PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Course

Take this course if you want to:

• Capture stunning underwater photos and videos
• Reduce backscatter and enhance color
• Use your action camera or underwater strobes
• Learn professional tips for photographing marine life

About the Course
The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course teaches you how to capture beautiful underwater images with confidence. Avoid common beginner mistakes, master using underwater strobes, and enhance your photos with expert advice. Whether you’re using a GoPro or compact camera, you’ll learn how to take stunning shots while diving.

What You’ll Learn

• Photo composition, shooting angles, and lighting techniques
• How to use strobes and avoid backscatter
• Best practices for using underwater cameras and video equipment

Course Format
PADI eLearning: Study online at your own pace (2-4 hours)
In-Water Training: Two dives with your instructor, using your camera or our rental equipment, applying the SEA (Shoot, Examine, Adjust) method. Total course time: 2 days

Prerequisites & Age

• Minimum age: 10 years
• (Jr.) Open Water Diver or equivalent certification

Course Includes:

• Digital underwater camera rental (optional)
• Study materials
• Instructor-led in-water training
• PADI registration fees

Next Steps

Complete your Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty and work towards the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating!