Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? I still really like the Pentax IQ Zoom WR that I've got, but the delay in getting photos back is a bit annoying. I'm not a professional photographer, so I'm really looking in the $500 - $1000 range. Of course I'd be pleased to find something less costly but I'm thinking this is a realistic range. Thanks in advance. Natalie Wiest Galveston TX *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Canon makes a waterproof housing for the A20 digital camera. The camera goes for about $400 and is very highly rated. I haven't found anything on how good or how much of a pain the housing is. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I don't give a damn for a man who can spell a word only one way. Mark Twain WhiteRabbit - ICQ#111665477 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - ----- Original Message ----- From: "Natalie Wiest" <wiestn_at_tamug.tamu.edu> To: "Paddlewise" <paddlewise_at_paddlewise.net> Sent: Monday, December 10, 2001 12:03 PM Subject: [Paddlewise] Waterproof Digital Cameras > Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? > I still really like the Pentax IQ Zoom WR that I've got, but the delay in > getting photos back is a bit annoying. > > I'm not a professional photographer, so I'm really looking in the $500 - > $1000 range. Of course I'd be pleased to find something less costly but I'm > thinking this is a realistic range. > > Thanks in advance. > > Natalie Wiest > Galveston TX > > *************************************************************************** > PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed > here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire > responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. > Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net > Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net > Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ > *************************************************************************** *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
From: "Natalie Wiest" <wiestn_at_tamug.tamu.edu> > Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? > I still really like the Pentax IQ Zoom WR that I've got, but the delay in > getting photos back is a bit annoying. Bill Tuthill's list (http://creekin.net/cameras.htm) contains a couple of digital cameras. Most digital cameras achieve waterproof status by being encased in a housing. The Sony DSC-P5, for example, has a housing that is about US$250. It seems like a decent camera. I'd prefer a hard housing to a soft case that some might recommend. There are a couple of weather resistant digital cameras, but nothing as good as the dunkable Pentax that I've seen. We haven't got anything like a Nikonos Digital yet... hopefully that'll come soon. Mike *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Hi Natalie, I have a few suggestions for waterproof cases and digital cameras (though not for a waterproof digital camera). Cases While you may purchase waterproof cases, I have two alternatives. First, if you have basic tools and skills, I purchased EXCELLENT plans from Gary Dagastine <garybeth_at_nidlink.com> on how to MAKE a scuba-quality waterproof camera case for about $30. This case is probably overkill (even for whitewater) but the design is suitable for protecting and using either video or still cameras under extreme conditions of water pressure. The other alternative for a waterproof case is to simply take your digital camera in a Pelican case in your boat. This is the path I've chosen after trying others. I take the camera out to shoot, then place it back in the case to paddle... thousands of shots taken, no camera lost! This gives my total access to camera controls and allows me to take any camera and extra lenses suitable for a particular trip. It also allows me to review photos on the camera LCD on the spot. Cameras I'm on my fifth digital camera and am extremely happy with them, having taken thousands of photos from kayaks on many types of water. Over the years, I've become very satisfied with Olympus cameras for their color quality, ease of use taking photos and downloading, optical zoom, ability to override automatic controls, and through the lens (SLR) viewfinder. There are now many models. I've tried other makes and have found the downloading or image quality to be inferior. Lately, however, I've been tempted by the Canon Elph digital because of it's small size, 4 megapixel spec, and $400 price, though it lacks the SLR feature I mentioned. And I do suggest going with a 4 megapixel design (which is well within your budget). Regardless of the camera, take a look at the speed and ease of use of downloading options also. Typically, USB is slow for files 1 to 4 mb in size. So downloading directly from memory cartridges may be best. One high speed option I use is a PCMCIA adapter that holds Smartmedia cards and allow copies to my hard drive very