Waterproof Case/Enclosure for Canon T2i

[Cop J]

I am going to Hawaii to visit my GF's family in a month and I was looking for a waterproof enclosure for my T2i. I don't need something for deep diving, but I will be at the beach, in the water, snorkeling, at waterparks, etc. So I am looking for a way to protect my T2i while I am enjoying myself and snapping photos.

Looking to spend no more than $100 but of course I want something that is good enough quality to prevent water leaks and camera damage.

 

[Cop J]

Are there any good reliable enclosures at this price range?

 

[grahambo85]

Every time I've looked at housing for dslr cameras they are ALWAYS more than the camera itself(if not twice a much). Expect to spend a minimum of $800 if you want I actually protect it. Probably even more like 1,200-1,500. A better option might be just going with an underwater package like the sea life dc1200. Comes with everything to include a camera and flash for $800.

 

[Buckster]

Every time I've looked at housing for dslr cameras they are ALWAYS more than the camera itself(if not twice a much). Expect to spend a minimum of $800 if you want I actually protect it. Probably even more like 1,200-1,500. A better option might be just going with an underwater package like the sea life dc1200. Comes with everything to include a camera and flash for $800.

Those are for serious diving, not what the OP is looking for.

Try this: Amazon.com: Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera: Camera & Photo

 

[Big Mike]

When I go on vacation to a watery location, I would usually buy a couple waterproof disposable (35mm film) cameras. They work in the water and I don't have to worry about somebody trying to snatch them if left unattended.

I now have a waterproof 35mm (point & shoot) camera that can fill the same purpose. There are also water proof/resistant digital cameras to be found for less than $300.

 

[sovietdoc]

Every time I've looked at housing for dslr cameras they are ALWAYS more than the camera itself(if not twice a much). Expect to spend a minimum of $800 if you want I actually protect it. Probably even more like 1,200-1,500. A better option might be just going with an underwater package like the sea life dc1200. Comes with everything to include a camera and flash for $800.

Those are for serious diving, not what the OP is looking for.

Try this: Amazon.com: Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera: Camera & Photo

Wow, I wouldn't trust my camera to this..

 

[Buckster]

Every time I've looked at housing for dslr cameras they are ALWAYS more than the camera itself(if not twice a much). Expect to spend a minimum of $800 if you want I actually protect it. Probably even more like 1,200-1,500. A better option might be just going with an underwater package like the sea life dc1200. Comes with everything to include a camera and flash for $800.

Those are for serious diving, not what the OP is looking for.

Try this: Amazon.com: Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera: Camera & Photo

Wow, I wouldn't trust my camera to this..

For what the OP's post asked for? What more do you think you need?

 

[sovietdoc]

Those are for serious diving, not what the OP is looking for.

Try this: Amazon.com: Aquapac Waterproof SLR Camera Underwater Housing Case With Hard Lens for Canon Nikon Sony SLR Digital Camera: Camera & Photo

Wow, I wouldn't trust my camera to this..

For what the OP's post asked for? What more do you think you need?

I know it's a good suggestion to what OP has asked. But when I looked at it, it just looked like a plastic bag with a camera in it and it didn't look very "reliable". You know what I mean? I am sure it will be fine but I just wasn't expecting it to look like that.

 

[Gaerek]

A couple other options:

1) Like was mentioned, disposable waterproof film cameras
2) Cheap film cameras with waterproof enclosure. These can be found all over Hawaii, and they're usually about $20-30. You'll have to buy film, but it works well enough.
3) Rent a waterproof camera. I did this for a day trip we took to Molokini crater outside of Maui. It was a late model Canon P&S in a waterproof enclosure. The pics turned out very nice. Check dive shops.
4) This: Amazon.com: Canon PowerShot D20 12.1 MP CMOS Waterproof Digital Camera with 5x Image Stabilized Zoom 28mm Wide-Angle Lens a 3.0-Inch LCD and GPS Tracking (Blue): Camera & Photo (I'll be buying one of these in the next few months)



This photo (unedited) was taken with the rented camera I had. Not great, but there's a compromise here. There's no cheap solution that will give you awesome photos, even with your DSLR.

 

[aggieastrosfan]

I bought a Dicapac for $114 on eBay. Tested it out in the pool with an old D30 and worked great. It's a bit cumbersome to use at first, and you can't change any camera settings with it, but it works.

http://www.dicapacusa.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=WPS5

 

[DannyLewis]

Look here for a cheap and cool underwater camera under 200.00 USD
Oregon Scientific ATC 9K Full 1080P HD Water Resistant Action Camera 734811709318 | eBay

 

[DannyLewis]

ha its an old thread my bad