Anyone bought an underwater case for their camera??

[Scarpozzi]

I'm just wondering if anyone has tried these or has any pictures taken with them while diving. I'm looking at the WP-DC10 for my SD110..

Is it worth $169?

 

[Gurck]

I've heard horror stories about them leaking. If it's something you do infrequently, I'd go with disposable underwater film cameras.

 

[Scarpozzi]

Originally posted by: Gurck
I've heard horror stories about them leaking. If it's something you do infrequently, I'd go with disposable underwater film cameras.

I'll look into that. I just figured I'd get more features in a non-disposable camera...plus I didn't want to lose quality on the prints by having to scan them in. But for the up-front cost. You're right.

 

[lightpants]

I have one, and I have not had any problems with it.
I can post some pics if you want.

 

[JulesMaximus]

I picked one up for my P&S digital on ebay for $88. It is rated to 100'.

Hell yes it's worth it and I haven't heard of any leaking. Just don't take them down beyond the rated depth. I take mine surfing and it's never leaked.

 

[Jzero]

I certainly wouldn't buy a cheap one...it's like climbing ropes. They probably cost 50 cents per meter to manufacture, but if you saw a $50 climbing rope you would never buy it.

 

[JImmyK]

Originally posted by: lightpants
I have one, and I have not had any problems with it.
I can post some pics if you want.

Please do!! with what camera you have as well

 

[exilera]

Hah, I thought the title said "underwear"... god damn I need a nap.

 

[Eli]

Damn, really? You would think that the reason they're so expensive is so they don't leak. Not to mention the "lens" in the front has to be .. non-distorting.

I'm going to have to account the leak incidents to user error and/or maybe a faulty unit. You've gotta, of course, pay mind to dust and dirt getting between the seals and such.

Anyway, if you're going to be taking underwater photos.. yeah, I'd asy its worth it.

 

[jpeyton]

Ziploc bag it.

 

[suse920]

Originally posted by: jpeyton
Ziploc bag it.

lol

 

[MaxDSP]

Originally posted by: jpeyton
Ziploc bag it.

:thumbsup:

 

[veloc1ty]

Glad press and seal! :thumbsup:

 

[Crazymofo]

Originally posted by: jpeyton
Ziploc bag it.

Dang it you beat me to it!!!

 

[Ausm]

If you have around 25000 I can build a plastic mold for you

Ausm

 

[DAGTA]

Originally posted by: Scarpozzi

Originally posted by: Gurck
I've heard horror stories about them leaking. If it's something you do infrequently, I'd go with disposable underwater film cameras.

I'll look into that. I just figured I'd get more features in a non-disposable camera...plus I didn't want to lose quality on the prints by having to scan them in. But for the up-front cost. You're right.

If you do use a disposable, have a CD developed with the prints. Then you won't need to scan.

 

[trmiv]

I had the one for the Canon A70. Took it on a trip to Jamaica to take underwater pictures, it worked very well. It was very well put togther, and the seal was nice and tight.

 

[loic2003]

Originally posted by: DAGTA

Originally posted by: Scarpozzi

Originally posted by: Gurck
I've heard horror stories about them leaking. If it's something you do infrequently, I'd go with disposable underwater film cameras.

I'll look into that. I just figured I'd get more features in a non-disposable camera...plus I didn't want to lose quality on the prints by having to scan them in. But for the up-front cost. You're right.

If you do use a disposable, have a CD developed with the prints. Then you won't need to scan.

Disposables are pretty weak though, some with depth limits of only 5m. I once cracked one just from a fairly deep surface dive whilst only snorkeling. Much annoying.

Also, being disposable they have cheapo lenses and often no flash, etc
Go to a proper photography forum and ask about a decent model for your camera. Many exist that are rock solid and can take decent pressures (eg 50m for SCUBA) Also apply a little jelly (eg vaseline) to the seal to make sure it's super-watertight.

The model you're looking at doesn't look the most sturdy... I mean, what the hell is 9.8 feet? If you go down from the surface when snorkeling you're likely to bust it. go for something more serious for your camera. That is unless you're just going to be using it on the beach or in your bath....

 

[lightpants]

Originally posted by: JImmyK

Originally posted by: lightpants
I have one, and I have not had any problems with it.
I can post some pics if you want.

Please do!! with what camera you have as well

I will have them up tomorrow, I dont have the pictures with me now.
I have a s200.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: loic2003

Originally posted by: DAGTA

Originally posted by: Scarpozzi

Originally posted by: Gurck
I've heard horror stories about them leaking. If it's something you do infrequently, I'd go with disposable underwater film cameras.

I'll look into that. I just figured I'd get more features in a non-disposable camera...plus I didn't want to lose quality on the prints by having to scan them in. But for the up-front cost. You're right.

If you do use a disposable, have a CD developed with the prints. Then you won't need to scan.

Disposables are pretty weak though, some with depth limits of only 5m. I once cracked one just from a fairly deep surface dive whilst only snorkeling. Much annoying.

Also, being disposable they have cheapo lenses and often no flash, etc
Go to a proper photography forum and ask about a decent model for your camera. Many exist that are rock solid and can take decent pressures (eg 50m for SCUBA) Also apply a little jelly (eg vaseline) to the seal to make sure it's super-watertight.

The model you're looking at doesn't look the most sturdy... I mean, what the hell is 9.8 feet? If you go down from the surface when snorkeling you're likely to bust it. go for something more serious for your camera. That is unless you're just going to be using it on the beach or in your bath....

The website he linked to is incorrect. The WP-DC10 is rated to 130' or 48 meters. It is a very stout little housing. I have a Canon underwater housing for my S300 and it has never leaked.

Edit-Beware though, my camera in this case is negatively bouyant so I really need to make sure I don't lose it or I will likely not find it again.

 

[PetunZ]

I was looking into this option for my SD300, but the AW-DC30 is only rated up to 10'. Grrr.....