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Capturing the colorful underwater world through photography or video during your vacation is a lot of fun! Are you looking for an affordable underwater camera to use while diving and snorkeling? There are two popular choices on the market today that allow you to capture stunning underwater photos without breaking the bank: the Divevolk underwater housing for smartphones and the OM System TG-7 with its dedicated underwater housing.
Divevolk Smartphone Underwater Housing: Use Your Smartphone as an Underwater Camera
For those who don’t want to spend extra on a full camera system, the Divevolk underwater housing offers a smart, cost-effective solution. This case allows you to use your existing phone for underwater photography.
Directly to the smartphone housing in the webshop
Key Benefits:
- Affordable underwater camera: Instead of purchasing a new camera, the Divevolk housing lets you utilize your current smartphone. This means you can invest a fraction of the cost that an underwater camera set would require.
- Easy to use: With simple installation and secure sealing, it’s easy to convert your smartphone into a functional underwater camera in no time. The user-friendly design means even beginners can quickly get the hang of it.
- Full Access to Phone Functions: The Divevolk housing provides access to your phone’s touch screen, allowing you to take photos, videos, and even use apps underwater. You can even make a call with your smartphone while it’s still in the housing once you're back above water in case of an emergency. You can easily view documents underwater or even type a message to your dive buddy.
- Durability and Depth: Made with high-quality, waterproof materials, the housing is designed to withstand depths up to 60 meters. Whether you’re snorkeling in shallow water or diving deeper, this case keeps your phone safe and operational.
This is a very popular solution for affordable underwater photography and filming. Use the camera you’re already familiar with—even underwater: the one on your smartphone.
OM System TG-7 with PT-059 Underwater Housing
If you’re looking for a affordable dedicated underwater camera system that delivers excellent performance in and out of the water, the OM System TG-7 is a very good choice. It’s a compact, tough camera built specifically for rugged conditions, and with its underwater housing, it becomes a great underwater camera for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Directly to the Olympus / OM System underwater camera in the webshop
Key Benefits:
- Toughness: The TG-7 is shockproof, freeze-proof, and waterproof to a certain extent even without housing. With its additional underwater case, you can take it down to depths of 45 meters!
- Underwater Modes: The TG-7 camera offers underwater shooting modes, that automatically adjust color balance and exposure for underwater conditions, making it easier to capture vibrant and clear images.
- High-Quality Lens and Sensor: The TG-7 features a high-quality lens and sensor that deliver sharp, vibrant photos even in low-light conditions, which is a common challenge in underwater photography. The camera has an amazing macro mode.
- Compact and Portable: Its small size makes it easy to carry, whether you’re hiking to a dive site or swimming in the ocean. It’s designed for portability without sacrificing quality.
For photographers who want a dedicated underwater camera that delivers exceptional results and offers specific features for underwater shooting, the TG-7 is a top pick.
Conclusion
Both the Divevolk smartphone housing and the OM System TG-7 with underwater housing offer affordable, high-quality options for underwater photography. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to turn your smartphone into an underwater camera, the Divevolk housing is an excellent choice. However, if you want a rugged, feature-packed camera designed for underwater use, the TG-7 is a reliable and powerful option. Whichever you choose, these products will help you capture the breathtaking world beneath the waves without overspending.
