Is it really waterproof? I've already bought one "waterproof" camera that didn't last a month.
1412720
Well, I have my camera mounted on the front of my truck, just above the tow hook. I do cover it with a plastic baggie at the car wash, but I have driven in the rain and it still works fine.
1412721
I've had mine installed for 2 months in nothing but rainy east coast weather and so far so good......keeping my fingers crossed because it would be very difficult to swap it out.
1412722
The camera was designed to be used on the outside of your vehicle. I live in Arizona, so there isn't much water here. My camera is mounted outside, and I use it for security rather than backing up as it was intended. There should be no problem.
24979
I'm sure it is not waterproof, however the input for the rear camera is composite. I hooked up one of those license plate type rear cameras and plugged it into the dash cam and it records great.
443465
this camera is not waterproof. i have one on an enclosed porch that is not heated and it works fine.
411395
No, the camera has a water protective cover on it but this is just for possibility of maybe a light rain, not submersable
1987248
I can't help you with this. my camera has always been & will be used only under dry conditions. Nothing in the Specs says that this model is waterproof. dust sealing against its sensor might be an official feature that is YET to be tested. you might want a leather half case to give it more grip. Presumingly, it is not sealed against waterfalls. Good luck
961950
I have had mine for 3 weeks and it has been in the ocean at least a dzoen times for more than an hour each time--both surfing and snorkling. I put my old camera in it and it fit perfect and pictures are awesome. NO leaking so far. BEST 12 dolllars I spent. I do not see many good reviews for waterproof cameras...they seem to brake alot and out of water do not take good pics or vids. Mine works awesome in and out all the time. What a genious invention!!!
531300
No, it is not waterproof. It is splash and dust resistant. In other words you can take photos in the rain or at the beach using one of Pentax's sealed lenses. You cannot submerge the camera in water. It is a solid well constructed camera. I've had mine since 2008 with no problems.
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This camera would surely be damaged by submerging in water. Look for something water PROOF if you're going to be using it on the water. A waterproof bag will be fine if you're just transporting it on the water.
1067605
The camera is water proof. I have used one for my work in harsh environments for some time now, and it is an excellent camera. Due to this, I bought one for my son.
711900
The Panasonic is not waterproof and you should not take it snorkeling. Mine lasted less than 10 minutes (leaked) snorkeling in shallow water at the start of my visit to Galapagos and I was very careful to make sure it was clean, closed and locked. Others have had similar problems with this camera. I have had other underwater cameras (Nikon film camera) that lasted for years. I think the TS3 has a poor gasket design on their door, it didn't seem to be very tight and of course they will not fix or replace the camera with water damage, your fault! Don't know about Nikon but the Canon D20 seems to be getting good reviews. The Panasonic is not waterproof and you should not take it snorkeling. Mine lasted less than 10 minutes (leaked) snorkeling in shallow water at the start of my visit to Galapagos and I was very careful to make sure it was clean, closed and locked. Others have had similar problems with this camera. I have had other underwater cameras (Nikon film camera) that lasted for years. I think the TS3 has a poor gasket design on their door, it didn't seem to be very tight and of course they will not fix or replace the camera with water damage, your fault! Don't know about Nikon but the Canon D20 seems... » Read More The Panasonic is not waterproof and you should not take it snorkeling. Mine lasted less than 10 minutes (leaked) snorkeling in shallow water at the start of my visit to Galapagos and I was very careful to make sure it was clean, closed and locked. Others have had similar problems with this camera. I have had other underwater cameras (Nikon film camera) that lasted for years. I think the TS3 has a poor gasket design on their door, it didn't seem to be very tight and of course they will not fix or replace the camera with water damage, your fault! Don't know about Nikon but the Canon D20 seems to be getting good reviews. « Show Less
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I purchased to use while snorkeling. I even bought the insurance.Used 8 times - just at surface and water leaked in and camera wouldn't work. When I sent it back to Sony, they said that the insurance did not cover water damage. They offered me a new camera at the going rate. No, it is not waterproof. Insurance is a joke.
218615
I purchased these cameras for a birthday party. I was not concerned if they were waterproof. Perhaps the manufacturer can give you the information you are looking for.
684292
It is NOT waterproof or water resistant. You can look for a camera enclosure and that will work. The range will be reduced as it will be in a metal box. To prevent this, get a cheaper plastic box.
1761350
I have not paid any attention to the warranty conditions. Water resistant? ..... I live in the Puget Sound area and have left the camera out in the rain for as much as four days at a time with no problem.
225562
I brought the cameras to the tropics where rainfall is higher than here in the US. So far I did not have any problems with water going into the cameras. I should say they are waterproof.
665018
O wish I could answer for you. We used the camera while at the beach and the camera was never underwater for that length of time. It never leaked, though.
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I have used it outside. Water got into it once and the camera died. While researching other cameras (they all looked the same) I saw a reset procedure....power off, hit reset and hold, power on, release reset after 10 seconds. It brought the camera back to life. It is now better protected to avoid a repeat.