The Secret Weapon for Game-Changing Fishing Content
In a sea of fishing videos online, it's getting harder to stand out. Viewers have seen the same chest cam POVs, the drone flyovers, the dock interviews—and while those shots still have their place, there's one angle most creators still aren't using: the underwater perspective.
If you're looking to hook more views, tell a better story, and deliver something your audience hasn't seen before, underwater footage is the answer. Let's break down exactly why it's becoming the new gold standard for serious fishing creators—and how you can start capturing it.
Above the Water Only Tells Half the Story
When you're filming from the boat or shoreline, you're capturing the action from a single viewpoint—the angler's. It shows the cast, the fight, maybe a quick splash or jump, and the final net job. But what about the moment a fish first spots your lure? Or the way it stalks, circles, or hesitates before committing?
That's the magic happening just beneath the surface, and it's where most of your audience's curiosity lives. Underwater footage reveals patterns, behaviors, and reactions that transform your videos from entertaining to educational—and from good to unforgettable.
What Underwater Shots Add to Your Content
Adding underwater angles to your videos isn't just about the cool factor—it adds depth, both literally and narratively.
You can:
- Break down lure performance in real-world conditions
- Capture strike montages that make jaws drop
- Show fish missing, tracking, or rejecting baits
- Tell full strike-to-land stories with total visual continuity
This kind of footage pulls viewers in because it's rare, raw, and real. It delivers insight, surprise, and drama—and once you add it to your arsenal, it's hard to go back.
The Westin Cam Advantage
So how do you get these kinds of shots without needing a diver, a bulky rig, or hours of editing? That’s where the Westin Cam series comes into play.
The Westin Explore Cam is barely larger than a AA battery and can be rigged inline with your lure or bait. It shoots in Full HD at either 30 or 60 fps, with a battery life over an hour, and it’s rated for up to 650 feet of depth. You won’t find anything this compact and this capable elsewhere.
Need longer runtime or added stabilization for trolling and casting? The Westin Escape Cam ups the ante with 2.5 hours of recording, a stabilizing Y-fin, and a Dive Lip that keeps your camera tracking true. You get clean, steady footage of fish behavior in action, without sacrificing your castability or retrieval.
Both models are made for anglers, not videographers. That means easy setup, mobile playback, and no learning curve. You just fish—and let the camera capture what your eyes can’t.
Tips for Getting Killer Underwater Shots
Want the best results? Start with clear water conditions whenever possible—visibility is everything. Use natural light to your advantage by filming in shallow zones or on sunny days. Mount the camera ahead of your bait so it captures the full strike without obstruction, and always check your rig to ensure the camera is secure but able to move with the lure naturally.
Pairing your Westin Cam footage with surface shots from a chest cam or drone creates full-scene storytelling. The moment you feel a bump on the line, you’ll know you’ve got the below-the-surface footage to match.
Film Like the Fish See It
There’s a reason pro anglers and big-name content creators are adding underwater cams to their arsenal—it’s the edge that keeps their footage fresh and keeps their followers hooked.
If you're serious about building a fishing channel that stands out, the question isn’t if you should use underwater footage. It’s why haven’t you started yet?
Check out the Westin Cam lineup and start turning your strikes into cinematic gold: See Models