underwater pool camcorder: Any tips or recommendations on camcorders to look at?
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Sanyo Xacti VPC line is fantastic. I've had them underwater (pool and lake shots) and the video came out great. Lightweight and small too.
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Hi Lisa, I took pictures at an indoor water park. The pictures came out okay. I just scrapbook the pictures, I don't typically blow them up to 5x7 or 8x10. So, for my use the pictures are fine. The fast movements were a little blurry. I have not taken any underwater pictures yet. I took the camera outside for our school snow days. Those pictures in the sunlight were bright and colorful. The fast movements came out okay. I have a few inside pictures during the day and they look pretty good. I have one picture taken at night in my bedroom. My navy blue shirt looks great, but my face is a little orange/yellow and the bedroom in the background is not crisp at all. I think the lighting is responsible for that. I have a few movies on the camera, but can't play them. They are MOV. I tried Quicktime, movie maker, media player. I'll have to play around with it. I hope I don't have to convert these. So, at the moment I can't give you any information on the movies. I wanted the camera to take out to the pool and so far it seems like it will work great for our use. Please let me know if I can help with any else. I'm not sure what you mean by artifacts. I don't think graininess is an issue, but I'm just a mom taking pictures of kids and my photography knowledge is limited.
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Camera was used underwater at Florida beach's, the videos are clear even under the water. very please with the little camera.
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Please check this address: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/standard_display/underwater_photo. All the best
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I have not taken video with the camera let alone underwater. Sorry I did not have the answer you were looking for.
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It shots movies quite well.You would need to purchase Sony's waterproof case to use this camera underwater.Of course there is a warranty.
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We hav only used it in the pool but am unaware of a depth limit? It takes excellent underwater video for sure! We love it!
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Liquid Image XSC 318Wide Angle Scuba Series 12.0MP HD720P - Mid Size Skirt Waterproof Video Camera with 1-Inch LCD Screen (Charcoal)I WOULD SUGGEST THESE.
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This device is not waterproof. There are special waterproof containers for cameras, and most scuba shops rent cameras that will work underwater.
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YES!!!! I use it to film my granddaughters swimming lessons. Great underwater shots. Plus you can take stills form the film, I love that part. I know it has a camera but for me picking from the video was perfect. ok ADDING TO MY REVIEW! AFTER TWO USES IT WILL NOT RECHARGE!!!!!!!
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They say the camera can go underwater up to 9.8 feet. i haven't had mine in water but I've had problems with the flash not working under dim light conditions. I think the camera is cheap with a poor operating program.Spend a little more money and get a better camera. I do not recommend it.
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Have you looked at the Panasonic TM 700K? This is the best video and smallest camcorder around for less than $1000. Flash recording is the way to go for Battery consumption. Would not go into the hard drive versions regardless of the brand
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It takes great pictures underwater and even videos with sound underwater. It's only rated for up to three feet underwater but I've been very pleased with this product!
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I have been using the G1X (the orginal G1X, not the MkII) underwater since it was released. I use the Canon WP-DC housing for it, which are pretty compact and give you a full range of controls underwater. I have been very happy with the results. You can check them out on my Flickr page: flickr.com/photos/bluewavechris . The image quality is better than my previous G series cameras underwater, due to the larger sensor. Not quite as good as my DSLR quality underwater, but that is understandable due to lens quality/glass size more than anything else. The G1X gives me excellent images without the bulk of a DSLR housing in the water.
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Heidi, I don't know of any. This camera IS NOT water proof. I'd ask a camera shop if you are interested in under water shooting.
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I have used the camera in it's underwater case. The video is fine as long as you don't go so deep that it gets dark. The video playback is excellent. I have two of these cameras and am very pleased.
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I used this camera for both SCUBA and snorkling in seawater without any problems. I did rinse the outside with fresh water when I finished, just as I would with my dive gear. I believe this is one of the best price/feature cameras for its price range.