Best Underwater Cameras of 2018

Newly updated - our guides to the Best compact cameras, Best mirrorless cameras, Best dSLRs of 2018. A must read!
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ARTICLES & REVIEWS

Panasonic G9 vs GX9 Comparison for Underwater Photography
Panasonic G9 vs GX9 Comparison
A comparison of 2 great new cameras and their usefulness for underwater photography
rx100 VI review
New Sony RX100 VI Announced!
Sony RX100 VI announced to be released end of June - what new features does it have and will it be good for underwater photography?
Nikon 8-15mm FX AF-S f/3.5-4.5E ED Zoom Fisheye Review
Nikon 8-15mm Zoom Fisheye Initial Thoughts and Images
Get the lowdown and see some amazing photos taken with the Nikon 8-15mm circular fisheye lens
One of the best camera package deals of 2018!
Olympus Housing & Camera Bundle
One of the best camera package deals of 2018!
Learn about our photography workshops
Why join a photography workshop?
Learn what goes on during a photography workshop and if it's right for you
Sony A7R III Camera
Sony A7R III Review
Newly updated! Find out if an upgrade to the A7r III for stills or video is right for you
Holiday Gift Guide 2017
Holiday Gift Guide 2017
Need a gift for the underwater photographer on your list? Check out these ideas for any budget.
Nikon D850 review for underwater photography & video
Nikon D850 Review
Updated review of the Nikon D850 for underwater photography
Kraken KRL-04 Wet Wide Lens Review
Review and comparison of the new KRL-04 wet wide lens.
Must-Have GoPro Hero5 Black Accessories
Must-Have GoPro Hero5 Black Accessories
Don't forget these must have accessories when assembling your underwater GoPro rig.
Nauticam E-M1 Mark II Housing
Nauticam E-M1 Mark II Housing Review
Detailed review of the Nauticam E-M1 Mark II Underwater Housing
Sony A9 Camera Review
Sony A9 Camera Pre-Review
Complete underwater housing guide for the Canon 5D Mark IV with specs, best features and more

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UPCOMING TRIPS

3 Day Channel Islands Dive Trip - Conception
3 Day Channel Islands Trip on the Conception
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Great White Sharks in Guadalupe 2018
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   Great White Sharks Photo Workshop in Guadalupe 2018 Hop aboard the Nautilus Explorer and...
Moorea Whale Trips September/October 2018
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Raja Ampat Arenui Workshop 2018
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In Focus Blog Posts

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 ...
First look at the KRL-05S Macro Diopter Lens
Diopter impressions - by Erik Lukas On a recent trip to Anilao in the Philippines to lead the Blu...

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