Photography is quite a wide topic. There are a number of things which need to be looked into for taking the perfect picture. This is the case when it comes to underwater digital imaging as well. Even though underwater photography is a very niche concept, there is a lot of hard work that goes into capturing the perfect picture. Here are a couple of things to look into:
Colors
Unlike regular photographs, underwater photography is much more closely related with lighting. Colors can easily dissipate with the depth because of refraction. Many times, colors start turning grey the deeper a diver goes. Some colors will lose vibrancy while others will become more distinct. Red appears much better underwater for some reason. In the tropics, yellow, green and red are eye catching since the reefs are shallow and allow more light underwater.
The camera
Getting a simple point and shoot camera can make underwater imaging simple and a lot of fun. These
cameras are usually disposable and can be gotten rid of once used. But they aren’t going to offer the same level of quality as high end cameras. They will work well for amateur photographers who just plan on using them a few times while on vacation. There is no need to buy expensive cameras just to click a few pictures every year.
Flash
The camera needs to also have a great flash. A nice sunny day and clear water can help quite a bit here as well. But this is not something which will always be possible. That’s why it is essential that a photographer also carry a good flash. This will make it easier to consider, plan and even shoot pictures irrespective of the type of weather conditions.
Keeping these tips in mind will surely help anyone become a more effective underwater photographer.
