[Paddlewise] Pentax optio camera

I would agree with Rob on the Pentax Optio Digital camera.  I kept mine around
my neck unprotected or on the deck in a cordura case on several kayak trips.
The zoom capability is not as good as many cameras, but I am impressed on the
quality of the shots and durability of the camera.  I have taken several
hundred shots underwater as well (not more than 1 meter deep)
Awesome kayaking camera and fairly user friendly for basic functions.
:)
Jim Meldrum
Slave Lake, Alberta.


Date: Sun, 1 Aug 2004 18:18:37 -0700
From: "Rob Robinson" <rob.robinson_at_tx3.net>
Subject: RE: [Paddlewise] Pentax Optio 43WR camera

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.

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