Has anyone tried this camera with the underwater housing while scuba diving? What did you think?
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I have been using the G1X (the orginal G1X, not the MkII) underwater since it was released. I use the Canon WP-DC housing for it, which are pretty compact and give you a full range of controls underwater. I have been very happy with the results. You can check them out on my Flickr page: flickr.com/photos/bluewavechris . The image quality is better than my previous G series cameras underwater, due to the larger sensor. Not quite as good as my DSLR quality underwater, but that is understandable due to lens quality/glass size more than anything else. The G1X gives me excellent images without the bulk of a DSLR housing in the water.
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I took this camera on a tour to the Dry Tortugas snorkeling, tubing in key west, and a chlorinated pool. After considerable time underwater, I have not run into a problem with leaking so far.
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I know there is a underwater housing available for the first model of this camera (the 720SW) that goes very deep. Check the olympus website, as it's where I've seen it. I'm sure they'll come out with one for this camera as well.
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Hi Nancy, I love my tiny 300HS and have taken hundreds of photos and videos underwater all over the world with it. For that matter, hundreds more topside. I've had several U/W cameras/housings over the years (mostly Canon) and even some I made myself. This WP-DC41 and 300HS are winners. I've also purchased other UW cameras since: GoPro and Panny, but the tiny 300 wins. Hint: As you know, color is wimpy (mainly blue/gray) under water unless you use artificial lighting (strobe). The 300 HS built-in strobe is OK for close-in shots, but for more oomph, check out the inexpensive Intova UW slave strobe (search INTOVA). (Get the fiber-optic cable with it and tray). Happy diving! Keith --(end KJ)-- Hi Nancy, I love my tiny 300HS and have taken hundreds of photos and videos underwater all over the world with it. For that matter, hundreds more topside. I've had several U/W cameras/housings over the years (mostly Canon) and even some I made myself. This WP-DC41 and 300HS are winners. I've also purchased other UW cameras since: GoPro and Panny, but the tiny 300 wins. Hint: As you know, color is wimpy (mainly blue/gray) under water unless you use artificial lighting (strobe). The 300 HS built-in strobe is OK for close-in shots, but for more oomph, check out the inexpensive Intova UW slave... » Read More Hi Nancy, I love my tiny 300HS and have taken hundreds of photos and videos underwater all over the world with it. For that matter, hundreds more topside. I've had several U/W cameras/housings over the years (mostly Canon) and even some I made myself. This WP-DC41 and 300HS are winners. I've also purchased other UW cameras since: GoPro and Panny, but the tiny 300 wins. Hint: As you know, color is wimpy (mainly blue/gray) under water unless you use artificial lighting (strobe). The 300 HS built-in strobe is OK for close-in shots, but for more oomph, check out the inexpensive Intova UW slave strobe (search INTOVA). (Get the fiber-optic cable with it and tray). Happy diving! Keith --(end KJ)-- « Show Less
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I purchased a GoPro for videos. I've only used this camera with the underwater housing & it has taken some amazing photos during my night dives. I have tried to take pictures of some moon rises and they have not come out well since I do not know how to set up the camera for those types of shots. Overall I love the camera but still learning how to use the settings to maximize my shots.
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I've used it with a housing and am pleased to tell you that the quality of my photos are amazing. Near macro shots come out crisp, however, any long distance, panoramic attempts will not be satisfactory, not enough light from the on board flash. I've taken some video of clownfish, and find my self going baack to it over and over again.The housing buttons are easy to master and work well. It is quite sturdy and has held up well. I have to admit, I am still surprised how well the small self contained flash works, very little back scatter and deep color saturation.
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honestly? It was more trouble than it was worth. The camera would heat the inside with it'simple photo use and fog up the INSIDE lens. It's difficult to make the camera fit well and then to handle the camera in the water on top of this I wish I had purchased an inexpensive underwater camera. MY DiCap is going up for sale on ebay...interested?
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You can shoot as video underwater also and with the cover in place. It was an expensive but excellent purchase. The cons were it is bulky to pack and I could not use the view finder I had to use the large screen for viewing. I am sure you can use the viewfinder I just did not take the time to read the directions. Good luck!
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I haven't used it underwater, but it is plastic. The only thing I would think is its accuracy in that situation for white balancing your shots or video. That would require some testing.
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The red filter snaps on to the underwater housing, but you have to buy a special underwater housing, the one with the round lens (that comes with the camera) will not work. As for water getting behind it, I don't recall I only used it for diving but it is a very tight fit.
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Not that I've had, but I haven't used it for extended underwater use. I've taken it swimming in rivers a couple of times and the pictures and video have come out clear.
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I took my gopro 3+ silver snorkeling and got some great footage, I would deffinate recommend getting the gopro 3+ black edition and the stock waterproof housing on the 3+ works really well.
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I haven't had the opportunity to try it out under water, but it does operate differently. I tried it out at home and the photos are blurry unless you have the lense set at maximum exposure (all the way out). It then takes clear photos. This means to me that you better be ready to use it when it is in that mode before it automatically turns off during your power saving mode.
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Hello and yes. all the features were available, including the zoom. i tried other housings, and this was by far the best, as it was made especially for the camera. We went to Sea World in Florida and it worked great underwater. Hope that helps you out. Bernie
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This device is not waterproof. There are special waterproof containers for cameras, and most scuba shops rent cameras that will work underwater.
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Yes, it works great for taking pictures underwater. It's a bit of a pain to put it together (bring a quarter with you for the screw) but I felt for the price it was worth it rather than having to buy a separate underwater camera. You can check out the underwater pictures that I took with it:https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4610894505961.1073741825.1100453072&type;=1&l;=3f01417080
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I've used the A620 underwater with the Canon housing, and it was absolutely awesome. It has an underwater setting that helps to filter out the excess blues that you would otherwise get. If you're going to be snorekling, make sure you use the video feature, it takes great underwater movies! Have a great trip!