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I have a filter that goes on the lens and a cover for the flash. I don't really care for the flash part. I prefer to use their flashlight. The goggles are cool so that you can look at the tank without looking through the camera. Helps you to identify the corals you might want to photograph.
It is, Mike! I just love it. Whe it doubles again you can try your hand at another half :)
There are a few shots earlier in the thread that were taken with NightSea gear. That enables the camera to photograph the coral's natural flourescence. It is really a stunning effect.
The white balance...
We have one of those too. He hasn't done anything worth being banished for (yet) so we keep him around. He's quite the conversation piece in the tank. Good luck, I'm sure someone will take him!
Clowns have a really good slime coat in general and will be the last to show (if at all). It is a good sign that the fish are clear more than not. Hopefully they'll keep fighting the fight and will be "ich free" in no time. Keep up feeding heavily and good water changes frequently.
Stan recommends Radium. Says that Radium bulbs on a PFO HQI ballast is a great combo. I personally have no experience with HQI nor radium bulbs.
I like the look and color of a Reeflux 12K bulb.
You can also check Sanjay's site for comparative PAR shopping with your specific ballast and...
We ran a Mag15 (Mag 12 with an 18 impeller) on our 120. By the time you have head loss that brought the tank to just about exactly 1200gph (which is what the standard sized overflows accomodate). This was when the sump was under the stand, so it was a fairly normal split configuration. My 120...