Camera suggestion (amatuer)

[rwpatterson357]

Hi: I'm looking for a camera ($300-400 range). I was hoping I could find something that we could use for normal family photography and that I could also take on dives.

I like what I'v read about the Kodak DX series cameras but I have no idea if an underwater case is available for them.

thanks,
russ

 

[DesertEagle]

Olympus is the most popular as you will see in previous threads. The problem is that $400 does not leave you with much room for a camera AND a housing. You might be able to get a 3 megapixel Olympus D560 and equivalent PT housing for around $400.

Canon is also popular. The A70 is a three megapixel model and can be purchased for about $300. They also make the A60 which is a 2 megapixel that can be had for about $200. My own advice is to get a model with at least 3 megapixels.

Kodak has some nice cameras but there are few housings for them. If you purchase a popular housing you will find that accessories such as strobes and wide angle lenses are more available. Get the camera and housing and you will be able to rent the accessories that you need.