{"id":40323,"date":"2021-11-18T02:37:37","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T02:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emmersionunderwater.com.au\/?p=40323"},"modified":"2023-07-18T06:40:01","modified_gmt":"2023-07-18T06:40:01","slug":"underwater-photography-how-to-get-started-emmersion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/emmersionunderwater.com.au\/underwater-photography-how-to-get-started-emmersion\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get started with underwater photography"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Are you an ocean lover and want to start capturing your moments below the surface, but you have no idea where to start? Don\u2019t worry – you are NOT alone!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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When I first started my underwater photography journey, I had no idea what I needed or where to start. I purchased three or four cameras over the first few years before I worked out where I should actually be spending my money. So trust me when I say that I get it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Think of this article as a starting guide, but if you have specific information tailored to your specific skill level and photography knowledge, I highly recommend booking a private lesson with me <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>, where I can answer all your burning questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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PART ONE: The necessities for Underwater Photography\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Before continuing to all-things equipment related, please remember that there are many other things that go into creating great underwater images. It\u2019s not all about having the fanciest camera! See here for my 10 Essentials for Underwater Photography (that aren\u2019t a camera)\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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PART TWO: Choosing the Right Camera<\/span><\/h4>\n

So you\u2019re ready to start taking photos below the surface, but you don\u2019t know where to start. This is possibly the most commonly asked question I get!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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My first question to you is, how much money do you want to invest into this hobby? The sky’s the limit when it comes to this stuff. You might want to have a think about your budget and then work backwards from there. If you need specific advice, book a private lesson with me here!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Option One: Keep it Simple – Point and Shoot\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Price:<\/b> Less than $1,000 for camera and housing<\/span><\/p>\n

My favourite for Underwater Photography:\u00a0 <\/b>Olympus TG-6 (or previous models)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Recommended Housing: <\/b>Olympus 40 m Housing or Ike lite 60 m Housing\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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There are a few cameras on the market that are waterproof without a housing and have underwater shooting modes. These cameras are a great starting point as you don\u2019t have to make any changes to the settings in the water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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You might be tempted to use the camera for scuba diving without the housing, as it is rated to depth. But you will protect the camera lens better, have a more sturdy option to hold while swimming, by utilising underwater housing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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