Waterproof camera
Jan 12, 2020 18:16:45 #
I am going on a sailing trip and looking for a waterproof camera.It will be used for snorkeling and kayaking.Already have a good dslr
Considering Olympus TG-6 or a case to use with my I phone 8
Will not be using this on a regular basis
Thanks
SD
Considering Olympus TG-6 or a case to use with my I phone 8
Will not be using this on a regular basis
Thanks
SD
Jan 12, 2020 19:16:57 #
sdorfman wrote:
I am going on a sailing trip and looking for a waterproof camera.It will be used for snorkeling and kayaking.Already have a good dslr
Considering Olympus TG-6 or a case to use with my I phone 8
Will not be using this on a regular basis
Thanks
SD
Considering Olympus TG-6 or a case to use with my I phone 8
Will not be using this on a regular basis
Thanks
SD
The TG-6 is a good choice.
Jan 12, 2020 20:34:14 #
Jan 13, 2020 07:35:04 #
Make sure the strap is secure. Preferably to two points. I made sure my PENTAX WP60 was secure and then the strap broke. It's probably still at the bottom of La Jolla. Loved that little camera, it took all the stuff I hadn't bothered to download to Davy Jones locker with it.
OLYMPUS TG6 is up there with the best at the moment.
OLYMPUS TG6 is up there with the best at the moment.
Jan 13, 2020 07:36:36 #
I have the T-G 5 and love it. Truly waterproof and images are good. Look at the pricing for the TG-5. I don't think the TG-6 is a big improvement over the 5 and it could save you money. But compare the 2 and see what the differences are.
Jan 13, 2020 07:48:31 #
Yes, I would go with the Olympus. They have a very good reputation among Tough cameras.
Jan 13, 2020 08:00:11 #
I tried a few phone cases, and was usually disappointed. The touch-screen usually gets hard to use (or stops working completely), and you end up having to use the volume buttons to take pictures.
I would go for the Olympus tough camera. You will be surprised how good the image quality is, and you will find the buttons easier to use than a phone.
I would go for the Olympus tough camera. You will be surprised how good the image quality is, and you will find the buttons easier to use than a phone.
Jan 13, 2020 08:50:07 #
Jan 13, 2020 08:52:31 #
Jan 13, 2020 09:02:31 #
I don't know if things have improved, but there is a lot of care needed after use underwater.
People used to get underwater housings and just put them on a shelf. The seals needed to get sand and salt off them and often needed to be lubed.
Ton's of people buy very cheap "Action" cameras with housings and then complain when the leak.
I guess the battery/card door is the main concern with digitals.
People used to get underwater housings and just put them on a shelf. The seals needed to get sand and salt off them and often needed to be lubed.
Ton's of people buy very cheap "Action" cameras with housings and then complain when the leak.
I guess the battery/card door is the main concern with digitals.
Jan 13, 2020 09:46:39 #
Jan 13, 2020 09:58:34 #
I was the first on the pre order list when the TG-6 came out. Love the camera, love the photos it helps me produce. It does have some advances over the TG-5, you would have to compare the two to decide if the 6 is worth the extra money.
Highly recommend the TG-6.
Highly recommend the TG-6.
Jan 13, 2020 09:59:42 #
Should you want to take spectacular color underwater photos. I have a Nikonis V kit “film camea” w/ lenses, strobe light in a pelican case for sale.
Jan 13, 2020 10:40:49 #
Stan Wieg
Loc: Fair Oaks, CA
I have had good results with a GoPro Hero 7. The current models are much improved in that they don’t need a case for snorkeling depths, and that the LCD back and touch screen controls are both visible and workable in the water.
It does take some time to become familiar with the menus and controls. Interestingly, you may find that you get better pictures with videos than still settings. And you can control it through a smart phone.
It does take some time to become familiar with the menus and controls. Interestingly, you may find that you get better pictures with videos than still settings. And you can control it through a smart phone.
Jan 13, 2020 10:43:59 #
Should you be interested, I have a Full Nikonis V film camera kit for sale. This includes lenses, view finder, strobe light, brackets in a Pelican case.
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