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11-13-2012, 12:41 PM
#281
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car windowsill...
11-13-2012, 12:42 PM
#282
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I could have shot that hand-held though - that was at f/6.3 - could have done it hand-held easily at 1.8 with ISO 800
11-13-2012, 12:43 PM
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I am still learning the camera - as I go along I'm finding out that for regular use I just leave it in one of the auto modes like i-Auto - and let it do its thing - it does a nice job and I don't have to worry about the settings really - which is precisely what you need for general use, like if you're with people and you just want to snap a shot and move along without having to fiddle with settings etc.
11-13-2012, 12:43 PM
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That little camera has come nice IQ!
I am impressed it did not try to lighten the whole scene... Wish that camera was in the budget right now.
11-13-2012, 09:50 PM
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11-13-2012, 09:52 PM
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its ISO 1600
if I had shot it at 1.8 instead of 6.3, boom no noise
my mistake
if I had shot it at 1.8 instead of 6.3, boom no noise
my mistake
11-21-2012, 10:22 AM
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Well, ordered the Olympus XZ-1 on 11/19. Missed the super discount price of $199 but paid $259 for it. Seems to be back up to $300+ range...
Only issue is that I ordered from Amazon storefront shop called Phototech and it's now been two full days and the order has not even been marked as shipped... I don't have high hopes...
Only issue is that I ordered from Amazon storefront shop called Phototech and it's now been two full days and the order has not even been marked as shipped... I don't have high hopes...
11-23-2012, 02:52 PM
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Looky what came in the FedEx truck today! 
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11-26-2012, 01:17 PM
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RX100
http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8221894172/http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8221894172/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/delobbo/, on Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8221894172/http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8221894172/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/delobbo/, on Flickr
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11-26-2012, 01:46 PM
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I haven't taken any shots yet with mine either-too busy but looks like we gotta RX100 epidemic goin' on here.
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11-26-2012, 02:02 PM
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oh man that's cool! looks like Sony hit a home-run with this one.
11-29-2012, 03:53 PM
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XZ-1 arrived...
f1.8 lens is awesome.
f1.8 lens is awesome.
11-29-2012, 05:29 PM
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Wow, no additional light or flash macro with the XZ-1:
Perfect for what I need....
Perfect for what I need....
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11-29-2012, 10:17 PM
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I was channeling srika for a minute...
11-30-2012, 09:46 AM
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Truthfully, I needed a camera that was able to do really good macro/closeups of computer/hard drive/equipment serial numbers without flash. The above pic is the tip of a USB thumb drive with serial number. The lens in the above pic was basically touching the thumb drive while taking that pic (a mm or two away...) so it has great close focusing distance on the Macro(S) setting.
This P+S is nice with the f1.8 lens and the above pic shows the level of detail I need to be able to capture and is a small enough camera that I can throw it in a large pelican case with 60 pounds of other gear and it does not take up too much space.
Certainly not the be all end all of P+S but a good step up from the Canon Powershot SD 750 I was trying to use... DPReviews seems to have good thing to say about it too, so maybe it ends up being my pocket camera as well...
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11-30-2012, 10:15 AM
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nice stuff - it sounds like you are really enjoying it! GREAT!
11-30-2012, 02:28 PM
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Sorry but is there a way to adjust the depth of field on this camera for auto modes? I tried those modes and it blurrs out stuff too much around it more than I like. Like if I take a picture from the corner of a car it blurrs out the rest too much in the back.
11-30-2012, 02:34 PM
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I think you are referring to the selected f-stop, such as f1.8, f2.0. The lower the number, the larger the aperture and generally speaking the more blur in areas not in the focal plane. Try setting the camera to "A" and then use the front dial to select the largest number (f8.0). That should work for you.
Here is a good read if you are interested in learning a little: http://photo.net/learn/basic-photo-t...tterspeed-iso/
Here is a good read if you are interested in learning a little: http://photo.net/learn/basic-photo-t...tterspeed-iso/
12-09-2012, 08:29 PM
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So I've never been too talented behind any camera. But here are a few shots from The Road to Hana yesterday using the new Sony:
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12-12-2012, 08:37 AM
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nice work mrsteve
12-22-2012, 10:32 PM
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RX100 in HDR mode with some tweaking in LR and PS..
