Has anyone used it under water yet? How is the video playback if so?
264726
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.
264727
I used it under water but the water wasn't very clear so I wouldn't blame the camera. The playback was high def but the sounds under water are fairly garbled as you may expect so you need to mute the playback or add music. For the price in the cam market it is great.
264728
Camera was used underwater at Florida beach's, the videos are clear even under the water. very please with the little camera.
264729
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.
264730
camera has been used underwater (swimming pool). video was relatively clear. acceptable. sound was muffled due to case and water affects on sound. overall, very pleased with camera performance underwater
836346
John, the sound is great when camera is out of watertight capsule. The video is great in or out of capsule, the battery lasts, the memory is plenty & can't beat price.I usually clip the cam to the center of my sunglasses if not underwater, as it is so light & unobtrusive. Basically, the only thing missing in this phenomenal device is a playback screen, but certainly well worth the sacrifice.
1377647
I've used it on back to back dives with no problem, each about 40 min each. The battery has lasted each time for both dives, total of about 1 1/2 hours. I expect it will last about 2 hours continuous recording. I also have the 8 gig chip. Each dive is slightly less than 4 gig. It breaks the video up into 4 to 5 avi files about 500 to 800 megs each. As far as a charger, it charges off a laptop mini usb when downloading. Or you can use a charger with the correct mini usb voltage, 4.75 to 5.25 volts. Unfortunately there is no way to tell the level of charge, just a change in the color of the light. I really like it, granted it is not a GoPro. I mount mine on the left side of my mask strap. If you tilt your head slightly left the regulator bubbles will come out your right side and not get in the video. It picks up fairly good sound also, another good reason to direct the bubbles to the other side. It also picks up sound on the boat and on the surface if any one is close or you can narrate yourself. Practice aiming in a pool with your laptop handy. For me I aim it one click in toward my head, which works out to about 15 to 20 feet in front of me. Remember if you pick up something and want a close up hold it over toward you left eye (in my case I nounted it on my left side). The colors are really good and the depth of fiels is awesome. Also a free tip. Use the little short lanyard and tie off on the mask clamp as a safety strap. I did not, and bumped the release on the way off the boat and it fell off and is floating out there in St Maarten somewhere. I had to buy another one. Sorry I was late answering, been in Jamaica diving!!!
1968670
I suggest getting the flat lens housing. You get better video above and below water and the filters will help with color underwater, lights are really the best though.
342187
I have not dived deep with it yet. However the waterproof case appears quite capable. I did drop the camera in some deep mud once without the case. I immediately took the battery out and held my breath for a day while it dried out. Water had gotten in pretty deep yet it survived. Either I was lucky or the camera can take a little moisture. I also own the SJ1000 and the two are very similar in their cases, apparent innards, menu system, and mounts. The mounts that come with these are good for nearly any situation but of course this greatly depends on the application for which you will use it. There is no window suction cup so if you intend it for a dash cam you will have to get one separately. If you intend it for a helmet there are straps that should suffice. I mount mine on a bike sometimes and found that the accessories are not designed to wrap handlebars very well, but with all the odd attachments I found a way to make it work. The quality is very good. There is a small bit of grain if the settings are not on full quality. Of course if you expect do any post production image stabilization then that will crop down a bit. Carrying the camera by hand will make for a bumpy, dizzy video, no matter how stable your hand is. I have a monopod which I often attach mine too. Carrying the monopod naturally has a stabilizing effect. If you want an accessory I would recommend a telescoping action cam pole. That way you can extend it out in front of you for those great panoramic selfies, or lift it up above a crowd for a bit of an aerial view.
1491709
It is pretty good even underwater, same with the video quality and it also records audio as well. I use a 32 gb external memory card so the resolution for still pictures and video were at maximum
1107024
Yes you can take pictures under water as well as video i use the video a lot when i deep sea dive i love it make sure to get the floating wrist strap so you dont drop your camera to the bottom of the sea i
702712
I haven't had the opportunity to try it out under water, but it does operate differently. I tried it out at home and the photos are blurry unless you have the lense set at maximum exposure (all the way out). It then takes clear photos. This means to me that you better be ready to use it when it is in that mode before it automatically turns off during your power saving mode.
355566
I actually do not know, I haven't used the video feature very much, and when I have, I have used it outdoors. I will have to test this. I will post my findings after I try it out!
1647385
Can't answer the "under water" part but I do use it successfully outdoors where it get's wet in rain, etc.
961950
I have had mine for 3 weeks and it has been in the ocean at least a dzoen times for more than an hour each time--both surfing and snorkling. I put my old camera in it and it fit perfect and pictures are awesome. NO leaking so far. BEST 12 dolllars I spent. I do not see many good reviews for waterproof cameras...they seem to brake alot and out of water do not take good pics or vids. Mine works awesome in and out all the time. What a genious invention!!!
636173
??? Are you planning to do underwater videos? If you mean does it handle rain.....Yes it does. But don't take it in the shower anyways :-)
563905
good question! . so far I have not used under water but I will keep in mind a rainy day.
1469149
I took mine on a float trip in the river. Took pictures and even some underwater video with it.
748928
Hello Hoover -- I've yet to try the separate waterproof case. But, I've shot many hours of film and still shots in the stock impact / water resistant case under every imaginable condition: From adventure races to night time and plenty of stupidity. All-in-all, I haven't noticed much, if any distortion or blurring (fish bowl). I know that's often the feedback. The biggest issue I have is forgetting to clear the housing from mud or other debris when shooting. There may be some occasional fish bowl effects on the edges, but it's not enough to be a real issue for me. I also use a Sony a7 for hi-def personal shooting. But, love the results from the Action Cam for fun active shots -- it will be joining me on another Tough Mudder in two weeks.
2100731
Takes great video with sound. My only issue is that I had to come up to surface to change setting video to photo and vice versa. There setting was difficult to change while underwater.
78779
I have taken it swimming, and took photos under water - not for a long time and probably only two feet below the surface. If we could have held our breath longer and stopped laughing - the photos would have turned out better. It captured bubbles, expressions, and images in a deep, dark pond. And, it still works. Also us it a lot to take pictures when skiing. We always pack a second battery, just in case.