Though it went unnoticed by many photographers, when Fantasea discontinued their Sony A6400 housing during Covid, it represented the end of an era of affordability in our hobby. It was the perfect budget camera-housing combination that offered pro-level image quality, a compact design, and most impo …

Every year, millions of market squid congregate in the shallow, cold waters of the Pacific Coast of North America to reproduce as water temperatures reach 54°F. Often their numbers are so thick, it can be difficult to see a few feet in front of you. Other times, the mating process is more orderl …

Recent tariffs levied by the United States on Chinese goods and other foreign products have had global ramifications on the stock market, the price of goods, and even underwater photography and scuba gear. This makes it a confusing time to be a diver and underwater photo enthusiast. You might be wo …

The Sony A1 II is Sony's newest flagship camera, announced in November, 2024. It replaces the Sony A1 - Sony's first camera in the "1" line of flagship cameras which made headlines in 2021. At the time, the A1 was revolutionary. It offered a 50-megapixel sensor capable of 30 fps burst …

Why Scuba Boots Are Essential for Every DiverWhen assembling scuba diving gear, many divers focus on big-ticket items like regulators, wetsuits, and fins. However, one piece of equipment that is often overlooked—but just as essential—is a good pair of scuba boots. Whether you are divin …

   The Sony A1 II is Sony's newest flagship full frame mirrorless camera featuring a 50 megapixel sensor with 8K and 4K/120p video recording. It has everything you could want in a camera and Sony's latest tech - including a pre-capture mode, improved in-body image-stabilization, AI autofo …

  The Marelux Apollo S is Marelux's latest underwater strobe in the Apollo lineup. As a mid-range little brother to the high-end Marelux Apollo III, the Apollo S can output an impressive amount of power, reaching a guide number of 36! Additionally, the Apollo S is equipped with multiple unique …

The Best Scuba BCD, which stands for Buoyancy Control Device, is an essential piece of scuba equipment. It helps divers maintain neutral buoyancy underwater and is capable of providing positive buoyancy at the surface. Dive BCDs can be attached to scuba tanks in two different ways …

Best Scuba MasksA mask is the divers window divers wear masks because of the differences between air and water. The human eye can't focus on water, which is significantly denser than air, and therefore transmits light differently. Masks restore the airspace before a diver's eyes, allow …

The human eye sees by collecting light, reflecting from an object, converting this energy into electrical impulses and transmitting them to the brain via the optic nerve. Since the behavior of light alters as it passes through water, what a diver sees underwater differs compared to abo …

Canon EOS R5 Mark II Review for Underwater PhotographyCanon's True "Flagship" Full Frame CameraThe Canon EOS R5 Mark II is 2024's top underwater camera for underwater photography. It represents a significant upgrade over the original Canon EOS R5 which has reigned as the worl …

Garmin dive computers are highly regarded for their advanced technology, including GPS integration that enhances dive planning and navigation. They feature user-friendly interfaces with intuitive menus and clear displays, making it easy for divers to access important information underw …