underwater casing for HV10: Anyone has any experiencie taking the camera underwater?
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I use the HV10 and the Ikelite housing. Have shot some 30+ tapes on 60 some dives with it so far with no problems. Deepest dive has been to 175ft. With ok light and visibility the video comes out like HD programming on TV. I wish the white balance control was a little easier to operate but that is a unique control so I understand that it in a "land" camcorder it is where it is. The BP315 battery lasts for 2 one hour dives and recording of a full one hour tape. I.e. the camera is on for 2 hours and records for one of those hours. So that is a enough to keep the camera in the housing for my whole dive trip and no risk for water damage by having to open the housing in a wet environment. For anyone who gets the Ikelite/HV10 combo also get the wide angel adapter and the dome port so you get a resonable wide angel to shot with underwater. --Anders
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I wouldn't recommend that. I went less than ten feet in water and it ruined the camera. Fortunately I was just within warranty and it was repaired for a small fee but I haven't tried it in water since.
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I would not chance it with that camera. I am using the lanyard with a waterproof submersible camera by Nikon. It is bound to go beneath the surface of the water but simply not sink to the bottom with the camera of which it is intended for which is the waterproof camera. I would not chance it with your camera unless you looking to lose it. It will get ruined in the water if not waterproof if doesn't sink to the bottom of the ocean or lake first. If your camera is waterproof than I would get TWO of the lanyards and connect them to the camera, but first I would check it in a pool or a bathtub to make sure it does not sink to the bottom before you take it out in real life. Just my. .02 I would not chance it with that camera. I am using the lanyard with a waterproof submersible camera by Nikon. It is bound to go beneath the surface of the water but simply not sink to the bottom with the camera of which it is intended for which is the waterproof camera. I would not chance it with your camera unless you looking to lose it. It will get ruined in the water if not waterproof if doesn't sink to the bottom of the ocean or lake first. If your camera is waterproof than I would get TWO of the lanyards and connect them to the camera, but first I would check it in a pool or a bathtub... » Read More I would not chance it with that camera. I am using the lanyard with a waterproof submersible camera by Nikon. It is bound to go beneath the surface of the water but simply not sink to the bottom with the camera of which it is intended for which is the waterproof camera. I would not chance it with your camera unless you looking to lose it. It will get ruined in the water if not waterproof if doesn't sink to the bottom of the ocean or lake first. If your camera is waterproof than I would get TWO of the lanyards and connect them to the camera, but first I would check it in a pool or a bathtub to make sure it does not sink to the bottom before you take it out in real life. Just my. .02 « Show Less
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has anyone taken this camera diving. If so can you share your comments if it's a scuba diving camera?
980861
Have above camera .. also Marine case for same... Fits perfectly and easily used.. takes great underwater shots.. bit of a pain to get replacement seals and gel packs which I later got via Panasonic.. Don't open at beach to see your shots... wait till you get home and clean in water to avoid sand/dirt getting in case... AWESOME PRODUCT... ALSO make sure you use underwater setting in camera as your shots will be better...
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No, is a very specific housing for some of the G series PowerShot. Sorry but there is no underwater listed on Canon for the SX40.
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I have. The picture is as clear as out-of-the-water, as long as you make sure your waterproof case is closed and sealed well.
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There is a waterproof housing but it is not very substantial. Mfgr's typically will not warranty a dive camera unless there is an obvious defect as the responsibility for keeping the seal clean and lubricated is on the user. Don't go cheap, buy an ikelite housing and you will be glad you did for years to come. I am on about 5 years with mine, I clean and lube the seal before every week long dive trip and have never had a problem. I hope this helps
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YES - It can shoot under water when used inside the included underwater housing. You can't just toss the camera itself into water unprotected, but the clear plastic casing that comes with it is waterproof.
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I took mine snorkeling and it worked fine. You have to make sure that the camera is positioned properly, and there is difficulty adjusting the buttons. But I got some great pics with it. Above water, you have to watch out for water drops on the front of the lens case. the camera will try to focus on those.
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Sorry, I didn' use for underwater cam. Anyway, here are the dimensions :H 4.50mm W 3.20mm L 5.50mm [all in millimeter]
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Yes. The case fits like a glove. The pictures I took with it are fantastic. The ZS10 camera has a special mode for underwater pictures that you should set. Every button, knob, and dial on the camera can be used while in the case. Quite impressive. My only complaint is it is a little bigger then I would like it to be. I mounted it to my BC with a lanyard that loops back on itself to keep it snug to the BC when I am entering the water. I have dove up to 95 feet, with over 20 dives to date with no leaks. I would recommend that you leave it in the case between dives to prevent sand from getting on the O-rings. Since you can turn the camera on/off while diving, I found I could leave it in the case for several days of diving before you need to remove it to charge the camera battery. Just rinse with water, like all your other equipment.
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I love the camera but I have had three and they all have leaked after about a year. With the case I think I can get more time out of the underwater camera. Yes, it will work underwater without the case.. I snorkel once a month. If you snorkel once a year on a vacation it should be fine. It takes beautiful pictures and movies with the case. I am happy with the case. I hope this helps.
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I researched over 500 acessories and I do not think an underwater housing was made for the SX-40. Hope this is helpful.
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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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Yes but I woukd spend the extra money and get an external filter so you can take it off without opening the case. We use it for diving and cant take pictures when on the surface or in shallow water.
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I've used the A620 underwater with the Canon housing, and it was absolutely awesome. It has an underwater setting that helps to filter out the excess blues that you would otherwise get. If you're going to be snorekling, make sure you use the video feature, it takes great underwater movies! Have a great trip!