What’s New in Scuba Gear for 2026The must-know innovations and products for divers this yearHello divers!Happy 2026, and welcome to our first newsletter of the year. If you’re anything like us, you’re already thinking about your next dive — and the gear that’ll get you there safely, co …

Your Annual Scuba Gear Check:What to Inspect, Service, Upgrade, or ReplaceAs divers, we rely on our gear to perform flawlessly — often in remote locations, under pressure, and in environments where small failures can become big problems. That’s why an annual gear check isn’t just good …

The Bluewater 3000 underwater video light is the world's smallest underwater video light, weighing in at just over half a pound (275 grams)! Despite its small form factor, it packs a powerful 3000 lumen punch with a beam angle of 100 degrees at 6500K. One light is the ideal tool for macro video, an …

The Scariest Dives Our Travel Team Has Ever Faced It happened during one of our Snorkeling with Whales trips in Moorea. It was our first day on the boat, and we hadn’t seen any whales all day. Finally, right before we were about to call it quits, we spotted a group of humpback whales — …

Fourth Element Military Tech Fins:Built for Power, Control, and PurposeWhen Fourth Element released its Military Grade Tech Fin, it wasn’t just about style. It was about performance, precision, and purpose. Inspired by the needs of technical, military, and rescue divers, this fin takes …

Apeks RK3 vs RK4 Fins:Which One Should You Choose?When it comes to dive fins, few names are as respected among technical divers as Apeks. Known for durability, power, and precision control, Apeks fins have become a benchmark in both recreational and professional diving. Two models curr …

Marelux Artemis 4500 RMT Video Light Review The Marelux Artemis 4500 RMT is a compact, three-color underwater video light that delivers impressive brightness, soft falloff, and creative versatility in a travel-friendly body. Rated at 4500 lumens, its wide 120° beam and neutral 6000K color tempe …

In an exciting move this summer, Ikelite has updated the Ikelite DS160 II to the new Ikelite DS 165 underwater strobe. This strobe represents the mid-range prosumer model in Ikelite's line-up. Though, in reality, its performance and $995 price is a bit closer to a high-end pro strobe. The DS165 fea …

The Nikon Z5 II is 2025's most underrated underwater camera. Priced at just $1,700 for the body, this entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera competes closely with the Nikon Z6 III and, in some areas, even pushes into Nikon Z8 territory. It carries over the Z8's incredible autofocus system and the …

Over the summer of 2025, Ikelite surprised with two new strobes - the prosumer Ikelite DS 165 and the entry level Ikelite Ecko Strobe. The Ecko replaces the DS 51 II which was a popular choice for compact camera shooters and new photographers. The new Ecko maintains an excellent price point of $495 …

Garmin has updated the popular Fenix 8 to the new Garmin Fenix 8 Pro - now available at Bluewater scuba. This extremely popular smartwatch, made for adventurers, has been updated with LTE & Satellite allowing you to make photo calls, text, and ping your location from anywhere in the world. So …

In order to be an excellent underwater photographer, good scuba diving skills are essential. Maintaining neutral buoyancy is crucial for successful underwater maneuvering without harming wildlife and the environment. But it's also important to have the right fin technique to make sure …