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October 27, 2024 by HAL
Florida is a great location for diving and photographing silky sharks, which are known for their sleek appearance and curious nature. Silky sharks are typically found in deeper waters, often around 100 to 150 feet, from late April to August. Many dive operators offer daily shark trips, making it easy for divers to encounter these […]
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October 25, 2024 by HAL
Wakatobi Dive Resort is known for its stunning reefs and rich marine life. Located in Wakatobi National Marine Park, it offers a wide variety of dive sites teeming with coral and creatures, including pygmy seahorses and clownfish. The resort follows a strict conservation code to protect these marine inhabitants and employs locals to help preserve […]
October 17, 2024 by HAL
Wendy Mitchell, this week’s featured photographer, explores the diverse marine ecosystems of Western Australia. She has spent thousands of hours underwater as a dive instructor and now lives on her sailboat, traveling over 10,000 nautical miles. Wendy believes in the importance of documenting the ocean’s beauty and its destruction to inspire others to protect marine […]
October 16, 2024 by HAL
SeaLife is launching a special gift set featuring the Micro 3.0 underwater camera and a free Sea Dragon 2300F photo/video light. This camera is beginner-friendly, equipped with a 16MP sensor, and shoots in 4K video. The Sea Dragon light ensures bright illumination, making underwater photography easier. The gift set includes essential accessories and is available […]
Nauticam has introduced the SMC-3 Macro Diopter Lens, a lightweight version of its predecessor. This new lens offers a maximum magnification of 2.4x for underwater photography, designed for full-frame cameras with long macro lenses. It’s one-third the weight of the earlier model and maintains high optical quality. The lens allows for a greater working distance, […]
October 15, 2024 by HAL
Puget Sound is home to unique underwater creatures, especially the bluntnose sixgill shark. Sightings of these prehistoric sharks increased notably from 2019 to 2024. Diving for sixgills typically occurs during the summer months at night, when they come closer to recreational depths. Photographers should prioritize safety and be ready with their camera settings, as encounters […]
The Asia Dive Expo Japan (ADEJ) is debuting in Tokyo from October 25-27, 2024. This event focuses on ocean conservation, diving, and raising awareness about marine issues. It features speakers from various regions discussing topics like diving styles and underwater photography. Numerous exhibitors will showcase the latest diving gear and travel opportunities, helping to grow […]
October 14, 2024 by HAL
Brandi Mueller’s new book, “Underwater Museums,” explores the submerged history of World War II through underwater photography. The 144-page book features wrecks of ships, planes, and tanks found in the Pacific Ocean. Many of these wrecks have become vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. The book reveals stories about diving these historical sites, ranging […]
The Go Diving Show ANZ 2024 took place in Sydney on September 28th-29th, attracting nearly 3,000 visitors. The event featured over 100 exhibitors and various speakers discussing scuba diving and underwater photography. Participants could attend talks and see demonstrations of underwater imaging equipment and skills. The highlights included the Underwater Awards Australasia, showcasing impressive underwater […]
October 12, 2024 by HAL
Alex Glick’s love for nature transformed into a passion for scuba diving after his first dive in 2006. Encouraged by his mother, he earned his Open Water certification and started diving regularly. His experience grew as he joined the Cape Town Scuba Diving Club while studying in South Africa. Glick now captures stunning underwater images […]
October 10, 2024 by HAL
Nauticam has introduced a Cooling Fan System for the NA-R5II housing designed for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera. This new feature helps prevent the camera from overheating, which is crucial when recording videos underwater. The cooling system runs on two rechargeable AA batteries and has an easy-to-use button to activate it. With this […]
October 9, 2024 by HAL
The article highlights an award-winning underwater photograph titled “Mother’s Love,” taken by Brett Lobwein while swimming with humpback whales in Tonga. The image captures a playful calf inspecting the camera, showcasing a special moment between a mother and her baby whale. Lobwein shares his approach to underwater photography, emphasizing the importance of considering light direction […]
