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Be sure to choose the right equipment! Check our guides for best cameras to use, and which housings to go for. A must read! Buyers Guides
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Considering a new camera? We've compiled reviews on all the top 2018 cameras - check it out!

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ARTICLES & REVIEWS

Initial Thoughts: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K
Review of the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K & upcoming potential for underwater photography
Get Excited for the Panasonic Lumix S Series!
See why Panasonic's new S-Series are sure to be the next best thing in full frame mirrorless cameras.
Big Blue 15,000 Lumen Video Light Test
Big Blue 15,000 Lumen Tri Color Light Review & Test
Two warmth options, 160 degree beam angle, 2-20 hour burn time - see our full review!
Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Need a gift for the underwater photographer on your list? Check out these ideas for any budget.
Olympus TG-5 Camera Review
Olympus TG-5 Camera Review
Review of the Olympus TG-5 with recommended lenses, housings and settings.
Sony A6500 Camera Review
Sony A6500 Camera Review
Review of the Sony A6500 for underwater use with recommended lenses and settings.
Bluewater's Awesome Deals
Bluewater's Awesome Deals
Amazing deals on housings, video lights, bundles, lenses and more
Sony RX100 VI Camera Review
Sony RX100 VI Camera Review
Underwater review of the Sony RX100 VI with recommended lenses, housings and settings.
G7X Mark II Camera Review
G7X Mark II Camera Review
Underwater review of the G7X Mark II with recommended lenses, housings and settings.
Sony A7R III Camera Review
Sony A7R III Camera Review
Underwater review of the Sony A7R III with recommended lenses, housings and settings.
Refocusing on Customer Support
Refocusing on Customer Support
Bluewater is always looking for ways to improve the customers experience and we make sure that we always have your back.
Lembeh 2018 Workshop
Lembeh 2018 Photo Workshop Highlights
A quick overview of our recent Bluewater Photo Lembeh 2018 Workshop

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UPCOMING TRIPS

Socorro Islands Underwater Photo Workshops 2019
$3,895
   Socorro Islands Underwater Photo Workshops 2019 Experience the best place in the world for...
Turks & Caicos Photo Workshop in March/April 2019
$2,495
   2019 Turks & Caicos Underwater Photo Workshop Join us and the Turks & Caicos...
Anilao Photo Workshops Spring 2019
$1,699
Bluewater Photo's 2019 Anilao Underwater Photo Workshops Join Bluewater Photo in April/May 2019...
Sea of Cortez 2019 Underwater Photo Workshops
$2,695
   Sea of Cortez Underwater Photo Workshops 2019 Join us for Sea Lions, Sperm Whales and Whale...
Red Sea Photo Workshop 2019
$1,595
   2019 Red Sea Underwater Photo Workshop Join Craig Dietrich on an underwater workshop with...

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In Focus Blog Posts

When Necessity is the Mother of Invention
When Necessity is the Mother of Invention - By Erik Lukas Ive always been sort of a do-it-mysel...
One of My Favorite Underwater Photography Accessories - the AO Cooler Bag
One thing that does not get talked about much, but is very important for an underwater photographer,...
First look at the Kraken Sports Float Arms
Kraken Sports Float Arms - Nick Lawrence As a underwater photographer, we all struggle with buoya...
"Snoot is life" - A first time snooters experience
Snoot is life - By Tommy Stylski My initial experience with a snoot was during our Bluewater ...

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Bluewater Photo and Video | Underwater Cameras and more

 Welcome to Bluewater Photo & Video

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COMING SOON:    Nauticam Sony RX-100 housing
JUST ARRIVED:     Recsea Sony RX100 housing, Sea & Sea 5D Mark III
ALREADY HERE:     Nauticam D800, Ikelite D800, YS-D1 strobe, Nauticam Olympus OM-D housing
 

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