( 37 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 16 2009
I recently came back from a scuba trip to Mexico. I thought it would be a good idea to take my camera under the sea, so I decided to try out this case. It sealed perfectly, and all the buttons and functions are as easily accessible as they are in the camera alone. It took me a while to figure out where the under water shooting mode was, since I did not take my manual, but, for anyone looking for it, it is in between the video shooting mode and the auto picture mode, and it tones down the color blue for a more natural tone. I personally liked the regular auto mode better as the underwater mode made it seem darker. And for night diving, the auto mode worked perfect because the pictures you can take are only from close targets, using diffused flash (diffuser included) or a flash light and the blue from the sun is not present. They recommend you open the case, wash it and reseal it for every use, or at least every separate day you go to use it. I used it for three days straight without opening the case. The rubber seal and the silicone gel remained intact and not noticeable water entered the case, but on the last day, when I finally opened the camera I saw some dry droplets on the inside of the lens of the case. So if you're taking the camera to a depth where pressure will be high, I would open it every day to clear out the moisture, though no water leaked in. The pictures and videos were great. Good product.
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Posted: Jun 26 2009
I bought this for a recent trip to Aruba. I used it while snorkeling, while in the pool and just hanging out at the beach. I was a little nervous because if the case leaked I would be out a great camera, but it works like a charm! You can't even tell that the picture was taken with the case on, except for the occasional water drop that might show up. It's also great to use while on the beach so that you can be sure sand doesn't get into the lenses. The only thing I'm not a fan of is the attachment needed for when you use flash. I didn't use it at all so it wasn't a big issue. But I found that if that attachment was pushed all the way in, it was really hard to get it off. I tried it and was afraid I would have to break it. I eventually did and will be careful not to have it too tight. If you use flash though, you will need it. The shape of the case is a little weird so if you don't use the attachment you'll get shadowing in the corner. Wish they'd thought of that, little annoying to deal with, but doubt they will make another, since it's only made for one specific camera. But this is a great product! Works great. It's a little expensive but if you want good underwater pictures I think it's worth it.
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Posted: May 20 2009
Can't see blank without viewfinder shade esp in bright sun on ocean. Anyone know if a shade exists for this WP-DC17 case? Or an attachable shade or other WP kit, or housing kit for the WP-DC17? Does the WP-DC1 model have a viewfinder shade and will a SD-870 ISO fit in it?
