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Undecided by Camera

by docque Feb 19, 2010 4:00AM PST

I have used the CNET tool for finding the best camera for me, but I think it may be a bit overkill. So, I want to get others opinions. I travel and take many pictures. The last two cameras I have owned died because sand got in the mechanisms. I was told the Canon D-10 is a good choice, but is it what I need? I don't plan on going under water with it, and just take pictures.

Thanks in advance.

Dean

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Rugged Cameras

by snapshot2 Forum moderator Feb 19, 2010 7:00AM PST

Here is a comparison review of that type of camera:

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q209waterproofgroup/

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Protecting camera from the environment

by hjfok Feb 19, 2010 11:59PM PST

You don't have to restrict yourself to the waterproof camera or expensive weather sealed professional D-SLR and lenses. You can buy an underwater housing for your favorite camera, which is usually a hard plastic case with external knobs and control to assess your camera's functions. Or you can buy a soft plastic cover bag with a lens port from a third party. Ewa-marine has some decent quality bags that can shield your camera from dust, dirt and water. Hard plastic cases usually cost more. The Ewa Marine costs about $160 and has many different models to fit many compacts and D-SLRs. This is not inexpensive, but has a good quality lens port that won't affect your photo image qualtiy too much. And it is better than changing cameras. It is also very portable and use it as needed for harsh environment.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/509018-REG/Ewa_Marine_EM_D_CG7_D_CG7_Underwater_Housing.html

Click on the reference list link to find the model that fits your favorite camera.

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