Tackling photos

[DrJim]

From all the photos I see, a camera is part of most fishing gear. Electronics and water seldom mix well. I have lost (fried) an APS camera during the heat of the catch. Any strategies / equipment choices that might help. Besides taking anti-klutz pills.

[Adam-Albino]

<FONT color=black face=Verdana,Geneva size=2>Buy one of those disposable water-proof&nbsp; 35mm for like 10-12 bucks. Work fine.</FONT>
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[MarkD]

I'm with Adam on this one, but........



......if you are "gear intensive" here is what I would suggest. Canon has just released their Elph model in a waterproof incarnation. You can find it for around $250. It has no zoom lens, but is waterproof to 16', it floats, and has larger buttons & controls for use with gloves (scuba and winter) on. It has all the features of the APS format as well. I own a non-floating, non-waterproof Elph and can attest to the quality of it's picture taking. This new model is definitely the "to drool for" item for skiers, paddler, and fishermen this year.

[marvin]

<P><FONT color=blue face="Times New Roman,Times" size=2>I've got a Canon Sure Shot A-1, which&nbsp;also has a fixed focal length lens (32/3.5).&nbsp; Waterproof, floats, BIG viewfinder which lets me see most of the frame with mask on while snorkeling, and so far, has survived less than delicate treatment.&nbsp; Quality isn't up to the lenses on my "real"&nbsp;camera, but it's pretty good.&nbsp; Don't know what&nbsp;it's selling for now- think I paid 160.?&nbsp; Only possible downside compared to the ELPH is size- it's substantially bigger.</FONT></P>
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[EricM]

I just purchased a Minolta GX-4 Xtreem. It is and APS camera which is waterproof to 16 feet. It has a fixed focus. It isn't that big, so it will store relatively easy when your out in the surf. I bought it at Ritz Camera for $99.00. The drop in film is a nice feature when your changing film when fishing and I can't wait to take some panoramic shots. Just my 2 cents.

[nsvencer]

I have the Sure Shot by canon as well. I love it. Indestructible and it floats. I have taken it skiing, to the beach and fishing. No problems at all. Picture quality is great and I really enjoy it. I also just got one of the Nikon Nuvis S cameras. My first APS and I love it as well. Stainless steel case offers great protection against breakage, but I don't think it will keep the water out...

[troutsky]

I'm a photographer and never take good equiptment nesr the
water or beach. i recently bought a Yashica T4. It has the
best lens on it (Zeiss) in the point and shoot line up. its
waterproof but its not an underwater camera. I have a
neoprene case with it. It only has a 35mm fixed lens. i like

[desmobob]

Like trousky says, the Yashica T4 Super has the best lens (Carl Zeiss) you can get your hands on, and the camera only costs about $150. It is "splashproof." Mine gets carried daily, sees some abuse, and has lasted years without a glitch. The photos rival those taken with my full-size Nikon SLRs and Nikkor lenses. My buddy has the waterproof Canon SureShot. It is well-designed, easy to use, and waterproof. It is a great camera. The difference in lens quality is seen only in enlargements. You can take negs shot with the Yashica and make 8x10s. Enlargements from the Canon don't look so hot. For regular 4x6 prints, though, it's a toss-up, depending on the degree of water resistance you need, and size you're willing to carry. (The Canon is quite a bit larger than the Yashica, which is honestly pocket-sized.) I think either camera is a great choice for the fisherman.