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Housings

Underwater camera housings are essential for taking photos and videos underwater. They protect your camera from water damage, pressure, and other hazards. There are many different brands of underwater housings available, but some of the most popular include Nauticam, Ikelite, Sea & Sea, Isotta, Marelux, and Aquatica.

Nauticam is a leading manufacturer of underwater camera housings. They offer a wide range of housings for DSLR, mirrorless, and compact cameras. Nauticam housings are known for their high quality, durability, and ease of use. They also offer a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

Ikelite is another popular brand of underwater camera housings. Ikelite housings are known for their affordability and ease of use. They offer a wide range of housings for DSLR, mirrorless, and compact cameras. Ikelite also offers a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

Sea & Sea is a Japanese company that manufactures a wide range of underwater photography equipment, including housings, strobes, and ports. Sea & Sea housings are known for their high quality and durability. They also offer a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

Isotta is an Italian company that manufactures a wide range of underwater photography equipment, including housings, strobes, and ports. Isotta housings are known for their high quality and durability. They also offer a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

Marelux is a relatively new company that manufactures underwater camera housings. Marelux housings are known for their high quality and durability. They also offer a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

Aquatica is a Canadian company that manufactures a wide range of underwater photography equipment, including housings, strobes, and ports. Aquatica housings are known for their high quality and durability. They also offer a wide range of accessories, including ports, underwater strobes, and lighting arms.

When choosing an underwater camera housing, it is important to consider the following factors:

  • The type of camera you have: Make sure to choose a housing that is specifically designed for your camera model.
  • The features you need: Some housings offer more features than others, such as support for TTL strobes and external microphones.
  • Your budget: Underwater camera housings can range in price from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars.


Once you have considered these factors, you can start to narrow down your choices. Be sure to read reviews of different housings before you make a purchase.


Here are some additional things to keep in mind when choosing and using an underwater camera housing:

  • Make sure that the housing is properly sealed before you take it underwater. Test it by putting it in a sink or bathtub full of water.
  • Use a lanyard to attach the housing to your wrist or dive rig. This will prevent you from losing the housing if it accidentally falls out of your hands.
  • Be careful not to bump the housing against rocks or other hard objects. This could damage the housing or camera.
  • After using the housing, rinse it with fresh water and wipe it dry.

With proper care, your underwater camera housing will last for many years.


Underwater Camera Housings - Quick Tips

  • Aluminum housings are often smaller and have better controls and ergonomics, but cost more
  • Accessories like ports, flash triggers, strobes, mounting balls and TTL converters may not be included
  • Don't forget a bag to carry the underwater housing, a cleaning kit, and a way to tether the housing to your BCD


Buying underwater housings from Bluewater Photo

We understand that buying underwater camera housings can sometimes be overwhelming for some. Many different components are needed to put together an underwater camera rig, from the housing itself to lights, arms, and wet lenses; the list could go on. All of our sales staff are expert underwater photographers who can help you with any questions you have about set-up or compatibility. We will ensure that you have all of the right kit so that you can capture your next diving adventure like never before! Click here to send us an email and we'll put together the right underwater housing system for you. You can also give us a call at 310-633-5052

 

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