Underwater Photography Basics: Mantas, Sharks, Turtles, and Shipwrecks!

We go back into the water to photograph giant mantas, big sharks, friendly turtles, and haunting shipwrecks. In this video we’ll learn the basics of underwater photography: how light behaves underwater, how to get close to animals, and when we should (and should not) use strobes (flash) for better images. Unlike wildlife photography on land, we’ll be incredibly close to the animals -- sometimes inches away -- for some wonderful encounters, but we’ll also see a diver get too confident and illegally harass a great white shark. If you’re not a scuba diver, don’t feel left out -- we’ll look at the numerous opportunities available to snorkelers and why some of the best shots can be achieved at the surface. #underwater #photography #underwaterphotography #sharks #diving

My home base dive shop in the New York City area is Atlantis Aquatics in Bethlehem, PA. If you are interested in learning to dive or advancing your diving skills contact this full service PADI 5 Star dive shop http://www.atlantisaquaticsinc.com/

Original footage throughout most of the video. Additional clips thanks to Jim Folk and Deb Turgeon.

00:00 Introduction
00:54 Prerequisites
01:14 Light and colors
01:59 Artificial light
02:36 Visibility
03:20 Getting close
04:37 Being on level
05:17 Snorkeling opportunities
06:03 Camera gear

Follow me on Instagram: Instagram: bo.dabi
My website: http://www.bdphotographs.com

Some links to underwater photo gear are below. It’s best to talk to a professional who has experience in the water with camera gear, not just a sales rep who knows the equipment.

RECOMMENDED GEAR
Universal Smartphone Underwater Case:
https://www.backscatter.com/Kraken-KR...

GoPro Hero 12:
https://www.backscatter.com/GoPro-HER...

Sony RX100 VII Compact Camera (recommended)
https://www.backscatter.com/Sony-RX10...

Compact Cameras:
https://www.backscatter.com/underwate...

Professional Mirrorless Cameras (recommended)
https://www.backscatter.com/underwate...

Professional SLR Cameras:
https://www.backscatter.com/underwate...