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SeaLife DC800 Underwater Digital Camera Review

by admin on September 21, 2008


sealife dc800 underwater camera

The latest in digital technology meets the wonders of the sea! SeaLife’s DC800 Underwater Digital Camera captures the best of your diving adventures in beautiful, clear colours. The waterproof housing is effective in depths of up to 200 feet (60.96 meters), but easily removable for photographing top side scenes as well.

The DC800 is an 8-megapixel camera packed with features. An optical wide angle lens, 4x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom ensure you will pick up every detail of the subject. Five modes for underwater use include settings for UW colour correction no matter the environment. Two external flash settings adjust light.

If you have experience with underwater photography, you know that trying to make last minute setting adjustments can be enough to scare off the very animal you are trying to photograph. The DC800 has a SPY mode that can solve this problem. Spy mode automatically snaps pictures at intervals set by the user. It will continue taking shots until the memory is full or the shutter button is pressed again. With this function, a diver can concentrate on surroundings and finding photo ops without taking time to set up again between every shot. There is also a video mode for capturing high resolution videos with sound.

The SeaLife DC800 is out-of-the-box equipped with 32 MB of memory, lithium battery, and Media One and Cool 360SE software. Additional accessories can be purchased from SeaLife including up to a 4GB memory card and ProFlash accessory. It is also compatible with a variety of SeaLife lenses and other optional equipment.

Above the wave photography gets a boost with 16 different modes, tripod connector, timed shutter, and the same Spy and video capabilities. The camera measures a mere 3.5” x 5.5” x 3.4” and easily fits in a pocket or bag. Even in the polycarbonate shell underwater casing, it weighs less than 17 ounces.

Have you tried to photograph the elusive moray eel, only to get a picture of black space under a rock? The darts and turns of coral reef fish are designed to elude predators. They often elude cameras, too. Fast action shots are no challenge with a sensitive shutter response. The DC800 will be the only camera you need for capturing breathtaking encounters with ocean life or fun family life.

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Sealife DC600 Underwater Camera Review

by admin on September 18, 2008


sealife dc600 underwater camera

The DC600 from SeaLife is not just another SCUBA diving gadget. This underwater digital camera goes from a pressure of 200 feet (60.96 meters) to above the waves with ease. The polycarbonate case is bulky enough to protect from collisions against rocks or even dive equipment. Out of the casing and above the water, it is a light weight, compact digital camera that fit in the pocket of your beach shorts.

Controls on the SeaLife DC600 are clearly marked and simple to operate. The macro function allows for close-ups when you need to capture even the smallest detail in your shot. A 3x digital zoom can photograph those underwater wonders before you get close enough to send them swimming. Built-in flash, self timer, and a standard tripod mount are great for family shots at the beach or holiday gatherings. The 6.1 megapixel camera can be even further extended with SeaLife lenses and strobes.

Your underwater camera is completely dependent on the casing that surrounds it. The clamshell design of the SeaLife DC600 housing is a cinch to open and close, but provides a tight waterproof seal. Like any model, though, the rubber O-ring must be protected from damage and foreign debris and should be inspected before and after every dive.

Diving with a camera presents challenges when facing the watery effects on light, colour balance and hue, depth and speed. With the SeaLife DC600, your adventures both underwater and on dry land will be captured in quality digital photographs your friends will actually want to look at.

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