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  • Issue 144 of Underwater Photography Magazine Available

    Issue 144 of Underwater Photography Magazine Available



    The latest edition of Underwater Photography magazine—Issue 144—is now available as a free download.

    The issue begins with a handy roundup of industry news and the latest imaging equipment. New gear highlights include the Nauticam housing for the Panasonic Lumix S1RII, Nauticam’s UltraBright Monitors, and the AOI Aura Light System multicolor light. We’re also excited to see Byron Conroy’s review of the new Nauticam Midrange Focus Optimizer (MFO-1)—an intriguing gadget that we hope to have a good play with ourselves one day!

    In other features, Peter Rowlands chats to veteran shooter and Ikelike Ambassador David Fleetham, the Backscatter team expounds the joys of fluoro using their new excitation filter for the Hybrid Flash, Lars Stenholt Kirkegaard goes on a fascinating nudibranch safari at Gulen Dive Resort in Norway, and Colin Munro recounts his search for the planet’s second-largest fish—the basking shark—off the west coast of Scotland and Southwest England.

    Getting your free copy of the latest issue of Underwater Photography magazine is a breeze: Simply sign up with your email to get access. If you’ve already signed up (and you’re logged in), you can download your copy directly here.  





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  • Underwater Awards Australasia 2025 Open for Submissions

    Underwater Awards Australasia 2025 Open for Submissions



    The Underwater Awards Australasia 2025 is now accepting entries. The premier underwater imaging competition focused on the Australasian region is a three-way collaboration between DPG, Underwater Australasia, and UW Images. This year, entrants are competing for prizes in nine categories, including the contest’s unique “Reels Showcase” video category, with the top image or video among the category winners receiving the distinction of “Best of Show.”

    This year’s prize pool has increased in value by more than 40% compared to last year, to a total of A$70,000! The prizes include dive trips with the world’s top resorts and liveaboards as well as the latest underwater imaging equipment and dive gear—even an underwater photography drone and an underwater scooter with photographic platform. The prestigious judging panel comprises photo judges Tobias Friedrich, Jayne Jenkins, Matty Smith, Tanya Houppermans, Scott Portelli and William Tan; and video judges Philip Hamilton and Ross Long.

    The competition will culminate in an exhibition and awards ceremony at Go Diving Show ANZ in Sydney, in September 2025. The exhibition will feature high-quality metal prints of the finalist entries in the photo categories. Made by the competition’s Printing Partner PhotoMart, the prints will be available for purchase at the show, with the proceeds going to Environmental Partners Australian Marine Conservation Society and Take 3 for the Sea.

    Head over to UnderwaterCompetition.com to find out more about the categories, prizes and judging panel, and make sure to read the rules and guidelines carefully before submitting. Entry fees are US$10 per image or video entered. The competition closes on July 20th, 2025.

     

     





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  • Innovating in Underwater Photography with Martin Broen

    Innovating in Underwater Photography with Martin Broen


    The Underwater Club Event: Innovating in Underwater Photography with Martin Broen


    If you’ve been following DPG Masters over the years (and why wouldn’t you be?), you may know that there was one photographer who bagged the “Best of Show” twice in succession—in 2021 and 2022—for incredible black-and-white photos of Mexican cenotes. But there’s probably a few things you don’t know about Martin Broen. For one thing, he doesn’t only take prize-winning pictures of submerged caves: He’s received 50-plus awards for everything from wrecks and wildlife to macro. For another, he doesn’t just take pictures: He’s the designer of hundreds of innovative products and holds more than 130 innovation patents!

    In other words, Martin is a fantastic person to have a chat with, and that’s exactly what Nicolas Remy, host of The Underwater Club (TUC), will be doing for his next Masterclass event. During the two-hour webinar, Martin will—of course—be talking about his amazing panorama, cave, wreck, and wildlife imagery, but he’ll also be discussing how problem-solving skills help to creatively tackle unique challenges in underwater photography. In addition, Nicolas will be finding out what Martin learned from his first foray into publishing, after the success of his cenote-focused coffee-table book Light in the Underworld.

    As usual, TUC members join for free, while non-members will need to purchase tickets to the event at AU$49 (approx. US$35). Note that this is also the price of monthly membership, so this is the perfect opportunity to join the club and take advantage of all of the membership benefits.

