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When to Change Shutter Speed Underwater

When to Change Shutter Speed Underwater

Shutter speed is one arm of the trifecta of important settings for proper exposure. It's important to understand it if you're shooting in manual mode underwater.

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4 Creative Uses for Backscatter in Underwater Images

4 Creative Uses for Backscatter in Underwater Images

We spend most of our time underwater trying to eliminate the illumination of particles underwater we call "backscatter." But sometimes it can be a useful tool.

Shooting Manta Rays at Night Without Strobes

Shooting Manta Rays at Night Without Strobes

Ambassador Steve Miller heads out to shoot this unique night dive using a Nikon full frame mirrorless and high ISO speeds.

When to Change ISO Underwater

When to Change ISO Underwater

Should you just stick with Auto? With a few key points in mind, you can be using your camera's ISO setting to its best advantage underwater. 

Macro in Lembeh Strait with the Nikon 60mm and Kenko 1.4x Teleconverter

Macro in Lembeh Strait with the Nikon 60mm and Kenko 1.4x Teleconverter

Lembeh is a paradise for supermacro photography. Ambassador Lorenzo Terraneo shows what's possible with an inexpensive DSLR lens and wet diopter.

Just Below the Surface | Shooting on Snorkel in Grand Cayman

Just Below the Surface | Shooting on Snorkel in Grand Cayman

An underwater housing isn't just for scuba diving. Ambassador Glenn Ostle takes his Nikon Z6 out but leaves his regs at home.

Photographing Giant Manta Rays in Yap

Photographing Giant Manta Rays in Yap

One of the world's must-see dive experiences, learn out to make the most of a dive with these amazing creatures with average wingspans of 15 feet (4.5 meters).

How to Photograph Dogs Underwater

How to Photograph Dogs Underwater

Is your usual dive buddy having a bad day? Try trading them in for a photo shoot with man's best friend.

Top Tips for an Awesome Whale Shark Encounter

Top Tips for an Awesome Whale Shark Encounter

Dreaming of swimming with these gentle giants? Ambassador Karen Bagley shares how to make the most of this amazing experience.

Building the Next Generation Backyard Underwater Photo Studio

Building the Next Generation Backyard Underwater Photo Studio

Ambassador Steve Miller set out to replace his original natural swimming pool with a bigger, better version custom tailored to underwater photography.

Black and White Conversion for Underwater Photography

Black and White Conversion for Underwater Photography

Whether it's by plan or as a prayer, black and white conversion can bring out the best in your underwater photos.

Getting It Sharp: Back Button Focus and Post Processing Workflow

Getting It Sharp: Back Button Focus and Post Processing Workflow

Autofocus isn't 100% of image sharpness. Try these techniques for creating the sharpest images possible, both before and after pulling the trigger.

How to Get the Best Shots When Shooting Wrecks

How to Get the Best Shots When Shooting Wrecks

Photographing wrecks can lead to amazing and creative images that encompass the feeling of visiting something that was not meant to be underwater. 

Capturing the Elusive Mouth Brooding Jawfish

Capturing the Elusive Mouth Brooding Jawfish

Ambassador Lindsey Dougherty gives you the where and how to capture this interesting nurturing behavior.

How Underwater Maternity is Different from Topside

How Underwater Maternity is Different from Topside

Interested in underwater maternity photography? Ambassador Karen Bagley discusses how it's different from surface maternity shooting.

Getting into the Underwater Photography Business with Karen Bagley

Getting into the Underwater Photography Business with Karen Bagley

Hear what it takes from Ambassador and self-starter Karen Bagley who runs her own successful photography business and teaches others how to follow their dreams.

7 Tips for Photographing Florida Manatees

7 Tips for Photographing Florida Manatees

Everyone's favorite "sea cow" is a perfect subject for some slow paced wide angle photo ops. Here's our best advice for making your trip to Crystal River worthwhile.

Super Macro Underwater Photography Techniques

Super Macro Underwater Photography Techniques

Magnifying past a 1:1 image ratio of your subject is commonly referred to as going from macro photography to super macro photography. 

Close Focus Wide Angle In Depth

Close Focus Wide Angle In Depth

Close focus wide angle (CFWA) is a classic technique that makes a huge impact on your underwater images.

How to Photograph Superheroes Underwater

How to Photograph Superheroes Underwater

We dive in with Ikelite Ambassador Ken Kiefer to find out how he captured these iconic images of some of his favorite superheroes underwater.

Fluorescence and Luminance Underwater Photography

Fluorescence and Luminance Underwater Photography

Yes there is a party going on and you're invited! See the same reef in a new light by combining fluorescence with luminance.