breambo25 1 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Hi guys,I am relatively inexperienced in terms of using HD cameras and underwater technology and so on. However, I need to come into the possession of a high quality HD camera with underwater capabilities for an article I am writing at the moment.As a regular viewer of IFISH, I couldn't help but notice that they tend to use a camera attached to a long pole to get their underwater shots. My questions are: how much do one of those systems cost? is there some sort of other system I should be looking into? Can I get a system for a price of $200-$250 max?Any input would be appreciated because I recognize my ignorance towards this topic.Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
samboman 319 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 i use a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 12MP Sambo breambo25 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack. 10 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 GO PRO hero2 $299. A hero 1 is about 100-200 on eBay, not as good quality stills though, only 5 pixels, won't get you in a magazine breambo25 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TT 2 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Hey mate! As a regular viewer of IFISH, I couldn't help but notice that they tend to use a camera attached to a long pole to get their underwater shots. My questions are: how much do one of those systems cost? is there some sort of other system I should be looking into?As regards to what IFISH use that is a Towcam. That will set you back around $2800. So thats off the list!If you want good photos, video and a cheap price I don't think you can look past the Olympus Tough Range and from that the TG - 810 Model! 720p HD Video, 14 Megapixels and completely waterproof.The Lumix Range is also very good but a bit out of the price range.And remember till then I am still happy to shoot for you TT breambo25 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack. 10 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 i use a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 12MP [attachment=10957]Mully10.jpg[/attachment]SamboNice photo, but 650bux Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breambo25 1 Posted June 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 i use a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 12MP SamboYeah. Probably a bit too far out of the price range for me.@jack- is the hero 2 magazine standard then? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TT 2 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Plus remember alternatively you can do what I do!Use your original Camera and put in a housing.Like this http://www.over-board.com.au/waterproof-zoom-lens-camera-case-black.htmlReasons why:1. Much Cheaper!2. Floats when dropped not sink like a Camera.3. Much deeper submergence depths.Just something to think about! TT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breambo25 1 Posted June 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Hey mate!As a regular viewer of IFISH' date=' I couldn't help but notice that they tend to use a camera attached to a long pole to get their underwater shots. My questions are: how much do one of those systems cost? is there some sort of other system I should be looking into? [/quote']And remember till then I am still happy to shoot for you TTThanks mate. It would be just to have a nice one myself so that when I fish solo I can get sme nice pictures. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
samboman 319 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 i use a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 12MP [attachment=10957]Mully10.jpg[/attachment]SamboNice photo' date=' but 650bux[/quote']i think you'll find they are only around $300 for this model Sambo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breambo25 1 Posted June 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Plus remember alternatively you can do what I do!Use your original Camera and put in a housing.Like this http://www.over-board.com.au/waterproof-zoom-lens-camera-case-black.htmlReasons why:1. Much Cheaper!2. Floats when dropped not sink like a Camera.3. Much deeper submergence depths.Just something to think about! TTNot really an option for me. My current camera is too bad a quality to use for the magazine. I need to upgrade anyway. It's either that or the iPhone... So just buying a cover is not really an option at the moment Quote Link to post Share on other sites
samboman 319 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 End of finacial year sales http://www.myshopping.com.au/PR--320270_Panasonic_Lumix_DMC_FT1_Compact_Digital_CameraSambo breambo25 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack. 10 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Hero 2 is ten mega pixels and a decent sensor and good shutter speed. For the price it's neqr unbeatable. Hardy, has the wproof housing, takes hd video and you can wear it tow it etc.Jimbo has a 1 and 2 and I've seen some of his pics from the hero2 blown up nicely in magazines ;)I would drop him a pm mate he loves these things. They don't have killa color viewfinder playback and that, but I think that's why they can keep them so affordable.I've got a hero 2 on my birthday list unless the taxman is feeling generous in my return :laugh:Good luck with yer article, I recently got one up and it's a good feeling for sure breambo25 and jimbojames 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Savagelip 4 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 olympus tough tg-610 14megapixel is what i use, rugged & waterproof to 5mtrs Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ugly4Life 41 Posted June 23, 2012 Report Share Posted June 23, 2012 Magazine quality, according to Shane Mensforth is 12MP. We had to buy two new cameras as we're regularly submitting pics for our ads in SA Angler.A whole heap of Olympus Tough range underwater camera's for around your