fast. Best wishes for your digital photography. Once you get used to it, you'll never go back to film! -- Al Vazquez KayakGuide.com tm the Place to Share Kayaking & Canoeing tm Natalie Wiest wrote: > Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? > I still really like the Pentax IQ Zoom WR that I've got, but the delay in > getting photos back is a bit annoying. > > I'm not a professional photographer, so I'm really looking in the $500 - > $1000 range. Of course I'd be pleased to find something less costly but I'm > thinking this is a realistic range. > > Thanks in advance. > > Natalie Wiest > Galveston TX *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I have the canon S 100 which I just upgraded to the S110 which works well. If you need deeper, more zoom and higher rez., the sony seems nice. The size and shutter delay sold the canon to me. Both of these cameras have a waterproof case made specifically for the camera. Both are within your budget constraints. Most of the images I make do not require a long zoom. Natalie Wiest wrote: > > Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? -- Ī Gabriel L Romeu Ī http://studiofurniture.com + /diary or + /paint *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
BTW, images from the S100, over/under http://www.studiofurniture.com/diary/rita/ Natalie Wiest wrote: > > Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? > Natalie Wiest Ī Gabriel L Romeu Ī http://studiofurniture.com + /diary or + /paint *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
At 12:03 PM 12/10/01 -0600, Natalie Wiest wrote: >Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a digital WATERPROOF camera? >I still really like the Pentax IQ Zoom WR that I've got, but the delay in >getting photos back is a bit annoying. > >I'm not a professional photographer, so I'm really looking in the $500 - >$1000 range. Of course I'd be pleased to find something less costly but I'm >thinking this is a realistic range. I have used an Olympus 620DL for four years now, and it has totally revolutionized the way I do photography -- I find I actually enjoy taking photos again. However, this camera was close to a thousand bucks when I bought it, any I don't even take it out when the humidity is high. However, I just hit a "day after Thanksgiving" sale and bought a HP215 for under $100. It doesn't have the capabilities of the big camera, but it will do for a camera to keep in the car and maybe take out in the boat in a drybag, or something. List price on it is only about $135, and I've used it only a little bit so far, just to make sure it works. But, my logic is that if I should happen to drop it overboard, or something like that, I'm really not out that much. -- Wes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Wes Boyd's Kayak Place http://www2.dmci.net/wesboyd/kayak.htm Kayaks for Big Guys (And Gals) | Trip Reports | Places To Go | Boats & Gear --------------------------------------------------------------------------- *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
http://www.usa.canon.com/ http://www.olympusamerica.com/index_flash.asp http://wetpixel.com/ http://www.steves-digicams.com/ You might check out the links above. I opted for a Nikon coolPix 990, but that may be more camera than you need. The cases for these cameras are pretty spendy often $300 +, an inexpensive alternative is the Ewa ( http://www.ewa-marine.de/home.htm ) it is still often over $100. If you want something small the Elph digital by Canon is excellent and Canon makes waterproof housing for them. Also Olympus makes good cameras and they have waterproof housings (check out the wet pixel site for pictures). Steves digicam has great unbiased reviews of many cameras. If you want to check in with a usenet group that focuses on digital cameras check out rec.photo.digital There are many professional photographers who post on the site and lots of different camera users. I haven't noticed any flame wars just great information. If your browser isn't configured for usenet groups then check them out via Google groups. http://groups.google.com/ You can post to the group using google. Your camera can cook in a case so I keep mine in my deck back. Good luck with your choice. One last tip if you have a Costco nearby they have Photoshop Elements on sale for $74 and a rebate coupon for $30. Great deal! Photoshop elements will allow you to stitch together panorama shots, do touch-ups, remove red eye... etc. It is a great addition to your camera. Go digital and post your pictures on the web we want to see them! If you can afford it try to get a camera in at least the 2 megapixel range. The resolution on the pictures is much better. -- MZ visit my website: http://www.mzuschlag.com *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I was shocked to read on www.wetpixel.com that Nikon is discontinuing the Nikonos V underwater camera. This has long been a favorite dive camera. I've owned the original Nikonos, which Nikon designed in collaboration with Jacques Cousteau, the Nikonos III (which I lost in a canoeing accident), and, for 15 years or more, the Nikonos V. Rarely have my Nikonoses been in salt water, but they have been on many a canoe and kayaking trip, and lain in water sloshing around in the footwell of a small sailboat. If you have ever wanted a Nikonos, this might be the time to buy one, before the prices go up as they become more rare. Do note, however, that I was unable to corroborate this news on the Nikon Web site, where the Nikonos is still being advertised. Chuck Holst *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
