what is a good affordable underwater camera?

Question

hello, im going to hawaii this summer and last time we got a disposable underwater camera wich produced not so good pictures to say the least. im looking for a good digital camera with underwater ability that is somewhere under 300 dollars. please please help

Answer 1

I recommend Pentax Optio W60 10 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and 2.5 inch LCD (Pink)



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Answer 2

Popular Photography review underwater cameras in its June issue. See if your library has a copy.



Their best review was for the Olympus Stylus Tough 8000, but it costs about $400. It may be worth stretching your budget to get this one.



Under $300, check the other Olympus underwater cameras on the Olympus site. Or, the Pentax Optio W60 at about $250 got a good review.

Answer 3

Have a look this one camera Canon PowerShot D10 Canon Powershot D10 Digital Camera goes anywhere, waterproof to 33 feet, cold resistant from 14-104 degreesF and shockproof up to 4 feet. Some Great Features:- 1. Resistant to water, shock, dust & cold 2. 12 megapixel 3. 3.0x zoom and optical IS 4. Scene Detection Technology 5. DIGIC 4 Processor 6. 2.5” PureColor LCD II 7. Motion Detection Technology 8. Face Detection Technology 9. Range of shooting modes

Answer 4

the olympus stylus 550wp is similar to the 8000 tough, but a lot less expensive. with the money you save, you should get the olympus floatation strap as the camera can sink if dropped in the water. the battery is only good for about 50 shots per charge, so you might want to carry a spare. have fun.

Answer 5

Try Olympus Mju Tough 8000 Compact Digital Camera - Midnight Black (12MP, 3.6x Wide Zoom) 2.7" LCD

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001O2SA50?ie=UTF8&tag=nop107-21&linkCode=as2&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B001O2SA50"

or Canon D10

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