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The Waterproof Case for the Powershot S95%2E lets you take your camera safely out to sea in a boat%2C on a surfboard%2C in a kayak%2E%2E%2Eor up to 130 ft%2E%2F40m beneath the surface%2E
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By D in the D
I've used 4 different Canon made underwater cases -- none have ever failed. So when I saw the first review, I for some reason thought they might be right -- but no, this case is just as solid as all my others. Took it down to 80 feet on several different dives, no leaks, no problems.
My only gripe with the case is because the S95 is more complicated than the standard point and shoot -- the knobs are a little difficult to figure out, especially underwater. You can use the large dial which is a little clunky on the left side of the case. You cannot use the little wheel option to navigate quickly through your menu choices (the S90 lacks this little wheel).
I've used the flash in the case and it works surprisingly well for macro shots. Obviously, not so hot for underwater landscapes. If you aren't a pro and just enjoy taking your camera with you for your dives, then this is your case. I was surprised at how much better my photos looked compared to my previous cameras/cases!
Cheaper than the Ikelite version? Yes. Are you getting what you pay for? Yes. Does it do what it promises to do? Absolutely.
My only gripe with the case is because the S95 is more complicated than the standard point and shoot -- the knobs are a little difficult to figure out, especially underwater. You can use the large dial which is a little clunky on the left side of the case. You cannot use the little wheel option to navigate quickly through your menu choices (the S90 lacks this little wheel).
I've used the flash in the case and it works surprisingly well for macro shots. Obviously, not so hot for underwater landscapes. If you aren't a pro and just enjoy taking your camera with you for your dives, then this is your case. I was surprised at how much better my photos looked compared to my previous cameras/cases!
Cheaper than the Ikelite version? Yes. Are you getting what you pay for? Yes. Does it do what it promises to do? Absolutely.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Be aware before you buy this product that Canon offers no warranty on underwater products ... even when it is defective ... and I just learned today. My housing has permanent condensate between the two layers of the faceplate right over the lens opening, making it impossible to take photos. Canon's reply when I asked for a replacement was in essence tough luck but we're not going to do anything about it. Even though I had bought it a month ago. Luckily I bought it from Amazon and they let me return it. Not buying a Canon replacement. Spending more for Ikelite ... and that is because Canon's customer service is terrible. It is too bad because I thought it was a decent housing for the money and I took some really nice photos while using it. But I cannot recommend purchasing a product that gets zero support from its manufacturer.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely buy this - Ikelite/Nauticam etc... just too expensive...
October 4, 2011
By M. CRANFIELD
Amazon Verified Purchase
I spent a lot of time agonizing over various enclosures for the S95 - nearly nearly went with the Ikelite - but at the last minute figured that buying an enclosure that is going to long outlast and cost more than the camera is like putting a $50 000 fence around a $50.00 horse... So glad I did - this box outperforms all my expectations... And if you're clever, the little fact that you cant turn the ring selector on the rear of the camera doesn't even mean anything. I learnt that Canon put shortcuts and hotkeys on their cameras so you don't need to be able to move, turn, press or poke each button or bezel underwater - you just use the shortcuts... too cool... Have put some pics up for you to see what the enclosure (and camera) can do... Also Amazon rocks!!!
P.S. just search for the shortcuts on Google - they're all there!!
P.S. just search for the shortcuts on Google - they're all there!!
