CruisingLover Posted January 18, 2017 #1 Share Posted January 18, 2017 What's the best underwater camera that also has WiFi? Anyone have any experience with these, or favorites? Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_BJ Posted January 18, 2017 #2 Share Posted January 18, 2017 (edited) do you want a camera that can get wet or a true underwater camera suitable for diving .... http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-535/168466/Sealife-Micro-2.0-WiFi-64GB-SL512.html Sealife Micro 2.0 WiFi 64GB SL512 rated for 200 feet $550 ***************************************** how about a housing for an iPhone 6 good to 200 feet http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-535/168481/Watershot-PRO-Housing-for-iPhone-6---6s-Plus.html Edited January 18, 2017 by Capt_BJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenInCND Posted January 18, 2017 #3 Share Posted January 18, 2017 I have a watershot for my old iPhone 5 works great, I leave my 7+ at home when on vacation. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingLover Posted January 19, 2017 Author #4 Share Posted January 19, 2017 do you want a camera that can get wet or a true underwater camera suitable for diving .... http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-535/168466/Sealife-Micro-2.0-WiFi-64GB-SL512.html Sealife Micro 2.0 WiFi 64GB SL512 rated for 200 feet $550 ***************************************** how about a housing for an iPhone 6 good to 200 feet http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-535/168481/Watershot-PRO-Housing-for-iPhone-6---6s-Plus.html Just a waterproof, for snorkeling etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserloser99 Posted January 20, 2017 #5 Share Posted January 20, 2017 GoPro cameras are great for photos, although everyone thinks they are only suitable for video. Using the standard housing, you can shoot to a depth of 40m. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrottdizes Posted January 20, 2017 #6 Share Posted January 20, 2017 What's the best underwater camera that also has WiFi? Anyone have any experience with these, or favorites? Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app The Olympus TG4 has WiFi. You might look up reviews as to how well it's WiFi works. I use my TG4 for when I am in the water (ocean or pool), on the beach, rainy weather (where I don't want to chance my regular camera getting wet) and anywhere I don't want to carry a SLR as the TG4 is small enough to fit in a pocket or purse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingLover Posted January 21, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted January 21, 2017 Thank you for the suggestions :) Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chakuna Posted January 25, 2017 #8 Share Posted January 25, 2017 seriously...you cannot go wrong with a gopro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalenjen Posted January 26, 2017 #9 Share Posted January 26, 2017 We have a Nikon Coolpix AW130 that takes great pictures underwater. This is our first underwater camera and we are happy with it. It has WIfi and GPS so it you can geo tag your pics too plus while underwater it has a depth gauge May 2010-Carnival Splendor 7 night Mexican Rivera April 2011Holland America osterdam 7nt Mexican Rivera Nov 2012 holland America westerdam 7nt East Carib May 2013 holland america volendam 7nt Alaska August 2014-Carnival Dream-7nt Western Carib January 2015-Carnival Miracle-15nt Hawaii April 2016-Carnival Dream-7nt Western Carib Nov 2016-Holland America Oosterdam-11nt Panama Can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dltvermont Posted January 26, 2017 #10 Share Posted January 26, 2017 I will second the TG4. I havent used the wifi feature but it takes great pictures above and below the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingLover Posted January 27, 2017 Author #11 Share Posted January 27, 2017 I'm hearing stories of the Olympus tg 870 having a beeping/clicking noise during video playback. Does anyone have experience with that? Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted January 27, 2017 #12 Share Posted January 27, 2017 seriously...you cannot go wrong with a gopro. I would argue that you can't go right with a go pro. It is a video capture device that doesn't do that good of a job with either video or stills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare fletch1027 Posted February 2, 2017 #13 Share Posted February 2, 2017 The Olympus TG4 has WiFi. You might look up reviews as to how well it's WiFi works. I use my TG4 for when I am in the water (ocean or pool), on the beach, rainy weather (where I don't want to chance my regular camera getting wet) and anywhere I don't want to carry a SLR as the TG4 is small enough to fit in a pocket or purse. I second this comment - I love my TG4! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingLover Posted February 3, 2017 Author #14 Share Posted February 3, 2017 I second this comment - I love my TG4! Have you noticed any clicking type sound during video playback, like the 870 appears to have? Sent from my SM-G930P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s_mich Posted February 3, 2017 #15 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Following this thread as I'm looking to upgrade. I have an older Coolpix that's waterproof from 2012 probably and it does not have wifi. We own a GoPro but they really are not for stills. If anything we sometimes just do screen grabs from videos for pictures - they come out awesome! But really would like a small camera with wifi that I can get wet but easily transfer pics so I can leave my phone in the safe as much as possible:) Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserloser99 Posted February 3, 2017 #16 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Following this thread as I'm looking to upgrade. I have an older Coolpix that's waterproof from 2012 