    Here are the event times:

    • May 31st, 2pm Los Angeles time (PDT)

    • May 31st, 4pm Dallas time (CDT)

    • May 31st, 5pm Miami time (EDT)

    • June 1st, 5am Singapore time (SGT)

    • June 1st, 7am Sydney time (AEST)

    • June 1st, 9am Auckland time (NZST)


     





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  • AOI Unveils Aura Light System Underwater Multicolor Light

    AOI Unveils Aura Light System Underwater Multicolor Light


    AOI is now shipping an innovative new product called the Aura Light System (ALS-01), an advanced LED torch and optical snoot designed to allow underwater photographers to “paint” with light of any desired color. The second addition to AOI’s “Signature Series,” the light was developed in collaboration with award-winning underwater photographer Ace Wu. (The first product in the “Signature Series,” the UH-GPx housing for GoPro, was a collaboration with underwater videographer Kay Burn Lim.)

    The tech at the center of the Aura Light System (ALS-01) is a multicolor LED capable of producing a palette of 16.7 million colors—and here’s the ingenious bit—controllable wirelessly via your smartphone running AOI’s dedicated app. The software allows you to create 10 preset colors, which can then be recalled at the push of a button on the device. The light comes with an optical snoot, flipped into position when needed, which changes the beam angle from 90° to 7°. Power is via a single 18650 Li-ion rechargeable battery, giving the light a 2.5-hour runtime at maximum brightness.

    The Aura Light System is available as a single light (ALS-01) finished in black, with snoot and clamp, priced at $530; and as the “Signature Series” package (ALS-01S), which bundles four lights finished in white, with snoots, clamps, and other accessories. Pricing of the Aura Light System “Signature Series” is not yet available.

     


    When purchasing underwater photography equipment like the products mentioned in this article, please support DPG by supporting our retail partner—Backscatter.com.


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    Signature Series 2025 Edition: The AOI Aura Light System with Ace Wu

    The Collaboration Continues

    The inaugural Signature Series was officially introduced at the DRT Show Hong Kong 2023 with the intention of capturing the spirit of collaboration and pushing the boundaries of underwater imaging. The first instalment of the Series featured a collaboration between award-winning videographer Kay Burn Lim and AOI. The result was an underwater housing for the GoPro that redefined the possibilities for the device.

    The Signature Series 2025 Edition marks a new collaboration, this time between AOI and award-winning underwater photographer Ace Wu. “Underwater photography is a reflection of art and mirrors my inner state of thought,” says Ace Wu.

    At the heart of artistic expression lies the drive to push limits and break boundaries. In underwater photography, the challenges and constraints are plentiful.

    Ace Wu is among the few accomplished practitioners of ‘painting’ underwater photos. “Colors add emotions, create a feeling, and are more than just elements in my images,” explains Wu. Currently, equipment used to ‘paint’ underwater images relies on colored filters placed in front of lights. However, the range of colors is often limited by the number of filters available, typically just a few. This limitation sparked the idea behind the Signature Series 2025 Edition: How could every imaginable color be made accessible?

    No strangers to daunting challenges, the AOI design team explored a host of ideas, ranging from the unconventional to the traditional. The final product exceeded all expectations, earning its place in the Signature Series lineup.

     

    The Aura Light System: Painting with Every Possible Color

    The Aura Light System is a revolutionary departure from conventional underwater lighting. At its core is a custom-designed mobile app that allows users to select from a palette of 16.7 million colors. The app communicates with an advanced LED torch capable of reproducing the selected color.

    This LED torch is equipped with an optical condenser that enhances the brightness of the colored beam. It can store up to 10 preset colors, while the app supports simultaneous operation with multiple LED torches. The result is an unparalleled ability to ‘paint’ underwater images with virtually unlimited color options. The Aura Light System also includes an optical snoot that is both compact and powerful.

    The Aura Light System is a clear departure from typical thinking employed by many manufacturers, bringing software engineering and user interaction to the forefront of underwater lighting and photography.

     

    The Aura Light System – Signature Series will consists of 4 LED torch complete with color coordinated mounts and optical snoots in white. The entire collection will be housed in a protective carrying case for convenience and security when traveling.

    The Aura Light System can also be purchased individually, the standard version is in black and will include the matching optical snoot and mount.

    The AOI-UW app is available for download at Apple’s App Store. The Android version will be available later.

