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Received from: UW Photography Guide

2024 Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition Announced

The Underwater Photography Guide is delighted to announce that it is accepting entries for the 2024 edition of the annual Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition – now in its 13th year!

The Ocean Art underwater photo contest continues to be the world’s most prestigious underwater photo contest with the largest endowment. This year’s competition features over $60,000 in prizes! The competition attracts amateur to pro photographers across the globe.

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Stunning Porfolio of Sunburst Images Wins the Underwater Awards Australasia 2024

The competition called for passionate underwater shooters from around the world to submit their most captivating and compelling images and videos from the Australasian region.

Shooters were invited to immerse themselves in the challenge of capturing the essence of this extraordinary realm, where every frame tells a story of the delicate balance and breathtaking beauty that characterises our oceans.

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Received from: SeaLife Cameras

SeaLife's New Sea Dragon Duo 10K+ Color Boost Underwater Photo-Video Light Set

The light set’s revolutionary Color Boost feature enhances colors underwater.

The 5000+ lights offer a 90 CRI (color rendering index) with a proprietary LED array that closely simulates natural sunlight (A CRI of 100 would be just like outdoor daylight). Most other LED lights offer a much lower CRI, missing critical colors necessary to produce natural and colorful still images and videos. 

Pentax WG-1000

The WG-1000 is designed for casual underwater photography up to 15 meters (49.2 feet) deep or up to one hour of continuous operation.

 It is robust yet lightweight, making it ideal for both underwater and land activities. It is dust and stain resistant, and shockproof for drops up to 2 meters (6.5 feet). It features a four-times optical zoom (4.9mm to 19.6mm) and digital zoom extending up to 24 times, ensuring detailed shots. 

The 16.35-megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor delivers sharp images. 

Manfrotto Carry-On

This lightweight case features an IP67 waterproof rating, padded touch-fastening dividers with lid foam, latch closure, and metal hasps for optional padlocks.

The new Pro Light Reloader Tough H-55 case is made in Italy for professional photographers and videographers who are frequently on the go. It is constructed with heavy-duty materials that meet military standards, featuring the original Manfrotto style while prioritizing safety and portability. 

The case is designed to fit international carry-on sizes and comes with a 2-stage retractable trolley system. Inside, there is a removable camera organization unit that can be customized with Manfrotto CPS adjustable dividers.

AOI M67 Flip Adapter

This convenient flip adapter, capable of accommodating two M67 lenses, transforms any 67mm-threaded port into a versatile diopter holder, providing easy access to two macro lenses. Crafted from robust, hard-anodised aluminium, this adapter ensures secure attachment to ports with 67mm threads. Its clip-lock mechanism guarantees that lenses remain securely in place during intense shooting sessions.  

Weefine Ring Light

Achieve perfect lighting for ultra macro shots without front-facing glare. Weefine's 1800-lumen LED Ring Light, with a 3000-lumen boost via fibre optic synchronization, ensures well-lit images at close range, ideal for underwater photography even at low ISO settings.

The Weefine Ring Light is not a real flash but an 1800-lumen LED light with a boost function

The RingLight V2 offers five lighting modes: White, Blue, Red, Auto Multicolour Changing (over 900 colours), and a patented LED strobe. 

The Auto Multicolour Changing mode is perfect for macro and close-up photography, but not suitable for wide-angle photography. It features M67 thread mounting, optional adapters, and up to 3000 Lumens in Strobe mode, ensuring versatile lighting solutions. 

Press Release
Received from: Oceanic

Oceanic+ Dive Housing Awarded the 2024 Red Dot Product Design Award

This esteemed recognition underscores Oceanic's commitment to innovation and excellence in product design.

The Red Dot Award is an internationally renowned accolade, celebrating exceptional design quality and innovation across various industries. 

Each year, thousands of products from around the globe undergo rigorous evaluation by an expert panel of judges, with only the most outstanding designs receiving this esteemed award.

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