1920: http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8299388050/sizes/o/in/photostream/
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1920: http://www.flickr.com/photos/delobbo/8299388050/sizes/o/in/photostream/
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01-08-2013, 03:06 AM
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http://www.steves-digicams.com/news/...t_cameras.html
Sony Unveils Five New Cyber-Shot Cameras
At their press event this evening, Sony launched five new Cyber-Shot models in to the market; the DSC-H200, DSC-TF1, DSC-W730, DSC-W710, and the DSC-WX80. While each model represents one of three popular lines from Sony (their super-zoom H-series, lifeproof T-series, and compact W-series), they all have a few things in common. Each model boasts enhanced Intelligent or Superior Auto modes, improved AF speed, upgraded image stabilization systems (aka SteadyShot and Optical SteadyShot), improved intelligent flash units, and enhanced picture effects; including the new Virtual Cosmetic Surgery mode. Pricing seems to be quite good as well, with the four out of the five cameras coming in under $200, and the most expensive unit being just $250.
To get the specifics on all five models, see our previews by clicking the links below.
Sony Unveils Five New Cyber-Shot Cameras
At their press event this evening, Sony launched five new Cyber-Shot models in to the market; the DSC-H200, DSC-TF1, DSC-W730, DSC-W710, and the DSC-WX80. While each model represents one of three popular lines from Sony (their super-zoom H-series, lifeproof T-series, and compact W-series), they all have a few things in common. Each model boasts enhanced Intelligent or Superior Auto modes, improved AF speed, upgraded image stabilization systems (aka SteadyShot and Optical SteadyShot), improved intelligent flash units, and enhanced picture effects; including the new Virtual Cosmetic Surgery mode. Pricing seems to be quite good as well, with the four out of the five cameras coming in under $200, and the most expensive unit being just $250. To get the specifics on all five models, see our previews by clicking the links below.
01-08-2013, 03:14 AM
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yea, im too lazy to post all the new cameras announced today.
01-16-2013, 11:28 AM
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dem pix.. 
01-16-2013, 11:32 AM
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Anyone shoot Sammy's EX2f?
03-18-2013, 09:15 PM
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hmm... sister is buying a camera that is Right at $300 or under.
I do see the Canon S110 at $329. so i recommended that to her.
what about the Panny LX-7? or that new Nikon P330?
maybe that olympus XZ-1 but its at $340.
what do you guys suggest?
I do see the Canon S110 at $329. so i recommended that to her.
what about the Panny LX-7? or that new Nikon P330?
maybe that olympus XZ-1 but its at $340.
what do you guys suggest?
03-31-2013, 10:36 PM
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really cool thing about this camera is that it goes 25mm wide - MOST of these small cameras are usually 28mm. and f/1.8 on the wide end.
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/dig.../fujifilm_xf1/
http://www.fujifilm.com/products/dig.../fujifilm_xf1/
Specifications
Model Name FUJIFILM XF1
Number of effective pixels*1 12.0 million pixels
Image sensor 2/3-inch EXR CMOS with primary color filter
Storage media
Internal memory (approx. 25 MB)
SD / SDHC / SDXC(UHS-I) memory card*2
File format
still image
JPEG (Exif Ver 2.3)*3, RAW (RAF format), RAW + JPEG
(Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible)
movie
H.264 (MOV) with Stereo sound
Number of recorded pixels L : (4:3) 4000 x 3000 / (3:2) 4000 x 2664 / (16:9) 4000 x 2248 / (1:1) 2992 x 2992
M : (4:3) 2816 x 2112 / (3:2) 2816 x 1864 / (16:9) 2816 x 1584 / (1:1) 2112 x 2112
S : (4:3) 2048 x 1536 / (3:2) 2048 x 1360 / (16:9) 1920 x 1080 / (1:1) 1536 x 1536
<Motion Panorama>
360° Vertical 11520 x 1624 Horizontal 11520 x 1080
180° Vertical 5760 x 1624 Horizontal 5760 x 1080
120° Vertical 3840 x 1624 Horizontal 3840 x 1080
Lens
name
Fujinon 4 x optical zoom lens
focal length
f=6.4 - 25.6 mm, equivalent to 25 - 100 mm on a 35 mm format.
full-aperture
F1.8 (Wide) - F4.9 (Telephoto)
constitution
6 groups 7 lenses (4 aspherical glass molded lenses included)
Digital zoom Intelligent digital zoom approx. 2x (up to 8 x when combined with optical zoom)
Aperture F1.8-F11(Wide)
F4.9-F11(Telephoto) 1/3EV step (controlled 6-blade aperture diaphragm)
Focus distance
(from lens surface)
Normal
Wide : Approx. 50 cm / 1.6 ft. to infinity
Telephoto : Approx. 80 cm / 2.6 ft. to infinity
Macro
Wide : Approx. 3 cm - 3.0 m / 1.1 in. - 9.8 ft.
Telephoto : Approx. 50 cm - 3.0 m / 1.6 ft. - 9.8 ft.
