Fish portraits sit between the two extremes of wide angle and macro photography, and capturing this middle ground can be challenging. Let’s break down the gear, settings and techniques to capture fish portraits worthy of mounting on a wall.
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The vibrant glow of the sun against the brilliant blue of the sea can create a dramatic backdrop for any underwater photo. Here's how to do it right.
Diving is full of magical underwater moments. These accessories, including cameras, underwater smartphone housings, strobes, video lights, wet lenses and other accessories, reviewed by our ScubaLab team, help you capture those memories.
Don't leave your underwater housing at home. From giant Pacific octopuses to nudibranchs and postcard-worthy seascapes, these destinations are a photographer's paradise.
Poor viz can be a huge bummer, especially if you're hoping to fin away from your dive with some stellar photos. Here's how to capture stunning shots even through the murk.
This amazing encounter with a tope shark and its prey happened in Azores, Portugal, roughly 900 miles west of mainland Europe.
Our 2025 Honorable Mentions showcase the magic of life beneath the waves. From striking split-shots of intimate encounters to mesmerizing macro portraits of otherworldly creatures, these images stand out as this year’s photo contest runner-ups.
Scuba Diving magazine announces the winning images from this year's contest. Prepare to be wowed.
If you're vying for a viral social moment, dropping a winning Instagram Reel is a good way to start. Here's how to film the best underwater content to become a social media maven.