reebok
Contributor
Hello,
I am looking for some guidance on getting a new camera setup. I am used to using the disposable underwater cameras, but would like something a bit more substantial. I am mainly looking for information about a simple setup such as an older canon powershot+case vs a gopro or something similar. I am only looking to show what's down there to my friends+family, but on the other hand I want something that looks halfway decent. I am not interested in spending a lot of money, or buying lights beyond my flashlight. the most I would spend would be on a gopro setup that pushes maybe $250 and that's only if I am convinced it's worth it (hd hero2 or hero3 white plus filters). I would prefer a simple point and shoot camera like the canon s50 (~$66 including case), but my main problem is I don't expect much macro stuff. I am more likely to see a fish from 10+ feet away and take its picture. I know a lot depends on ambient light, visibility, backscatter, etc. but is this a viable option for a camera at all or am I better suited to a small video setup like the gopro or intova? my primary diving is the gulf of mexico (tampa) with occasional trips to the east coast (jupiter). Thanks.
I am looking for some guidance on getting a new camera setup. I am used to using the disposable underwater cameras, but would like something a bit more substantial. I am mainly looking for information about a simple setup such as an older canon powershot+case vs a gopro or something similar. I am only looking to show what's down there to my friends+family, but on the other hand I want something that looks halfway decent. I am not interested in spending a lot of money, or buying lights beyond my flashlight. the most I would spend would be on a gopro setup that pushes maybe $250 and that's only if I am convinced it's worth it (hd hero2 or hero3 white plus filters). I would prefer a simple point and shoot camera like the canon s50 (~$66 including case), but my main problem is I don't expect much macro stuff. I am more likely to see a fish from 10+ feet away and take its picture. I know a lot depends on ambient light, visibility, backscatter, etc. but is this a viable option for a camera at all or am I better suited to a small video setup like the gopro or intova? my primary diving is the gulf of mexico (tampa) with occasional trips to the east coast (jupiter). Thanks.
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