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Underwater Photo Gear

Learn all about the best underwater photo gear in these tutorial articles.

These video tutorials and read the articles dive in-depth on strobes, video lights, how to choose the best underwater camera, wet lenses, housing maintenance and more!

You’re guaranteed to learn a lot, whether you’re researching your first camera system or looking for an upgrade.

Do you have specific questions? See my Virtual Private Photo Lessons page.

Enjoy!

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Underwater Photo Gear 

Smart Phone Housing Basics

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 Brent Durand

Everything you need to know about using your smart phone housing underwater, including a buyer’s guide, lighting and tips for photo / video.

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2023 Underwater Video Light Guide
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2023 Video Light Comparison

February 6, 2023February 6, 2023 Brent Durand

The best underwater video and focus lights of 2023. We review each light by price, lumens, best features and more.

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Underwater Strobe Comparison 2023

February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 Brent Durand

A complete underwater strobe comparison and 2022 Buyer’s Guide for wide-angle and macro divers. This guide helps you find the best strobe.

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Best Macro Diopters of 2023
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Best Macro Diopters of 2023

February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 Brent Durand

Complete buyer’s guide and comparison of the best super macro diopters of 2023, including pro photographer insights.

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Underwater Photo Gear 

The Best Fish ID Books

January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 Brent Durand

A complete guide to the best fish ID books for underwater photographers. These books are essential for identifying marine life.

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Packing Underwater Photo Gear

June 15, 2022June 16, 2022 Brent Durand

This detailed guide to packing underwater photo gear discusses the best way to pack your camera equipment for dive travel. Protect your gear and avoid fees.

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How to Use the Numbers on Strobe Control Dials
Underwater Photo Gear 

What do the Numbers on Your Strobe Mean?

October 6, 2021February 6, 2023 Brent Durand

Learn how to use the controls on your underwater strobe for TTL and Manual flash control.

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Underwater Photo Gear 

Macro Diopters & Wide-Angle Wet Lenses

December 14, 2020February 6, 2023 Brent Durand

This article and video tutorial describe macro diopters and wide-angle wet lenses, how they work, when to use them, benefits, and underwater photo tips!

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Video Lights vs Strobes; Why you Need Light Underwater
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Video Lights vs. Strobes: Why You Need Light Underwater

May 11, 2020February 6, 2023 Brent Durand

Everything you need to know about underwater video lights and strobes, how they work, how they attach, why you need lights, pro tips, and more!

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How to Choose an Underwater Camera

April 5, 2020January 3, 2023 Brent Durand

This video and article share my tips on how to choose an underwater camera and housing.

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