Gear… We Love It!!

Underwater Photography Equipment Reviews – I think it is true to say that part of the attraction for many underwater photographers is the gear we use. And I learnt many years ago never to discuss my equipment on a trip unless I was specifically asked about it. Even then I will be quite careful what I say!

I think the basic point is that we get very emotionally invested in what we have bought. Because we did buy it and it is expensive stuff, so there is a subliminal justification going on! Don’t get me wrong, I suffer from GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) quite badly. But I do understand very well now that just buying new stuff won’t make me a better photographer.

So I only buy new stuff when a) I have reached the limit of my current stuff can do for me… Or b) when there is real creative potential in some new stuff.