Camila Reyes
Underwater photography enthusiast and recreational diver sharing beginner-friendly scuba gear insights from a Central American perspective.
Camila is a young diver based in Belize who fell in love with underwater photography after her first reef dive three years back. With around 80 dives under her belt, she's still building her gear collection piece by piece and knows firsthand how confusing equipment choices can be for newer divers. She writes to help others navigate the same research struggles she faced when starting out, focusing on practical advice for recreational divers who want quality gear without the technical overwhelm.
19 published articles on The Scuba Gear Lab
By Camila Reyes
Published Articles
Buyer's Guide
Best Underwater Photography Strobes for Wide Angle and Macro
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How-To Guide
Dive Computer Biometric Integration Checklist: Setup and Configuration
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How-To Guide
How to Properly Fit and Adjust Your Scuba BCD for Maximum Comfort
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Buyer's Guide
Best Budget Dive Computers Under $500
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How-To Guide
How to Pack Scuba Gear for Remote Liveaboard Trips
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How-To Guide
Underwater Photography Gear Checklist: Everything You Need on Every Dive
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How-To Guide
How to Set Up Your Camera Settings for Underwater Photography
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How-To Guide
What Is a Buoyancy Compensator Device: BCD Components and Function Explained
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How-To Guide
Dive Computer Algorithms Explained: Understanding Decompression Models
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How-To Guide
What Is a Scuba Gear Bag: Types, Features, and Purpose Explained
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How-To Guide
Wetsuit Care and Maintenance Checklist for Divers
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Buyer's Guide
Strobes vs Continuous Video Lights: Which Is Better for Underwater Photography?
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Buyer's Guide
Best Travel Wetsuits for Scuba Divers in 2026
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How-To Guide
Scuba Buoyancy Compensators: Complete Guide to BCDs for Every Diver
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How-To Guide
Underwater Photography and Video: Complete Guide for Scuba Divers
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How-To Guide
How to Choose a Dive Computer: Selection Guide
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Buyer's Guide
Best Buoyancy Control Devices for Beginner Divers in 2026
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How-To Guide
What Is Backscatter and How Does It Ruin Underwater Photos?
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How-To Guide
How to Read a Dive Computer Display Underwater
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