Prizes

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Prepare to be inspired by the incredible rewards awaiting our winners! The REAL FOCUS UW Shootout 2026 prize pool features an exciting collection worth over USD$25,000—and that’s just the start. From state-of-the-art photography gear to unforgettable travel experiences and unique treasures designed for underwater enthusiasts, each prize has been carefully selected to celebrate and support your creative journey. Explore the categories and stay tuned as we unveil even more thrilling prizes leading up to the event!

Solitude Liveaboards and Resorts

Solitude Liveaboards & Resorts proudly sponsors a USD$5,000 voucher for an incredible journey aboard any Solitude Vessel itinerary or a stay at a Solitude Resort. The Best of Show prize winner will have the chance to choose from Solitude’s stunning locations in Palau, Indonesia, or the Philippines.

Solitude Acacia Resort

Solitude Acacia Resort is sponsoring trips to the resorts for the category winners

Solitude Lembeh Resort

Solitude Acacia Resort and Solitude Lembeh Resort are sponsoring trips to the resorts for the category winners

  • 10 day stay for one person including diving and nitrox at Solitude Lembeh Resort in the Lembeh Strait, Indonesia.
  • 7 day stay for one person including diving and nitrox at Solitude Lembeh Resort in the Lembeh Strait, Indonesia.

Foto Core

Capture the extraordinary with FOTO CORE. Known for durable and high-performance imaging solutions, FOTO CORE empowers underwater photographers and videographers to bring their vision to life with clarity and reliability.

As part of the REAL FOCUS UW Shootout, FOTO CORE is awarding two vouchers, each valued at 500 USD, to help winners elevate their underwater photography with premium gear.

Follow FOTO CORE: @fotocore_underwater
Preferred Hashtag: #fotocore

Discover FOTO CORE’s dedication to underwater imaging at fotocore.com.

Gull

Feel the sensations of the underwater world with GULL. Made in Japan quality since 1955. Dedicated to divers seeking authentic, safe, and reliable equipment.

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As part of the REAL FOCUS UW Shootout, GULL is contributing a variety of their renowned dive masks and snorkels, along with an assortment of dive bags and accessories, to be distributed among the winners. These prizes are thoughtfully designed to enhance the diving experience, offering both style and functionality for adventurers above and below the surface.

Gull International Instagram: @gull.international
Preferred Hashtag: #GullDiving

For more about GULL’s dedication to diving excellence, visit gull.kinugawa-net.com.

Mini Gear

Unleash your creativity in underwater photography with MINI GEAR‘s precision tools, designed for seamless creativity and portability. Crafted to meet the demands of underwater explorers, Mini Gear blends innovation and functionality for an unparalleled shooting experience.

As part of the REAL FOCUS UW Shootout, Mini Gear is awarding four €250 vouchers, allowing winners to select their preferred Mini Gear products, including their versatile and compact Snoot Diving Light, designed to enhance creative underwater lighting and bring visions to life.

Follow MINIGEAR: @minigear_europe
Preferred Hashtag: #minigear #minigeareurope

Discover more about MINI GEAR’s commitment to underwater creativity at minigear europe.

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More Sponsors & Prizes will be unveiled as the shootout approaches!

GULL, Foto Core, Mini Gear
GULL, Real Focus Sponsor 2026
Foto Core, Real Focus Sponsor 2026
Mini Gear, Real Focus Sponsor 2026
Solitude Sponsors
Solitude Liveaboards and Resorts, Real Focus Sponsor 2026
Solitude Acacia Resorts, Real Focus Sponsor 2026
Solitude Lembeh Resorts, Real Focus Sponsor 2026