is this camera good for everyday use? Mu daughter wants one for water but also mostly everyday use
1052103
I use this camera in the water and out, it takes great pictures. Great everyday use camera.
1052104
If you are buying one for your daughter. I would get a Sony Cybershot new. It will fit in her pocket or purse and is easy to use and does movies and has a better built in zoom.
1052105
I think so - we bought it for some wet excursions on a cruise we took, and wound up taking almost all our pictures with it. It is not much bigger than a smart phone, takes much better pictures than a phone, the removable battery charges up quick, and if you like, you can even buy a spare battery or two charged up in reserve. We would take pictures all day with it and just charge it up at the end of the day. Your daughter will love this camera. It's even a pretty color!
2179654
I found the picture quality to be quite sharp and clear. Not sure about battery life I do know we had it out all day and evening on the boat and in and out of the water and no problem with it running down. But I always take the batteries out when the camera isn't in use after the day is done.
88477
I am also comparing these 2 Cameras. I want to use for Snorkeling and Beach pictures on our upcoming cruise. My preference is for Quality Underwater Photos over how stylish the actual camera is. Also, I am looking for the one with the Best Zoom Capabilities....... Anyone out there own one of these cameras ???
78211
It is in fact waterproof; however, the picture quality stinks. The quality is like when the first digital cameras came out with like 1.5 pix. I wouldn't recommend you buying this camera.
1981743
I had to send the camera back; because, the camera got moisture inside and stopped working. The lens also had issues fogging up in humid conditions. My camera never went below a few feet. So I do not know if this is a build quality issue or a design problem with the camera. When working it took great pictures and we had fun using the camera for some surfing photos. The video record feature is also very nice and easy to use. It is a good action camera that can get wet. As to waterproof, I am not so sure. Hope this helps, Phil
1534665
I do not have this camera any longer, my son destroyed it (he's 2) and i replaced it with a Pentax Optio S1 which is just as good, if not better than the original. I would be honest about the camera, its best not to conceal the truth. Let her know you would like to replace the lost camera for her with something comparable.
1055175
I have not experienced any major battery life issues. I take a lot of photos when I use it and a few video clips as well and don't need to charge up for a couple of days. I am an amateur so I generally keep it on auto with very little to none on manual. I am pretty basic and just wanted a camera that takes great clear photos inspite of my limitations which is exactly what it does for me. I take approximately a couple of hundred in a day plus a video or two when I shoot my alpacas at shows. Then I take about a hundred when we are out in the country while my husband fly fishes and I don't have to recharge for a couple of days. Again I use a pretty basic setting and I only have 1 battery. I have not experienced any major battery life issues. I take a lot of photos when I use it and a few video clips as well and don't need to charge up for a couple of days. I am an amateur so I generally keep it on auto with very little to none on manual. I am pretty basic and just wanted a camera that takes great clear photos inspite of my limitations which is exactly what it does for me. I take approximately a couple of hundred in a day plus a video or two when I shoot my alpacas at shows. Then I take about a hundred when we are out in the country while my husband fly fishes and I don't... » Read More I have not experienced any major battery life issues. I take a lot of photos when I use it and a few video clips as well and don't need to charge up for a couple of days. I am an amateur so I generally keep it on auto with very little to none on manual. I am pretty basic and just wanted a camera that takes great clear photos inspite of my limitations which is exactly what it does for me. I take approximately a couple of hundred in a day plus a video or two when I shoot my alpacas at shows. Then I take about a hundred when we are out in the country while my husband fly fishes and I don't have to recharge for a couple of days. Again I use a pretty basic setting and I only have 1 battery. « Show Less
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I take 20-50 photos a day outside in the elements. i drop the camera at least 2-3 times a month on the ground (usually concrete) and it still works like a charm. TBonicus 619
2233281
My camera is completely waterproof. I have 3 small children and that is the best test for shock and under water. Over a year now and it is as sturdy as can be. Don't expect very high quality pics but for normal use is very good. And fun...
253468
I bought it for a trip and yes I took it snorkeling and we had no issues. It's a cheap camera so you get what you pay for in quality. If I tried to take an out of water picture I had a lot more issues with dots of water or smudges or blurry spots but for the most part every picture I took under water was good. Hope that helps.
788649
Hi, I bought this camera for my mom. She loves it...said it is a very versatile. My brother is a professional photographer. He loves the camera and even though he has 3000 dollar cameras thought this would be a great everyday camera. He was impressed with all the features it has for such a compact camera. Hope this helps. Have a good day.
688551
Non whatsoever - took great underwater pics. We love this camera for traveling- compact, east use and takes great pictures!
838642
I think this camera will be great for a 10 year old. It's basic,easy to use. Rechargeable battery with charger. Its fun and so small it really does fit in your pocket.. Of course being so small will the 10 year keep track of it? I love it,alot of fun to use.
1494308
I bought this camera for my 8 year old daughter and she has taken lots of underwater pictures! The pics that are within a few feet are very clear!
2116657
I bought this camera for my kids to play around with in the pool, and at the water park. They are 9 and 12 years old and a little bit hard on electronics. This camera has held up well for us, and the kids like the pics. From my perspective the pics are only okay, but I like that I have not had to buy a replacement because of the abuse.
1134401
This camera comes with decent 5X zoom. But a problem with this camera is that there is some time lag between you click shutter button and actual image is collected. Therefore, I don't recommend this camera for action pictures. This camera comes with good water proof and shock proof. If that's the main reason for buying a new camera, this camera is recommended. Your daughter needs some practice for action pictures before she goes Africa. If picture quality is priority, I would recommend Cannon EOS M for picture quality and relatively smaller size.
847992
Did you have any other issues with the camera? I am weighing between buying this camera or the Pentax underwater camera-WP10. I will use this camera to do a website on the Thousand Islands in Cocoa Beach as well as in the Bahamas underwater snorkeling so any input would be appreciated. How was the battery life? Easy to operate, such as spacing between the buttons for big fingers? Thanks and have a good day.