The quest for the perfect underwater shot has long been dominated by bulky, expensive DSLR setups. But what if you could capture professional-grade images and videos with the device already in your pocket? The new OPPO Find X8 Ultra is making a powerful case for smartphone supremacy, and when paired with the robust DIVEVOLK SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Housing, it creates an underwater imaging system that is nothing short of revolutionary. Let's dive into how this powerful combination is changing the game for divers and photographers.
The Imaging Prowess of the OPPO Find X8 Ultra
OPPO's latest flagship isn't just a smartphone; it's a sophisticated imaging tool packed with features that directly address the most significant challenges of underwater photography.
1. Multi-Camera Fusion and True Lossless Optical Zoom
The frustration of being locked into a single focal length is over. The OPPO Find X8 Ultra’s innovative multi-main camera fusion system shatters the physical limitations of a single lens, delivering seamless, lossless optical zoom coverage from an ultra-wide 0.6x all the way to a 6x telephoto. This allows underwater photographers to compose their shots with incredible flexibility without resorting to digital cropping that degrades quality. Whether you're capturing the vast, sweeping panorama of a coral reef or zooming in on a shy, distant fish, you can maintain maximum clarity and detail with every frame.
2. Super Photonic Engine for Unmatched Color Restoration
Water is notorious for filtering out warm colors, leaving photographers with flat, blue-green images. The Find X8 Ultra’s built-in Super Photonic Engine intelligently analyzes the ambient light and color loss unique to the underwater environment. Even in deeper water dominated by blue and green light, the engine effectively corrects color deviation, restoring the true, vibrant hues of corals and the brilliant patterns on fish. When combined with the SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Housing and an optional red filter, this system powerfully suppresses light scattering and reflections, producing images that are vivid, natural, and boast an outstanding dynamic range.
3. Professional-Grade Stabilization for Crystal-Clear Shots
Currents, surge, and floating particulates can make it nearly impossible to get a sharp shot underwater. The Find X8 Ultra features an industry-leading combination of dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and AI-powered motion capture technology. This system works tirelessly to minimize blur caused by movement, ensuring stable, crisp imaging performance. Paired with the tactile control offered by the SeaTouch 4 Max's full touchscreen functionality, users can confidently adjust zoom, focus, and shutter settings, guaranteeing reliable and precise creative control even in the most complex underwater scenarios.
4. Master-Level Macro and Distortion-Free Wide-Angle
From the tiniest creatures to the most expansive scenes, the Find X8 Ultra excels. The phone's super macro mode, enhanced by the housing's close-focus capabilities, can capture the delicate polyps of a coral or the intricate details of a pygmy seahorse with stunning, high-resolution clarity from edge to edge. At the other end of the spectrum, the advanced anti-distortion optical design of the wide-angle lens allows you to accurately capture grand scenes like shipwrecks and underwater caves. Architectural lines remain straight and natural, making it easy to create powerful, wide-format compositions with immense visual impact.
The DIVEVOLK Platinum Edition: More Than Just a Housing
The SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Edition is the key that unlocks the OPPO Find X8 Ultra's full underwater potential, adding professional-grade durability, versatility, and safety.
- Full Metal Construction: Built for the deep, its robust all-metal body is depth-rated to 60 meters (200 feet), offering superior pressure resistance and peace of mind.
- Universal Flagship Compatibility: While perfect for the OPPO Find X8 Ultra, this housing is also compatible with a wide range of other flagship models, including the iPhone 16 series, Huawei P80 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, and more.
- Professional Expansion System: The upgraded Platinum V2 design features a top cold shoe mount, M6 thread holes, and a 1/4" screw base, allowing for easy attachment of dual-hand grips, action cameras, video lights, and other essential diving accessories.
- Seamless Lens Integration: A built-in 67mm lens adapter ring allows for the effortless integration of red/purple filters, wide-angle lenses, and macro lenses to expand your creative possibilities.
- Unrestricted Control & Safety: Enjoy full, unrestricted use of the touchscreen for all camera functions, video playback, and any other app. The system also supports underwater audio, Bluetooth data transfer, and crucial surface functions like GPS positioning and emergency calls for enhanced diver safety.
See the Results: Shot on OPPO Find X8 Ultra
The proof is in the image. Below are photos captured using the OPPO Find X8 Ultra with the SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Housing, demonstrating the incredible detail and color this system can achieve.
OPPO Find X8 Ultra | Shot With SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Housing
Watch the system in action in this breathtaking underwater video filmed by renowned photographer Nick Song.
About the Photographer: Nick Song (宋大都督)
The stunning visuals featured in this article were captured by Nick Song, a master of underwater imaging with a deep passion for the ocean's beauty.
National Geographic Ocean Photography Ambassador, Vice President of the Underwater Branch of the Shanghai Art Photography Association, and a respected judge for the Pingyao International Photography Exhibition's underwater section.
Titles & Certifications:
- National Underwater Photography Judge (China)
- National Mermaid Judge (China)
- Contracted Photographer for Sigma, Insta360, and PADI
- PADI/DIWA Master Underwater Photography Instructor
- Freediving Instructor Trainer
- Mermaid Instructor Trainer
- Scuba Diving Instructor
- Snowboard Instructor
Major Awards:
- 2nd Place, Nature Category - Siena International Photo Awards (2022 & 2021)
- 3rd Prize, Diver Category - UWPC (2020)
- Best Cover Award - UWPC (2019)
- Grand Prize, Underwater Animal Category - National Geographic (2018)
- Best Photographer of the Year - Stocksy (2015, New York)
Follow his incredible work on social media:
- Instagram: @nicksongnick
- Facebook: @Nick Song
