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01/05/2014 01:46:18 PM · #1 |
im looking for an underwater camera that will take relatively decent shots and be relatively inexpensive. something i can take on vacation and use in the pool this summer.
bonus if it can shoot raw...
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01/05/2014 02:08:59 PM · #2 |
| There was a review of various waterproof cameras at DPreview a while ago -- at that time I thought the Canon D10 would have been my choice; waterproof to 10m and shock-resistant. |
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01/05/2014 02:29:52 PM · #3 |
| No raw capabilities, but it's hard to beat a GoPro for underwater and general fun stuff. |
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01/05/2014 03:24:01 PM · #4 |
| I used a Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 to get this image. It's good to 5m, but I don't think it shoots RAW |
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01/05/2014 05:09:09 PM · #5 |
I use a Canon G11 with an underwater housing (the housing was pretty cheap - about £70) - it shoots RAW and the G11 is a great keep in your pocket on vacation camera.
 
Message edited by author 2014-01-05 17:11:23. |
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01/06/2014 12:38:59 PM · #6 |
I've been looking at them ever since my trip to the Galapagos in November where I was fairly disappointed with the results from my D70 in my only underwater housing. I was envious and a bit embarrassed that another passenger and amateur photog was getting better results with a waterproof point and shoot.
After much research and comparing, I have decided that the Olympus Tough TG-2 is probably what I am going to get this year.
edit to add: For Sale: Nikon D70, Nikon 18-70mm kit lens, and Fantasea underwater housing for only $499 plus shipping.
Message edited by author 2014-01-06 12:41:02. |
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01/06/2014 12:57:18 PM · #7 |
Scuba or no?
If scuba, then avoid all of the tough cameras. Nice of them go deep enough for scuba, they often only go to 33 feet. Instead, check out the sea life cameras. They are point and shoot with a lot of expand ability for scuba shoots.
If not scuba, then definitely go for a tough camera.
In either case, avoid housings. They are clunky, take up a lot of packing space, and hard to use. |
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01/06/2014 01:06:22 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
There was a review of various waterproof cameras at DPreview a while ago -- at that time I thought the Canon D10 would have been my choice; waterproof to 10m and shock-resistant. |
You mean this... |
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01/06/2014 01:26:50 PM · #9 |
I have the Canon D10 (replaced by the update - Canon D20)
It takes good pictures and is essentially bombproof unless your kid opens the battery compartment underwater... Even then, since it's basically designed as an integrated housing, the water only got inside that part of the camera and I took it apart, dried everything and re-assembled with new silicone grease for the seals and it's been going strong since. It's not the greatest in terms of exposure control and it's a bit bulky. |
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01/06/2014 02:00:47 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by giantmike:
Scuba or no?
If scuba, then avoid all of the tough cameras. Nice of them go deep enough for scuba, they often only go to 33 feet. Instead, check out the sea life cameras. They are point and shoot with a lot of expand ability for scuba shoots.
If not scuba, then definitely go for a tough camera.
In either case, avoid housings. They are clunky, take up a lot of packing space, and hard to use. |
just snorkeling and general water recreation. im bringing the 5d2 but i need a decent durable p&s for fun. |
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