Sensitivity Auto / Equivalent to ISO 100 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 / 4000* / 5000* / 6400* / 12800* (Standard Output Sensitivity)
* ISO4000 / 5000 / 6400 : M mode or lower, ISO12800 : S mode
Exposure control TTL 256-zones metering, Multi / Spot / Average
Exposure mode Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Shooting modes
SP
Natural Light, Natural Light & Flash, Portrait, Portrait Enhancer, Landscape, Sport, Night, Night (Tripod), Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Party, Flower, Text, Underwater
MODE DIAL
EXR, AUTO, P, S, A, M, C1, C2, Movie, SP, Adv.
Image stabilizer Lens shift type
Exporsure compensation -2.0EV - +2.0EV 1/3EV step
Shutter speed (Auto mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/2000* sec., (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/2000* sec.
* 1/2000 sec. at small aperture, 1/1000 sec. at full aperture
Continuous shooting
TOP
Super High : approx. 10 fps (Size M, S)
High : approx. 7 fps (Size L, M, S)
Middle : approx. 5 fps (Size L, M, S)
Low : approx. 3 fps (Size L, M, S)
*SD memory card with a class 4 write speed (4 MB/sec.) or better is recommended.
*The frame rate varies depending on the shooting conditions or numbers of frames in continuous shooting.
others
Best Frame capture :
Super High : approx. 10 fps 8 / 16 frames (Size M, S)
High : approx. 7 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Middle : approx. 5 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Low : approx. 3 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Auto bracketing AE Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Film Simulation Bracketing : PROVIA / STANDARD, Velvia / VIVID, ASTIA / SOFT
Dynamic Range Bracketing : 100%, 200%, 400%
ISO Sensitivity Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Focus
mode
Single AF / Continuous AF,
Manual AF (One-push AF mode included)
type
TTL contrast AF, AF assist illuminator available
AF frame selection
Multi AF, Area AF, Tracking AF
White balance Automatic scene recognition
Preset : Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater, Custom, Color temperature selection
Self-timer 10 sec. / 2 sec. delay
Flash Auto flash (super intelligent flash)
Effective range : (ISO AUTO (800))
Wide : Approx. 50 cm - 7.4 m / 1.6 ft. - 24.2 ft.
Telephoto : Approx. 80 cm - 2.7 m / 2.6 ft. - 8.8 ft.
Flash modes Red-eye removal OFF : Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro.
Red-eye removal ON : Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro.
<iframe width="853" height="480" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/n18edCvqk6U" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Model Name FUJIFILM XF1
Number of effective pixels*1 12.0 million pixels
Image sensor 2/3-inch EXR CMOS with primary color filter
Storage media
Internal memory (approx. 25 MB)
SD / SDHC / SDXC(UHS-I) memory card*2
File format
still image
JPEG (Exif Ver 2.3)*3, RAW (RAF format), RAW + JPEG
(Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible)
movie
H.264 (MOV) with Stereo sound
Number of recorded pixels L : (4:3) 4000 x 3000 / (3:2) 4000 x 2664 / (16:9) 4000 x 2248 / (1:1) 2992 x 2992
M : (4:3) 2816 x 2112 / (3:2) 2816 x 1864 / (16:9) 2816 x 1584 / (1:1) 2112 x 2112
S : (4:3) 2048 x 1536 / (3:2) 2048 x 1360 / (16:9) 1920 x 1080 / (1:1) 1536 x 1536
<Motion Panorama>
360° Vertical 11520 x 1624 Horizontal 11520 x 1080
180° Vertical 5760 x 1624 Horizontal 5760 x 1080
120° Vertical 3840 x 1624 Horizontal 3840 x 1080
Lens
name
Fujinon 4 x optical zoom lens
focal length
f=6.4 - 25.6 mm, equivalent to 25 - 100 mm on a 35 mm format.
full-aperture
F1.8 (Wide) - F4.9 (Telephoto)
constitution
6 groups 7 lenses (4 aspherical glass molded lenses included)
Digital zoom Intelligent digital zoom approx. 2x (up to 8 x when combined with optical zoom)
Aperture F1.8-F11(Wide)
F4.9-F11(Telephoto) 1/3EV step (controlled 6-blade aperture diaphragm)
Focus distance
(from lens surface)
Normal
Wide : Approx. 50 cm / 1.6 ft. to infinity
Telephoto : Approx. 80 cm / 2.6 ft. to infinity
Macro
Wide : Approx. 3 cm - 3.0 m / 1.1 in. - 9.8 ft.
Telephoto : Approx. 50 cm - 3.0 m / 1.6 ft. - 9.8 ft.