price range: http://www.myshopping.com.au/ZM--1017612287_Digital_Cameras Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Compleat Angler 72 Posted June 24, 2012 Report Share Posted June 24, 2012 We had an amazing under water fishing camera in our last catalogue. We sold out but we have more arriving early this week.FeaturesScreen switching50 metre camera cableNight VisionDigital LCDRechargeable batteryRunning time approx 7 hours150 degree visual anglePrice $379.00They will go into our Online shop as soon as they arrive.Compleat Angler Wallaroo & Moontawww.compleatanglerwallaroo.com.auwww.compleatanglermoonta.com.au SnappaGuy 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimbojames 285 Posted June 24, 2012 Report Share Posted June 24, 2012 Depends on how long you need it but i could possibly lend you mine and that way you don't need a budget . Also got the under water Canon camera housing to so pm us if you need to arrange something fella ? Jack. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Damien Dray 0 Posted June 24, 2012 Report Share Posted June 24, 2012 hi mate. i agree with jack. go pro is the way to go. i have the hero 1 which still has full 1080 hd but the 2 takes better stills. also water proof up to 60m i always take mine out fishing and drop in next to the burley pot. if you get the hero 2 you can also get a wifi for it so you can watch its live footage upto 1 km away but not sure how good that would work under water. you can get so may accessories for it aswell. lcd screen, spare batteries etc. id check out yhe go pro hero 2 for sure. goodluck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
urhookedfish 12 Posted June 24, 2012 Report Share Posted June 24, 2012 As much as I like the Hero 2, if your trying to get pics in magazines then the wide angle lens can sometimes be a disadvantage. Great for scenery shots but not great for stills of anglers with fish.The 1080P of the hero is sensational, but there are quite a few digital cameras for 300-400 that have great 1080P video.I think SAMBO is spot on the money in that if magazine shots and underwater shots are your goal then I would not choose the go pro.if however you want to film footage of your whole trip and have the option to maybe take a pic or two with wide angle lens, then GOPRO would be for you.I wanted a camera that could do it all, 1080p, underwater, CMOS FOR LOW LIGHT and 14MP. But in the end Im going to drop the underwater still aspect off my wishlist and go for a Fujifilm EXR 770/775. This is a weapon of a camera in that it does everything except underwater shots.http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/prod8817.htmAnother couple of options that are in your price range are the fufifilm XP50 under $200 or XP150 $295.This model will do it all for you!http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/prod8801.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jackblack86 5 Posted June 26, 2012 Report Share Posted June 26, 2012 Seriously, don't look past the Olympus tough series. Great camera for less than $400 (depending on where you shop). Mine is a bit older and has Full underwater pics and video to 10m and shockproof to 3m. It has gone through absolute living hell and is still going. I will post underwater shots from Thailand when I get home tonightCheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Del 245 Posted June 27, 2012 Report Share Posted June 27, 2012 Hey mate!As a regular viewer of IFISH' date=' I couldn't help but notice that they tend to use a camera attached to a long pole to get their underwater shots. My questions are: how much do one of those systems cost? is there some sort of other system I should be looking into? [/quote']As regards to what IFISH use that is a Towcam. That will set you back around $2800. So thats off the list!If you want good photos, video and a cheap price I don't think you can look past the Olympus Tough Range and from that the TG - 810 Model! 720p HD Video, 14 Megapixels and completely waterproof.The Lumix Range is also very good but a bit out of the price range.And remember till then I am still happy to shoot for you TT i use the olympus 8010 tough series camera for all my surfing diving with dolphins, sealions tuna and the sharks for work.. greta little bit of kit. plenty of pics and videos on here posted by me via this camera. can get one for 2-300 now i reckon. mines in europe with me currently or id lend it to you for a trial. good luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lure crazy 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Report Share Posted June 29, 2012 For true Ifish style, don't forget to only have an evanrude outboard motor on your boat! Don't think those guys would ever get in a boat without one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jack. 10 Posted July 15, 2012 Report Share Posted July 15, 2012 i use a Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FT1 12MP [attachment=10957]Mully10.jpg[/attachment]SamboNice photo' date=' but 650bux[/quote']i think you'll find they are only around $300 for this model SamboWas down at Harvey Norman today and the wife was getting a bloody Samsung tablet thingo... She was feeling a bit guilty about getting it, so I took my opportunity and said..."well I'll get a camera then and we'll just say it's an anniversary present to ourselves".... Man im one smoothe dude at times :PSo straight to the cabinet and maaaan it's hard to choose! Then sambos words came to me like obi wan kenobi when Luke was havin a crack at the death star ;)"put em all away" said I. And bought a ft20 Lumix for $284. I'll be taking shots from next Saturday, and knowing me I'll have a few up here shortly whether I get a donut next Saturday session or not Cool looking camera and judging by sambos quality pics, im hoping I've got a great little fishing camera now instead of the mobile phone. :woohoo: :woohoo: urhookedfish, breambo25, jimbojames and 1 other 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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