Vivitar Underwater Digital Camera

I was thinking of getting a Vivitar 8.1MP Underwater Digital Camera, but I was wondering does it work out of the water, since summer is coming to an end I won't be in my pool, or beach anymore. So i wanted to know if I could use it when I'm not going to be in the water, when I'm going to be inside or something. Is it a good camera? Thanks

Yes, you can use it when you're not going to be in the water.
It's an ok camera. Olympus has the best reputation. Here is a comparison of waterproof cameras:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_ post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras=c anon_d10%2Cfuji_finepixz33wp%2Coly_stylu stough8000%2Cpanasonic_dmcts1%2Cpentax_o ptiow60&show=all
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q209wate rproofgroup/
http://www.digitalcamera-hq.com/digital- cameras/new-waterproof-cameras_roundup.h tml

2009-08-31 10:14:24 by ♥Angie♥

digitalcamerasonlinestore.org the vivitar vivicam 8400 is water resistant digital camera with supports SD memory card in up to 8 GB. and with 2.4 ...

I am going on holiday soon and will probably doing a lot of snorkeling, maybe some diving as well, definitely going shark diving for a start. Any way, since I tend to take a lot of pictures and don't really want to come after a few minutes to change the film of my film camera (very simple reusable underwater one), I was thinking of maybe getting a cheap underwater digital one.
Doesn't have to be fancy as long as it takes decent pictures in fairly good conditions, it doesn't even have to be waterproof beyond snorkeling depth as I will get a better camera once I have the opportunity to dive more often. This would only be a temporary solution so I don't want it to be overly expensive, preferably under £100.
It would be nice if it had a video function and the batteries last relatively long ( I generally use Energizer ultimate lithium for small digi cams).
I have looked at several cameras but would like to hear some more opinions or experiences:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Vivitar-ViviCam- Rugged-Digital-Waterproof/dp/B000QCI65I/ ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics& ;qid=1220796506&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Waterproof-Under water-Digital-Camera-Electronics/dp/B000 RGQU6U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=toys& ;qid=1220796673&sr=8-3
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Vivitar-Digital- Camera-8xDigital-Waterproof/dp/B000PIVNQ M/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&a mp;qid=1220796506&sr=8-4
If anyone could give me some sample pictures or video clips taken with the camera of your recommendation, that would also be supremely helpful! Thanks!
So in your experience, disposable film ones are better? Maybe I have just been unlucky but the ones I've had haven't been very good. I did find some pictures by the Vivitar ViviCam 6200W which look alright:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/custo mer-images/B000QCI65I/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_ima ges_1/026-0334720-8107614?ie=UTF8&in dex=1#gallery
Are there any specific brands of disposable you would recommend? I do have a reusable one but I'm probably going to take more than 36 pictures in one go so would need back up, lol...

Where would you recommend for cheap casings? The ones I've seen are quite as expensive as some of these cheap cameras!!

Those things are toys at best, and you would not be happy with the quality.
Perhaps you should consider buying disposable waterproof film cameras - they would give you much better quality (and I am VERY much in favor of digital, but in this case.....).
Underwater photography is expensive, and if you don't have much of a budget, you are VERY limited.

Edited to add:
I am not saying that disposable cameras are all that good, but compared to the results you would get from a very cheap digital one, they ARE better (and remember we're talking about waterproof stuff here).
As you found out yourself - cases etc are expensive, and you are unwilling or unable to spend more money. So I'm afraid you're stuck with lower quality, no matter what you do.

There is good gear out there, but wow....... it costs!

2008-09-07 07:12:42 by CetaceanAngel

Vivitar Vivcam V8400 8.1MP 8X Digital Zoom Underwater Digital Camera Black
Intova SSPT1 Waterproof Flashlight Torch Underwater Rated Up To 100 Feet
Duracell AA Alkaline Batteries 4 Pack

Im absolutly in love with the vivitar 8.1 mp underwater digital camera.
Which you can view here:
http://www.target.com/Vivitar-8-1MP-Unde rwater-Digital-Camera/dp/B001PKCK2A/sr=1 -2/qid=1238986558/ref=sr_1_2/189-6732389 -2669009?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=0&in dex=target&field-browse=1038576& field-original-keywords=underwater%20cam ra&rh=k%3Aunderwater%20camera&pa ge=1

But just one problem. You have to put your own double A batteries it. I hate that. I want a camera exacally the vivitar. Around the same price and such. But... i want it to have a rechargable internal battery.
PLEASE HELP!!!
thanks

okay, so you are looking for an undewater digital camera. I am sure you want a camera that will work underwater and will take good quality pictures. Firstly, I wouldn't go with Vivitar even if it came with a rechargeable battery and a charger.

I have located some waterproof cameras for you, which are slightly more expensive than the Vivitar, but are much better in quality.

1) http://www.dealjuggler.com/Olympus-Stylu s-1050-SW-10-MP-Waterproof-Digital-Camer a---Only-$162.06-shipped.html
- 10 MP, 3x optical zoom, 2.7 inch LCD screen, Li-Ion battery with charger, 10 feet waterproof, freezeproof, and shockproof.

2) http://www.dealjuggler.com/Olympus-Stylu s-550WP-Black-10.0-MP-Waterproof-Digital -Camera---Only-$199.99-with-free-shippin g.html
- 10 MP, 3x optical zoom, Li-Ion rechargeable battery and charger, face detection, can be operated underwater down to 33 feet.

3) This one is excellent. http://www.dealjuggler.com/Pentax-W60-10 -MP-Digital-Camera,-5x-Optical-Zoom,-Wat erproof-up-to-4m---Only-$249.95-shipped. html
- 10 MP Digital Camera, 5x Optical Zoom, slim 1 inch body, Waterproof to 4m (13 feet) protects from rain and spills, as well as allowing underwater photos and video, 2.5 inch LCD, Coldproof for use in extreme, sub-zero temperatures, Advanced Face Recognition technology.

Hope the above was helpful,

Enjoy...

2009-04-05 19:59:00 by Amelia

Price: $120.00

SD/SDHC Compatible
8x Digital Zoom
Anti-shake Technology

Hi. My camara is a Vivitar 6.0MP All Weather/Underwater Digital Camera - 6200W .

Link:

http://www.target.com/Vivitar-Weather-Un derwater-Digital-Camera/dp/B000QCI65I

How many photos can I take with the 512 MB sd card, w/ that camara? Thanks much!!

You should get around 140 to 160 images at 6MP. It will depend on other factors, such as the complexity of the image.

2008-03-24 17:59:22 by ▪♂Ĝřęĕŋ ĐïŊŐ♂▪