For today’s consumer, the number of underwater/waterproof digital cameras and housing on the market, along with their long lists of technical features, can make waterproof digital camera shopping an overwhelming experience.  Underwatercamera.net is designed to take the headache out of waterproof digital camera shopping and make it easier for beginner, amateur and professional photographers to find the right underwater/waterproof digital camera and housing.

Deciding which type of underwater/water proof digital camera or housing to purchase will depend on your underwater photography needs. Below are some helpful tips on choosing the right category:

Point & Shoot Underwater Digital Cameras

Advantages: small, light, simplicity, built-in flash, price, depth of sharpness, waterproof cabability

Disadvantages: fixed lens, less control, slower speed, small sensor, often rated for to a maximum depth of 40 feet of water submersion unless professionally designed

Point & Shoot Underwater Housing for Digital Cameras

Advantages: small, light, simplicity, waterproof to lower depths of water submersion, durable, can take compatible digital camera out of housing, often less expensive

Disadvantages: often can only use with a particular digital camera unless the housing is a universal design, limited add on accessories, can be difficult to use with diving gloves on, have to make sure that O ring seals are working effectively to keep out moisture

Underwater Housing for DSLR Cameras

Advantages: allows for better picture quality when used in combination with DSLR, many accessories can be added, can use different lenses, durability, often can go to lower depths of water submersion

Disadvantages: heavier, price, more complex features, often can only use one model of a DSLR with the particular housing

Your Underwater Photography Level: 

Beginner:

An individual who would like to start taking pictures while learning the basic features of the camera.

Amateur:
An individual who practices photography as a hobby, perhaps earning some income from their photos. Looking to advance technical knowledge and artistic skill.

Professional:

A career photographer who earns a full-time living from their work. They seek a camera(s) featuring cutting edge technology to keep them at the top in their field.