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Marco Heesbeen started diving in 1999. After completing his CMAS 2* certification, he quickly developed a passion for underwater photography. Within a year he purchased his very first digital underwater camera and immediately became fascinated by capturing life below the surface.
Today, Marco rarely dives without a camera. As he often says:
“If I don’t take my camera underwater, I will definitely encounter something special and regret not being able to capture it.”
Over the years Marco has developed his own recognizable style of underwater photography. He is always searching for unique perspectives, powerful compositions and creative lighting techniques. His work often moves beyond traditional underwater photography, featuring abstract details, dramatic close focus wide angle images and artistic underwater scenes that make viewers wonder how the image was created.
Marco enjoys participating in national and international underwater photography competitions, where he exchanges ideas and experiences with fellow photographers from around the world. Throughout his career he has won the Dutch National Championship three times and represented the Netherlands during multiple CMAS World Championships.
Some of his personal highlights include:
His award-winning work and underwater images have been published in magazines, dive media and photography platforms worldwide.
In 2002 Marco founded Onderwaterhuis.NL, which later expanded internationally into UWCameraStore.com. What started as a small underwater camera shop has grown into one of Europe’s leading specialists in underwater photography and underwater video equipment.
Today, nearly 25 years later, a passionate team of divers, underwater photographers and videographers helps customers from all over the world with:
Marco truly turned his hobby into his profession.
Besides photography, Marco frequently tests and reviews the latest underwater photography equipment. He writes in-depth articles, hands-on reviews and setup guides for cameras, underwater housings, strobes, lenses and accessories.
His work has been featured in leading Dutch diving magazines such as:
He also publishes educational content and equipment reviews online for underwater photographers and videographers worldwide.
On this page you can find underwater photography articles, equipment reviews, camera setup guides and underwater imaging tips written by Marco Heesbeen.
Besides his work for UWCameraStore and Onderwaterhuis, Marco also shares his award-winning underwater photography on his personal website. Visit www.marcoheesbeen.com to view his underwater photography portfolio, international awards and published work.
When choosing the right dome port for your camera and lenses, there are many factors to consider. Is a glass dome better than an acrylic dome? What size dome is best for a specific lens? In this blog, we’ll answer these questions and explain how to use port charts to make an informed decision.
Capturing photos or videos underwater is an amazing way to explore and share another world, but it can be quite challenging. A balanced camera setup not only makes your dive easier but also more enjoyable. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to weigh your camera setup and pick the perfect buoyancy arms step by step. Let’s dive in!
If you're a photographer or videographer who loves underwater photography, you probably know how expensive the right gear can get. From high-performance cameras to specialized underwater housings, the costs can quickly spiral out of control, often making enthusiasts settle for less-than-ideal setups. That's where AOI comes in, offering an affordable yet high-performance solution with their new AOI UH-A7IV Underwater Housing designed specifically for the Sony A7IV.
If you're an underwater photographer looking to take your shots to the next level, the AOI UIS-P1 strobe might just be your new best friend. This innovative strobe is packed with powerful features, making it the perfect choice for those looking to combine professional-grade performance with an easy-to-use design. All at a mid-range price point.
Ready to dive into the world of advanced underwater strobes? Let’s explore why the AOI UIS-P1 is the strobe you’ve been waiting for!
Planning to take your camera underwater? You’re about to face an exciting (but sometimes overwhelming) choice: which underwater housing should you go for? Two of the biggest names in the industry are Nauticam and Ikelite. Both brands have excellent reputations, but they differ in several key areas. In this blog, we’ll break down the strengths and weaknesses of each brand to help you make the right choice.
Nauticam and Ikelite are two of the most widely used underwater housing manufacturers. For a broader overview of different housing brands and their design approaches, see our article about underwater housing brands.
So, are you ready to find the perfect housing for your underwater adventures? Let’s dive in!
If you have not yet checked whether an underwater housing is available for your camera model, see our guide on how to choose the right underwater housing. This article explains how to determine compatibility between cameras, housings, ports and lenses.
Underwater photos and videos often look too blue or unbalanced, especially when you rely on natural light. Red filters for your camera and blue ambient filters for your lights help restore natural color and create a better balance between foreground and background.
Have you ever taken underwater photos with a dome port and noticed something strange? The center of your image is crystal clear, but the edges look soft and blurry. What causes this? More importantly, how can you fix it? Don’t worry, we’ll keep things simple and informative. This guide will help you take your underwater photography to the next level.
Ikelite underwater housings offer the perfect balance of durability, versatility, and affordability. Designed for divers and photographers, they perform reliably at depths of up to 60 meters. From wide-angle shots to macro close-ups, Ikelite delivers high-quality results. There are housings available for Sony, Nikon, Canon, Olympus / OM System, Fujifilm and Panasonic cameras.
If you are still deciding which underwater housing system is suitable for your camera, see our guide on how to choose the right underwater housing.
Now, taking a closer look at the Divevolk SeaTouch 4 Max Plus underwater housing. The standout feature is that it’s currently the only smartphone housing on the market that allows full use of your smartphone’s touchscreen underwater. This feature is, in our opinion, a real game-changer.
Blue video footage ? A lot of divers and snorkeler will recognize this problem when they have filmed in tropical blue water. The beautiful colors can be gained back with a color filter, to be used on your GoPro during your dive. You will restore immediately the red shades, which normally are lost, during filming. The FLIP color correction and macro system is especially designed for this. Suitable for Hero 5,6,7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13.
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