Canada owes me a new camera...

[NJScubaDoc]

Hello All,

I used to have a Canon Powersho SD550 and was very pleased with the pictures it took topside. I didn't ever have a chance to see what it could do underwater, as it made an unexpected trip to the bottom of the St. Lawrence river while I was up there this past August.

I am now left with a choice. My underwater photography will be limited to the times I'm on vacation (usually once or twice a year) so I'm not looking to spend a bundle ($1000 total).

Should I stick with the SD550 or is my money better spent elsewhere? I like the fact that Canon makes a housing for it, but I'm wondering whether that housing will allow me to add some strobes to the setup. There is so much different photo gear out there my head is spinning, so some help would be greatly appreciated.

I just want to take some nice pictures to impress my friends

 

[alcina]

I'd go for the A series instead of the SD series. The SD has no manual controls and while great from happy snaps on land, won't give you great results underwater.

 

[Gilligan]

Agree with alcina.

Canon A640 ($300.) + Canon housing (under $200.)

 

[NJScubaDoc]

any reccomendation on adding strobes to the setup? i realize there is additional mounting hardware needed, so pointers on that would help too.

Thanks!

 

[alcina]

Check out the Pink Link in my signature for all the info you need to get started - post #5 gives you ideas on strobe options and you'll find ideas on where to shop & browse in post #2 near the bottom.

 

[NJScubaDoc]

Thanks Alcina!