If you’re going on a vacation where there will be some water activities going on like scuba diving or snorkeling, make sure to stock up on a couple of disposable underwater cameras.
These cameras are specifically designed as single use cameras which makes them very affordable and a nice alternative for the casual photographer instead of buying special (and expensive) underwater camera gear.
Even if you’re a veteran underwater person, it still might make more sense to your budget to buy one of these disposable cameras vs buying/renting more expensive underwater cameras on the market.
After you use one of these cameras, you simply take the film out and dispose of the camera. This makes a disposable camera a great option when you go on your snorkeling, surfing, or diving trip.
Most disposable waterproof cameras can be used at depths up to 50 meters. And they do take really nice photos. One of the common misconceptions about these disposable cameras is that they take low quality pictures, but these cameras can do just as well as any regular underwater camera. And as an added bonus, they can take great photos on land too.
While underwater disposable cameras main use is for taking photos while you’re underwater, there are many other places this sturdy camera can be used. Take one with you to the pool, beach, etc. It beats getting sand in your normal camera. Think of it as a low risk way to take great photos w/o risking damage to your regular camera (assuming you have one).
The vast majority of these cameras will have a nice easy grip so that even children can work with ‘em just fine. And they’ll be compact so they can fit in your pocket no problem. Most disposable cameras come preloaded with between 27 to 36 shots available.
One note to make is that having a flash may or may not be a hindrance as it may pick up the reflection off the water and create a grainy effect. And always keep the sun behind you to avoid dark images.
Take a look at some of the high quality disposable underwater cameras available today. You’ll enjoy the low cost and you’ll appreciate the end result (quality photos).