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  1. Snoot Lighting in Underwater Photography: A Practical Guide

    Underwater macro subject lit with dramatic snoot lighting against a black background

    Snoot lighting has become one of the most creative tools in modern underwater photography. It gives photographers precise control over light, allowing you to isolate subjects, remove distracting backgrounds, and create highly dramatic, sculpted images.

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  2. Cashback on OM-1 Mark II and PRO lenses

    Om System Cash back

    From April 16 to May 17, 2026, a cashback promotion applies to selected OM SYSTEM products. This includes the OM-1 Mark II body, the 12-40mm kit, and two wide-angle lenses.

    The cashback is not applied at purchase. After buying, you can submit the cashback request yourself via OM SYSTEM.

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  3. Opening hours during public holidays

    Opening hours during public holidays

    During public holidays, adjusted opening hours often apply. On this page, you will find a clear overview of when we are open or closed, so you know exactly what to expect. Useful if you plan to visit our store or place an order through our webshop.

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  4. Underwater color correction filters explained

    Blue-underwater-photos

    When you start shooting underwater, one thing becomes obvious very quickly: your photos and videos look blue. Even in clear tropical water, warm colors disappear fast. This is not a problem with your camera. It is simply how light behaves underwater. To get natural colors back, you need to correct this. 

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  5. How to use a flip adapter for underwater photography

    double-flip-adapter

    Using wet lenses underwater gives you a lot of flexibility, but constantly removing and reattaching them during a dive can be slow and inconvenient. A flip adapter solves this problem by allowing you to switch lenses instantly without taking them off your housing.

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  6. Qysea or Chasing: which underwater drone fits your workflow?

    Chasing vs QySEA

    Trying to decide between Qysea and Chasing? In this comparison, we highlight the key differences between these two underwater drone brands. Want a broader overview of applications, system types and how to choose the right setup?

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  7. What is sonar and how does it work on an underwater drone?

    Sonar image underwater drone

    Sonar is becoming an essential tool in underwater drone and ROV operations. In environments where visibility is limited, it allows you to work accurately and reliably.

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  8. Underwater drones in practice: search and rescue

    Underwater drone QySea W6 with gripper arm

    Underwater drones are playing an increasingly important role in search and rescue (SAR) operations. In situations where visibility is limited and time is critical, technologies like ROVs and sonar make it possible to work faster and more efficiently.

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  9. Gates Underwater Housings for Professional Cinema Cameras

    Gates underwater housing for professional cinema cameras used in underwater cinematography

    Gates Underwater Products is known for building underwater housings that meet all challenges. Their systems are used by professional filmmakers, researchers, and technical teams around the world.

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  10. Underwater Housings for Popular Cameras

    Underwater-camera-setup

    Choosing the right underwater housing starts with your camera model. Not every camera has the same housing options, and some models are available in multiple underwater housings from different brands.

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