OHMYGOD! >I was shocked to read on www.wetpixel.com that Nikon is >discontinuing the >Nikonos V underwater camera. Letīs have all a minutes silence for the late glorious Nikonos. I have never seen better & almost shockproof camera body. With a good lens. Cheers, Ari - Finland *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
And I'll have to admit in my quest for a waterproof digital camera that it was really a digital Nikonos I most hoped for. My idea of perfection in kayaking cameras was the Nikonos that was hitched to a companion paddler through the Colorado River (Grand Canyon in U.S.) at 30,000 cfs. Now THAT'S a camera ready for action, in every sense. So sorry to hear of the potential demise of the Nikonos. Natalie Wiest Galveston TX USA -----Original Message----- From: owner-paddlewise_at_paddlewise.net [mailto:owner-paddlewise_at_paddlewise.net]On Behalf Of Ari Saarto Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2001 7:14 AM To: cholst; paddle Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] Waterproof [Non]Digital Cameras OHMYGOD! >I was shocked to read on www.wetpixel.com that Nikon is >discontinuing the >Nikonos V underwater camera. Letīs have all a minutes silence for the late glorious Nikonos. I have never seen better & almost shockproof camera body. With a good lens. Cheers, Ari - Finland *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ *************************************************************************** *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Ari Saarto writes: > OHMYGOD! > >>I was shocked to read on www.wetpixel.com that Nikon is >>discontinuing the >>Nikonos V underwater camera. > > Letīs have all a minutes silence for the late glorious > Nikonos. I have never seen better & almost shockproof > camera body. With a good lens. > > Cheers, > Ari - Finland > Here is the official announcement: http://www.nikon-image.com/eng/news_release/2001/nikonos-v.htm Quoting from the press release: "In light of relatively low sales volumes for this niche product in an age of growing operating cost-consciousness...Nikon determined that it could not continue to justify the cost and effort of specialized production required to manufacture it in small quantities.... "Although the company has no current plans to introduce new underwater photography products, we will continue to stay abreast of the market for next-generation underwater cameras." Chuck Holst *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I might have mentioned this before, but my wife's Olympus 725SW was getting a bit overage, so she decided she wanted something else, with higher pixel count, and better zoom. We checked out the dpreview.com's review of water-proof cameras, and their finalists were the Canon PowerShot D10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1, but she found the Canon a bit too fat for her liking (it can be used for diving, a possible bonus) and the LUMIX was just a bit too big. Then by chance she found a camera to her liking, small and neat, which we found out by chance, was dunkable, if not diveable! It is wallet-sized, has a sliding door that protects the lens when not in use, fits easily to a pocket on her PFD, and has a lot of goodies like instant panormas - plus it takes pretty good video. It macro goes to the front of the lens, and it has such newfanged things like following focus, and you can point at what is should be focusing at, too! Like similar cameras, it should be washed in fresh water after being used in seawater, and it is a 12 MP camera. Just great! Tord *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
After going to the camera shop, this Panasonic seems to be the most likely candidate. Very similar to the Pentax, but with a (perhaps) easier interface and a 1-button video capability. Gary On 04/12/2010 9:36 AM, James Farrelly wrote: > This really tempts me. > > http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-TS2-Waterproof-Stabilized-2-7-Inch/dp/B003960F7K/ref=cm_cmu_pg__header > > > On Dec 4, 2010, at 8:52 AM, Gary J. MacDonald wrote: > >> Santa Claus / St. Nicholas is going to get me a new camera for Christmas. >> Which current model should he get? *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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