UWP Equipment

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Using the Olympus 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens for Underwater Photography

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Using the Olympus 30mm f/3.5 Macro Lens for Underwater Photography

I thought I’d start off a new series looking at the range of Micro Four-Third lenses I use for taking underwater pictures and kick things off with the M. Zuiko Digital ED 30mm f/3.5 Macro lens.

The Backscatter Mini Flash 2 Strobe for Underwater Photography: Video and extra info

The Backscatter Mini Flash 2 Strobe for Underwater Photography: Video and extra info

My latest YouTube video is a look at the Backscatter Mini Flash 2 strobe. It’s a strobe primarily designed for underwater macro photography and is packed with features.

The Marelux Apollo S : A video about Marelux's Mid-Priced Strobe for Underwater Photography

The Marelux Apollo S : A video about Marelux's Mid-Priced Strobe for Underwater Photography

Phil takes a look at the Marelux Apollo S strobe in a YouTube video. We’ve also included some details in this blog about pricing and accessories.

The S220 Strobe: A Video About INON's Current Underwater Photography Strobe

The S220 Strobe: A Video About INON's Current Underwater Photography Strobe

I recently tested the INON S220 strobe and made a YouTube video about it. Here it is and if you want more details about our prices for the strobe and the accessories available for it you’ll find them below the video.

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Taking close up pictures with the Olympus & OM System TG cameras. Which focusing distances do you get in different modes?

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Taking close up pictures with the Olympus & OM System TG cameras. Which focusing distances do you get in different modes?

The macro capabilities of the TG cameras are regarded as one of their strongest features. In this blog I’m going to take a look at the settings on the various camera models that give you the ability to get closest to those tiny critters.

A Guide to Trays and Handles for Underwater Photography

A Guide to Trays and Handles for Underwater Photography

One of the most common accessories to add to an underwater housing is a tray. Trays allow you to have a handle or pair of handles to give a steadier grip when using your camera and also allow the mounting of an arm system to use strobes or video lights.

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A Guide to Strobe Arms for Underwater Photography

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A Guide to Strobe Arms for Underwater Photography

Phil Medcalf takes a look at the arm systems available for use with strobes and video lights when doing underwater photography or videography, compares the different designs and looks at some of the range of arms produced by various manufacturers.