Robert Herb Photography Blog

As someone who loves capturing the wonders of the underwater world, I want to emphasize how important memory cards are for us underwater photographers. These tiny technological marvels silently hold onto all the beauty and mystery we encounter beneath the waves. But it's crucial to pick the right card, handle it with care, and always have a backup to avoid any frustrating setbacks. Let's chat about the importance of choosing, using, and protecting your memory cards to make sure your underwater photography adventures go smoothly and stay enjoyable. Selecting the Right Memory Card Types of Memory Cards SD Cards (Secure Digital): Best For: SLRs, mirrorless cameras, and some point-and-shoot cameras. Why: These cards are versatile, widely compatible, and come in different sizes (standard, mini, micro) to fit various devices. CF Cards (CompactFlash): Best For: High-end SLRs and professional mirrorless cameras. Why: Kno...

As a Photo Pro at Turquoise Divers, a Dive Resort located in Roatan, Honduras, I have the pleasure of welcoming new groups of divers each week to explore the beautiful reef. Among these groups, there are always several photographers or videographers who are part of the diving experience. I often find myself being asked if I have spare batteries, various cables (such as USB, Fiber Optic, and TTL), storage devices, desiccants like silicon gel packs, case straps or lanyards, and other accessories. In this week's blog post, I am focusing on a list of some of the equipment that a traveling underwater photographer/videographer might need to pack before leaving for their dive destination. Remember, you are dedicating lots of money and time for this trip, the last thing you need is to forget some critical item that is necessary to capture your memories while on this trip. As a professional underwater photographer, meticulous packing is crucial for a successful trip. Having the right equipm...

  Introduction: Taking great photos underwater can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. It requires specialized equipment and careful maintenance. Whether you're using a big system with an SLR or mirrorless camera, a medium system like SeaLife, Olympus, or compact cameras, or even a cellphone in housing, it's important to take proper care of your gear to ensure it lasts and performs well. In this guide, you'll find essential tips for maintaining and safeguarding your underwater camera, housing, strobes, lights, strobe arms, and cables, tailored to different system sizes. Large Systems (SLRs & Mirrorless) 1. Housing Maintenance Post-Dive Rinse: Immediately after each dive, rinse the housing thoroughly with fresh water to remove salt and debris. Pay special attention to buttons and O-rings. Soaking: Soak the housing in fresh water for at least 15 minutes after every dive trip. This helps dissolve salt cr...