Re: [Paddlewise] Trip Photography

From: Catherine Veraghen <catherin_at_imagebuilder.com>
Date: Mon, 20 Sep 1999 15:53:46 -0700
Sandykayak_at_aol.com wrote:

> << I use a disposable camera from Fuji (8.99 at the grocery store), carried
> in a ziplock bag.   >>
>
> Hurray!  I'm glad someone mentioned the el cheapos.  I think they also have
> waterproof ones.  Has anyone "tested" their waterproofness?

I always keep a cheapo, disposable Fuji waterproof camera in my bag of
kayaking stuff. I keep it tethered to the waistline shockcord of my spray
skirt, and it nestles in the water that puddles there while I paddle. Since it
is attached by a long rubber band kind of thing, I don't have to free it to
take a photo. I just stretch it up to eye level and snap away. I have had
excellent luck with these. I find that the photos aren't bad, the camera
itself is nice and lightweight, and it can withstand alot of banging around.
The only downside is not knowing whether the plastic housing is recycled after
the film has been developed. I hate to think that I am adding to some landfill
with every camera I send in to the developer.

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