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Rox
Amazon Verified Purchase
Works pretty well. I can see two flaws. Obviously the flash won't work that great because the barrel lens of the case will shadow it for part of the picture. The other one is kind of minor, but you won't have access to the main dial button, I mean you won't be able to turn it once the camera is in the case. Could be annoying if you're used to use 100% of the feature of the camera.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I used this case with my S95 when I went to the Bahamas on a dolphin adventure in mid-July. It performed exactly as expected. It's easy to use and care for; it kept the camera completely safe and dry; and I was able to get some spectacular shots both underwater and from the boat with the camera in the housing. I used it for snorkeling, only, so I can't speak to how well it does at depth. For snorkeling, it was perfect.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By engdarren
Amazon Verified Purchase
Worked well. Small space on the right side that will fit a very small packet of desiccant . Took it diving to 20 meters and no leaks. Got great pictures snorkeling.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By T. Mccleary
Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this housing in preparation for a vacation in the South China sea (at a resort in Sanya, China). While there for two weeks, I used the housing in the resort swimming pool, on the beach, snorkeling, diving (only down to 60 feet), and taking pictures in the rain. The housing is not too bulky, about the size of an SLR camera with a short lens. The key, as with any waterproof housing, is to keep grit/sand from the o-ring, and to clean and grease the o-ring before each use. When I went diving, the dive shop wanted to charge $50 to take and print out some pictures for us. I just held up my camera, and smiled.
The case makes it possible to use almost all of the standard controls on the camera. I did change the strap to a more comfortable wrist-strap, which made it easier to handle. Overall, I'd highly recommend this camera and case for underwater pictures, or for any time that conditions are bad for the camera. For example, dust storms, rain storms, whitewater rafting, etc.
Oh, and I went camping in the Sierra Nevada range, and spent a nice afternoon taking pictures of the trout in the stream. People at the camp were amazed at the pictures I got.
The case makes it possible to use almost all of the standard controls on the camera. I did change the strap to a more comfortable wrist-strap, which made it easier to handle. Overall, I'd highly recommend this camera and case for underwater pictures, or for any time that conditions are bad for the camera. For example, dust storms, rain storms, whitewater rafting, etc.
Oh, and I went camping in the Sierra Nevada range, and spent a nice afternoon taking pictures of the trout in the stream. People at the camp were amazed at the pictures I got.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By CK
Amazon Verified Purchase
We took this with us to the Maldives, and it performed flawlessly! We were able to take amazing underwater pictures. Our camera was well protected. I highly recommend!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Just love it.
Well made, strong I have for a year I have have used a lot. Easy to use and fit the Canon S95 perfect I can use any setting or bottom of the camera, well not all when you are using... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rodigo Gonzalez
5.0 out of 5 stars
great pics and videos, no leaks!
easy to use, a bit heavy and bulky, but great for under water captures. no leaks, great pictures and videos!
Published 1 month ago by Direchka
5.0 out of 5 stars
WP-DC38 worked perfect
despite the warning some functions ( zoom control, control ring etc) may not work perfectly without a few tries to get the setting you want in eone direction or another, i took... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mark Croft
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing.
This was the best investment for our trip to the caribbean - took great shots while snorkeling up to depth of 8-12ft probably. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Clairex
5.0 out of 5 stars
A deal
Purchasing the housing a few years down the road means you get reduced prices and it worked just as well as a previous housing for my wife's ixus. Read more
Published 2 months ago by E Soon
5.0 out of 5 stars
My backup housing
My main housing is a RecSea housing. I bought this as a backup housing and tried it out. Works quite well and meets my needs should the other housing fail. Read more
Published 2 months ago by George R. Allen
1.0 out of 5 stars
leaks
After nearly a year of waiting, I finally took this diving.
It leaks
Not badly, but it fogs up especially on the second or third dive of the day! Read more
It leaks
Not badly, but it fogs up especially on the second or third dive of the day! Read more
Published 2 months ago by rash67
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome for Scuba Diving
I bought this to use on a Hawaii trip I took in early January of 2013. I did 2 dives, max depth of 60ft with no issues of air bubbles or leaks. Read more
Published 3 months ago by FitForFood
4.0 out of 5 stars
Camera enthusiast and SCUBA diver
I am a professional photographer and amateur SCUBA diver. I purchased this housing to protect the PowerShot S95 camera. It works and fits well. Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Y. "Photographer | Outdoor Enthusiast | Tech Geek"
5.0 out of 5 stars
amazing pictures
You don't really need a scuba camera to take great underwater shots. Very compact and light, check the cameras manual to adjust white balance and go!
Published 4 months ago by ronaldo schwarz art
