Canon SD780IS Flooded

[SlvrDragon50]

I took my camera on a dive and briefly went to 132' (2' past the 130' limit) and my camera flooded at some point during the dive. I was using it before reaching 132' I believe but I never realized it flooded until the end of the day.

Do I have to replace the camera or can it be repaired?

 

[Doubler]

Saltwater and electronics do not mix. Finding it at the end of the day is a multiplier of the problem and You probably need to replace the camera. You might want to check your packings (orings) and make sure none are damaged or dirty. A hair or grain of sand can cause a flood. I would contact the housing manufacturer and ask about getting the housing serviced. If you have a Canon Housing I have heard of Canon Housings having a flooding issue. 132 feet is not a "magic number", the flooding was probably caused by one of the button packings coming out of place at depth.

 

[SlvrDragon50]

Yup. It was a Canon housing. I sent an email to Canon and hopefully I can get a replacement since both the camera and housing are just a bit over a year old I think.

Makes me wish I had an Ikelite now