Best Waterproof Cameras

2013-03-30T02:03:03Z

Stonecork51:

I recommend exploring several key features including lens speed or the "f-stop" rating. The faster the lens., e.g., the lower the f-stop number the better and the more light which the lens permits into the digital camera making higher qualtity less noisy images. f2.0 is very fast and f3.9 is ok, although doesn't take as good a picture in lower light situations and may generally be more difficult to focus in lower light conditions. Another capability would be the ability of the zoom lens and how much of the "zoom" is created by the lens compared to a digital zoom, where software is generating the zooming effect. One more feature for taking pictures up close is the ability to take macro shots and how near to the subject you may get the camera and still focus. One additional feature to consider is the ability to take video and the video processors speed, e.g., does the camera have a high speed video processor meaning it can capture over 200 frames per second (fps), or does it have a low speed video processor. The faster the video processor, e.g. more fps, the the higher the quality of the video.

The reviews of the cameras listed below provides a good quality overview of a number of of the best point and shoot water-resistant cameras along with a recommendation on the top camera.

Water-resistant cameras reviewed:
<ol>
<li>Panasonic Lumix TS4 12.1 TOUGH Waterproof Digital Camera with 4.6x Optical Zoom
<li>Nikon COOLPIX AW100 16 MP CMOS Waterproof Digital Camera with GPS and Full HD 1080p Video
<li>Canon PowerShot D20 12.1 MP CMOS Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens a 3.0-Inch LCD and GPS Tracking
<li>Fujifilm XP170 Compact Digital Camera with 5xOptical Zoom Lens
<li>Olympus Stylus TG-830 iHS Digital Camera with 5x Optical Zoom and 3-Inch LCD
<li>Pentax Optio WG-1 Adventure Series 14 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom
<li>Olympus TG-1iHS 12 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom
</li>
</ol>

In case you are ready to pay out about $1,000 to get the [http://www.squidoo.com/best-waterproof-point-and-shoot-camera best waterproof point and shoot camera] setup then one of the finest underwater cameras in the extreme camera market is certainly the Olympus TG-1 iHS. This digital camera when bought along with the optional Olympus underwater case and strobe allows the diver to take photographs at a depth of up to 130 feet and in addition makes a very good beginning level underwater camera for any diver. ntire investment involves the camera, a rugged housing which permits the diver to use the camera down to 135 feet along with an independent strobe that offers the capacity to photograph in a varity of different situations.

Wreck diving Grand Cayman - USS Kittiwak

2013-02-27T03:17:29Z

Stonecork51:

This is the top wreck dive in Grand Cayman and one of the top ten in the Caribbean. The USS Kittiwake has been on the reef for a less than two years ago and the shipwreck site is aging very well. The ship has five decks, is a little over76 meters in length amd 12 meters in beam and about 50 feet high. The vessel was built for performing submarine rescues and was launched on July 10, 1945 and she was reefed in Grand Cayman on January 5, 2011.

The following is a description of what to expect on the dive a little history and other information regarding the ship and an overview of what you will find on the shipwreck. You can see the complete [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/ photo gallery] on the website and see the internet blogsite article for the [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ USS Kittiwake] for supplementary information on the wreck plus a history of the ship.

What you will find on the Dive:

The ship was sunk January 5, 2011 off the west side of the island at the end of Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman.

There are 5 decks on the 47 foot tall [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Wcb0w0RopvI USS Kittiwake]. Externally, the crow's nest, mast and large stern a-frame have been cut down and remounted to make her height suitable for Cayman waters. The upper decks accommodate the 2 bridges (both an external and internal bridge to allow operations in heavy seas) along with the navigation and radio rooms. The sonar was also removed. The Captain and executive officer's quarters are also on the upper decks.

The main deck contains the rec room, mess hall, ironing room, small tool workshop and recompression chambers.. You will note the large [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000nrOSPnFJRtU a-frame structure] on the stern that rescue divers, as well as the diving bell that was used to bring back divers to the ship and to then move to the recompression chambers

Below the main deck, 2 decks exist that include the crews quarter, medic/hospital station, engine and propulsion rooms,[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000QmV9jUuDJyQ air bank storage] and compressors, as well as the steering gear, shaft, gyro, ammunition lockers, cold storage and barber shop to name a few areas. While the USS Kittiwake has been opened up with large[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000evHtkg3GaYQ access holes] in the sides of the ship, every space on the ship was used while in service.

Make it a point to plan your dive well. I would recommend heading to the stern before entering into the vessel to take photographs near the[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000MlfKl.47lgI "USS Kittiwake" logo] on the stern and in addition get pictures by the propeller. For Scuba Divers that intend on entering the shipwreck, you can then make your way to the top of the ship then go into the main funnel that is located on the Bridge Deck. If you do not plan on entering the wreck you can start your investigation of the ship on the main deck just above the Propeller.

The main [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000ndu7PcxF.bM funnel entry makes an excellent underwater photograph] . try silhouetting your dive partner in the shaft diving down into the shipwreck. You can then exit the shaft on the first platform or in the cargo hold. Note the hold deck does not have any exterior exit points and is not recommended for divers that do not have an advanced certification and prior wreck experience. On the first platform you will be able to see the Engineering emblem in the Motor Room section. This area is easily accessible and makes for a especially good underwater photograph near the "[http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery-image/USS-Kittiwake-Grand-Cayman/G0000JtpXOPWAQac/I0000Y0UeUwX5JJc Engineering Mural]". The silt can be heavy in this location so you should move slowly to avoid stirring up the sediment. For advanced wreck divers you can also look at shaft alley as well as the front hold areas of the ship. For others you may view a variety of compartments on the first platform and then start making your way up one deck at a time until finally coming to the Bridge (Pilot House) where you can do you safety stop as it is at about 5 to 6 meters or 15 to 18 feet.

Look at images of other [http://stevenwsmeltzer.com/gallery/Shipwrecks/G0000OtMyTETA74I/ shipwrecks] on http://www.stevenwsmeltzer.com or visit his [http://blog.stevenwsmeltzer.com/dive-site-reviews-and-listings/dive-sites/scuba-diving-grand-cayman-uss-kittiwake-shipwreck/ blog] for evaluations of other shipwrecks.

Mein Wiki - Benutzerbeiträge [de]

Best Waterproof Cameras

Wreck diving Grand Cayman - USS Kittiwak