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Underwater Cameras vs DIVEVOLK Phone Cases: What’s Best for Your Dive?

Underwater Cameras vs DIVEVOLK Phone Cases: What’s Best for Your Dive?

, 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.

Why Divevolk Is Changing the Game

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.

Why Some Divers Still Choose GoPro or DSLR Rigs

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.

Comparison at a Glance

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

Why We Back DIVEVOLK

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.


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