probably and it does not have wifi. We own a GoPro but they really are not for stills. If anything we sometimes just do screen grabs from videos for pictures - they come out awesome! But really would like a small camera with wifi that I can get wet but easily transfer pics so I can leave my phone in the safe as much as possible:) Sent from my iPad using Forums What GoPro model do you own? I have the Hero 4 Black and it does a great job of taking photos. GoPro's Quik software allows you to capture images from video, but there is also a photo setting with some very cool features (burst and various lens settings). The only downside is that I cannot view the photos as I take them. Some models do allow for this with use of the GoPro LCD BacPac mount. I also have a waterproof Coolpix, and to be honest, I haven't used it since buying the GoPro. It really is very versatile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s_mich Posted February 4, 2017 #17 Share Posted February 4, 2017 What GoPro model do you own? I have the Hero 4 Black and it does a great job of taking photos. GoPro's Quik software allows you to capture images from video, but there is also a photo setting with some very cool features (burst and various lens settings). The only downside is that I cannot view the photos as I take them. Some models do allow for this with use of the GoPro LCD BacPac mount. I also have a waterproof Coolpix, and to be honest, I haven't used it since buying the GoPro. It really is very versatile. We have the HERO Session and it does do an amazing job with photos - but it's mostly my hubby's toy. He likes to make videos for every vacation we go on (he is a video journalist by trade) so he basically hogs the GoPro on trips :rolleyes: I just want a little something for myself while he is using the GoPro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2BCruising Posted February 6, 2017 #18 Share Posted February 6, 2017 I have both the GoPro 3+, GoPro Hero 5, and Nikon AW-130. Hubby uses the Hero 5 to capture videos of our snorkeling adventures. I use my Nikon to capture pictures of underwater marine life. If I want video, I use the GoPro. The Nikon AW-130 does an awesome job and also has WiFi. Checkout my fish photos on my blog (under Costa Maya and Cozumel). Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrqoisWtrs Posted February 15, 2017 #19 Share Posted February 15, 2017 Olympus tg 870 having a beeping/clicking noise during video playback I have the TG3 and I have noticed that with my video. To me, its not enough to be a real pain though. The wifi is a great feature. You do need to get the Olympus app. It pairs with your phone so you can import pictures, and you can use your phone as a remote, so no need to set the timer and race to get in place. :) Just push the button on your phone when you're ready. You do have to be creative to hide the phone if you don't want it in your pic, but its worth it. There are also editing features in the app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mitsugirly Posted February 18, 2017 #20 Share Posted February 18, 2017 I absolutely love Olympus Touch cameras. I would agree with others on the TG4. (I have 2 of the Tough 620's, 1 of the 830 and the TG4). They take amazing pictures both above and below the water. (I do all of my reviews with these cameras and most people rave about the awesome pictures). :) I do have to say that the actual macro function of the TG4 is AMAZING! Nothing like the "fake" macro function on my 620 or 830...which to me isn't a true macro IMO. If you want to check out any of my other pictures, look at some of my reviews in my signature line. They were basically all taken with the Olympus. For the TG 4, look at my Epic review. That entire cruise was done with the TG4...including the snorkeling and scuba pictures. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireStation46 Posted February 18, 2017 #21 Share Posted February 18, 2017 I have GoPro and just so many add on doo-dads it can be a pain. My Nikon AW130 takes great photos and videos above and below water. It has WiFi so back on ship I transfer photos to my Ipad. With an internet connection I can also back it all up in the cloud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWACruiser Posted May 22, 2017 #22 Share Posted May 22, 2017 I purchased a Nikon Coolpix 130 a few years ago for underwater photography. It doe an excellent job in wet conditions. It is not quite as good as my Rebel T5i overall. But it does take nice photos. Here are a few examples: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam84 Posted June 14, 2017 #23 Share Posted June 14, 2017 Agree with all the TG4 votes. Absolutely love mine. Great shots above and below water. Wifi a bit quirky to set up but I called support and they helped me and now it works like a charm. I have really tried to like the GoPro, but hated both that I bought and returned both. Just my personal opinion. I know lots of people love GoPro and that's cool, but not at all for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pengu1n Posted June 16, 2017 #24 Share Posted June 16, 2017 Olympus TG-5 is now out. The TG-4 had gotten difficult to find for a while. I got the TG-5 at Best Buy, free fast 2 day shipping in time for my upcoming trip. Also available at bhphotovideo.com but not yet on the olympus site or amazon oddly enough. Haven't had much chance to shoot much, but it has some very cool features, like 4k video, microscope mode, focus stacking and procapture, which starts taking sequential shots before you actually press the button and RAW capture. It has wifi, which I haven't tried on it, but it works on my other olympus camera, the EM10 mark ii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted June 17, 2017 #25 Share Posted June 17, 2017 No wifi but I pull out film and use my old Nikonos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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