Buying Guides

My Freshwater Ikelite System for Sony a7CR with Ecko Strobes // Bill Hawthorne's Underwater Photography Gear [VIDEO]

Bill Hawthorne's Ikelite DLM/A underwater housing for the Sony a7CR and Ecko strobes is ready for anything the Florida springs throw at him. Check out the camera, lens, and techniques that Bill lik...

Best Underwater Video Cameras Right Now [VIDEO]

Camera specs all seem to run together these days, and more brands are starting to put out video focused cameras. So which ones really stand out? Logan Wood talks through which cameras and housing b...

Faster, Brighter, FIBER // Introducing RC232 Strobe + Video Light Hybrid [VIDEO]

When you're photographing big animals underwater like sharks, dolphins, and turtles, you need a lot of light and FAST. Ken Kiefer describes the equipment he uses to capture split-second moments und...

Finally a New Fisheye for Underwater! // Introducing the Canon RF 7-14mm Lens [VIDEO]

To say we're excited about the Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5 L Fisheye lens is a huge understatement. We are eagerly awaiting this lens, be prepared for full support in your Ikelite system. We can't wai...

This Camera is Better Than the Best Underwater [VIDEO]

You drooled over the announcement and poured over the specs for the latest and greatest tech. But could it actually be getting in your way? After testing cameras around the world in various environ...

What's in My Underwater Photography Gear Bag // Bill Hawthorne 2026 [VIDEO]

Bill Hawthorne breaks down his compact and powerful underwater camera setup. From the bag he uses to travel the world, to the underwater strobes that light up the unseen. 

How to Pack a Carry-On Bag for Underwater Photography: Pro Tips from Ken Kiefer [VIDEO]

Shark photographer Ken Kiefer has mastered the art of packing an entire underwater system into his airline carry-on bag so that he's ready for action the moment the plane touches down. Learn his ti...

Top Gift Ideas for Underwater Photographers: 2025 Holiday Guide

Whether they’re thrill-seeking shark divers or detail-oriented macro shooters, underwater photographers require specialized gear to bring their vision to the surface. Finding the perfect gift for y...

Packing Made Easy for the OM System TG-7 Deluxe Kit [VIDEO]

Whether you're traveling far from home or just walking from your room to the dive boat, this system is designed to assemble your TG-7 housing and strobe, then get you diving as quick as possible.

Ecko Fiber // More than Macro

When you’re diving on some of the best reefs on Earth, you want the flexibility to shoot macro and wide angle on the same dive. Ecko strobes are the ultimate choice when you want a streamlined syst...

What's in My Camera Case | Diving in Raja Ampat, Indonesia [VIDEO]

Packing the right camera gear for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Raja Ampat, Indonesia can be stressful. Ikelite Video Producer Logan Wood breakdowns the camera gear that he found essential while div...

RC165 Strobe Features // Smaller, Wider, Fiber

Having one strobe that does it all - from macro to wide angle - with minimal maintenance is the holy grail. The RC165 combines a high energy flash with integrated fiber optic TTL exposure in a comp...

DS165 Strobe Features // Best Level-Up

The DS165 is your entry to professional quality underwater photos with any system from compact point-and-shoot to full frame mirrorless. If your housing features an electrical flash bulkhead, then ...

Sony Mirrorless Lineup Explained for Underwater [VIDEO]

Sony brand mirrorless cameras have become favorites among underwater image makers due to their awesome autofocus systems, excellent video quality, and robust lens line-up. Ikelite Video Producer Lo...

Top 3 Best Lenses for Sony Full Frame Mirrorless Underwater [VIDEO]

Sony makes some of the best full frame mirrorless cameras for underwater photographers and videographers. Ikelite Video Producer Logan Wood shares the top three best performing lenses that he packs...

Sony RX100 VI VII UNDERWATER with the Ikelite Underwater Housing [VIDEO]

The Sony RX100 VI and VII are two of the best compact digital cameras ever made. The combination of small size, excellent image quality, and manual exposure controls make them a natural choice for ...

The Best Lenses for Canon APS-C Cameras Underwater RIGHT NOW! [VIDEO]

If you’re shooting a Canon APS-C camera like the R7, R10, or R100, then you’re in luck because - in our opinion - Canon has the best line-up of lenses for underwater shooters today. Ikelite Preside...

Sony a1 II vs a1 // Which is Better for Underwater Photos & Video??? [VIDEO]

Ikelite Video Producer Logan Wood breaks down the differences between the Sony a1 and the new Sony a1 II with a focus on features that are most important to underwater photographers and videographers.

Unlike Any Other // The Most Powerful Point-and-Shoot System in 2025

If you’re looking for a streamlined system that can shoot professional-quality images and video while being low-maintenance and easy to travel with, then the 200FP system for the Sony a6700 is desi...

Strobes vs Video Lights for Underwater Photography [VIDEO]

It’s essential to bring light with you underwater to add color and clarity to your underwater imaging. Can you get away with just a constant on light for both stills and video? Ikelite Photo Guru S...