Which is the Fastest Waterproof Camera?

Piscateur · #1 11-08-2010, 09:53 PM

One of my biggest gripes with Compacts is the shutter lag. Does anyone know which of the Waterproof variety has the quickest lag?

Hazell · #2 11-08-2010, 10:00 PM

I have nothing to compare it to but my Pentax Optio W80 is pretty quick, not SLR quick though. As long as you pre-auto-focus? it is virtually instant.

boris · #3 11-08-2010, 10:05 PM

get a lumix FT1 and just change the shutter speed...

Piscateur · #4 11-08-2010, 10:06 PM

Thanks for Correcting me Hazell the Pre-auto focus is probably the biggest delay in compacts. So looking for the quickest in Pre focus and shutter lag.

Hazell · #5 11-08-2010, 10:24 PM

OK no worries, there is probably a quicker one than the Optio then but it isn't too bad. I have had a camera in the past that was about 2 seconds total. Completely pointless on moving objects!

Alex · #6 11-08-2010, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Piscateur

One of my biggest gripes with Compacts is the shutter lag. Does anyone know which of the Waterproof variety has the quickest lag?

Alex, you may consider to expand your search to P%S cameras that can be used in waterproof cases. Just a thought.

Cheers,
Alex

Piscateur · #7 12-08-2010, 11:05 AM

Thanks Alex,
But was trying to keep the size down as well.

Cheers

Bear · #8 15-08-2010, 08:39 AM

Add my vote to the Pentax W series. I've got 2 as the Mrs took mine and thinking about an upgrade so the little man can have mine. Great camera for the $$$.

Piscateur · #9 15-08-2010, 07:42 PM

Cheers Bear will have a look at the Pentax.

cowancreekdave · #10 15-08-2010, 10:09 PM

Hi guys, any leakage problems with the W80? How's the macro also?
I used to have an 8mp entry level fujifilm finepix which took great macros, but I unfortunately smashed it.
I just went and ordered a finepix XP10, which is waterproof.. I got it assuming it would take great pics, but upon reading reviews (after purchasing (stupid, I know)) it seems the camera has alot of leakage and pic quality issues.
Time will tell I suppose, but just wondering if you guys have had any issues with the W80 so I have an option if the XP10 turns out to be shi+

Bear · #11 16-08-2010, 12:09 AM

No issues with mine so far. Pics are pretty good as well. I'll wack a few up tonight.

cowancreekdave · #12 16-08-2010, 12:12 AM

Cheers mate, legend.

Bear · #13 16-08-2010, 12:16 AM

http://www.breammaster.com/forum/sho...ghlight=darwin

These were all taken with the W30 I have.

Bear · #14 16-08-2010, 12:17 AM

Closer:

cowancreekdave · #15 16-08-2010, 03:49 AM

Alright guys I just switched my order to an FT2. Will hit up some pics when she gets in