Canyoneering (etc.) Camera

[utidcapaco]

I just picked up a digital camera I thought some of you might be interested in. It's waterproof to 5 feet for up to 30 minutes, perfect for canyoneering. It takes excellent photos and great video (I got a 2 GB memory card). You can see it here: http://www.h20camera.com

Now I won't have any excuses (e.g., "I was too cold to dig my camera out of my drybag") not to post great action shots here!

Brent

P.S. I don't have any affiliation with Pentax, I just thought this info might be useful. Olympus also has one that is waterproof and shockproof, if you're interested.

[accadacca]

That's cool! Thanks for sharing.

[Iceaxe]

So how much???

[marc olivares]

i've seen them as low as $240

my buddy Ben has one and they take great shots.

after dumping my cannon elf into the mystery springs pool, i've been looking for a new "wettable" camera. i played w/ Bens a bit and and it's a great little water camera

[Sombeech]

That's a great idea, in fact I've had my eyes on this waterproof case for my Canon. Looks like brand new they're around $170. I'll check Ebay.

I love the camera I have now, and this way I don't have to buy another one. It's waterproof up to 100 feet. I've also got a 2GB card, so it will be nice for some underwater movies, or just tubing down the river.

[Alex]

That's the camera I am bringing this weekend. I made a mount for my whitewater helmet so I can use it hands free. I will post pics and videos of our trip, unless they turn out crappy.

[utidcapaco]

I think mine was around $260 at Costco. I saw some lower prices online, but I had some credit at Costco. The 2 GB chip was $40, but prices continue to drop. I hated to spend almost as much for a waterproof case as for the camera, plus I needed a new digicam, which is why I went the way I did. Although I'm sure a case adds some protection for bumps and drops. Hopefully my neoprene pouch will sufficiently protect it from canyon walls, etc.

Kazak, you mentioned whitewater. Do you raft/kayak as well? Would you mind posting a picture of your helmet-cam setup? Thanks!

[utidcapaco]

Sorry Kazak (and all), I found your helmet cam on the other forum (http://utahbp.com/album01/IMG_1375). That's a pretty sweet setup. . . just don't roll in really shallow water!

[Alex]

Heh ya, not really for rolling, though it was on there pretty tight. I bounced on the raft a few times hitting my head on the paddle in front of me and the camera stayed on the helmet. Of course I wasn't recording that stretch of the river.

The camera did good in the water, I just came back from another vacation trip where I used it in salt water and it did just fine. The visibility is a little low under water, but decent enough.

I got mine at costco as well, with a 2gb SD card. Sounds like we have the exact same setup.

[Alex]

Oh I got a nice neopreme case for it at Inkleys. I will take a pic of it tonight and post it, if you are interested.

[RedMan]

ATVUtah has one of the Optio WPs.

All of the pics he has posted here on uutuah were taken with this camera.

It is great because it is small, takes a great photo, and dust and rain won't hurt it.

His only complaint is that there is no view finder other than the LCD which can be a bit hard to see in bright sunlight. He has to shadow it with his hand to frame the pic sometimes.

[Scott Card]

How does this camera do in low light situations like a narrow slot? Any one with any slot experience with one of these? I am in the market for a slot tolerant camera (waterproof and takes a low light photo) I am tired of lugging my Cannon A-1 around although you can't beat the quality of the old Cannons.

[Alex]

Scott I will tell you after this weekend. I am taking my Canon S2 IS and Pentax W10 with me. I will see if I can do comparison shots. Unless Ice runs us like a herd of cows through the desert.

[Scott Card]

I look forward to your results. And start mooing, Ice only hikes with BEEF jerky washed down with a little gatorade. No time for pulling plastic wrap off lunchables and putting together those little cracker and cheese sandwiches and eating pudding. Ya gotta go. Rays ain't open all night you know.

[Alex]

Good to know, I will stock up on Power bars. He stops at noon though right? Or when the dark clouds pull in?

[Iceaxe]

I will stock up on Power bars.

Power bars

Gatorade and jerky baby

I will see if I can do comparison shots.

I have what I consider the worlds greatest slot canyon camera (Canon PowerShot S50). I would love to do a couple comparison shots against the Pentex and see if it can stack up. No other camera has been able to yet and I have test literally hundreds.

The Canon is bullet proof and takes fantastic pictures..... of course the Canon costs twice as much and is not waterproof..... but....

[Scott Card]

My one and only time with him was in Adobe Swalle. He only stopped to snicker at me when I was down climbing, to build a dead man anchor and to take off the harness (at which time he wolfed down jerky and gatorade). Good thing though. That left plenty of time for Zero G, a sweet little find by Ice himself and to Rays all in one day. Fun trip.

[Alex]

I guess I have to bring the "special" gatorade for him, so he will be running to the bathroom every 5 mins. Then I can easily eat my plastic wrapped lunch

[bruce from bryce]

I carry a Canon SD400 and have the DC-30 waterproof case. Both work really well. I think the limiting factor in my photos is my eyesight as I have to wear reading glasses to see all the little icons on the screen. For that reason I usually just set in on automatic and shoot.

The waterproof case keeps out the H2O but unfortunately the back of the case has gotten scratched up some. Those coverings sound like a good idea to protect it from the sandstone.

I am experimenting with a piece of clear packing tape on my watch to protect its face. I think it is going to work really well since it does not leave any type of tape film. I'll report back on its effectiveness.

I do believe that a larger card is necessary especially if you desire to take any videos. They surely eat up the memory.

Enjoy and I look forward to see the photos and video from your trip.

[marc olivares]

I look forward to your results. And start mooing, Ice only hikes with BEEF jerky washed down with a little gatorade. No time for pulling plastic wrap off lunchables and putting together those little cracker and cheese sandwiches and eating pudding. Ya gotta go. Rays ain't open all night you know.

oh man isnt that the truth...lol

and dont plan on eating breakfast either...cause he wakes and goes!!!




please get some comparison shots, i'd love to see how it stacks up too