Capturing the Deep: Why Underwater Photographers Are Turning to Sidemount and Self-Reliant Diving — and Why Oceans 5 Gili Air is the Ideal Place to Learn
Why Underwater Photographers Are Turning to Sidemount and Self-Reliant Diving Sidemount Course Gili Islands | Scuba Diving Indonesia | Oceans 5 Gili Air In the world of scuba diving, the camera has become as essential as the dive computer. Underwater photography has evolved from a niche passion into one of the most common reasons people dive. Whether it's capturing the graceful movements of a manta ray, the colors of a coral reef, or the elusive glance of a pygmy seahorse, divers are increasingly bringing their cameras along for every descent. However, with the rising popularity of underwater photography comes a set of new challenges—many of which cannot be overcome by the camera alone. Unlike recreational divers who follow a group and are content simply taking in the sights, photographers often require more time, control, and flexibility to capture the perfect shot. That’s where specialized diving techniques come in. Two PADI specialties have gained popularity among serious photog...