Sensitivity Auto / Equivalent to ISO 100 / 200 / 250 / 320 / 400 / 500 / 640 / 800 / 1000 / 1250 / 1600 / 2000 / 2500 / 3200 / 4000* / 5000* / 6400* / 12800* (Standard Output Sensitivity)
* ISO4000 / 5000 / 6400 : M mode or lower, ISO12800 : S mode
Exposure control TTL 256-zones metering, Multi / Spot / Average
Exposure mode Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Shooting modes
SP
Natural Light, Natural Light & Flash, Portrait, Portrait Enhancer, Landscape, Sport, Night, Night (Tripod), Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Party, Flower, Text, Underwater
MODE DIAL
EXR, AUTO, P, S, A, M, C1, C2, Movie, SP, Adv.
Image stabilizer Lens shift type
Exporsure compensation -2.0EV - +2.0EV 1/3EV step
Shutter speed (Auto mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/2000* sec., (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/2000* sec.
* 1/2000 sec. at small aperture, 1/1000 sec. at full aperture
Continuous shooting
TOP
Super High : approx. 10 fps (Size M, S)
High : approx. 7 fps (Size L, M, S)
Middle : approx. 5 fps (Size L, M, S)
Low : approx. 3 fps (Size L, M, S)
*SD memory card with a class 4 write speed (4 MB/sec.) or better is recommended.
*The frame rate varies depending on the shooting conditions or numbers of frames in continuous shooting.
others
Best Frame capture :
Super High : approx. 10 fps 8 / 16 frames (Size M, S)
High : approx. 7 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Middle : approx. 5 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Low : approx. 3 fps 8 frames (Size L, M, S) / 16 frames (Size M, S)
Auto bracketing AE Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Film Simulation Bracketing : PROVIA / STANDARD, Velvia / VIVID, ASTIA / SOFT
Dynamic Range Bracketing : 100%, 200%, 400%
ISO Sensitivity Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Focus
mode
Single AF / Continuous AF,
Manual AF (One-push AF mode included)
type
TTL contrast AF, AF assist illuminator available
AF frame selection
Multi AF, Area AF, Tracking AF
White balance Automatic scene recognition
Preset : Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater, Custom, Color temperature selection
Self-timer 10 sec. / 2 sec. delay
Flash Auto flash (super intelligent flash)
Effective range : (ISO AUTO (800))
Wide : Approx. 50 cm - 7.4 m / 1.6 ft. - 24.2 ft.
Telephoto : Approx. 80 cm - 2.7 m / 2.6 ft. - 8.8 ft.
Flash modes Red-eye removal OFF : Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro.
Red-eye removal ON : Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro.
<iframe width="853" height="480" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/n18edCvqk6U" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
03-31-2013, 10:42 PM
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S110 is great, all around. If she is more of an enthusiast she might like those other ones you mentioned better.
03-31-2013, 10:48 PM
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apparently the Fuji XF1 has a quirky startup process......
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2...i-xf1/2035545/
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2...i-xf1/2035545/
04-28-2013, 12:31 PM
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damn, the Nikon P330 has a range of 24-120mm with f/1.8-5.6 lens... I can't think of another one in this class that goes this wide... the widest is typically 28mm... 
05-09-2013, 10:18 AM
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Hey guys... taking a trip to Puerto Rico in June... looking for a nice P&S to bring along with me. Any recommendations? Have a budget of about ~$400
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
05-09-2013, 12:55 PM
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Hey guys... taking a trip to Puerto Rico in June... looking for a nice P&S to bring along with me. Any recommendations? Have a budget of about ~$400
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
I'd look into these, and they are ALL within your budget
http://www.adorama.com/alc/0011795/a...eras-Right-Now
05-09-2013, 01:27 PM
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Yeah they have an LCD screen now but it is something that you have to buy seperately.. and if you want to use the LCD screen you can't use the battery bacpack for extra battery life 
And thanks! I'll check that link out as soon as I'm off from work. Unfortunately, they have all shopping/auction sites blocked off.
I'm really diggin' that Sony RX100 but damn it is still so expensive!
And thanks! I'll check that link out as soon as I'm off from work. Unfortunately, they have all shopping/auction sites blocked off.
I'm really diggin' that Sony RX100 but damn it is still so expensive!
05-09-2013, 01:55 PM
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Hey guys... taking a trip to Puerto Rico in June... looking for a nice P&S to bring along with me. Any recommendations? Have a budget of about ~$400
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
Was considering a GoPro Black Edition since I'll be doing a bunch of underwater acitvites, but I also want to take some nice pictures and I'm not sure that the GoPro will be capable of that.
05-09-2013, 02:07 PM
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iSeeYouTwo,
Consider purchasing a good point and shoot and then find a place to rent an underwater housing for it for the week. May give you really good normal photos and the chance to take it underwater without having to purchase the housing ($$$).
Consider purchasing a good point and shoot and then find a place to rent an underwater housing for it for the week. May give you really good normal photos and the chance to take it underwater without having to purchase the housing ($$$).