any underwater photographers here?

molamola

just wanna say hi and share experience.

shutterbug

this is so specialized...I've never tried underwater photography...would like to try if I have a chance

underwater cases are so expensive...

molamola

it is expensive if you are into it. i just use an underwater housing for my small dc. Now i want to get an extra strobe.

hulkmania

Hi, Sorry to bring back the old thread up.

I will be going hawaii to snorkeling in 2 months ( only once ). I am currently using a Pansonic TZ5. I look around the website.

These 2 is waterproof bag, both are around usd$ 60.0

DICAPac WP-610 (made in korea)
http://www.amazon.com/DiCAPac-WP ... 50018192&sr=1-1

Aquapac 420
http://www.amazon.com/Aquapac-Sm ... -Case/dp/B0012BRAFY

Maybe i shouldn't put my camera in risk, should i just get a waterproof camera from futureshop / bestbuy? any suggestion or experience?

Olympus (STYLUS 550WP $200, 1050SW $200, 6000 $330, 8000 $430)
Canon (D10 $430)

Note: I am just going for snorkeling not diving, so wouldn't go deep. But if the camera actually leaks, can i still get an exchange or refund (with 14 days of purchase) ?

Thanks, Looking for your reply

pkny9394

How about Panasonic TS1,  more expansive  but wide angle up to 28mm, and can shoot HD movie with 60fs.
Seen Canon D10 selling for $299 USD at US Walmart 2 weeks ago

You can look at review from here :
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q209waterproofgroup/

molamola

if you misuse the camera, I dont think it is a good idea to return it.

From my experience, it is very hard to take decent pic/video while snorkelling.. when you are at the surface, the wave makes it hard to hold the camera steady. when you are in the water, how long can you hold your breath?

Not worth to spend this much for a one time thing. I suggest you get something cheap.
And adjust the WB while taking UW pics.

BTW, I'm selling my pentax s40 with factory housing for $65. listed at craigslist already.