| Average Customer Rating: 3.5/5
Total Reviews: 22 |
Rating: 4
Very nice little camera
| I bought this camera to take with me when I kayak. I haven't been able to take it in the ocean yet, but I tested it in the pool, and it had no problems.I have only taken about 100 pictures with it so far with mixed results.I should first say that I am happy with it. The pictures I took outdoors in good light came out very good.Using the high res settings they had good color, were clear, sharp, and had no distortion.The clips I took using the movie mode, in good light, were reasonable, (better than I expected.) The pictures i took indoors using the flash were not as good, but still about what I expected.I knew they were not going to be as sharp as my Nikon, but I didn't want to take my Nikon in the ocean. I have a specific purpose in mind for this camera, and I think it going to be just fine for that purpose. For the money I think it is a fine sports, waterfront camera. I did find that it was dificult to get the focus right in macro mode. You have a very short depth of field,(about two inches), so keep within that range. I did get some nice pictures of a bee though, (and most cameras in this price range don't have a macro at all). I was very glad I could find a digital camera that was waterproof in this price range, and based on my tests, and my needs, it is just fine. |
Rating: 4
Returned for refund (revised review)
My expectations were a bit low after reading reviews on this little camera. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived yesterday and I got a chance to check it out. You have to realize you get a nice underwater housing AND a 3MP camera for $106 shipped in 3-5 days. This camera actually takes pretty good photos for its price. I was looking for something to replace the throw-away underwater cameras we've used so often... that always produce disappointing photos. The quality of the photos off the 308U are much better and I'm happy with them.
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Rating: 4
Great Waterproof Camera
| After dropping a almost new Nikon Coolpix camera in the water and finding out the warranty does not cover water damage, I decided on a camera with a waterproof case. This is not the most sofisticated camera and at best it is mediocre. However, I am an avid boater around water all the time. I found out I have to have a waterproof camera. This camera definately is waterproof when in its case. It works perfectly and takes OK digital photos. I recommend this camera for those who need a waterproof environment. The price is right compared with the cost of just cases for other digital cameras. Read the manual and leave the front slide open when it is in the waterproof case. It shuts off automatically and starts after the push of a back button. I do not regret buying this camera. |
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