$109.95 Underwater Casing!

dopeytree · 07-24-2009, 04:54 AM

Though this might be useful for some people looking for something over the summer for snorkling or kayaking shots etc

Amazon.com: DiCAPac WPS10 Waterproof Case for SLR/DSLR Cameras 230 x 270 x 190mm: Camera & Photo

The reviews are mixed but basically it seems you have to put the camera on auto and probably pre-set a focal point too as I wouldn't want the case to break because you lens is trying to focus (lens getting bigger etc)

Anyway I DO know that the K10D. K20D & K-7 are weather sealed but would you want to risk it underwater?...

lithos · 07-24-2009, 05:25 AM

Good luck taking it below, oh, about five or ten meters.

Water pressure'll depress all your buttons at once (luckily, the power switch is a lever...)

I'd risk taking my Pentax underwater...if there was a damn dedicated, proper housing for 'em (for normal recreation diving, not technical diving or anything, but it's not like I'm a tech diver anyway.)

What those bags are good for is paddling around in the shallows, in the rain, in the pool. Wouldn't risk it for diving or even snorkelling - coral is hard and sharp.

IF lenses solve the problem of the lens getting bigger as it focuses.

bdery · 07-24-2009, 02:57 PM

I have an equivalent from another brand. I love it. It's not for diving but for snorkeling it's perfect. It's not true that you cannot use AF, but it would be more co plicated with a non Interjal Focusing lens.

For general underwater use, it's a very nice tool.

*ChrisPlatt* · 07-25-2009, 02:50 AM

Nikonos prices are becoming very attractive lately.

Chris

Ben_Edict · 07-25-2009, 07:58 AM

Originally Posted by ChrisPlatt

Nikonos prices are becoming very attractive lately.

Chris

Yes, I always look at KEH's prices for Nikonos V bodies and matching lenses. They are now unbelievably cheap. Might also be very useful for really bad weather, sandy/dusty environments etc.

Ben