Crab photography cheat sheet, Canon 18-150mm in Yap, James Deane swims

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September 25, 2026

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Crabs can be challenging but rewarding to photograph, use our Crab Cheat Sheet to get your picture-perfect shot. One lens to rule them all? Doug Klug shares his experience shooting the Canon 18-150mm lens underwater in Yap. James Deane makes an annual pilgrimage to Tonga. Sony 100mm macro lens manual focus gear guide. Nikon announces the Z5 IIC, sign up for notifications.

1. Crabs Underwater Camera Settings and Technique

Crabs Underwater Camera Settings and Technique © Steve Miller

Crabs come in many different sizes, colors, and shapes, from the giant spider crabs you might see on a night dive, to tiny coral crabs the size of a pencil eraser. Use these camera settings, tips, and techniques to make your next encounter with a crab picture perfect.

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2. The One-Lens Underwater Setup? Canon 18-150mm in Yap [VIDEO]

The One-Lens Underwater Setup? Canon 18-150mm in Yap [VIDEO] by Doug Klug

Doug Klug takes the Canon RF-S 18-150mm to MantaFest in Yap, Micronesia to see just how well one lens can handle a full schedule of underwater photography, from wide-angle scenes to macro subjects.

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3. Featured Customers | James Deane's Annual Tonga Pilgrimage

After working in Tonga photographing whales for years, James returned home but now he makes his annual pilgrimage back to Tonga to dive with these gentle giants.

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4. Sony 100mm Macro Focus Gear Installation // 200DL Underwater Housing [VIDEO]

Learn how to install the improved Focus Gear for 200DL Underwater Housings. Plus, how to set the system to allow quick switching back to autofocus on the fly.

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5. Sign Up for Notifications: Underwater Housing for Nikon Z5 IIC

We anticipate supporting this exciting new camera from Nikon. We do not yet have enough information to suggest a timeline. Sign up for notifications if you would like to receive an email when we make an announcement about this model.

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