PADI Digital Underwater Photographer
Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties. The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly with today's modern digital equipment, whether you use a point-and-shoot camera or a sophisticated D-SLR like the pros.
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The Fun Part
It's a great way to relive the adventures you’ve had, plus capture images to share with your friends and family.
digital underwater photography
What You Learn
- How to choose the right underwater camera system for you
- The PADI SEA method for getting great shots quickly
- The three primary principles for good underwater photos
You put this information into practice during two dives. The first dive can be in a pool or in open water, and the second is in open water. For all your learning materials and equipment, contact Blue Planet.
Prerequisites
This class can be taken on scuba or on snorkel.
- To take the course on scuba:
- PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver (or hold a qualifying certification from another training organization) or enrolled in PADI Open Water Diver course
- 10 years or older
- To take the course on snorkel:
- No requirements
The Scuba Gear You Use
You use all your basic scuba gear or snorkel gear. You will also use underwater photography equiment. It is best if you have your own camera system so we can teach you its specific features.
Required Paperwork
We'll be sending new students a Smartwaiver to let you fill out all the required paperwork online. This will include a Medical Questionnaire which may require you to get a physician's approval prior to diving.
Your Next Adventure
Since much of beginner photography is based around buoyancy, the Peak Performance Buoyancy course gives you helpful tips to optimize your weighting and skills so you’ll be in better position to capture that perfect picture.
For more information about this or other PADI courses contact us anytime!
