Sony or Olympus for a start?

[tom_kkh]

Hi Guys, I am looking for a recreational start to underwater photo taking.

Which one would u guys recommand? I am stuck with sony cybershot and the new olympus underwater series.

Are is there any other brands that might be worth to be considering?

thanks in advance

 

[ce4jesus]

I would find a camera you like to use for topside shots, then find a housing for it. Be sure a housing exists before buying. When you say stuck with these two cameras...do you have model numbers?

 

[tom_kkh]

I would find a camera you like to use for topside shots, then find a housing for it. Be sure a housing exists before buying. When you say stuck with these two cameras...do you have model numbers?

No model in particular, i am open to any brand. Just don wish to rush for it and regret after one dive.

 

[Jinjer]

Olympus has some great options. The underwater housings they make are pretty good. Our favorite option is the SP350 because it allows you to do full manual and you can use TTL with strobes, but they no longer sell those cameras. You may be able to find some places still selling it. I do know that Cathy Church is still selling it in her store.