    Don’t limit your artistic expression to the tools available, be free to ‘paint’ with the colours you feel.

     





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  • Scientists Find New Evidence That South Korea’s Female Freedivers Evolved for a Life Underwater

    Scientists Find New Evidence That South Korea’s Female Freedivers Evolved for a Life Underwater


    Scientists Find New Evidence That South Korea’s Female Freedivers Evolved for a Life Underwater

    By Ian Bongso-Seldrup, May 8, 2025 @ 10:00 AM (EST)
    Source: CNN

    Haenyeo sing traditional songs before heading out to sea to harvest abalone, sea urchins, seaweed, and other seafood from the waters around Jeju Island, South Korea


    Scientists studying the DNA of the famous female freedivers of Jeju Island—the haenyeo—have discovered there are unique genetic differences that the women have evolved to cope with the physiological stress of freediving. Published in the scientific journal Cell Reports on May 2, 2025, the research was led by Melissa Ann Ilardo, a geneticist and assistant professor in biomedical informatics at the University of Utah.

    Ilardo and her colleagues recruited 30 haenyeo divers, 30 non-diving women from Jeju Island, and 31 women from the South Korean mainland for the study. The participants’ average age was 65. As well as sequencing their genomes from blood samples, the researchers compared their heart rates, blood pressure and spleen sizes. In order to simulate dives, participants held their breath while submerging their faces in cold water, stimulating the mammalian dive reflex. As a result, the heart rate slows, blood pressure increases and the spleen contracts.

    The analysis showed that the participants from Jeju—divers as well as non-divers—were more than four times more likely than the participants from the mainland to have a genetic variant associated with lower blood pressure. “Your blood pressure increases as you dive,” explains Ilardo. “Their [Jeju residents’] blood pressure increases less.” The scientists suggest that the genetic trait may have evolved to keep unborn babies safe—since the haenyeo dive throughout pregnancy, when high blood pressure can be dangerous.

    Previous research has linked cold and pain tolerance to another genetic variation, and this study revealed that the participants from Jeju were more likely to have this genetic variant. However, the researchers weren’t able to say with certainty whether the variant may be important for the haenyeo’s ability to dive throughout the year, since the participants’ ability to withstand low temperatures was not measured in the study.

    Genetics wasn’t the only factor to explain the haenyeo’s impressive diving capabilities. During the tests, the researchers also found a dramatic difference between the heart rates of the divers versus the non-divers. A reduced heart rate would help the haenyeo conserve oxygen during their dives. “Actually, their heart rate dropped about 50% more over the course of the dive than the control (participants),” says Ilardo. “We know that it’s because of training, because it’s something that we only saw in the haenyeo.”

    While much more work needs to be done, the research could potentially lead to the development of new drugs for lowering blood pressure.

    Read more here.





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  • SeaLife Announces SportDiver S Underwater Housing for Smartphones

    SeaLife Announces SportDiver S Underwater Housing for Smartphones


    After the runaway success of their SportDiver Ultra housing, SeaLife Cameras has unveiled the SportDiver S, which offers a more-compact form factor along the lines of the original SportDiver. According to SeaLife, the new version of the housing offers compatibility with all current iPhone models, as well as all but the very largest Android smartphones.

    Depth-rated to 100 feet (30 meters)—a little less than the 130-feet (40-meter) rating of the Ultra version—the SportDiver S has similar controls and functionality to its bigger sibling. The housing features the same rectangular port used on the original SportDiver and the SportDiver Ultra, ensuring compatibility with accessories such as their six-inch Wide Angle Dome Lens and 52mm Wide-Angle Dome Lens (via their 67mm-52mm Lens Adapter). 

    Like the Ultra, the “S” model boasts the Leak Avoidance System, which features a pre-dive pressure test to ensure the housing is properly sealed before entering the water. Should your waterproof seal be compromised, the system also includes a moisture sensor that activates an on-screen warning. Unlike the Ultra, the new model does not ship with a red color-correction filter. Filters—red, magenta, and yellow—must be purchased separately.

    Available now from retailers such as Backscatter, the SportDiver S costs $300—a full $100 less than the price of the Ultra model.

     


    When purchasing underwater photography equipment like the products mentioned in this article, please support DPG by supporting our retail partner—Backscatter.com.


