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Scubalamp D-Pro Underwater Strobe

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Sony 600mm F4 FE GM OSS Lens

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Ultralight AC-CSF-28 New Style Clamp With Finer Threads

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Ultralight AC-CSF New Style Clamp

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Isotta Sony A7R V Underwater Housing

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Aquatica Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

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Ikelite Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

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Nauticam Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

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Sea & Sea A1, A7R V, A7S III, A7R IV, A7 IV, A9 II Universal Housing

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Nauticam Sony A1 Underwater Housing

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Marelux Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

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Isotta Nikon Z9 Underwater Housing

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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR Lens

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Marelux SOFT Lite Snoot

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Light & Motion Double Underwater Video Lights 2000 Spot/Flood with 12" Camera Tray

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USED: Ikelite Canon 7D Underwater Housing

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USED: Ikelite DS 160 II TTL Strobe

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Camera Guides

What camera is right for you? Use our articles to help decide on a crucial decision

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Housings Guides

Several articles that will help you decide which equipment is suitable for your needs

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Lighting Guides

Lighting improves the quality of your photos & videos, offering you more flexibility.

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Wet lenses give you much more flexibility - shoot wide & macro all in one dive!

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Sony A9 III Underwater: Review & Initial Thoughts

Sony has once again revolutionized underwater photography. With the Sony A9 III the coveted, long aw

November 12th, 2023

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Canon EOS R100 Underwater Settings

The Canon EOS R100 is an incredibly affordable APS-C mirrorless camera with a 24 megapixel imag

November 3rd, 2023

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Mantis Sub RS360 Housing Review

If you were excited by the announcement of the Mantis Sub housing for the Insta360 Pro/Pr

October 11th, 2023

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Canon R8 Underwater Review

The Canon R8 is Canon's most affordable and compact full-frame mirrorless camera. At $1499

October 5th, 2023

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Canon R100 Underwater Review

The Canon EOS R100 introduces a new level of affordability to underwater photography! At th

September 30th, 2023

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DiveVolk SeaTouch 4 Max Review

The new Dive Volk SeaTouch 4 Max Underwater Smartphone Housing has become immensely po

September 29th, 2023

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Sony ZV-E1 Underwater Review

As Sony's smallest ever full-frame camera, the Sony ZV-E1 is an incredible value for under

September 29th, 2023

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Sea & Sea YS-D3 Duo Strobe Review

Sea & Sea has been at the forefront of underwater lighting for over four decades. The

September 28th, 2023

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OM System TG-7 Underwater Review

The OM System TG-7 is the successor to the popular Olympus TG-6 compact camera. TG-6 shoot

September 27th, 2023

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Step Aside Olympus: How Canon Has Replaced Micro Four Thirds with the R100

A Promising BeginningAt the start of the mirrorless revolution (circa 2012), Olympus cameras we

August 26th, 2023

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A First Look at the Sea & Sea YS-D3 Duo Strobes

Before Hurricane Hillary tore through the west coast this August, I had the opportunity to sneak int

August 26th, 2023

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Scubalamp D-Pro Strobe Review

Although underwater strobes are essential tools for bringing back color and detail into your underwa

July 21st, 2023

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Nikon Z8 Underwater Review

The Nikon Z8 is the camera that every Nikon shooter has been waiting for. For years, mark

July 19th, 2023

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Nikon Z8 Underwater Settings

The Nikon Z8 is the answer to everything Nikon DSLR shooters have been waiting for in an

July 18th, 2023

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Marelux Automatic Vacuum Pump Review

The Marelux Automatic Vacuum Pump is an indispensable time-saving device designed to enhance th

July 12th, 2023

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A Hydrophone for Underwater Video

The Marelux HIFI Hydrophone is the world's FIRST hydrophone designed for underwat

May 24th, 2023

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Weefine WFS07 Underwater Strobe and Video Light Review

If you've ever dreamed of having an all-in-one underwater strobe and video light - look no further t

May 8th, 2023

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Canon R6 Mark II Underwater Review

The Canon R6 Mark II is Canon's newest upgrade to the original Canon EOS R6 annou

March 25th, 2023

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Sony A7R V Underwater Settings

The Sony A7R V sits alongside the Sony A7R IV as the highest resolution full fram

March 24th, 2023

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Sony A7R V Underwater Review

The Sony A7R V is this year's superstar underwater camera. As a worthy successor to

March 24th, 2023

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Featured Gear

Scubalamp D-Pro Underwater Strobe

Sony 600mm F4 FE GM OSS Lens

Ultralight AC-CSF-28 New Style Clamp With Finer Threads

Ultralight AC-CSF New Style Clamp

Isotta Sony A7R V Underwater Housing

Aquatica Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

Ikelite Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

Nauticam Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

Sea & Sea A1, A7R V, A7S III, A7R IV, A7 IV, A9 II Universal Housing

Nauticam Sony A1 Underwater Housing

Marelux Nikon Z8 Underwater Housing

Isotta Nikon Z9 Underwater Housing

New at Bluewater

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR Lens

Marelux SOFT Lite Snoot

Light & Motion Double Underwater Video Lights 2000 Spot/Flood with 12" Camera Tray

USED: Ikelite Canon 7D Underwater Housing

USED: Ikelite DS 160 II TTL Strobe

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