When you think of filming Great White Sharks, you usually imagine a Hollywood-sized crew, massive cinema cameras, and a boatload of heavy equipment.
But recently, Tim, the founder of Media Storm (影视飓风)—one of China’s most influential tech and filmmaking channels on Bilibili (China’s answer to YouTube)—proved that sometimes, less is more.
For the latest episode of their adventure series, “A Little Bit Different” (亿点点不一样), Tim and his crew traveled to the Neptune Islands off the coast of Port Lincoln, Australia. Their mission? To get into a cage with the ocean’s apex predator and scientifically test the Hollywood myth: Does the smell of blood really drive Great White Sharks crazy?
The Challenge: Big Sharks, Tiny Cages
The expedition was intense. The team wasn’t just observing; they were conducting a live experiment by opening a bag of blood underwater to test the shark’s reaction (spoiler: it’s the fish blood/iron content they love, not human blood!).
However, the team faced a logistical nightmare. The shark cages are designed for safety, not for bulky camera gear. They are cramped, wet, and chaotic.
As Tim explained in the video:
“The cage is very small… so we used iPhones extensively, combined with an external recording system, to achieve multiple focal lengths in such a compact volume.”
This is where DIVEVOLK stepped in.
Why Media Storm Chose DIVEVOLK for the “Kill Zone”
To capture cinematic footage inside a cramped cage with 18,000 Newtons of bite force swimming inches away, Tim’s team needed gear that was agile, reliable, and high-quality. They chose the DIVEVOLK SeaTouch housing to turn their iPhones into professional B-cameras.
Here is why the DIVEVOLK SeaTouch was the perfect tool for this high-stakes shoot:
1. Maneuverability is Key
When a 5-meter Great White Shark decides to charge the cage at 50km/h, you don’t have time to wrestle with a heavy rig. The DIVEVOLK housing maintains the slim profile of the iPhone, allowing Tim to track the shark’s rapid movements effortlessly.
2. Full Touchscreen Control
In the video, the lighting conditions changed constantly as the sharks moved from the deep blue to the surface. Thanks to DIVEVOLK’s patented touchscreen membrane, the crew could tap to focus, adjust exposure, and switch between the iPhone’s Ultra-Wide and Telephoto lenses instantly—just like using the phone on land. No buttons, no confusion.
3. Cinematic Quality
The footage speaks for itself. The crisp details of the shark’s “Ampullae of Lorenzini” (the sensory pores on their snout) and the terrifyingly clear shots of them circling the cage prove that modern smartphones, when paired with the right housing, are broadcast-ready.
A Message of Conservation
Beyond the adrenaline and the tech, the video carries a powerful message. Tim interviewed Rod, a shark attack survivor who, instead of hating sharks, has dedicated his life to protecting them. The video reminds us that these creatures aren’t mindless monsters, but intelligent animals that deserve our respect and protection.
At DIVEVOLK, we are proud to support creators like Tim and Media Storm who push the boundaries of mobile photography to tell important stories.
You don’t need a cinema camera to capture the wonders of the ocean. Whether you are diving with Great Whites in Australia or snorkeling at your local beach, your smartphone is ready for the adventure.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here:
