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Question: Is there an alternative way to use a digital camera underwater without a special case?

(Posted by: Crouchin Tiger, Hidden Rabbit on 2010-12-03 11:18:54)

I've been given an a verrrry hard project to do with my childhood swimming and what not¬¬ and my art teacher wants me to take my camera underwater and make a little film. Now i've looked for waterproof cases but they cost way too much or if i need to order them they'll take too long to get to england¬¬ is there an alternative waterproof item or something that i could use instead p.s don't be smart and say buy a waterproof camera because i need it for one final piece not forever plus i haven't the money :(

Posted by: hiddenmyname on 2010-12-03, 11:20:59

You can buy plastic bag like cases which are cheaper than the proper cases. aquapac.net/ ukstore/ waterproof-camera-camcorder-cases-588-0.html

Posted by: thankyoumaskedman on 2010-12-03, 13:04:00

I agree with hiddenmyname. The least expensive solution that could reasonably work would be a one-size-fits-many waterproof housing. They are less easy to use, but less expensive than the model-specific housings. You cannot get any decent result with cheaper improvisations like sandwich bags.

Posted by: CiaoChao on 2010-12-03, 15:20:05

Right pro documentary makers have some interesting solutions. If you watched the making-of for any of David Attenboroughs shows, you'll probably have seen some things similar. One thing to try is a fish tank, you've just got to be careful that the setup doesn't sink. I would think a rigid boom with a fish tank at the end of it is feasible, and will not sink. Secondly you could try something similar to this device. photojojo.com/ store/ awesomeness/ candid-photography-spy-lens/ Stick that into the water vertically so that your lens doesn't touch tthe water and you should be fine too. I would try to use it with something like a Manfrotto 190XPROB or 055OXPROB tripod, with the column set horizontally with a counter balance. Next, something that I saw in the James Bond film Thunderball. I know it sounds a little bit wishy washy, but the concept behind it is good. Large black funnel placed over the lens (like a lens hood but much much bigger) will allow you to see down into the water without the lens getting wet or having problems with reflections.