    PRESS RELEASE

    SeaLife Unveils New SportDiver S Underwater Smartphone Housing

    MOORESTOWN, NJ – SeaLife has introduced the all-new SportDiver S, an underwater smartphone housing designed for divers & snorklers of all abilities. The new compact housing dives to a depth of 100 feet (30 meters) and offers several updates over the original SportDiver model, the new “S” version offers compatibility with all iPhone models including Max sizes, as well as many Android smartphones.

    Engineered for absolute reliability and ease of use, the SportDiver S allows divers and snorkelers to capture stunning photos and videos with their smartphones down to depths of 100 feet (30 meters). Constructed from premium polycarbonate, stainless steel, hard-anodized aluminum, and optical-grade glass, the housing weighs just 22.6 ounces pounds (641 grams) on land while offering almost neutral buoyancy in water, depending on the smartphone used.

    Ergonomically designed for comfortable handling and ease of use, the SportDiver S features a large shutter lever and rear control buttons, enabling effortless operation even while wearing dive gloves. Photographers can expand their creativity by utilizing advanced camera settings such as zoom control, exposure adjustment, auto/manual focus, white balance, lens selection, RAW+JPEG mode, and much more, depending on the phone model.

    The new housing works with the free SportDiver camera app, available for both Android and iOS platforms. The app when combined with the housing, turns a smartphone into a highly capable underwater camera, and easily switches between photo and video modes, harnessing the native camera technology of the smartphone to deliver the high-quality images and videos users have come to expect. Additionally, the app’s power-save mode temporarily turns off the camera and dims the display, conserving battery life while keeping instant accessibility with a single touch.

    The SportDiver S housing uses Bluetooth® Low Energy wireless technology, which automatically connects to the user’s smartphone when opening the SportDiver app. The free SportDiver app is compatible with iPhones and Android smartphones, which are available for free download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store under the name “SportDiver”.  Unlike most other apps, the SportDiver app does not request your email address or personal information, ensuring your complete privacy.  The SportDiver housing features ultra-low power consumption, powered by two AAA batteries that last over 50 hours of continuous use.

    For enhanced imaging results, three optional removable underwater color-correction filters are available for purchase; Red for restoring natural underwater colors, Magenta for color correction of green water, or Yellow for deep blue water and fluorescent lights. The filters can be attached or removed while submerged and include a safety tether to prevent loss.

    SeaLife also offers optional lenses and a 52mm/67mm lens mount to further expand divers imaging creativity.

    Designed for added lights and versatility, the SportDiver S housing features three 1/4-20 tripod mount options, which allows it to be seamlessly mounted with any standard tripod-threaded light or light tray, such as SeaLife’s own Sea Dragon underwater photo/video lights. For best results, SeaLife recommends using an attached light source when diving with the SportDiver S.

    SportDiver S with Sea Dragon 3000F Color Boost Photo-Video Light

     

    Ensuring maximum protection for the user’s smartphone, the SportDiver S incorporates a sturdy holding spring and rubber grip tabs that securely holds the smartphone in place, providing shock-protection for small and larger phone models.

    Protecting your valuable smartphone remains a top priority. A Leak Avoidance System features a pre-dive pressure test to ensure the housing is airtight and waterproof before entering the water. In addition to the pre-dive pressure test, an internal moisture sensor activates an on-screen warning in the unlikely event the waterproof seal is compromised.

    The SportDiver S features a new interior design that protects sensitive components and electronics from damage in the event water drops accidentally enter the housing when opening the door after diving. The anti-fogging “Moisture Muncher” capsule prevents fogging and internal condensation.

    The housing is sealed with a high-temperature resistant silicone O-ring seal and a robust cam-lock sealing latch, ensuring a secure, waterproof seal.  Extra O-rings and O-ring lubricant are included.

    To ensure compatibility, users should consult SeaLife’s “fit-guide” on the website (www.sealife-cameras.com/sportdiver-compatibility/) or simply scan the QR code provided to determine if their phone model will fit seamlessly into the SportDiver S housing.





