Underwater Digital Camera Question

[IrishCowboy]

Costco has Fuji FinePix Z33WP Waterproof on sale for $129

Anyone familiar with this camera and any recommendations for it?

 

[uncw89]

No, I haven't heard anything about this camera, but there was a thread not to long ago about underwater cameras. The Olympus ones got a good review. I just bought the Olmpus 850 Sw at Sam's Club ($158). I just tested it out in a pool this weekend and it took good pics. Most people on that thread were excited about the new Canon D10 (I think). I saw Costco has an Olympus waterproof one for $179, I don't remember which model. The tough 6000?

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2152034 Hopefully this link will work

 

[Brooklyn]

We got it! It is amazing! We love it!!!! It takes great pictures underwater. The flash is a little strong for everyday picture but underwater takes clear pictures.

Here is a picture from my first few tries using the camera.

As in any underwater camera it is hard to know exactly what you are taking a picture of.

 

[Capt_BJ]

do note this FUJI camera has a max working depth of 3 meters...it is waterproof but not intended to be 'underwater'

yes it can get wet but isn't really meant to be submerged

if interested this site has 'true' underwater cameras and housings.
http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-535/Cameras-Our-Most-Popular-Digital.html

scroll down and see that FUJI has a $200 housing for the F-30, good for over 100 feet.

so if you really plan to use for regular snorkeling I'd not recommend a waterproof ....

(SCUBA certified since 1973 sends)

 

[Brooklyn]

10 feet is all that our family needs.

Def for diving you would need something more but for an average water proof camera...instead of the ones you throw away...this a great alternative!

 

[loveysbydesign]

Can anyone recommend a disposable one and where to buy it at?
We leave tomorrow and that's something I forgot to get!

 

[m_kasch]

I was reading some reviews of the disposable underwater cameras, and the Fuji one got better reviews than the Kodak. I got mine at Wal-Mart, and they were under $9. I was considering getting a digital underwater camera, but for our furst cruise, I just went the cheaper route. Have fun!!

 

[loveysbydesign]

tHANKS!