What Do Jellyfish Have to Do With the Moon?
Ethereal and semi-transparent, jellyfish can be amazing to see while diving, but not so much fun to get stung by. Closer to shore, groups of jellyfish (called a bloom, a swarm, or a smack) can swarm in the thousands. Scientists have found a correlation with the lunar calendar in determining when jellyfish arrive in nearshore waters. In Hawaii…
Corals: The Foundation of the Reef
Interesting fishes and marine mammals seem to garner our affection when diving and doing underwater photography in Hawaii. But there is an animal that is the foundation of the reef that deserves a look- corals! Coral reefs have the distinction of being planet earth’s largest living structures. Even though they may look like a rock…
UW Photography Tips and Etiquette
More and more people are taking a camera underwater, digitally capturing their ocean adventures. Market intelligence company Fior Markets predicts that the global underwater camera market is expected to grow from the $4.8 billion it saw in 2019 to a staggering $15.3 billion by 2027- that’s much more market growth than above water equipment sales. With…
Underwater Photography Firsts
We’ve seen underwater photography and video advance rapidly since opening Lahaina Divers. Equipment has gotten smaller, lighter and more efficient. With different price entry points, just about anyone can take an underwater image. However, there were some important trailblazers that paved the way in developing the industry we know today. First underwater photo Englishman William…
The Best UW Cameras for Travel
When going on vacation, you want to focus on the experience, not bulky or complicated camera set ups. The flip side is, Maui’s underwater landscape is definitely something you want to capture digitally. Here are a some of 2020’s best recommendations for compact cameras that won’t cramp your vacation style. SeaLife SportDiver for iPhone It…