Underwater cameras
Jul 28, 2022 04:46:29 #
Hello folks, does anyone know any budget(300-600$) decent quality underwater cameras? Doesn't need to be anything exceptional. Any advice is welcome, thanks!
Jul 28, 2022 11:51:05 #
Just Shoot Me
Loc: Ithaca, NY
Olympus "Tough" TG-6
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Jul 28, 2022 13:35:48 #
Just Shoot Me wrote:
Olympus "Tough" TG-6
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Yep. The best
Jul 28, 2022 20:39:02 #
Yep. The best! Waterproof to 50 feet. An underwater case is available for a LOT less than a typical SLR underwater case and will get you down to 120 feet if you think you will need it. Three auto modes for underwater and does great as a point and shoot walking around. I highly recommend one, love mine and carry it with me ALWAYS in a small shoulder bag. Saved my azz a few months ago when I was involved in a traffic accident!
Jul 29, 2022 02:11:23 #
Just Shoot Me wrote:
Olympus "Tough" TG-6
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Waterproof
Shockproof
Built in GPS
Shoots 4 K video
Takes 12MP shots
Aprox. $500.00
Check it out at B&H
Ron
Thanks, going to check it out. Was wondering if those are good enough since recently nearby outdoor store got underwater cameras https://gritroutdoors.com/sealife/
Most likely still going to go with Olympus, especially after reading some reviews and watching some videos about it today. Nevertheless, wanted to know your opinion on Sealife, since I can just pick it up nearby instead of ordering online(not like that's a big issue but still)
Jul 29, 2022 06:40:16 #
I have an Olympus TG-5 and have used it many times. It works great.
Jul 29, 2022 07:31:49 #
Apparently the TG-6 holds it's resell value quite well. I haven't seen a used one for under $400 anywhere. I'm looking for one to shoot events in the rain.
Jul 29, 2022 07:34:58 #
Nikonos. I just saw 4 of them listed between $150 and $300. https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=nikonos
--Bob
--Bob
Timbr wrote:
Hello folks, does anyone know any budget(300-600$) decent quality underwater cameras? Doesn't need to be anything exceptional. Any advice is welcome, thanks!
Jul 29, 2022 07:39:56 #
rmalarz wrote:
Nikonos. I just saw 4 of them listed between $150 and $300. https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=nikonos
--Bob
--Bob
Hm, going to check it out, sounds like a really good deal!
Jul 29, 2022 07:43:58 #
I use one when the weather looks dicey.
--Bob
--Bob
Timbr wrote:
Hm, going to check it out, sounds like a really good deal!
Jul 29, 2022 07:58:40 #
Nortfish
Loc: Port St. Lucie, Fla
FWIW. I bought an Oly TG-1 on a whim when it first came out. I was amazed at the quality of pictures it took both under and above water. Now, even though I have several other cameras, I never go on vacation without my trusty Olympus. Tempted to upgrade to the six but except for shooting raw, I can't find a good reason to. If it had an EVF it would be perfect.
Jul 29, 2022 08:16:31 #
Sealife Micro 3.0 - $600 - f2.8 - sealed, 11oz. - tiny camera, BIG buttons, 16MP , 4k video
depth tested to 200ft, have used for several years - very happy with it,
USB charge & download.
https://www.sealife-cameras.com/product/micro-3-0-underwater-camera/
depth tested to 200ft, have used for several years - very happy with it,
USB charge & download.
https://www.sealife-cameras.com/product/micro-3-0-underwater-camera/
Jul 29, 2022 08:28:43 #
rmalarz wrote:
Nikonos. I just saw 4 of them listed between $150 and $300. https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=nikonos
--Bob
--Bob
If you want to shoot film! Not only is the Olympus great for underwater and bad conditions, but it shoots raw and has some of the “computational photography” tools found in high end Olympus cameras. It does decent macro too.
Jul 29, 2022 08:52:45 #
Timbr wrote:
Hello folks, does anyone know any budget(300-600$) decent quality underwater cameras? Doesn't need to be anything exceptional. Any advice is welcome, thanks!
Kind of depends on what your underwater goals are. Are you planning snorkeling, shallow diving, deeper diving, or tech diving. In your price range for snorkeling there are waterproof cameras from Nikon and others for 300 or less. For shallow diving the TG-6, entry level Sealife, and GoPro 10 are all great solutions. Add the UW housings to the TG-6 and the GoPro then they along with the Sealife will go to max recreational depth.
In any case for UW photography remember to be a diver first and photog second. Then get close and when you think you are too close get closer.
These are 2 GoPro shots
Hugh
Jul 29, 2022 09:21:14 #
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