How Pros Really Shoot Surf Competitions | Punta Rocas, Lima, Peru | 2025 ISA World Junior Champs

On Location Real World Surf Photography Series: Episode 6 | Behind the Scenes – How Pros Really Shoot Surf Competitions PART 1 From international travel stress… to in-water chaos… to capturing world-class moments under pressure. 🌊📸 In Episode 6, we go behind the scenes at the 2025 ISA World Junior Surfing Championships in Peru — breaking down exactly how professional surf photographers operate in real-world competition environments. This episode isn’t just about the final images — it’s about everything that goes into getting them. From navigating international travel with expensive gear, to choosing the right camera setup, dialing in settings, and working alongside a team in unpredictable ocean conditions. This is real-world surf photography — problem solving in real time, adapting to conditions, and executing under pressure when every moment counts. 📸 In this episode, you’ll see: • How professional photographers prepare for international surf events • Traveling with expensive camera gear (ATA Carnet vs 4455 form) • Packing strategies when shooting without a Carnet • In-water shooting techniques during freesurf sessions • Lens selection: wide vs telephoto in real conditions • Camera settings for high-speed surf photography • Shooting hybrid photo/video without missing moments • Working alongside other photographers in the water • Challenges of ocean conditions (water clarity, surface film, positioning) • Missed shots, lessons learned, and real-time adjustments • The difference between amateur and professional decision making This episode gives you a real look at what it takes to shoot surf competitions at a professional level — not just the highlights, but the full process behind the scenes. 🎥 Gear Used: • Sony A1 II • Sony A7R V • Sony A9 II • Sony 200–600mm F5.6–6.3 • Sony 70–200mm F2.8 • Sony 20mm F1.8 • Aquatech Water Housing • DJI Mavic 3 Pro Drone • DJI Osmo Mobile 5 • DJI Mic Mini 📍 Location: Punta Rocas, Lima, Peru 🏄‍♂️ Event: 2025 ISA World Junior Surfing Championships ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro 00:41 – Event Info Description 02:25 – Gear List 03:50 – Photography Travel Tips 04:30 – ATA Carnet vs 4455 Form 05:50 – Arrival to Peru 06:26 – Day 1 Free Surf First Session 08:53 – Water Gear and Settings 12:28 – Jersson Crowd Photo 13:01 – Refrigerator Search Operation Cold Beverages 13:41 – Day 2 Free Surf Better Waves 15:11 – Pablo's Warmup 15:37 – Pablo's Water Photography Secret 20:15 – Bait Ball Fish Shot 21:56 – Lens Comparison (24-70mm vs 70-200mm) 22:22 – Group Portrait Tips 22:38 – Opening Ceremony 27:49 – Conclusion 🎬 Episode 6 of the On Location Real World Surf Photography Series Music by: Ben Wei aka Chinese Candy Tracks: Modovaction Thanks Ben — love ya brotha 🤙 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes surf photography, real-world Sony camera performance, and in-water coverage from the world’s top surf events. INSTAGRAM: /waterworkmedia WEBSITE: www.WaterWorkMedia.com #SurfPhotography #ISAJuniors #SonyAlpha #Surfing #BehindTheScenes #SportsPhotography #Peru #WaterWorkMedia #SonyA1II #ProSurfPhotography #SonyA7RV #SonyGear