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Scuba News
January 3, 2025 by HAL
The Winter 24/25 issue of DIVE Magazine offers exciting insights for divers. It features interviews with ocean conservationist Cristina Mittermeier and showcases amazing dive resorts like Atlantis Dumaguete in the Philippines, which focuses on local education. There’s a spotlight on sustainable lobster fisheries in Cornwall and highlights from a photography competition. It encourages readers to […]
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December 23, 2024 by HAL
The DPG Masters Underwater Imaging Competition 2024 is closing soon, with only one week left to enter. Submissions must be completed by 11:59 PM PST on December 31, 2024. Participants have a chance to win over $80,000 in prizes, including the title of “DPG Grand Master 2024” for the overall winner. This is a great […]
December 22, 2024 by HAL
Blackmagic Design has reduced the price of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K by $300, bringing it to $995. This camera features a 4/3 image sensor and offers high-quality video capabilities, including 4K resolution. However, suitable underwater housing options are limited since Nauticam discontinued its housing, leaving users dependent on Seacam’s housing. Despite the limited […]
December 17, 2024 by HAL
Curaçao is an excellent destination for macro diving, which focuses on observing small marine life rather than larger species. This diving style allows you to discover striking creatures like nudibranchs, juvenile fish, shrimp, and unique crabs hidden among the coral reefs. The clear waters and diverse ecosystem make it perfect for macro photography, capturing detailed […]
December 14, 2024 by HAL
The Nature Photographer of the Year 2024 results were announced, highlighting outstanding underwater images. The winner in the Underwater category is Andrey Shpatak for his striking photo of a giant Pacific octopus. The runner-up is Luca Luigi Mario Ghezzi with a delightful image of two catfish. Franco Banfi received high commendation for his portrait of […]
December 1, 2024 by HAL
The “Chasing Clouds Challenge” invites people to share photos of clouds from various perspectives, including land, sea, or air. Although focused on clouds, the challenge provides a fun break for divers between scuba trips. Participants are encouraged to tag their posts to share their images. This initiative fosters a sense of community and appreciation for […]
November 27, 2024 by HAL
Freediving photography is an exciting way to explore and protect marine life. Freedivers use their cameras to capture stunning images of the ocean, highlighting both its beauty and its struggles, such as pollution and overfishing. These images spread across social media, inspiring awareness and action for marine conservation. However, it’s important for photographers to follow […]
November 1, 2024 by HAL
The Chasing Clouds Challenge focuses on sharing photos of clouds from different perspectives. Participants can include images taken from land, sea, or air. The creator plans to post a monthly collection of cloud images. This post offers a fun way for people to engage in photography between their scuba dives.
October 25, 2024 by HAL
The DIVE’s Big Shot Bright and Beautiful photography competition showcased stunning underwater images celebrating the ocean’s vibrant colors. The winner, Michael Gallagher, captured a beautiful parrotfish with a shrimp, winning a trip around the British Virgin Islands. Several photographers received honorable mentions for their impressive shots of marine life, such as a boxer crab and […]
October 23, 2024 by HAL
The Nauticam Super Macro Converter 3 (SMC-3) is a new underwater photography accessory designed for macro photography enthusiasts. It is lightweight, only one-third the weight of its predecessor, making it portable while still providing excellent optical performance. The SMC-3 allows for a maximum magnification of 2.4X and has a greater working distance for easier use […]
October 22, 2024 by HAL
The Aquatech Edge Pro is a new underwater housing for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera. It offers strong protection with safety locking clips and a depth rating of 10 meters (33 feet), making it suitable for underwater photography. The ergonomic design allows for easy maneuverability, and it has tactile push-button controls for easy […]
October 17, 2024 by HAL
Nauticam has introduced the SMC-3 Super Macro Converter, which greatly improves underwater photography. It offers a magnification of 2.3 times for capturing tiny underwater creatures in fine detail. This new model is lighter, thinner, and provides an increased working distance, making it easier to use without disturbing subjects. Its advanced optical construction ensures sharp, high-contrast […]
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 […]
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 […]
September 30, 2024 by HAL
The 2024 Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition is open for entries until November 30, 2024. This prestigious contest, now in its 13th year, offers over $60,000 in prizes, attracting photographers of all skill levels from around the world. With 14 categories including Wide Angle, Macro, and Marine Life Behavior, the competition allows for a wide […]
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 25, 2024 by HAL
Matthew Sullivan, an experienced wildlife photographer, will speak on October 8th, 2024, about finding unique photography opportunities in Florida’s freshwater ecosystems. Although Florida is well-known for its underwater photography in saltwater environments, many overlook its stunning freshwater ecosystems. Sullivan has been diving since he was ten and has explored many well-known dive sites around the […]
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 […]
September 22, 2024 by HAL
The Fifth Think Pink Photo Competition is ending soon, with submissions due by September 27th at 11:59 PM EST. This contest, hosted by Dive Photo Guide, encourages photographers to share their best pink-themed underwater photos. Fees for entry range from $15 to $50, with proceeds supporting breast cancer research. Contest winners will earn trips to […]
September 18, 2024 by HAL
A scuba photographer shares his experience photographing spectacled caimans in Costa Rica. He faced challenges finding clear water and active caimans, as they are nocturnal creatures. Armed with a Nikon camera and specialized underwater housing, he was able to photograph the caimans in their natural habitat. Carefully observing their behavior, he avoided potential danger from […]
September 16, 2024 by HAL
The 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year winners showcase stunning underwater photography. Rafael Fernández Caballero won Overall for capturing a Bryde’s whale feeding in Baja California. Other notable winners include Manuel Castellanos Raboso for Wildlife and Tobias Friedrich for Adventure with incredible images of marine life and shipwrecks. The awards highlight the beauty of the […]
September 11, 2024 by HAL
Kraken Sports has introduced the KR-S80, a powerful and compact strobe and video light for underwater photographers. It offers 80Ws output at full power, with a round flash tube providing even light across a 140° angle. The KR-S80 also features a high-performance video light with a brightness of 3000 lumens and a 120° beam angle. […]
September 9, 2024 by HAL
To compete in an underwater photo competition, new divers should plan well and practice their photography skills. It’s important to choose the right gear that can handle underwater conditions, like a waterproof camera. Lighting is also key since underwater scenes can be dark. Divers should aim for creativity and composition in their photos, capturing the […]
September 6, 2024 by HAL
A new book titled “52 Assignments: Underwater Photography” is designed to help divers improve their underwater photography skills. It presents 52 fun challenges that engage photographers during their dives. Instead of teaching techniques, it encourages creative thinking and experimentation. The assignments aim to expand skills and knowledge while producing eye-catching images. This book acts as […]
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