congrats!

Appreciate it. I'm VERY happy with the pics

I wish i had a better camera! Wow! HD

I'll admit, buying a new camera was not something I was looking forward to. But... I am so glad I did.

I'm glad I was right. Very nice pics!

Me too! And thanks!