Underwater Digital Photography

Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties, and with so many underwater cameras to choose from, it has become easier and more fun than ever to capture images of your underwater scuba adventures.

The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly, whether you use a point-and-shoot camera or a sophisticated dSLR like the pros.

Requirements

Open Water Divers who are at least 10 years old are eligible to take the Digital Underwater Photographer course.

​The Learning

Through hands-on training during two scuba dives and guidance from your instructor, you’ll discover:

  • How to choose the right underwater camera system for you.

  • The PADI SEA (Shoot, Examine, Adjust) method for getting great shots quickly.

  • Principles for good composition of underwater images.

  • Practical techniques to take great photos with your digital camera.​

Also, the first dive of the Digital Underwater Photographer course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask us about earning credit.

​Important Medical Information

For your safety and to avoid delays in your course:

Download and Print the Diver Medical Form
 

Carefully read the form and answer the Medical History Questions honestly.​
 

If you can answer "Yes" to question 3, 5, or 10, OR any question on page 2, then written clearance to dive, without restrictions, from a physician is required prior to any in-water activities. Immediately do the following:​

  • Take or send all 3 pages of the form to your physician (MD or DO).

  • Ask your physician to complete the PHYSICIAN section on Page 3 of the form and return the form to you.
    Student Divers who are professional physicians may not sign for approval on their own medical form.

  • Make a copy of the completed form and put it in a safe place. You may need it in the future.

  • Bring the completed original form to your first course session. 

Give your completed Diver Medical Form to your instructor at your first course session. Otherwise, your training will be delayed.​

For questions regarding your fitness to scuba dive, please speak with your physician. You and/or your physician can also speak with Diving Medicine Specialists at Divers Alert Network at no charge. Contact the Divers Alert Network (DAN) non-emergency medical information line at 919-684-2948 (Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CT). Referrals to local diving and hyperbaric medicine specialists are available.

If you have a copy of this form signed by a physician within 12 months prior to the expected completion date of your course, and your medical history has not changed, then you may provide a copy of it to your instructor. Otherwise, you will need to complete a new form.

Pricing

$179

Course tuition includes:

  • PADI Digital Underwater Photographer Crew-Pak
    (Manual and other knowledge development materials)

  • Instructional dives with our professional crew*

  • Rental tank and weights

  • Certification processing

  • Certification card

*Quarry fees, air fills and scuba equipment rental not included. Add $60 if you require rental regulator, BCD and dive computer.

​Get Started

Call Denny’s Scuba Adventures to enroll in the course and get the PADI Digital Underwater Photographer manual. By studying before the dives, you’ll be better prepared to start practicing your digital underwater photography skills when you go diving with your Instructor.

Student Agreement: By registering for the Digital Underwater Photographer Course, you indicate that you have read and agree to the course policies, terms and conditions.

​Digital Underwater Photographer Course is scheduled as needed. Call Denny’s Frazier at (509) 499-7513

 The Gear

Beyond using basic scuba equipment, you’ll need a digital underwater camera and a computer or other device for downloading and viewing your images. Your instructor may suggest additional equipment and accessories depending on your camera system. Visit Scuba Frisco to get advice about everything you need for your underwater photography adventures.

The Next Step

With your PADI Digital Underwater Photographer certification, you're well on your way toward earning additional specialty diver certifications, the Advanced Open Water Diver certification, or the prestigious Master Scuba Diver certification. You may want to expand your diving skills even more with the Rescue Diver course. Ask your instructor or divemaster or give us a call for more details.