Most photos are taken with an Olympus e 520 DSLR camera, utilizing a variety of different Zuiko lenses. Ship Freakazoid prefers to buy quality equipment used and at bargain prices. The Olympus E-520 is capable of great shots and its body and accessories can be bought at very reasonable prices. Before you go out and spend a on fortune on the newest state of the art super expensive cameras, lenses, etc., consider buying older quality cameras and accessories used.
If you are ever in the Kitakyushu or Shimonoseki area of Japan, definitely check out the Kanmon Strait and the wonderful vessels that pass thru. This area has been declared a Marc Lowe Music Free Zone by The Uri Tenpo Movement, so your aural and mental safety is assured. Kanmon Strait Navigation provides an excellent English resource on the Kanmon Straits area. Check it out at:
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