Re: [Paddlewise] Telephoto lens for WP cameras?

From: Steve Cramer <cramer_at_coe.uga.edu>
Date: Fri, 20 Nov 1998 08:44:44 -0500
Richard Mitchell wrote:
> 
> Now the question of cameras is on the table, have any had
> experience with telephoto lenses on waterproof cameras?  I often
> wish for a quality 80-90 mm lens rather than the standard 32-38
> mm ones available on most WP equipment.  

We use a Pentax WR90, which has a 38-90 zoom lens. It is not advertised
as "waterproof" although it is dunkable. Do not zoom it while it's under
water, though. I've worn it under my PFD in Class III rapids, so you
needn't worry about it getting wet. The lens is not as good as my Pentax
AF/SLR lenses, but better than most point-and-shoot cameras.

We bought ours in preparation for a trip to the Apostles in 1994. I
think the zoom length is a little longer in the newer ones.

Steve
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