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The Crystal Blue Resort-Anilao, Philippines, Catering to Underwater Photographers.

By: Ken Kollwitz Crystal Blue Resort is an excellent resort for divers, especially photographers, and more on that later. The resort is located in Anilao, Philippines, in Mabini, Batangas. It sits at the base of a hill like most of the resorts in the area and is easy to get to from almost anywhere in […]

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Ultralight Camera Solutions products: All manufactured, hand assembled and packaged in the USA

Since our inception in 1995 as Ultralight Control Systems, we've evolved into Ultralight Camera Solutions while maintaining our unwavering dedication to customers and excellence. Manufacturing top-notch underwater and cinematography camera accessories from 6061 T6 aircraft-grade aluminum with Type III anodizing and utilizing 316 stainless steel hardware, our products are engineered to endure extreme conditions. Based […]

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Ultralight tripods for use, above or below water

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits for above or below water. Today we will cover our Tripod Kits that work equally well in many different environments. In fact, all Ultralight products work well no matter what you are doing or where you are using them because of our […]

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SeaLife vs Ultralight Camera Solutions

Guest blog images and text by Frank Lewis In the 14 years since DWF (Dive with Frank) first learned to scuba dive I’ve met a lot of great folks in the scuba world.  One of the guys near the top of the list is Ken Kollwitz, owner of Ultralight Camera Solutions (ULCS).  I met Ken in Southern […]

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Ultralight Underwater GoPro and action camera trays

Ultralight Camera Solutions understands the integral role GoPro and action cameras play in our daily lives, no matter our interests or activities. That's why we're committed to simplifying your experience by providing high-quality camera products crafted from American-made materials. Our products are meticulously hand-assembled and packaged at our warehouse in Oxnard, CA. Our range of […]

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Underwater Photo Workshops, is one in your future?

I have been shooting underwater pictures for at least 20 years now and I own a company, Ultralight Camera Solutions that makes underwater camera accessories but that doesn’t mean I know what I am doing when it comes to underwater photography. I have taken some classes and workshops for underwater photography throughout the years and […]

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Comparing Plastic and Aluminum GoPro and Action Camera Tripod Mounts

We've fielded inquiries about why we don't produce aluminum tripod mounts for GoPro or action camera housings. Much of this query boils down to a key factor: aluminum isn't designed for repetitive bending, as it can lead to cracking or breakage. A simple example is an aluminum can pull lid; if you bend it back […]

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Share the love-Image and Social Media Posting

Spread the love! We're not stuck in the 1960s anymore, where love was abundant but often unspoken. Leap ahead several decades to a time when many of us explore the depths, capturing the beauty beneath the waves with underwater cameras, smartphones, strobes, lights, action cameras, GoPros, and more. Just as plants flourish with water, our […]

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Top-Rated Cinema Arm Kits by Ultralight Camera Solutions

At Ultralight Camera Solutions, we present an extensive array of cinema arm kits crafted to offer filmmakers and videographers convenient and versatile solutions for mounting monitors and other accessories. Engineered to simplify the selection process, our kits provide flexibility and adaptability across diverse setups. Once users experience the convenience of our Ultralight cinema arm kits, […]

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Ultralight Camera Solutions New SB-04 Single Ball Arm

Introducing our latest innovation, the Ultralight Camera Solutions (ULCS) SB-04 single ball arm. Have you ever created something with a specific purpose only to discover its potential for so much more? That's the story behind our SB-04. Initially designed to accompany long double cutout clamps like our AC-CSLSK2 or AC-CSLXLSK2, for an easy solution to […]

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Care and Maintenance of your Ultralight Products

Naturally, the better something is taken care of the longer it will last. Even though Ultralight products are virtually indestructible, treating them with respect will keep them in good working order. After every dive, the best thing to do is thoroughly rinse everything in freshwater. If this is not possible, keep the equipment wet by […]

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Ultralight's Dealer Journey

Throughout the years, Ultralight Control Systems has undergone significant transformations, all aimed at enhancing our position as a distinctive business offering camera accessories to both the underwater and cinema industries. What sets us apart is our commitment to manufacturing all our products in the USA, using US materials, and hand assembling and packaging them at […]

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Color options for making memories and movies both above and below the surface

It's safe to say we're all unique in our own ways, and that's what makes life interesting, right? Having choices is key to enjoying what we do, whether it's in diving or any other aspect of life. I mean, imagine if we were all just clones of each other—boring, right? Speaking of diving, there's a […]

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Ultralight arms and clamps from past to present

It's interesting how things unfold over time. Ultralight kickstarted its journey in 1994, manufacturing camera accessories specifically tailored for underwater photographers. In the early days, our focus revolved around creating arms, clamps, strobe adapters, trays, and base adapters compatible with camera and housings from Nikonos, Subal, Nauticam, and Aquatica. While the product lineup has evolved, […]

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Ultralight's newest innovation: Sled Kits for the Creative Photographer