ADEX, Asia Dive Expo, will acquire the OZTek Advanced Diving Conference in 2025. This event will merge the strengths of both shows, which together have a rich 55-year history. Scheduled for March 15-16, 2025, at the Sydney International Convention and Exhibition Centre, the combined event aims to boost the diving industry in Australia. It will […]
October 8, 2024 by HAL
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024 competition has announced its winners, highlighting impressive underwater photography. Canadian photographer Shane Gross won for his photo “The Swarm of Life,” showcasing western toad tadpoles in a lake on Vancouver Island. Matty Smith won in the Underwater category for his striking shot of a leopard seal beneath the […]
Nauticam has launched its underwater housing for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera. This housing allows divers to use the advanced features of the camera while underwater, such as high-resolution RAW images and 8K video recording. The NA-R5II housing is made from durable aluminum and is designed for ergonomic access to essential camera controls. […]
October 7, 2024 by HAL
Join the Underwater Club event on October 18th to learn about photographing nudibranchs with expert Steve Coutts Munoz. This two-hour session will cover essential photography techniques, equipment, and how to find these beautiful sea slugs. Steve will share tips on optimal camera settings, lighting, and his favorite dive spots in Australia and Southeast Asia. TUC […]
October 6, 2024 by HAL
Ireland has become a great scuba diving destination due to the recovery of its basking shark population, which has rebounded since the 1980s. These gentle giants can often be seen in large groups, likely related to breeding. The country’s diverse marine life includes playful gray seals, colorful cuckoo wrasse, and various coldwater species. The best […]
October 4, 2024 by HAL
Olivier Martinez is an underwater photographer who specializes in macro photography. He began his diving journey in the Maldives in the 1990s and later founded a dive travel agency, Asiaqua, in 2008. His passion for photography grew after moving to the Philippines, offering many opportunities for capturing underwater life. Olivier focuses on presenting underwater animals […]
October 2, 2024 by HAL
Blue sharks are a stunning species found in the Azores, known for their beautiful color and inquisitive nature. Overfishing has put them at risk, particularly as they easily fall into fishing nets meant for other species. Diving with blue sharks in the Azores requires calmness and awareness, as their curious behavior can lead them to […]
September 30, 2024 by HAL
Four new members were inducted into the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame on September 28th, 2024, at a ceremony in Grand Cayman. These inductees are Margo Peyton, Claudio Guardabassi, John Thet, and Eric Sala, recognized for their significant contributions to diving and ocean conservation. Margo Peyton has helped certify over 8,000 children in scuba […]
September 28, 2024 by HAL
The Underwater Awards Australasia 2024 announced its winners at the Go Diving Show in Sydney. The competition featured passionate underwater photographers from around the world, with entries highlighting the beauty of the Australasian region’s oceans. Over A$50,000 in prizes were awarded across eight categories, with notable winners including Gabriel Guzman, who took the “Best of […]
September 27, 2024 by HAL
Ipah Uid Lynn is an accomplished underwater photographer from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, who has spent over 15 years perfecting her craft. She started with macro photography and expanded into wide-angle and creative shots, capturing the beauty of the ocean. As a PADI instructor, she shares her passion and knowledge of the underwater world with others. […]
September 25, 2024 by HAL
Inon has confirmed that all their accessories for the GoPro HERO12 Black work with the new HERO13 Black when using its official Protective Housing. This includes various Inon lenses such as the UCL-G165 II SD and UCL-G100 SD, which can still be used just like before. The necessary SD Front Mask and M67 Filter Adapter […]
Diving with blue sharks in the Azores offers a unique experience. Unlike many other shark encounters that keep divers as spectators, blue sharks invite interaction. The team aims to photograph these intriguing creatures while learning about their challenges and contributing data to a registry. Blue sharks are the most fished species globally, primarily caught as […]
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