Photographic Accessories

The organizers of the Underwater Awards Australasia 2024—DPG, Underwater Australasia, and UW Images—are proud to announce the winners of the inaugural edition of the underwater imaging competition focused on the Australasian region. The winning entries were revealed on September 28th, 2024, at Go Diving Show ANZ in Sydney, Australia.

The competition called for passionate underwater shooters from around the world to submit their most captivating and compelling images and videos from the Australasian

Introduction

The GoPro action camera is popular due to it compact size, high-definition capabilities and robust build. The GoPro camera is renowned for its ability to deliver high-quality footage in extreme conditions. With resolutions up to 5K and the capability to shoot in slow motion, the GoPro is perfect for capturing the vibrant and dynamic underwater environment. When paired with the right accessories, the GoPro can capture high-quality underwater images and videos.

To take underwater photos with a GoPro, you do need more than just the camera itself. An underwater housing is essential to protect the camera from water damage and withstand the pressure at various depths.

Exploring Underwater Photography: Unleashing the OM System TG-7 with PT-059 Housing and Scubalamp Gear

Underwater photography continues to captivate adventurers and enthusiasts alike, offering a window into the mesmerising world beneath the waves. With advancements in technology, underwater photography has become more accessible and thrilling than ever before.

We find that people choose a compact set-up for a few reasons, not in the least to make travel/transport easier, but also when diving or free-diving compact can have great results and be much easier to handle whilst swimming or getting in and out of the water.

One setup we often end up suggesting, is the combination of the OM System TG-7 with the Olympus PT-059 housing. Using the Scubalamp

Smartphone cameras have become such powerful and high resolution cameras that many reconsider buying yet another camera when considering underwater photography.

There is definitely more fun to be had in the water when adding a seascooter, but with ample choice at Underwater Australasia it is hard to know which model to choose....