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.
Listed below are the reviews that I have done that are still new or relevant. I will be adding new underwater photography equipment reviews as I can – so please check back as you can.
One160X Strobes
I kind of drifted in to the purchase of these high-end Italian strobes. And was a bit dubious they would make a significant difference.
But after two weeks in the cold, but incredible waters of South Australia I was extremely impressed with these strobes – Read more…
D500 Mid-Term
The life-cycle of most Nikon DSLR’s is 4 years… So 2 years in to owning a Nikon D500 I decided to write a mid-term review.
Simply stated, the D500 has been, by any measure, the best camera for underwater photography I have ever owned – Read more…
First Impressions
D500 first impressions… In January 2016 Nikon surprised all and sundry when it released the D500 together with the D5
The D5 was expected, but the D500 came out of the blue. And it came with two key features that convinced me to buy – Read more…
