With the continuous development of underwater photography technology and the popularity of action camera flashlights, more and more people are trying to use action cameras to shoot underwater videos. However, in underwater shooting, it is not easy to shoot clear and bright video due to the limitation of light. To solve this problem, we can use action camera flash to enhance the shot. In this article, we’ll show you how to capture underwater video with an action camera flashlight flash.
How to choose the right flash?
When choosing a flash, we need to consider the following factors:
- Brightness of the flash: The higher the brightness of the flash, the better the brightness and clarity of the captured video. Therefore, we can choose some flashes with higher brightness to obtain better shooting effects.
- The color temperature of the flash: the color and light in the underwater environment will change, so we need to choose a flash that is suitable for underwater shooting. Some flashes designed specifically for underwater photography, such as white-balanced flashes, can provide more realistic colors.
- Flash range: The flash range refers to the furthest distance the light from the flash can reach. In underwater shooting, we need to choose a flash with a longer range to illuminate a larger area during shooting.
- The battery life of the flash: The battery life of the flash is also one of the factors we need to consider. When choosing a flash, we need to choose some flashes with high battery life to ensure that sufficient light can be continuously provided during shooting.
How to shoot underwater video with flash?
- Choose the correct flash settings: Before shooting underwater video, we need to have the correct settings for the flash. First of all, we need to choose the appropriate flash brightness and color temperature to get the best shooting effect. Secondly, we also need to choose the range and interval of the flash to ensure that the flash can illuminate the entire shooting area.
- Adjust camera settings: When shooting underwater videos, we also need to adjust the camera settings to adapt to the underwater environment. For example, we need to select an appropriate white balance mode to ensure that the color and environment of underwater shooting are realistic; at the same time, we also need to adjust the exposure compensation and ISO value of the camera to adapt to the light environment.
- Choose the right shooting angle and distance: When shooting underwater videos, we also need to choose the right shooting angle and distance. Generally speaking, we can choose to be close to the subject being photographed so that the flash can better illuminate the subject. At the same time, we also need to choose the right angle to shoot the best picture effect.
- Control shooting speed and stability: In underwater shooting, shooting speed and stability are also very important factors. During the shooting process, we need to control the shooting speed to ensure the smooth and stable picture. At the same time, we also need to use anti-shake equipment, such as an anti-shake bar, to ensure that the picture will not shake and blur.
- Proper use of flash: When shooting underwater video, we need to use flash properly. Excessive use of the flash will cause the picture to be too bright or halo, which will affect the shooting effect. Therefore, we need to make appropriate flash adjustment and control according to the shooting environment and needs.
To sum up, shooting underwater video with an action camera flash requires the details of choosing the right flash, adjusting camera settings, controlling shooting angle and distance, using the flash properly, and maintaining the flash. Clear, bright underwater video is only possible with proper use and maintenance of flash units.
