Waterproof Digital Camera Reviews

Camera technology has come a long way, from the cumbersome black and white mode cameras to the compact digital cameras that are used nowadays. And then we have the digital cameras that can also be used underwater. This technology has made underwater photography accessible to the common man. No wonder one can see so many tourists busy snorkeling in the blues of the Bahamas and Hawaii. The reason behind this is that the underwater is a great treasure in itself, and it is a completely different and astonishing world down there. The beauty of the flora and fauna, and everything underwater is many times beyond our imagination. Besides this, waterproof cameras are also used in pool parties and picnics, to capture those happy memories with friends and family.

Now if you are looking to lay your hands on a decent camera that you can use underwater, there are numerous brands and models out there. But what is important is that there are quite a few specifications that you need to keep in mind before going in for that one camera. Some cameras are cheap and serve the basic purpose of underwater photography well, while others cost a bit more, but come loaded with useful features and add-ons. So how does one choose the perfect camera? Have a look at these waterproof digital camera reviews given here, and make your choice according to your budget and preferences.

Digital Waterproof Camera Reviews

Panasonic Lumix TS1	Canon D10
12.1 megapixel 4.6x internal optical zoom 2.7 inch LCD 720p high resolution 10 feet waterproof 11-point multi-area autofocus Face detection system Five-mode flash Red-eye reduction 1280 x 720 video 45MB internal memory No optical viewfinder No aperture / fully-manual mode Approx. Price: $300	12.1 megapixel 4x digital zoom 2.5 inch LCD Optical image stabilizer TTL contrast detection 9-point multi-area autofocus 33 feet waterproof Built-in speaker Digital noise reduction Direct print In-camera red-eye fix No optical viewfinder Unconventional shape Approx. Price: $310

Nikon - Coolpix S30	Panasonic Lumix FT2
10.1 megapixel 3x optical zoom/4x digital zoom 2.7 inch TFT LCD 720p HD video Electronic VR image stabilization SD, SDHC, SDXC card 10 feet waterproof 1280 x 720 pixel (720p) resolution 47MB inbuilt memory 10 sec. self-timer 240 shots/battery Below average LCD quality Below average noise performance Approx. Price: $120	14.1 megapixel 4.6x optical zoom 2.7 inch LCD Optical image stabilizer 33 feet waterproof Flash burst mode AVCHD Lite HD video recording Freezeproof 14 F / -10 C 6 feet drop proof 330 shots/battery 28mm wide-angle lens No sliding lens cover Difficult handling Approx. Price: $300

Sony CyberShot DSC-TX10	FUJIFILM FinePix XP50
16.2 megapixel 4x optical zoom 3 inch touchscreen 16 feet waterproof 1080/60i video 3D photo Burst shooting Freezeproof 14 F / -10 C Orientation sensor SD/SDHC/SDXC card Contrast detect sensor Slippery to handle Touchscreen takes getting used to Approx. Price: $280	14.4 megapixel 5x optical / 4x digital zoom 2.7 inch color TFT-LCD HD movie recording 3D picture technology 16.5 feet waterproof Freezeproof 14 F / -10 C Face detection Automatic red-eye removal 360 motion panorama mode Dual image stabilization No GPS Needs time to get used to Approx. Price: $200

Olympus TG 810	Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
14 megapixel 5x optical zoom 3 inch LCD Dual image stabilization 720p HD video 33 feet waterproof 3D still photo mode Built-in LED illuminator Freezeproof 14 F / -10 C Built-in GPS system SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot Uncomfortable locking system Uncomfortable 4-way controller Approx Price: $300	14 megapixel 5x internal optical zoom 2.7 inch LCD Geo-tagging function 33 feet waterproof Freezeproof 14 F / -10 C 220 lbs crush proof 720p HD video Positional data recording Enhanced digital microscope mode Digital shake reduction Not the best screen Difficult handling Approx. Price: $400

Kodak EasyShare Sport C123

12 megapixel 5x digital zoom 2.4 inch LCD VGA video 10 feet waterproof 5 color mode Face detection Dust, dirt, sand proof Kodak share button 150 shots/battery Photo tagging Dull LCD Poor battery life Approx. Price: $120

These waterproof digital camera reviews will help you understand which camera would be best-suited to your needs and budget, thus helping you make a choice easily when you go out to buy one. Here's wishing you a happy experience clicking all those beautiful and memorable pictures, underwater.