Stream Photography 101

[Tim Smith]

Al has brought up the No. 1 rule in photography- The best photo shots WILL show up when you cant get to a camera!

But if you buy a pocket waterproof that completely solves that problem.

The Olympus Tough series is built like a tank, and smaller than a cell phone. Just slip it in your pocket and forget about it until you need it. For a few years I made it a rule never to leave the house without a multi-tool and a waterproof pocket camera in my pocket and the result was that I GOT all those shots I had been missing. The top of the line Olympus is around 300-400 and probably worth the extra money.

Ness is probably right about the lanyard, but I never got one since I wanted to keep things small and pocket sized. Extreme paranoia about dropping it in deep water has saved the day so far.

I bought the Fuji product recently and am less pleased with the photo quality. It's still serviceable.

[Billfo]

Larry, I wouldnt get too caught up in the megapixel count (unless you do alot of tiny cropping & enlargements). If you dont want to spend more than 25 bucks, maybe get a waterproof cover for what you already have. a 4MP still takes very nice photos..IF you decide to spring for a slightly updated EASY point & shoot that is waterproof, the Olympus Stylus tough series do a very nice job. I use mine when I fish & when I am out & about & dont want to carry the bigger DSLR. Several weeks ago we went to the Eureka Springs city garage sale & I took the pic below with my Olympus point shoot. I think it is pretty good for a semi-inexpensive camera.. It also takes great pics of big fish.. although they usually are not in MY boat...