TG-6 with PT-059

[tfleming23]

I am using an Olympus TG-6 with a PT-059 housing. I am able to take decent pictures, but as I am sure many others have seen, the built in flash with the housing isn't quite strong enough and leaves a lot of shots poorly lit. I am looking to upgrade to some sort of strobe, but as I still consider myself a novice I don't want anything that is too complicated or difficult to use. Any suggestions?

 

[tursiops]

Backscatter MF-2. No competitors.

 

[living4experiences]

I went from a GoPro to the same setup you have. I'm a novice photographer and didn't want a big rig but something that was a step-up from the GoPro. Here's the exact strobe and tray I purchased and I love it. It's simple and easy to set up and break down and travels well. The strobe has a simple on/off switch and takes 4 AA batteries. The recycle time between flashes is very good too. Sea & Sea YS-03 Solis Universal Lighting System Underwater Strobe Package

 

[hedonist222]

If only macro, then the backscatter mf-1 or mf-2.

 

[Ontwreckdiver]

Get the Olympus strobe. It does manual and TTL.

Olympus UFL-3 Underwater Strobe

Amazingly compact and so light youll barely notice it, the new UFL-3 underwater flash is a serious tool for serious divers. Waterproof to an incredible 246 feet (75 meters), this adaptable flash is specifically designed to work seamlessly with a number of Olympus camera/underwater housing...

www.backscatter.com

 

[tursiops]

It does manual and TTL.

So does the MF-2.

 

[Ontwreckdiver]

So does the MF-2.

I didn't say it doesn't. The OP has a Olympus camera and housing, might as well get an Olympus strobe.

 

[Kimela]

I have the Inon S2000 and like it.

 

[rmorgan]

Any strobe will be an ocean better than no strobe, and all three are good. My partner has an MF-1, and its flexibility (including limited capability as a video light) and good focus light are great; the controls are easy once you get it down. I haven’t used an MF-2 but it seems like a significant improvement. Kudos to Backscatter.

 

[TTPaws]

I have 2 of the Inon Z330 type 2s and really like them. They have manual and TTL as well as light adjustment, so I can turn them down a bit.