How do you color correct underwater video on iPhone?
Use an underwater preset to establish a consistent base, correct white balance and water tint, then add haze reduction conservatively. In AquaPerfect, you can compare the correction with the original, trim the clip, and export the result to Photos without moving to a desktop timeline.
A three-step underwater video workflow
Start with a representative moment
Review a part of the clip where the subject and water are both visible. Choose a style that matches those conditions before fine-tuning.
Balance color, then contrast
Correct the blue-green cast before adding dehaze or stronger tone. Aggressive settings can make noise, backscatter, and compression more visible.
Compare, trim, and export
Check the before-and-after view through more than one part of the clip, trim unwanted footage, and save the finished video to Photos.
Mobile underwater editor vs. desktop grading
| Workflow | Best for | Tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| AquaPerfect on iPhone | Fast underwater correction, comparison, trimming, and export | Focused controls rather than a full multi-track timeline |
| General mobile video editor | Captions, transitions, music, and broad social edits | Underwater color often requires manual adjustment |
| Desktop color editor | Shot matching, masks, keyframes, and complex projects | More setup, hardware, and editing knowledge |
Work with every kind of dive media
Underwater video editing FAQ
Can AquaPerfect edit GoPro underwater video?
Yes. Transfer the GoPro clip to Photos on your iPhone, then open it in AquaPerfect for color correction, haze reduction, trimming, and export.
Can editing restore every color lost at depth?
No. Editing can rebalance captured color, but it cannot recreate information that was never recorded. Close subjects and adequate light give you more to edit.
Why can dehaze make underwater video look noisy?
Dehaze increases local contrast, which can also make backscatter, compression artifacts, and low-light noise more obvious. Use the lowest effective amount.
Is AquaPerfect free?
It is free to download and includes in-app purchases. A one-time AquaPerfect Pro purchase unlocks export for enhanced photos and videos.