How deep can I swim with this camera housing on my camera? I would like to use it for scuba diving.
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Rated for 130'. I've frequently taken these cases to 100', rarely deeper. As you get more dives on these (like a hundred or so), the button returns tend to get weaker, and they sometimes don't function well on deep dives anymore.
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Jennifer.........It's good to 135'. We have used it for diving and it works perfectly. Would suggest not storing it with the seal installed in the groove, but loose, so it doesn't stretch. Then be sure you clean and lube the seal before each use. Comes with good instructions, so shouldn't be an issue. Also make sure you set the camera for underwater shooting.
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Don't know exactly how far down it can go, I took it down about 7 meters and it did fine ....
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I just came back from a week live aboard in Palau, 5 dives a day. No problems, great pics. About 100 feet was deepest dive, case is rated to 130 feet
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It should if it has the tripod mount thread but it depends on your application. Seeing as the model camera you mentioned is useful for underwater I don't see why you couldn't use this except that I'm not sure how well the neoprene covering would hold up as it seems relatively permeable and less water-resistant. Also, I might put something on the actual threads to avoid possible corrosion from the saltwater as I don't doubt the durability of the handle itself but just the threads. Even though it's advertised as a stabilization system it's just a handle and it's all about how steady your hand is with the camera and if the camera itself has auto-stabilizing features. It should if it has the tripod mount thread but it depends on your application. Seeing as the model camera you mentioned is useful for underwater I don't see why you couldn't use this except that I'm not sure how well the neoprene covering would hold up as it seems relatively permeable and less water-resistant. Also, I might put something on the actual threads to avoid possible corrosion from the saltwater as I don't doubt the durability of the handle itself but just the threads. Even though it's advertised as a stabilization system it's just a handle and it's all about how steady your hand... » Read More It should if it has the tripod mount thread but it depends on your application. Seeing as the model camera you mentioned is useful for underwater I don't see why you couldn't use this except that I'm not sure how well the neoprene covering would hold up as it seems relatively permeable and less water-resistant. Also, I might put something on the actual threads to avoid possible corrosion from the saltwater as I don't doubt the durability of the handle itself but just the threads. Even though it's advertised as a stabilization system it's just a handle and it's all about how steady your hand is with the camera and if the camera itself has auto-stabilizing features. « Show Less
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The blurb says, "Take it diving to depths of up to 59-feet." I have not taken it more than 5'. It's a really great camera, holding up to drops (I have 3 kids) and lots of water this summer!
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Hi Andrew, You can safely submerge and use your phone up to 100 feet. Taking pictures is still possible while submerged as long as you can still see the capture button on your screen. Hope that helps. Kind Regards, Angie/ECO-FUSED
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We have never tried to take it deeper than 45 feet, we haven't tried to take pictures underwater with it. However the pictures we have taken are very good.
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This kit appears similar to one that I purchased. The housing included in my kit was the standard housing with both the waterproof and skeleton doors. The housing with the waterproof door is rated waterproof to 131'. The dive housing is rated waterproof to 197'. Check the GoPro site, lots of info to be found and the tech support is great if you have an issue. http://gopro.com/
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I wouldn't recommend that. I went less than ten feet in water and it ruined the camera. Fortunately I was just within warranty and it was repaired for a small fee but I haven't tried it in water since.
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I don't believe this camera is really a "dive" camera, it's more of a snorkeling/pool camera. It's only rated to 49' which as you mention isn't really scuba depth. Nikon shows the camera being used this way but really it's not up to anything but shallow dives. I have used it extensively snorkleing & in the pool. Max depth I've tested is 12', worked fine.
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You could try it if you had a case handy, or review pictures/controls/dimensions for the camera you have vs what this is made for but I wouldn't make go through a mail order/shipped purchase just to chance it. These cases are all manufactured specifically to the shape and controls of these cameras and the fit has to be just right or else you won't be able to use your camera. Another thought might be to check with a camera store that stocks the cases and cameras and knows what else fits with what. If I had to do it all over again, I have one of the newer waterproof panasonic Lumix cameras and I just love it a lot more than my older one which fit the case, and I'd be tempted to go with a case that fit a waterproof camera so I could use the camera both ways and also not worry so much about leakage when diving.
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Approximately 6 inches. The material in the cord no noubt would do find in water. The hardware which is what you can find in any hardware store, would probably not do as well. I suspect it is stainless steel so it should be OK. If the cord/hardware is allowed to dry fully and the hardware gets some silicone spray afterwards, I think you s/b fine. Not practical if the camera goes underwater in a bag or box. Hope that helps.
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Its a buoy not a dive handle. I don't think its been tested for use at depth as its mainly suited for use on the surface for preventing the camera from permanently sinking to those depths. If you intend on using it for diving you may be better off using a float designed for that depth
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It is a float, so it should be waterproof. But I think they mean a float for a waterproof camera. The float should survive at any depth that you can reach; the cameras usually only live up to anywhere between 8 feet and 40 feet. Each camera description tells you how deep you can go.
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Hi Fred, I have this camera and it is rated to only 49 feet, which is fine for the shallow-depth snorkeling that I do on occasion, but obviously doesn't cover the depths you're looking at. Your best alternative might be combining the new Nikon 1 J4 with the Nikon WP-N3 Waterproof Housing. The underwater housing is rated all the way to 147 feet, which definitely covers the depths you need. The underwater sealing looks to be definitely more substantial than the AW1. Of course, it's going to cost significantly more, as the camera with kit lens runs about $599 and the underwater housing is about $749, so together you're looking at about $1,350. Still, that's a lot cheaper than rigging a full-size D-SLR with an underwater housing. And I will tell you, the shots I've taken with the AW1 (the J4 has even better specs) are excellent! Very sharp, well exposed and the colors are really vibrant but not over-saturated. You can easily find both the J4 and WP-N3 Waterproof Housing on Amazon or other major camera retailers. Good luck.
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Have not used the camera underwater. I don't think it is really meant for that and it is not a touch screen model.
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Underwater, I don't know but on land should be fine if you are not jumping around and shake it off and depending on how heavy your camera.
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I used this camera for both SCUBA and snorkling in seawater without any problems. I did rinse the outside with fresh water when I finished, just as I would with my dive gear. I believe this is one of the best price/feature cameras for its price range.
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Hi Dennis - I returned mine immmediately, I found it impossible to use with my camera. For my snorkeling trips I purchased a panasonic underwater camera.