Anyone got an opinion, good, bad, ugly or otherwise on this 'waterproof' digital camera? Thanks in advance. Michael *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
----- Original Message ----- From: "Michael Bradley" <kobra_at_interlinx.qc.ca> Subject: [Paddlewise] Pentax Optio 43WR camera Michael, pick up the latest issue of Canoe and Kayak, August 2004. (no affiliation) There is an interesting article on cameras, including the Pentax Optio 33WR and yes, I know you stated 43WR but there maybe some similarities. The 33WR is not waterproof according to the article and both 33WR and 43WR have a JIS Class7 waterproof rating. (can be splashed and rinsed but not to be operated under water) Food for thought! Bill Doody *************************************************************************** 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'd be tempted to look seriously at the Olympus digital cameras. Several models that are not horribly expensive and Olympus sells custom hardshell waterproof housings for them - for about $200. Not sure of the submersibility ratings - but I think they are rated for use down to 30 or 50 feet for diving and snorkeling. The cameras are quality units - well made and excellent features/performance. FWIW, K *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
The cases are rated to 150 feet and I have the 5060 with case and works great for diving and SCUBA. *************************************************************************** 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/ ***************************************************************************
Sorry for the late reply but I just got back from a 2 week trip coastal trip where I used the 3.2 megapixel (Optio 33wr) version extensively. I carried it unprotected in my pfd pocket where it got submerged/soaked several times. The only care I gave it was rinsing it off in fresh water when I had the chance. It still works fine. My only complaint would be a desire for greater zoom capability - those wolfs look so small:) Rob. -----Original Message----- From: Michael Bradley Subject: [Paddlewise] Pentax Optio 43WR camera Anyone got an opinion, good, bad, ugly or otherwise on this 'waterproof' digital camera? *************************************************************************** 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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