Congrats on your new camera!
I recommend starting here:
That would explain the basics of diving with a DSLR.
As for housing options, Ikelite are the most popular option:
There are also the high end Nauticam / S & S housings, or the more affordable Nimar. The choice depends on your budget.
http://www.housingcamera.com/id4964-nauticam-housing-4-canon-80d.html
http://www.housingcamera.com/id4295-sea-and-sea-housing-4-canon-80d.html
http://www.housingcamera.com/id4519-nimar-housing-4-canon-eos-80d.html
This would be a basic lighting kit for the Ikelite housing:
This would be a stronger and faster light: http://www. housingcamera.com/id4369- ikelite-ds160-package.html
DSLR housings are sold as body only, and at least one port needs to be added according to the lens of your choice.
We’ll be happy to help you figure out the right lenses.
You can also visit this blog post to read more about which lens to choose for underwater photography:
http://www.housingcamera.com/blog/underwater-photography/choosing-best-lens-dslr-underwater
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