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SEA & SEA YS-D3 DUO UNDERWATER STROBE REVIEW The Sea & Sea YS-D3 Duo is the latest strobe model, and it comes with a few new features compared to its predecessor, the YS-D3. The most significant change is that the Sea and Sea YS-D3 Duo now supports Olympus and OM System RC Automatic TTL Flash...

JOB TITLE: ON-CAMERA CONTENT CREATOR ABOUT BACKSCATTER Established in 1994 and headquartered on historic Cannery Row in Monterey, California only a few paces from the water, Backscatter is the largest underwater imaging retailer in the world. Our small, tight-knit crew are all divers...

WHAT IS THE BEST ISO FOR UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO? What is the best ISO for underwater photos and videos? During The Digital Shootout, we asked a panel of the world’s best underwater photographers and videographers this question to get their hot-take responses. Watch our video to see their...

BLACK FRIDAY - OUR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY DEALS OF THE YEAR SAVE UP TO 60% - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Whether you're seeking a special gift for the diver in your life or treating yourself, now is a great time to take advantage of our limited-time offers. Don't hesitate to give us a call with any...

If you've been to Bonaire, are thinking about going to Bonaire or are just curious what you can experience in Bonaire, check out this video. 10 days of non-stop diving with 10 strangers from around the world that have become true friends. Can't wait to do it again! Best watched in 4K

My encounter with a friendly green sea turtle down in Bonaire.

For those interested, I have been slowly sharing some footage from my recent trip to Bonaire on my new ocean centric Instagram Page @OceansCollin A short film of my trip is being created now and I hope to post that very soon!

WHAT IS THE BEST SHUTTER SPEED FOR UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO? What is the best shutter speed for underwater photos and videos? During The Digital Shootout, we asked a panel of the world’s best underwater photographers and videographers this question to get their hot-take responses. Watch...

WHAT IS THE BEST APERTURE FOR UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO? What is the best aperture for underwater photos and videos? During The Digital Shootout, we asked a panel of the world’s best underwater photographers and videographers this question to get their hot-take responses. Watch our video to...

STROBES VS. VIDEO LIGHTS FOR UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY Video Lights Work, But Strobes Are Best For Photos One of the most common questions at Backscatter is whether you can use video lights instead of strobes for underwater photography. The straightforward answer is that a strobe will always be...

I'm seriously contemplating buying BackScatter's MiniStrobe Mk2 because of the ability to shoot with the strobe "off camera" and have a couple of questions. I already have two MiniStrobe Mk1s and need to know the following: Will the filter holder will work on the Mk1? Are the batteries for...

NIKON Z 8 UNDERWATER CAMERA REVIEW In this article, we'll provide an in-depth review of the highly anticipated Nikon Z8 for underwater photography from our first-hand perspective. We’re going to explore and discuss the key aspects, such as image quality, autofocus, the differences from previous...

OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 IV UNDERWATER CAMERA & HOUSING REVIEW Excellent image quality, more affordable than similar rigs, and compact enough for travelers and novice shooters - is this the new Best Bang For Your Buck in underwater photography? That’s a 10-4, good buddy! Meet the new contender for...

COMPLETE GUIDE FOR GOPRO HERO 11 BEST UNDERWATER VIDEO & PHOTO SETTINGS The GoPro HERO 11 is one of our favorite action cameras yet because of the impressive built-in video stabilization, how easy it makes it to start capturing great looking 4K Ultra High Definition video clips underwater, and...

NAUTICAM EMWL UNDERWATER LENS REVIEW The Nauticam EMWL (Extended Macro Wide Lens) is a wet-mounted accessory lens for capturing macro-sized subjects with a wide angle perspective. It features interchangeable objective optics for different fields of view, allowing photographers and videographers...

BACKSCATTER MINI FLASH 2 – HOW-TO GUIDE This how-to guide will give you the highlights of the instruction manual in video format. If you’re new to the Mini Flash 2, be sure to check out our comprehensive article on the features of this little powerhouse. PART 1: Mini Flash 2 & Olympus TG-6...

SAVE UP TO 60% - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST This holiday season Backscatter is offering unbelievable deals on the hottest gear for every underwater photographer. Whether you're seeking a special gift for the diver in your life or treating yourself, now is a great time to take advantage of...

Backscatter FLIP5 Pro Package for GoPro 5 - 8 (I believe it work for newer gopro housing, not 100% sure) Filter/lense SHALLOW filter DIVE filters +15 MACROMATE MINI Lens Asking price $130

Olympus PEN E-PL10 Camera with Backscatter Octo Underwater Housing $2,500 OBO 2 - lenses, two ports, leather camera cover(for the camera), extra batteries & extras. Everything you need to dive deep or shoot on the surface of the water. Basically brand new. Tested once in the pool for a photo...

Hi everyone, This is my first post on this forum - looks like a great place to ask for some advice. I've been browsing to a few posts so far trying to figure out what setup I ought to get. Some background: I've been diving with a GoPro Hero5 for a while. Just recently been on some amazing...