Underwater cameras are costly. GoPro video cameras have become a popular choice for Papua New Guinea divers over the last few years because it’s a lightweight camera that can be used in the deep sea. It also supports Wi-fi, Bluetooth, and even has a tagging and built-in video editing function that makes it easier to process and transfer files in different gadgets. However, not everyone can take home beautiful photos and videos of underwater moments. There are often complaints of white balance issues and lack of colors, and shots that appear moist. However, these issues only need a few GoPro accessories to make the most out of diving in Papua New Guinea. These are the following:

 

Underwater Dive Housing

The GoPro Hero 3 and Hero 4 are not waterproof at all. Meanwhile, the latest GoPro Hero 5, 6 and 7 are waterproof up to 33 feet. To get extra protection for your GoPro camera from any source of water, external impact, moist, or debris (such as hair, dust and sand), we recommend having a waterproof case. An underwater dive housing will also let you capture fleeting moments even beyond diving 33 feet.

Waterproof GoPro Selfie Stick

In scuba, muck and wreck diving in Papua New Guinea, there are areas that your camera can’t reach because you may disturb the marine ecosystem, shy away critters, or harass and stress out the animals. Thus, to get a better angle to your photos without harming the animals, an adjustable waterproof selfie stick can do the job. With this, you can get wide coverage and stable shots. Plus, you can take candid-looking pictures (or even selfies) with the transparent stick appearing invisible in your photos!

Red Filter

The usual complaint of divers is photos coming out dull. There’s a lack of color and contrast in the images and the water appears greenish instead of blue. To solve this, a red filter can be attached to your GoPro. This will balance the lights and block the reds to bring out brighter but natural-looking shots.

Note: GoPro Hero 6 and 7 don’t need a red filter anymore due to their automatic color correction.

 

Diving Light

When diving deeper, a red filter may not be enough especially if there is low light. Photos and videos may appear darker. Fortunately, there are diving lights that you can attach to help you capture better photos even in night diving. The diving light will bring out the best possible colors and contrasts in underwater environments and enhance the shots. Remember, any light is better than no light at all in diving.

Camera Tray

There’s a lot of movement underwater. Hence, most shots are shaky and blurry. To make it stable, a camera tray would be convenient. A lightweight and durable two-handed tray will help you take quality photos and videos from your GoPro like a professional. It will also give you more control to fix your camera and lets you attach a diving light.

Protect your GoPro camera, fix bad coloring, get extra light, and take pro-quality pictures with these accessories. Take these with you on your next diving session to Papua New Guinea!