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I’ll repost my comment here from an article from engadget on the newest underwater from pentax, the Optio W60.

If your into seriously taking a camera into/under water with you, you should skip these types in-body water-proofing as they are notoriously good at leaking and other smaller problems. These types of cameras are only good for beaches or in wet weather. They are getting much better but have a server depth limitation (13ft), here is another quick comparison review vs the Olympus brand, but as I state for serious underwater photography, consider a waterproof case, you’ll likely be happier in the end if you do.

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I think the Optio W60 is perfect for the majority of vacationers who want to take it to the beach and maybe into the water to take some quick picts of fish.

I would want to wait until we got some serious reviews before purchasing it and using it for even snorkeling. With waves, salt water and the camera bouncing off rocks I’m not sure that even the W60 will be able to survive.

Of course the closest option (for only a bit more money) is the Canon brand of cameras. Most can have an optional water proof case that is sturdier than any Optio (It is what I use for my underwater pictures). At only $150 in addition to the camera (which is better picture quality then the W series) you get significantly better pictures.

So I think I’m going to pass on the W60, for those who already have a digital P&S, $150 for 30 feet is better deal.

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Got my Nikon D80 back from repair and everything seems to work great. It seems that there was an issue with the circuitry so the replaced it. Now I’m off to do some more shooting!