Is this camera water proof? to what depth for how long?
531299
The camera is weather proofed. It has seals to protect from the weather...it is Not waterproof!
531300
No, it is not waterproof. It is splash and dust resistant. In other words you can take photos in the rain or at the beach using one of Pentax's sealed lenses. You cannot submerge the camera in water. It is a solid well constructed camera. I've had mine since 2008 with no problems.
531301
I have not seen any reference to "water resistance " in the manual, and just looking at my camera, I see many places for water to enter..I would say don't take this one in water without a waterproof enclosure..
531302
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.
949718
I have used the camera in the case in salt water up to 30 ft. It is a good camera and can be used in salt water...
609701
The camera comes with a case that you use to waterproof it. In it's case, it is Waterproof to 131'/40m
2022636
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!
310517
Ad states that this camera is weatherproof but not waterproof. I have mine located under the eves away from rain.
1615687
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.
1712952
Yes! This is a terrible camera! I bought it because I was going to a water park with my family. After it went underwater (less than 3 feet) a couple of times it stopped working. I opened it up and noticed water had gone in through the casing even though it was closed correctly. Besides that the focus and zoom is terrible! I took it back and got my money back right away. There are newer and better waterproof cameras out there and I would invest in a different model/brand. Sorry for the delay in my response.
2048177
Great little cam but I highly doubt it is waterproof in any sense of the term.....my suggestion - don't take it on a water ride !
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
609700
I used the camera on a recent dive trip. I had the LCD back so used the GoPro Hero 3 housing (not +) because it could accommodate the LCD back.So yes the camera is good in deep water in the housing. The Hero 3+ housing also works in water (you need to put the correct back on the case in either situation ..3 or 3+)
945717
No. My camera lasted only 5 minutes in the water. I had to throw the camera away because it was probably going to cost more to fix it and they would not fix it. I had bought the camera 1 yr and 1 week earlier but had never taken it in the water. My husbands camera lasted slightly longer but it died about 3 months after first being in the water.
187992
That was my problem with the camera. We took it on a snorkeling trip to Hawaii and didn't exceed the 15 feet limit that Sony said it was waterproof to, and it seeped water into the inside of the camera. Ruined it and when I tried to get Sony to honor it's warranty, they reneged on their warranty. Their service center is a joke. I barely took the camera any deeper than 5 feet.
1406687
Hello! I just purchased this cameria for my husband's birthday in March 2014. We have not used it for water purposes yet. However, reading the reviews, it seems to be a decent camera for this purpose.
514195
Not if you plan on going deeper than a foot or two. I took mine down about 10 ft and the camera was ruined. GoPro or camera with a diving housing is the way to go.
166128
Andrea,I contacted the manufacturer directly, and they said it was their mistake to print that the camera was "suitable for the backyard." They refunded my money when I pointed out that error. I looked at the camera closely, and it is not sealed and has open vents that would allow water to enter directly enter the electronics of the camera. It wouldn't last very long in the open rain. I suppose if a person could put the camera in a sort of clear plastic box, it might work.Ken
28384
You may check 3rd party vendor for a water resistance housing. Apparently for Sony, we don't have any water resistance housing for this camera. -Ely
1067605
The camera is water proof. I have used one for my work in harsh environments for some time now, and it is an excellent camera. Due to this, I bought one for my son.