Is the new Hero3+ Black really less durable underwater? My Hero3 Black is good for up to 60m and I saw that the new one is good for only up to 40m!
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The camera is the same as the Hero3 so if you use the old case your camera can go just as deep as the original. the new case is smaller and not as strong as the original..
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I use my GoPros to film underwater on a downrigger. I tried the new case only one time, as it leaked from the bezel at less than 85 feet. The good news as stated, if you have a regular 3 Black, is that the new camera will fit into the old housing. I have had my 3 Black camera down to 195 feet, and believe it or not, there was enough light to see what was going on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXSgMSmyfOM And here is some footage in clearer water over 100 feet deep. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRPbdCpXzTQ
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The depth limit for recreational scuba diving is 125 ft or roughly 40 meters. To go any deeper you are putting yourself as well as the camera in danger!
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In addition to the recreational diving limit, unless you have U/W camera lights, everything you shoot at depth will be monochrome and very dark. Even at relatively moderate depths, the water filters out much of the color spectrum, so there really isn't much need for the case to go any deeper.
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I i was you, i wouldn't be scuba diving at 125 ft or 40 meters, never mind 60 meters. You need to think about how much pressure your in.
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My Hero3+ leaked from the very first time I used it underwater in less than 3 feet of water. Can it be returned? Is there a warranty?
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I would trust the GoPro folks on that one. Simple science would suggest a smaller case would be very slightly less prone to pressure leaks, but GoPro definitely changed the rating and warranty. With a different clamp, and different size back (I am not sure about possible changes to the sealing ring other than size), it could actually be different. However, only trying it would really tell the story, and I would not want to exceed 40m.
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The recreational depth limit is 40m/130 ft. Unless you're doing technical diving, you wouldn't need a rating past 40m.
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Their ads say it will write underwater. I don't dive so I haven't tested that, nor have I tested it with extreme temperatures. I can say I'm glad I bought mine and it has not disappointed me in any way. Many have found it works in the rain with "Rite in the Rain" paper. That's good enough for me. I'd be very surprised if it did NOT work very well with a waterproof journal.
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I have the Olympus and it hs worked well for me due to the shock proof aspect and the waterproof. I dropped it twice on a trip once in the water and it is still like new. I have not used it for diving yet but have a friend that has and her photos were great. I will be diving with it in a couple of weeks.
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The Hero3 Housing is the same as the Hero3+ Dive Housing, so you need to make sure you order the Hero3+ Dive housing Version. Here is the ASN to be sure: B00GX3314A-PolarPro
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GoPro 3+ is awesome. Haven't had any issues with it and I love the picture.
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I used it while scuba diving and it was fine. Water will of course get in and it needs to be rinsed after use in salt water especially. Stability with a GoPro was fine under water. On land it might start to rotate after a while but if that happens you can slightly press the pole so it will become oval and then it won't rotate anymore. I recommend it.
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This fits the underwater housing that comes standard with all versions of the hero 3. The standard housing is good to 140 feet, so there is not really a need to buy a different dive housing.
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I have the sony and love it. I particularly like the fantastic panoramic feature - I dont see a reference to that on the panasonic description here. I have had the Olympus variants of the waterproof cameras in the past and they were quite good. Have not taken the sony into the water yet - I assume it will be trouble free (as the olympus cameras have been in the past). The picture quality on the sony is a step up from my past cameras. Having not tried the Panasonic yet, I recommend the sony.
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This is the housing that comes with the GoPro3 cameras. It is rated to 60m. It comes with a Skeleton changeable back door that when used, the camera is no longer waterproof.
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I took my gopro 3+ silver snorkeling and got some great footage, I would deffinate recommend getting the gopro 3+ black edition and the stock waterproof housing on the 3+ works really well.
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The camera I purchased from Amazon was listed as "used", but it arrived sealed in the blisterpack and my impression was that it was new. Although I've never attempted to use it underwater, I did take it on a 4 day white water rafting trip and it came through great. It's small and easy to use. It was exposed to a lot of water, but I had no issues with it getting wet and the pictures and videos are great. I especially like the ability to take still shots from the videos. My only complaint is that some of the accessories for the "dry" version aren't available for the water proof model. The camera I purchased from Amazon was listed as "used", but it arrived sealed in the blisterpack and my impression was that it was new. Although I've never attempted to use it underwater, I did take it on a 4 day white water rafting trip and it came through great. It's small and easy to use. It was exposed to a lot of water, but I had no issues with it getting wet and the pictures and videos are great. I especially like the ability to take still shots from the videos. My only complaint is that some of the accessories for the "dry" version aren't available for the water... » Read More The camera I purchased from Amazon was listed as "used", but it arrived sealed in the blisterpack and my impression was that it was new. Although I've never attempted to use it underwater, I did take it on a 4 day white water rafting trip and it came through great. It's small and easy to use. It was exposed to a lot of water, but I had no issues with it getting wet and the pictures and videos are great. I especially like the ability to take still shots from the videos. My only complaint is that some of the accessories for the "dry" version aren't available for the water proof model. « Show Less
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Is it correct that the standard housing that comes with the 3+ is waterproof down to 40 meters. You only need to buy the special water proof housing case if you are going deeper than 40 meters?
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I have only used this camera in salt water. My only advice is to make sure that you wipe the lens, ESPECIALLY if you drop it in the water. I have never had to open mine when I have been around the water so no issues with that but it has been underwater and have had absolutely no issues with it. Pictures are good except the ones I forgot to wipe the lens and those are fuzzy.
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Hi, I have a gopro hero3+ black edition and it works perfectly. I think it would work fine with your hero3. I have a friend who has a hero3 Silver and it works with it fine as well. Hope this helps. :)
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I don't know anything about the Hero 3 other than it's more expensive than the Hero 2 Silver I ordered. I'm believe the Hero 3 offers added features, but at a price. I used our Hero 2 Silver for the first time last weekend on an airboat, and I'm very pleased with the video, and function of the camera.
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Oh sorry let me reply again. Yes we purchased the newest addition of the Hero 3. I am not sure I understand your second question so I will tell you what we purchased as far as the filter: it is the Polar Pro Acrylic3 Hero3 Edition for use with Hero 3 Waterproof Housing. For use from 10-75 feet. It came with a clear, square, acrylic attachment piece, a little large than the square, red acrylic filter with a rubber band. It did mention to see installation instructions at polarprofilters.com that maybe will help you better than us. That's about it as far as a description other than 'Red Filter.' Too bad there isn't an item no. Oh sorry let me reply again. Yes we purchased the newest addition of the Hero 3. I am not sure I understand your second question so I will tell you what we purchased as far as the filter: it is the Polar Pro Acrylic3 Hero3 Edition for use with Hero 3 Waterproof Housing. For use from 10-75 feet. It came with a clear, square, acrylic attachment piece, a little large than the square, red acrylic filter with a rubber band. It did mention to see installation instructions at polarprofilters.com that maybe will help you better than us. That's about it as far as a description other than 'Red... » Read More Oh sorry let me reply again. Yes we purchased the newest addition of the Hero 3. I am not sure I understand your second question so I will tell you what we purchased as far as the filter: it is the Polar Pro Acrylic3 Hero3 Edition for use with Hero 3 Waterproof Housing. For use from 10-75 feet. It came with a clear, square, acrylic attachment piece, a little large than the square, red acrylic filter with a rubber band. It did mention to see installation instructions at polarprofilters.com that maybe will help you better than us. That's about it as far as a description other than 'Red Filter.' Too bad there isn't an item no. « Show Less
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I have a gopro hero 3, and it works great! Not sure if it will work on 3+, but I think it will be fine.