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04/04/2006 11:02:44 AM · #1 |
| Just curious if anyone has any leads on cheap underwater P&S for SCUBA diving and snorkeling? |
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04/05/2006 02:20:33 AM · #2 |
| Cheap doesn't usually equal good quality pictures underwater, but understanding that I've had pretty decent results with a Canon S1 and the Canon underwater enclosure. Also the Olympus 8080 and Olympus enclosure, but I think the S1 performed better considering the price difference. |
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04/05/2006 02:27:24 AM · #3 |
I use a Canon S50 bought off eBay for less than £100
The housing was around £60 again off ebay.
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04/05/2006 02:43:31 AM · #4 |
Underwater camera section at B&H Photo.
The Pentax is "only" rated good to 5' but has 6MP/Optical Zoom -- looks like a great traveling camera for all-conditions use ... and fun in the pool or for aquarium shots ... I'm almost talking myself into getting one : )
I seem to remember Ritz/Wolf stocking a disposable camera for underwater use, but I think it's film-based.
Message edited by author 2006-04-05 02:44:31. |
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04/05/2006 07:11:46 AM · #5 |
Snorkelling is one thing - its not too deep, but SCUBA - depends how deep you go. Light levels drop off quite a bit, colors change - you need a flash but most importantly the pressure goes up dramatically. I used to fix watches, have seen plenty of "water resistant / 50m" watches wrecked by surfing, snokelling, SCUBA etc (the standard labeling is confusing, that a whole other story).
Have a good read of the instructions on the waterproof case/camera - check out depth and time recommendations. Salt water kills stuff quickly and thoroughly! |
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04/05/2006 08:56:35 AM · #6 |
| Canon Powershot A series produces quite decent results for a PnS like this |
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04/05/2006 09:12:14 AM · #7 |
| The 350D has a special house (on bhphoto) for underwater use, maybe there is a simlar thing for the 20D? |
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04/05/2006 02:31:50 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by bluenova:
The 350D has a special house (on bhphoto) for underwater use, maybe there is a simlar thing for the 20D? |
Yeah, there is, but it's
a)expensive
b)do I really want to risk a 20D? what if I don't screw it tight enough or something.... *shudder* |
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04/05/2006 02:44:59 PM · #9 |
i have an underwater housing for my olympus stylus 400. Took it out surfing before it was all good. the cam was like 320 i think and the housing about 140 if i remember correctly. It costed me more however because I had to have it shipped to New Zealand as that's where I was living at that point.
I don't know if you're gonna get much cheaper than that with digi underwater safe. |
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04/05/2006 02:51:26 PM · #10 |
I have the Optio WP. I think they can be had for around $275 and maybe a bit less used. Its a great p/s but some of its weakness's are a propietary battery - no manual controls.
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04/05/2006 03:39:54 PM · #11 |
| If this is for a vacation you might want to consider renting one. Might be cheaper in the long run. |
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