
Underwater Cameras vs DIVEVOLK Phone Cases: What’s Best for Your Dive?
, by Abigail Harwood, 4 min reading time
, by Abigail Harwood, 4 min reading time
Underwater content creation used to be the domain of techy videographers with bulky camera rigs and dedicated housings. These days, it's a lot more accessible. Whether you’re a casual snorkeller, a freediver, or a seasoned scuba pro, the question now is more personal: do you really need a separate action camera, or can your phone do it all?
The answer for many divers is changing—thanks to DIVEVOLK.
DIVEVOLK phone housings don’t just keep your phone dry. They turn it into a fully functional underwater camera, with touch-screen access even below the surface. You can shoot, edit, log your dive, or post to your socials—all before you’ve even taken off your wetsuit.
We’ve tested DIVEVOLK gear in real Aussie dive conditions, and the results are impressive. The flexibility, image quality, and ease of use rival even dedicated dive cameras, especially for everyday diving and content creation.
Why Divevolk stands out:
Full touch control underwater
Depth rated to 60 metres
Supports most major phone brands
Mounts to trays, lights, and arms like any pro camera rig
You can log dives, control apps, and write notes—mid-dive
For most divers, it simplifies the gear loadout without compromising results.
GoPro cameras are compact and tough. DSLR rigs deliver unbeatable image quality. But both require more gear, more cost, and more setup. Once you’ve used a DIVEVOLK, it’s easy to see why many divers are leaving their action cams at home.
GoPro drawbacks:
Limited controls underwater
Wide-angle only, no touchscreen access
Colour correction needed for deeper water
Requires separate editing and transferring
DSLR drawbacks:
Bulky and expensive
Manual operation is complex
Setup and travel can be a difficult
That’s not to say they don’t have their place. But unless you’re a professional videographer or specialist photographer, DIVEVOLK often makes more sense—especially if you want to travel light and stay versatile.
Feature |
Divevolk Phone Case |
Action Cam (e.g. GoPro) |
DSLR / Mirrorless |
Ease of Use |
Full touchscreen underwater |
Button-only menus |
Manual dials and settings |
Image Quality |
High, depending on phone |
Very good |
Exceptional |
Depth Rating |
60m+ |
10–40m (with housing) |
40–100m (with housing) |
Portability |
Pocket-size |
Compact |
Bulky |
Cost |
Low to mid-range |
Mid-range |
High |
Best For |
Everyday divers, content creators, dive loggers |
Action footage |
Pro photography |
At Dive Lantern, we stock and support DIVEVOLK because we’ve seen how well it performs in the real world. It turns your everyday phone into a serious dive tool. And when paired with one or two of our underwater video lights and a good tray mount, the results speak for themselves.
You’ll get sharp footage, vivid colours, and total control—without the complexity or cost of building a full rig.
Whether you're filming a cray under a ledge, logging a dive in the shallows, or capturing manta rays on the Ningaloo, DIVEVOLK gives you the freedom to shoot, create, and share—right from your phone.
Explore our DIVEVOLK gear and kits today. Let’s simplify your dive setup and upgrade your footage.