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Average customer rating:
- Could do better
- Nice enough camera ... but, well, just not very waterproof!
- Does what it says on the box
- Fantastic waterproof camera
- Good but not exceptional
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Pentax Optio W30 Waterproof Digital Compact Camera [7MP, 3x optical]
Manufacturer: Pentax
ProductGroup: CE
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ASIN: B000NI6J7M
Release Date: 2007-02-13
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Customer Reviews:
Could do better.......2007-09-24
I wanted a waterproof camera for a sailing trip so the positive reviews of this camera's performance under natural light conditions swayed me over the Olympus Mju. I was very happy with the results from my outdoor "action" shots but very disappointed with the shots using flash. Taking pics of people when flash was needed was a nightmare due to the ridiculously long time it took for the camera to focus on static subjects. In short, great for outdoor/daylight photography but hopeless for flash portraiture.
Nice enough camera ... but, well, just not very waterproof!.......2007-08-31
The bottom line is that the Pentax let me down just when I needed it ... while snorkelling to the coral and the fish!
While I don't claim to be an expert photographer, I do own a number of cameras and take the trouble to look after my electronic kit. I paid particular attention to this compact; after all, water and electronics are not natural bedfellows. So I really was disappointed when the camera shut down `en route' to the aquatic panorama it was supposed to capture.
I'm not going to say that this is an awful camera; it is not. It is easy to use and takes decent enough pictures. Indeed in the short time I owned it I'd already grown to like it a lot. But, to deliberately misquote another, at least my example did NOT do "exactly what it says on the tin".
So here's the rub: lots of people are really happy with the waterproof properties of the Pentax. Maybe they were simply lucky with their examples and certainly I wish them many hours of happy underwater photography. But beware: after my Pentax shut down I later poured a small puddle out of it! And having checked Amazon's international site, I see I am not alone ...
There I leave it. A decent enough `land' compact - if a bit expensive for this purpose - and great underwater IF you are lucky enough to get a `good-un'.
As a parting comment, I should add that Amazon dealt with the refund really very well. No quibbles. Very impressive (and reassuring).
Does what it says on the box.......2007-08-11
Great camera if you're looking for a waterproof. Only criticism is lack of optical viewfinder - call me old fashioned but I hate trying to compose pictures on an LCD. However, underwater you wouldn't be able to use an optical finder. Pictures are excellent, in and out of water. A bit of advice - if you're looking for a case, go to Lowepro website. They have a document that tells you which of their cases fits just about any camera currently available.
Fantastic waterproof camera.......2007-07-05
I bought this camera primarily to take photos whilst snorkelling and in rockpools. On my first trip out I knew I had bought a fantastic bit of kit! Yes there are limitations, but at this price the quality is amazing given the waterproof capabilities, especially videos underwater. I use my Canon 350D SLR for quality "dry weather" shots, and the Pentax W30 for underwater/rainyday shots, plus as a "take anywhere" camera as it's very small. I'd definitely recommend this camera.
As mentioned in other reviews, you'll need to buy a case to protect the lens, and I picked a nice one up from Jessops for a tenner.
One comment in response to one of the other reviews on this page, I bought this camera from Amazon in June07 and it DID come with full English instructions so it looks like they've changed suppliers (mine came direct from Amazon in 2 days). However if you end up with instructions in another language, the US Pentax website now has the full English PDF for free download.
Good but not exceptional.......2007-05-18
I got this camera having previous owned Sony DSC-P100, Casio Z4 and a Panosonic Lumix FX01 as I take a lot of beach and skiing holidays.
Pros:
1. Waterproof to 3m for 2hrs (more than enough for seaside, pool and snorkelling
2. Light, thin and well built
3. Movie mode is good and you can turn the OPTICAL zoom on (makes terrible mechanical noise when you zoom but its good that you have the option to zoom unlike most cameras)
4. Time interval movie mode is quite cool function (Can take a picture once a minute for a few hours and make it into a movie clip)
Cons:
1. Screen only 115k pixels so can look a bit grainy
2. It's slower than other camera's I'm used too in terms of focusing and navigating through menus which can get a tad annoying
3. Pretty small battery
4. No AF illuminator so pretty bad at focusing in low-light (i.e this is good for the beach/outdoors but not so good for indoor shots and parties)
5. Quite a lot of noise above ISO 200
6. FACE detection only works in portrait mode
7. Can only get to movie mode through menu (no special physical button)
Overall, it looks like there are more cons than pros but at the end of the day, the most important feature is that you can take it to the beach/skiing/pool/underwater so if this is important to you than only rival at the moment is olympus which is rubbish movie function (only 15fps not 30 like the pentax).
