Dive Lights

Water filters out color quickly as you go deeper, and a dive light brings back the reds and yellows in reef life. It also lets you look into cracks and under kelp where animals hide. Our dive lights come from BigBlue, which makes everything from compact backup torches to powerful video lights.

Most divers start with a primary handheld light and add a small backup light for night dives. Dual-beam lights switch between a narrow spot beam for signaling and a wide beam for lighting up a scene, which is handy for photographers and videographers. Before you buy, check the burn time at full power and whether the battery is rechargeable and swappable.

We can help you pick the right light for night dives or underwater video at our Montclair, CA dive shop. Browse handheld dive lights, dive light accessories and batteries and chargers.

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    Dive Light Buying & FAQ

    Illuminate your underwater world. Read our dive light buying guide and common FAQs below.

    Dive Light Buying Guide

    1. Choose between primary and backup lights. Primary lights offer higher output for main use, while backup lights are smaller and provide redundancy.
    2. Check brightness and beam angle. Higher lumens provide more light, while beam angle affects how wide or focused the light is.
    3. Consider battery type and runtime. Rechargeable batteries are convenient, while longer runtimes are important for extended dives.
    4. Evaluate durability and depth rating. Make sure the light is built for your diving conditions and rated for the depths you plan to dive.
    Need personal advice? Visit us in store or call (909) 621-4171 to speak with our dive specialists and choose the right dive light for your needs.

    Dive lights improve visibility, enhance safety, and help restore color underwater, especially in low-light or night diving conditions.

    Primary lights are used as your main light source, while backup lights are smaller and carried as a safety measure.

    Recreational divers often use lights ranging from 500 to 1500 lumens, while technical divers may require much higher output.

    Rechargeable lights are convenient and cost-effective over time, especially for frequent divers.

    A narrow beam is ideal for signaling and focus, while a wide beam is better for general visibility and underwater photography.

    Yes, dive lights are useful during the day for exploring dark areas, caves, or wrecks.

    Rinse with fresh water after dives, check O-rings regularly, and keep batteries properly maintained.

    Key features include brightness, beam angle, battery life, durability, depth rating, and ease of use.

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