Cannon Housing Depth Ratings
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reeldive
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throw an Alkaseltzer or asprin in the casebigfrog23:
pakman
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I took a S70 housing down to 50-55m. Leaks isn't the problems but as others have mentioned, the buttons become a problem as the pressure is too much for most of the button springs. Got a few shots off before the display button got stuck and made the camera inoperatable at that depth.
mikeguerrero
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Any updates on your pictures with your new setup? I have the SD 800is and I too ordered the WP case that you mentioned... I'm going to be taking mine to Break Water in Monterey... Just simple pictures and maybe some live video since the camera is equipped with that function...
MG
MG
Go to whatever depth you need to - Canon will sell you a refurb if you flood it. I have the Canon housing for my A70, but when I got my A620, I popped for the Ikelite. Worth every <---- extra shekel.
mikeguerrero
Guest
I saw the Ikelite, but it is much more bulky than the Canon case... I guess I looking for just the basics and smaller is better for now...
I'll probably change if I go deeper and love it... Who knows what I'll find at 140 and beyond....
MG
I'll probably change if I go deeper and love it... Who knows what I'll find at 140 and beyond....
MG
DavidInNH
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Another couple of things...
1) Use the tissue paper as bigfrog suggested but first draw some lines on it with a marking pen that is not waterproof - if the ink runs, you'll know moisture got in there, even if the paper seems dry when you take it out.
2) Don't just take the casing down. Make a run through pressing each button and lever. You might not get any leaks until you exercise the rubber gaskets so use the housing as you would if a camera was in it.
Good luck. (I've had my 130'-rated housing down to about 160' without a problem. Also a Canon housing.)
mikeguerrero
Guest
I spoke to a Canon rep and the cases are tested to 150 feet. They use 130 as a safety stop and I believe any more than that is going to place your camera at risk.