    Item Description US Retail
    SL408 SportDiver S Underwater Smartphone Housing $299.95

     




    Included with SeaLife SportDiver S, Model SL408:


    • SportDiver S Underwater Smartphone Housing

    • Three ¼-20 Accessory mounts (for lights, trays & grips)

    • Vacuum pump

    • Rubber Grip Tabs (12x Small, 12x Medium and 12x Large)

    • Spare O-rings (1x Main Seal and Vacuum Check Port O-ring)

    		  


     


    • O-ring lubricant

    • O-ring removal tool

    • Anti-Glare Strips (3)

    • Moisture Muncher sample pack (1 capsule)

    • AAA alkaline batteries (2)

    • SportDiver EVA Carry Case

    • Wrist lanyard


    For larger smartphones, including Samsung’s range of Galaxy Ultra models and Google’s Pixel range, users can select the deeper diving (130’/40m) SeaLife SportDiver Ultra, which includes a red color-correction filter, seven ¼-20 accessory mounts, and a custom-fit EVA travel case.  All SeaLife SportDiver models function with the same SportDiver app, and adapt to all SportDiver accessories.

    SeaLife’s SportDiver S phone housing will be available worldwide in late April 2025.

    SportDiver S with six-inch Wide Angle Dome Lens

    SportDiver S with Lens Adapter and 52mm Wide-Angle Dome Lens

     

    SportDiver S with Sea Dragon 6000 Color Boost Auto Photo/Video Light Kit





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  • Issue 143 of Underwater Photography Magazine Available

    Issue 143 of Underwater Photography Magazine Available



    The latest edition of Underwater Photography magazine—Issue 143—is now available as a free download.

    The issue begins with a handy roundup of industry news and the latest imaging equipment. New gear highlights include the Nauticam housing for the Panasonic Lumix S1RII, Nauticam’s UltraBright Monitors, and the AOI Aura Light System multicolor light. We’re also excited to see Byron Conroy’s review of the new Nauticam Midrange Focus Optimizer (MFO-1)—an intriguing gadget that we hope to have a good play with ourselves one day!

    In other features, Peter Rowlands chats to veteran shooter and Ikelike Ambassador David Fleetham, the Backscatter team expounds the joys of fluoro using their new excitation filter for the Hybrid Flash, Lars Stenholt Kirkegaard goes on a fascinating nudibranch safari at Gulen Dive Resort in Norway, and Colin Munro recounts his search for the planet’s second-largest fish—the basking shark—off the west coast of Scotland and Southwest England.

    Getting your free copy of the latest issue of Underwater Photography magazine is a breeze: Simply sign up with your email to get access. If you’ve already signed up (and you’re logged in), you can download your copy directly here.  

     

     





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  • Second Underwater Awards Australasia Imaging Competition Launching in June 2025

    Second Underwater Awards Australasia Imaging Competition Launching in June 2025



    DPG is thrilled to announce the second edition of the Underwater Awards Australasia—the premier underwater imaging competition focused on the Australasian region. Like the hugely successful inaugural edition, the 2025 competition is a three-way collaboration between the long-established Underwater Australasia, DPG, and underwater imaging equipment and dive gear distributor UW Images.

    Like last year, the competition will culminate in an exhibition at the Go Diving Show ANZ in Sydney, Australia, in September. Once again, the exhibition will feature stunning metal prints of the finalist entries by Printing Partner PhotoMart, which will be available for purchase. Half the proceeds from print sales will go to Environmental Partners Australian Marine Conservation Society and Take 3 for the Sea.

    The prizes, worth more than A$50,000 in total, include dive trips with the world’s top resorts and liveaboards, as well as the latest underwater photo and video gear. Entrants compete for prizes in 9 categories, including the unique “Reels Showcase” video category. The top image or video among the category winners receives the distinction of “Best of Show.” This year’s prestigious judging panel comprises photo judges Tobias Friedrich, Jayne Jenkins, Matty Smith, Tanya Houppermans, Scott Portelli and William Tan; and video judges Philip Hamilton and Ross Long.

    The competition calls for passionate underwater shooters from around the world to submit their most captivating and compelling images and videos from the Australasian region. Shooters are invited to immerse themselves in the challenge of capturing the essence of this extraordinary realm, where every frame tells a story of the delicate balance and breathtaking beauty that characterises our oceans.

    The competition opens on June 1 and closes on July 20, 2025. Winners will be revealed during an awards ceremony at the Go Diving Show ANZ, September 6–7, and subsequently on UnderwaterCompetition.com. The results will be published by supporting media partners worldwide shortly thereafter. The entry fees are US$10 per image or video entered.

    Find out more at www.underwaterawards.com, and make sure to check out the 2024 winners.

     





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