At Ultralight Camera Solutions (ULCS), we pride ourselves on innovation, and our camera sled kits and accessories are a testament to that. These kits have gained international acclaim among professional underwater photographers and cinematographers, and for good reason. Our CSK-SLDL and CSK-SLDM sled kits are designed to revolutionize underwater photography, offering unparalleled functionality and compatibility […]

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Unveiling the Remaining Secrets: Leveraging Travel for Small Business Success - Part 2

Welcome back to the second part of my blog series on how travel can enhance the efficiency and profitability of your small business. In the previous blog, I looked into my approach to travel, its impact on my life, and the initial three secrets that have helped to contribute to the success of my two […]

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The Impact of Travel on Small Business Success: A Personal Journey - Part 1

Running two small businesses in the scuba industry keeps me constantly on the move. Channel Islands Dive Adventures (CIDA), my side hustle based in Oxnard, CA, offers local dive trips and scuba vacations in diverse locations. Juggling this with my full-time venture, Ultralight Camera Solutions (ULCS), which manufactures camera accessories for underwater cinematography, adds a […]

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What type of education is most suitable for managing a business?

Questions for everyone: I understand that many business owners hold college degrees, but what about those like me who do not have one? What are your thoughts on this? Are individuals who attend trade schools missing out on something, or are those with college degrees getting the expected value from their education? My own background […]

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Which type of clamps, coarse or fine-threaded, are best?

When it comes to selecting clamps designed for underwater cameras, cinema monitors, or other equipment, the main question that we always get here at Ultralight Camera Solutions is: coarse or fine threads? For the longest time, Ultralight exclusively produced coarse-threaded clamps, a tradition that endures today, except for our AC-CSF28 clamps. The AC-CSF28 clamps were […]

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Ultralight Cinema Arm Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass three categories tailored to cinema gear and six categories dedicated to underwater equipment. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the second cinema category: Cinema Arm Kits Of the cinema […]

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Ultralight Cinema Cardellini Clamp Arm Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass three categories tailored to cinema gear and six categories dedicated to underwater equipment. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the first cinema category: Cardellini Clamp Arm kits The Cardellini […]

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Ultralight Underwater Tripod Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the fifth underwater category: Underwater Tripod kits. In this fifth […]

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Ultralight Underwater GoPro & Video Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the fourth underwater category: Underwater GoPro and video kits. Previously, […]

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Ultralight Large Cardellini Tripod

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass three categories tailored to cinema gear and six categories dedicated to underwater equipment. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the second cinema category: Large Cardellini Tripod, our new cinema […]

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Ultralight Underwater Sled Camera Tray Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the sixth underwater category: Underwater Sled Camera Tray kits. & […]

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Ultralight Service and Warranty

Here at Ultralight Camera Solutions, we pride ourselves in manufacturing quality underwater photography and cinematography parts, all USA made with USA materials. These products include underwater video lighting solutions, camera arms, lighting clamps and many other products. Our assembly and packaging are done in-house as well at our warehouse in Oxnard but occasionally there are […]

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Ultralight Underwater Camera Arm Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the first category: Underwater Camera Arm kits. Within this category, […]

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Ultralight Underwater Camera Tray Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the second category: Underwater Camera Tray kits. Within this category, […]

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Ultralight Underwater Caged Camera Tray Kits

Welcome to Ultralight Camera Solutions, where we proudly offer a diverse selection of kits specifically designed for Underwater and Cinema photography. Our kits encompass six categories tailored to underwater equipment and three categories dedicated to cinema gear. In this blog post, we will be highlighting the third category: Underwater Caged Camera Tray kits. Within this […]

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Intro to new Ultralight Camera Solutions kits both underwater and cinema use

If you haven't heard, we are no longer Ultralight Control Systems. We are now Ultralight Camera Solutions, and of course, that means a new logo and a new website, plus a whole bunch of other goodies.  We now have lots of different types of kits for both Underwater and Cinema use and in this blog, […]

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Lost or misplaced dive gear and things to do to possibly get it back.

Face it, Divers have LOTS of stuff. Between their dive gear and personal items there is much to keep track of and misplacing or losing some of these items happens to everyone. It is a problem that will never stop! If you lost or misplaced your dive gear would you like it back? Who doesn’t […]

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Ultralight Service and Warranty

Here at Ultralight Camera Solutions, we pride ourselves in manufacturing quality underwater photography and cinematography parts, all USA made with USA materials. Our assembly and packaging are done in-house as well at our warehouse in Oxnard but occasionally there are some problems.  Our customer service is extremally important to us and we are ALWAYS happy […]

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Why a total rebranding of Ultralight Control Systems Inc to Ultralight Camera Solutions

In the beginning Ultralight Control Systems started in 1995 by Terry Schuller and Dave Reid and has grown much since then. Along the way there has been some changes and in March 2020 the business was sold to a longtime employee, Ken Kollwitz whose passion is Scuba diving, travel, camping and travel. Ken’s made many […]

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