It takes average pictures and if ure not going to use the underwater feature I wouldn't recommend the camera but if you are, its better than other alternatives available at the moment
Product Description
WP-DC700 WATERPROOF CASE 40M F/ POWERSHOT A60/A70 UK
Customer Reviews:
Does what it says on the box.......2006-09-05
Worked flawlessly for me (Though it probably helped that I tried it out in the Maldives!). Even at night, I got pictures with the flash.
The only (minor) problem I had was that I kept accidentally changing from "Photo" to "Movie" mode with the large switch on the back. But this really is a minor quibble.
simple effective robust and essential.......2005-09-15
the WP-DC70 is an essential purchase for any canon ixus 700 owner looking to expand into wetter territory.
It is tough and reliable and although initially a little daunting taking a camera to 40 metres, it quickly becomes routine, luckily very little maintainenece is required and an occasional check of the o-ring and all is good. spare o rings and silicon grease can be aquired but frankly they are not needed, i have used mine heavily for six months and its idiotproof, and really does take a bashing in its stride, getting in and out of dive boats not being the most gentle of activities.
Have tested the camera to depths in excess of 40 metres in this casing with no issues, occasionaly though the case will get condensation inside even with two bags of silica gel inside, with no silica gel it will mist very quickly.
the cse comes with a couple of straps for nexk and wrist and its fairly simple to attach something more sturdy, the case with camera is positively bouyant so at least if you do let go it can be retrieved (by someone) on the surface.
a good housing for a good camera with quick and easy access to all the controls, allowing full creative control at depth.
No problems.......2005-07-13
Recently used the WP-DC 70 on a 2 week diving trip and had no problems whatsoever. I would still recommend doing your first couple of dives with just a tissue inside the housing to ensure the seal is secure.
Underwater controls are easy to operate and pictures taken inside the housing are just as clear as those taken outside the housing.
Product Description
Model type: FinePix F40d.
Permissible depth of water: Up to 40m.
Material:
Body: Clear polycarbonate, Lens window: FL reinforced-glass
Size: 131mm (W) x 93mm (H) x 84mm (D)
Weight: Approx. 290g (excluding camera and accessories)
Product Description
Fujifilm WP-FXA500 Waterproof Case for FinePix A 400/A500 Zoom, N078330A, 1 in a Pack, Price for 1 pack
Product Description
This multi-function Underwater Digital Camera can take up to 312 photos or video capture on your next holiday and is waterproof. Take photos and videos 3 metres underwater! When you go swimming on your next holiday take this Digital Camera for photos or v
Product Description
Waterproof case for Canon PowerShot G7
Customer Reviews:
Essential for snorkelling and diving.......2007-05-24
I own the G7 and the waterproof case and I wouldn't be without them for any holiday where I'm planning on snorkelling or diving.
Pictures are awesome and memories of fabulous experiences wouldn't be possible without it. All the functions of the camera are available with the case and it's very easy to use. I would say if you have very small hands that it might be a bit difficult to use as the case is a little large.
Product Description
Technical DataHeader / Product LineCanon WPTechnical DataHeader / ModelDC7Technical DataHeader / ManufacturerCanonTechnical DataHeader / Packaged Quantity1Technical DataCarrying Case / TypeMarine caseTechnical DataCarrying Case / Recommended UseFor digital photo cameraTechnical DataMiscellaneous / Underwater UseBuilt-in
Customer Reviews:
Great housing for a great camera.......2007-03-04
I bought one of these housings, as I like to do a bit of snorkelling whilst on trips. It works very well. All the buttons are a doddle to use, and it's easy to see what your taking a picture of. All the functions of the camera are available, including zoom.
Make sure you follow the instructions, reference; greasing the rubber seal, and testing the housing in the water (before putting the camera inside).
You will be surprised just how easy this is to use, and even more surprised at your images of the fish.
A great buy for anyone who snorkels whilst on Holiday. Also helps stop sand getting into the camera when on the beach - perfect for letting the kids play !
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