Waterproof camera recommendations

[jasonb]

ive been looking for an underwater camera as well. First looked at Panasonic since my regular camera is a Panasonic and I like it a lot. http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-.../dp/B003960F8Y
A friend recommended this one from Olympus. http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_se...p?product=1497

I haven't bought one yet but those are the 2 i'm looking at. I'm sure you can find a cheaper model of these that isn't good for 30+ feet deep but Im looking for a camera to take snorkeling/diving so needed something good for over 10'

[Kayak805]

Originally Posted by jasonb

ive been looking for an underwater camera as well. First looked at Panasonic since my regular camera is a Panasonic and I like it a lot. http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-.../dp/B003960F8Y
A friend recommended this one from Olympus. http://www.olympusamerica.com/cpg_se...p?product=1497

I haven't bought one yet but those are the 2 i'm looking at. I'm sure you can find a cheaper model of these that isn't good for 30+ feet deep but Im looking for a camera to take snorkeling/diving so needed something good for over 10'

Thanks for the info. Looks like a little more homework is needed. That's half the fun.

[dsafety]

If you just want something to protect your camera during an outing on the water, there are some waterproof cases that work fairly well. You can get them to fit many cameras at a fraction of the cost of a fully waterproof camera.

Is the camera as easy to use in the bag, probably not but the feature set on most waterproof cameras is pretty minimal. If you have a camera that you like but want to protect it while on the water, this may be something to consider.

Here is a link to a typical waterproof case on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Underwater-Wat.../dp/B0027HRXBI

[Kayak805]

Originally Posted by dsafety

If you just want something to protect your camera during an outing on the water, there are some waterproof cases that work fairly well. You can get them to fit many cameras at a fraction of the cost of a fully waterproof camera.

Is the camera as easy to use in the bag, probably not but the feature set on most waterproof cameras is pretty minimal. If you have a camera that you like but want to protect it while on the water, this may be something to consider.

Here is a link to a typical waterproof case on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Underwater-Wat.../dp/B0027HRXBI

My daughter basically "borrowed" my Canon digital so it looks like I'll need to get myself a camera anyway. What is it about daughters anyway?

[m1k3midg3]

put your camera in a condom then tie up the end.

[sandydiego]

Originally Posted by m1k3midg3

put your camera in a condom then tie up the end.

Have not found a big enough one yet!