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Looking for ideas. Portable, inflatable camera float

Started Nov 29, 2018 | Discussions thread
petrochemist Veteran Member • Posts: 3,619
Re: Looking for ideas. Portable, inflatable camera float

A freind with a similar set up used expanded polystyrene for a float for his over/under shots. IIRC he said it was easier to get the camera balanced with this, but he was taking his from a small boat - so the rest of the dive wasn't an issue.

You may find some inflatable childrens toys / floation aids can be employed. When my kids were tiny we had a babys ring (with a fabric seat) that might work.

Another option would be to use things like cola bottles for buoyancy, and simply fill them with water & strap them to your belt for the rest of the dive. Once flooded they should be pretty close to neutral buoyancy. Multiple bottles would give you the ability to adjust the systems natural trim, whilst keeping float out of the way.

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