digital underwater photography

Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties, and with so many underwater cameras to choose from, it has become easier and more fun than ever to capture images of your underwater scuba adventures. The Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly, whether you use a point-and-shoot camera or a sophisticated dSLR like the pros.
What will I learn?Through hands-on training during two scuba dives and guidance from your Professional, you’ll discover: How to choose the right underwater camera system for you. The SEA (Shoot, Examine, Adjust) method for getting great shots quickly. Principles for good composition of underwater images. Practical techniques to take great photos with your digital camera.
What qualifications do I need?
How long will it take?
One Classroon Session, Two Open Water Dives followed by an open educational critique session. You can check the course schedule here
What materials/equipment do I need?
Additional Equipment Required
Course Includes
Not Included
Where can I go from here?
Get credit! The second dive of this Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification. You can also apply this specialty course towards your Master Scuba Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning these credits.
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What qualifications do I need?
- Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organization)
- Minimum age: 10 years old
How long will it take?
One Classroon Session, Two Open Water Dives followed by an open educational critique session. You can check the course schedule here
What materials/equipment do I need?
- Digital Underwater Photographer Package
Additional Equipment Required
- Digital Underwater Camera and a Computer or other device (for downloading and viewing your images).
Course Includes
- Certification Card
- Student Digital Photo
- Classroom Session
- Two Photography Training Dives
- Educational Critique Session
Not Included
- Digital Underwater Photographer Package
- Digital Underwater Camera and Viewing Device
- Diving Equipment
- Cost of Entry to Dive Site
- Travel, Food and/or Lodging
Where can I go from here?
Get credit! The second dive of this Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification. You can also apply this specialty course towards your Master Scuba Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning these credits.
Want It · Live It · Dive It!