Which rugged waterproof digital cameras has the best offering for 2009? Which one of the following based on specs you think has the best offering?
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I am partial to Canon and am excited to see they are introducing a model in the rugged, waterproof class. I previously used the first generation waterproof Olympus Stylus and after it broke moved to the Pentax Optio W series. It has been a good camera as far as durability, but it just doesn't produce photos like our Canon Powershot SD1000. As far as the post question, I can't wait to see some product reviews/comparisons. Based on my previous experience with the Stylus line, I am ruling out the Olympus. Although right now I am leaning towards the Canon based on previous experience with their products and superior photos. However, the Panasonic offering higher video quality in HD format is enticing.
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I did not test other cameras but I have definitely put this one to the test. It is extremely durable. Mine has been thru extreme temperature changes (hot springs in sub zero weather), and has been far deeper than manufacturer recommends (accidentally dove to 72 feet). It has withstood my abuse and works great. Plus it was one of only two last year that you could buy separate lenses for. I've had it almost one year and I am very impressed with it. My only complaint is with battery life (buy extra) not with durability or function.
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GoPro is good for quality but ghost isn't far behind and mounts A LOT better and more streamlined on the helmet. I use my ghost for motovlogging and it's the go-to for most motovloggers because it's good quality and streamlined. My vote is definitely for the ghost. The sony one sucks. Get a ghost.
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Lets face it the Canon EOS-iD Mark II was released in 2004, and Clearly the Canon 1D2 was the very best for its time. Its now 10 years later, and there are many cameras that have FAR SUPERIOR low light and color rendition that a device engineered 12 years ago. Knowing that one can buy the 1D2 for under $500, your money is much better spent on a Canon 7D, which has excellent low-light performance. I highly recomment that you do NOT buy any 10 year old digital camera. It seems that every 2 year there are amazing improvements, so take advantage of the most current model. Todays Canon REBEL is superior to the 1D2 in Color and Low light capability. Currently my pick for the most optimal cost/performance Digital is Canon's EOS 5D Mark III. Marilyn and I covered an auto show last weekend, take a look at the shots taken with a 5D and Canon D650, the link is www.416-1100.com Later this year I will likely move back to the 1D cameras as I miss the Audio file for captioning images. I cannot take notes when I'm covering an event, and the 1D record button lets one attach an audio file to each image, or any image... I changed to the 5D3 because it was lighter and more compact, but I always use the Battery grip, so that defeats the size/weight consideration. Jim.Wilson
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I have Nikon p100 and it worked for me....I took it under the Niagara fall...and it was perfectly waterproof
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No feature like that. It's really a terrible camera unless you haven't used a newer digital camera in the last 10 years. This camera ponds off 10 year old technology with a waterproof selling feature and even that feature is questionable.
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Any will work, however they may not give you complete waterproof. I use Sony mj10 because I like it louder. I dont swim, just run in rain at times.
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Right, the DMC-ZS8. I'm still trying to find an answer to that question. Also, has anyone heard anything good about the DMC ZS9?
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When on a paddle boarding trip Lake Powell with an SLR it's pretty much the best thing next to a very expensive water proof case. Go pro and iPhones just do not take the same quality photos.
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Hello,You may want to check out some of the latest reviews on dpreview. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q209waterproofgroup/Good luck!Bob
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Camera is really durable..if you're gonna use it in wet conditions I would get the waterproof case for it..I've had mine for almost a two years now and still goin strong
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No idea! - suggest you look at the Pentax web site. I saw a recommendation of the camera in a Landrover magazine some 6 months ago, and it seemed to meet my needs off-roading and fishing in wet weather.
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Well I was thinking the same thing while looking at GoPro cameras. My thought on this was I already have the camera, housing makes it waterproof for my needs, and I can still use the camera out of the housing for day to day pictures. So I decided on the housing and not going with GoPro just yet. From a financial standpoint there was no reason to get a new setup when the camera I had works great already. I am planning on using this on my next underwater trip and will know that I am still getting a great picture for my money.
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It is weather proof. Which means rain/snow proof as well as against fine dust in a desert environment.Only and only cameras designed especially for underwater photography are water proof. K10D was never meant to be for underwater photography. Having said that with special underwater housing designed for K10D (WHICH COULD BE AS EXPENSIVE AS THE CAMERA ITSELF), it can be used for underwater photography as well.
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It takes photos and video and is waterproof up to 10' of water (I think). I bought it for my then 13 year old son and he took it everywhere including the beach and the pool.
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Here you go, I present the Powershot D20: http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/07/canon-introduces-four-new-powershot-cameras/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+weblogsinc%2Fengadget+%28Engadget%29 So from the looks of it, gotta wait until May. FYI, don't know what's up with Engadgets photos of it, with the front saying its waterproof to "00ft", if you search elsewhere you can find more accurate images.
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I was looking at the Panasonic, and a couple others, as well. For what I was going to use it for, the Olympus won out. I've not been disappointed. This camera takes wonderful pictures, on land and underwater, and it's 'bulletproof'.