water proof cameras?

Nano · #1 03-04-2012, 10:55 PM

I am looking for a waterproof housing for my nikon p500 with no luck thus far, anyone now where they might have them? or a decent underwater camera, that I dont have to spend more then $200? I am going to build a coral veiwer that is 6 inches in diameter, and about 10" long for good close shooting but feel it may block some light from the corals too. any tips?

es355lucille · #2 03-04-2012, 11:01 PM

This is the one that I have......I think its a bit over $200 though. Takes nice pics....

http://www.canadacomputers.com/produ...item_id=034296

scubadawg · #3 03-04-2012, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nanomano

I am looking for a waterproof housing for my nikon p500 with no luck thus far, anyone now where they might have them? or a decent underwater camera, that I dont have to spend more then $200? I am going to build a coral veiwer that is 6 inches in diameter, and about 10" long for good close shooting but feel it may block some light from the corals too. any tips?

Your camera is still too new.

http://www.fantasea.com/

They make housings for Nikon, but for your application overkill!!!

These are meant for scubdiving

Aysha · #4 04-08-2012, 08:53 PM

I bought a sony tx10 due to its being waterproof. I think they retailed for 350 at Christmas (no idea I paid cost) it has however been discontinued (typical) so you may be able to find one on kijiji for less. the tx5 is similar its just the older model.
check amazon.com for some awesome deals

here is the camera.
http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/sto...mber=DSCTX10/B
they come in silver, black, pink, yellow, and blue.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-Sho...3915276&sr=8-1

Aquaria · #5 04-08-2012, 09:50 PM

Try a fujifilm xp 20 or 30 same as every ohter cam shown only 200 bucks i have one there a great camera shock proof dustproof n waterproof

tim the toolman · #6 04-08-2012, 09:59 PM

I have a fujifilm xp model and it fried after about 40 underwater pics. Looked into it and it is not warrantied for saltwater use.

Aquaria · #7 04-08-2012, 10:04 PM

Try a fujifilm xp 20 or 30 same as every ohter cam shown only 200 bucks i have one there a great camera shock proof dustproof n waterproof

doch · #8 04-08-2012, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by es355lucille

This is the one that I have......I think its a bit over $200 though. Takes nice pics....

http://www.canadacomputers.com/produ...item_id=034296

+1!!

I think that the TS2 is no langer available, as the TS3 is currently being phased out in place of the TS4. This post actually prompted me to FINALLY buy my TS3. I've been waiting for at least 8 months... I'm grouchy today and needed a cheer up... this is it!! lol

The best part about this camera is that you can take amazing macro shots from 1.25" away. I looked and looked and looked for another point and shoot camera that does this... couldn't find one. My wife has a Panasonic camera, and I love it. I'm sure that I'll love this one just as much.

It is a little over the $200 you budget for, but IMO the macro shots will be well worth it. I paid $350 w/tax and shipping at Mcbain. If there's one by you, you can save $10. If you buy from the states, you can get it for $275. I paid the extra $75 for the easy canadian warranty.

DanG · #9 04-12-2012, 03:52 AM

I've got an olympus TG-310 that I picked up just before christmas through airmiles. I used it when I was in cuba and was happy with the pictures it took.
They've now got the tough 8010 at Bestbuy for $190. That one is good up to 33 feet down, mine is only 16.

daplatapus · #10 04-12-2012, 03:51 PM

I don't know if you can find them anymore, but I have a Pentax Optio W10 6 megapixel and love it. I've had it for probably close to 7 years or so. It's good for up to 15' and I've snorkelled with it, surfed with it, beat it up fairly bad and it just keeps ticking.